Texas Car Bill of Sale

Selling or buying a car in Texas? Create a vehicle bill of sale with VIN, purchase price, odometer reading, and state-appropriate disclosure language. Download a print-ready PDF for your DMV title transfer.

Create Texas Car BoS — Free Texas BoS (All Vehicles)Bill of Sale for Car

What's included

VIN, year, make, and model
Odometer disclosure statement
As-is / no warranty clause
Seller and buyer signature lines
Sale price and date of transfer
Texas DMV-ready format

Texas car sale requirements

In Texas, a bill of sale is required when transferring ownership of a vehicle between private parties. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) accepts the Vehicle Transfer Notification form (VTR-41-A) to document the sale. Texas does not require notarization for a standard vehicle bill of sale, but both buyer and seller signatures are required. The buyer must register the vehicle within 30 days of purchase at their county tax assessor-collector office. Texas requires the odometer reading for all vehicles under 10 years old. For sales in counties like Harris (Houston), Bexar (San Antonio), or Travis (Austin), the county is a required field on the bill of sale. A Texas bill of sale should include the vehicle's VIN, make, model, year, mileage, and agreed sale price.

For title transfer details, visit your Texas DMV at https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/buying-or-selling-a-vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Texas require a bill of sale for a vehicle?

Texas law does not legally require a separate bill of sale when a title is transferred, but having one protects both buyer and seller. It documents the sale price, odometer reading, and the date of sale, and can be used to limit liability after the vehicle changes hands.

Does a Texas bill of sale need to be notarized?

No. Texas does not require notarization for a vehicle bill of sale. Both parties simply sign and date the document. The seller should also complete a Vehicle Transfer Notification with TxDMV within 30 days to release liability.

Where do I register a vehicle after buying it in Texas?

Take the signed title, proof of insurance, and bill of sale to your county tax assessor-collector office. You have 30 days from the date of purchase to register. Counties include Harris County, Dallas County, Tarrant County, Bexar County, and Travis County.

Do I need a car bill of sale in Texas?

Most Texas DMV offices require a bill of sale for vehicle title transfer. It should include the VIN, sale price, odometer reading, and both parties' signatures.