A North Dakota vehicle bill of sale is a document that records the transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle from one party to another. This document serves as proof of the transaction when interacting with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT).
Common types of a North Dakota vehicle bill of sale
There are different types of North Dakota vehicle bills of sale, depending on the nature of the vehicle transaction. Some common types include:
Private sale bill of sale
This general bill of sale is used for transactions between private individuals for personal property, including watercraft.
Dealer sale bill of sale
Used when purchasing a vehicle from a licensed dealer. After the transaction, the new owner may have to report the odometer reading and register their vehicle with the North Dakota DOT.
As-is bill of sale
This official bill of sale states that the motor vehicle is sold without any warranty. The buyer assumes all responsibility for the vehicle's condition after the sale.
Yes. In the state of North Dakota, you need to create a motor vehicle bill of sale to demonstrate proof of ownership/transfer of ownership for a vehicle you’ve purchased but haven’t yet registered.
Frequently asked questions
While you can create your own bill of sale, we recommend you use a fillable bill of sale template. This will ensure you include all the necessary details for a valid document.
No, a bill of sale and a title transfer are separate legal documents. The bill of sale documents the transaction, while the vehicle title transfer is the legal process of transferring the certificate of title from the seller to the buyer. Both are necessary when selling or buying a vehicle.
A North Dakota vehicle bill of sale should include several key details related to the transaction, such as:
- The seller’s and buyer’s full legal names, their addresses, and driver’s license numbers
- The vehicle information, including its license plate, model year, and body type
- The selling price/purchase price
- The date of sale
- The vehicle identification number (VIN)
- An odometer reading (odometer mileage statement) and odometer disclosure statement
- An emission vehicle inspection report
Yes. In North Dakota, you must have your vehicle bill of sale notarized by a notary public.
Yes, you can use a bill of sale form for various types of vehicles, including boats (using a boat bill of sale), motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles.
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