New York Bill of Sale
Select a document type to generate a completed, New York-specific bill of sale. Each document includes all legally required fields for your jurisdiction. Notarization is not required in New York.
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Cars, trucks, SUVs, and other motor vehicles
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Motorcycles, scooters, and motorbikes
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Boats, watercraft, jet skis, and vessels
Trailer
Utility trailers, travel trailers, and cargo trailers
Mobile Home
Mobile homes and manufactured homes
Personal Property
Furniture, electronics, equipment, and other personal property
Firearm
Create a bill of sale for private firearm transfers including handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Includes make, model, serial number, caliber, and barrel length. Important legal disclaimers included for all 50 states + DC.
Vehicle POA
Authorize someone to handle a vehicle title transfer or registration on your behalf. Limited to DMV transactions only - not a general power of attorney.
New York Requirements Overview
Verified against official New York statutes and New York Department of Motor Vehicles guidance. Last reviewed May 2026. How we verify our legal data.
Selling privately in New York
When you sell a vehicle, boat, trailer, or other titled property privately in New York, a completed bill of sale records the price, date, and the legal names of both parties. That is the documentation New York Department of Motor Vehicles relies on to process the title transfer. New York also requires an odometer disclosure for vehicle and motorcycle sales, which is built into every document.
New York does not require notarization, though either party can choose to notarize for added protection. After the sale, the buyer should complete the title transfer with New York Department of Motor Vehicles within 180 days of the sale. Keep your copy of the completed bill of sale as proof of the transaction.
New York-specific notes: New York provides Form MV-912 for vehicle bills of sale. Bill of sale alone is not acceptable proof of ownership without a title. Odometer disclosure statement required for vehicles under 10 years old. DTF-802 Statement of Transaction required for tax purposes.
The buyer must register the vehicle within 180 days of purchase.
Federal law requires accurate odometer disclosure for vehicles less than 20 model years old.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a bill of sale in New York?
Having a bill of sale is recommended for any significant transaction in New York. For vehicle sales, it provides essential documentation for the title transfer process with New York Department of Motor Vehicles. Even when not strictly required by law, a bill of sale protects both buyer and seller by creating a formal record of the transaction.
What should a New York bill of sale include?
A New York bill of sale should include the full legal names and addresses of both buyer and seller, a detailed description of the item (including identification numbers), the sale price, the date of the transaction, and signatures of both parties. For vehicles and motorcycles, odometer disclosure is required.
Does a New York bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. New York does not require a bill of sale to be notarized. Notarization is optional but can add a layer of protection by verifying the identities of both parties.
How long do I have to transfer the title in New York?
In New York, the buyer should complete the title transfer with New York Department of Motor Vehicles within 180 days of the sale. Keep your completed bill of sale as proof of the purchase date and price.
How much does it cost?
Each bill of sale costs $5. Choose a document style, fill in your details, and download your completed PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
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