California Bill of Sale

This California Bill of Sale generic form is a legally binding document that transfers of ownership of an item (car) from one party to another. It is similar to a retail receipt, but it is used to document the sale or transfer of high-value items such as cars in writing.

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This California Bill of Sale generic form is a legally binding document that transfers of ownership of an item (car) from one party to another. It is similar to a retail receipt, but it is used to document the sale or transfer of high-value items such as cars in writing.

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The California Bill of Sale form provides protection to both the buyer and seller in the event of any future legal disputes surrounding the condition or ownership of the item. This form records the transaction in writing.

Type of Sale

California Registration Documents (Required)

  • Odometer Disclosure Statement

Source: California DMV

What to Include in a California Bill of Sale?

  • The buyer’s name + address
  • The seller’s name + address
  • The vehicle/car description (make, model, year, + body style)
  • The car’s vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • The sale date
  • Transaction details (purchase: price, trade, and/or gift)
  • The warranty information (sold “as-is”)
  • The Odometer Disclosure
  • The Federal Law, 49 U.S. Code § 32705, requires a bill of sale to include a verifying statement about the vehicle’s mileage. Vehicles greater than ten years old and over 16,000 pounds are exempt.

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