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VEHICLE BILL OF SALE - STATE OF DELAWARE

(Private Sale - Motor Vehicle)

PART 1 - SELLER INFORMATION

Seller (Individual):
Full Legal Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]
Date of Birth: [[DOB]]
Delaware Driver's License / State ID No.: [[License Number and State]]
Street Address: [[Street Address]]
City, State, ZIP: [[City, Delaware, ZIP Code]] (or other state)
Phone: [[Phone Number]]
Email: [[Email Address]]

- OR -

Seller (Business Entity):
Business Legal Name: [[Business Name]]
Delaware Entity No. / EIN: [[Number]]
Authorized Representative: [[Name, Title]]
Business Address: [[Address, City, State, ZIP]]

PART 2 - BUYER INFORMATION

Buyer:
Full Legal Name: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Date of Birth: [[DOB]]
Delaware Driver's License / State ID No.: [[Number and State]]
Street Address: [[Buyer Street Address]]
City, State, ZIP: [[City, State, ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Phone Number]]
Email: [[Email Address]]

Co-Buyer (if any):
Full Legal Name: [[Co-Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Address: [[Address]]

PART 3 - VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

| Field | Details |
|-------|---------|
| Year | [[Vehicle Year]] |
| Make | [[Manufacturer, e.g., Toyota]] |
| Model | [[Model Name, e.g., Camry]] |
| Body Style | [[Sedan / SUV / Truck / Coupe / Van / Convertible / Other]] |
| Color | [[Primary Exterior Color]] |
| VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) | [[17-Character VIN - verify against vehicle]] |
| License Plate No. | [[Current Plate Number and State]] |
| Delaware Title No. | [[Title Number]] |
| Engine | [[Engine size/cylinders, e.g., 2.5L 4-cyl]] |
| Transmission | [[Automatic / Manual / CVT]] |
| Fuel Type | [[Gasoline / Diesel / Electric / Hybrid]] |

PART 4 - FEDERAL ODOMETER DISCLOSURE

(Mandatory under 49 U.S.C. § 32705 and 49 C.F.R. Part 580 for vehicles under 16,001 lbs. GVWR less than 10 model years old)

FEDERAL ODOMETER DISCLOSURE - REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW

Federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32701 et seq.) requires the transferor to state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or making a false statement may result in fines of up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment.

The undersigned Seller states that the odometer now reads:

[[Odometer Reading - Numbers]] ([[Written Out in Words]]) miles

Select one disclosure:

[ ] (A) TRUE MILEAGE: The odometer reading above reflects the actual and true mileage of the vehicle. The odometer has NOT been tampered with, altered, set back, or disconnected.

[ ] (B) EXCEEDS MECHANICAL LIMITS: The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING - ODOMETER DISCREPANCY. The odometer reading has rolled over from its maximum mechanical limit. True total mileage is unknown (exceeds odometer capacity).

[ ] (C) NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE: The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING - ODOMETER DISCREPANCY. The odometer reading does not reflect the actual mileage because it was altered, set back, or replaced.

Seller Initials: ______ | Buyer Initials: ______

Note: Odometer disclosure is exempt for vehicles 10 or more model years old, vehicles with a GVWR exceeding 16,000 lbs., and new (non-titled) vehicles. Consult federal regulations if any exemption may apply.

PART 5 - PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

5.1 Sale Price: $[[Purchase Price]] ([[Written Out in Words]] Dollars)

5.2 Payment Method:
- [ ] Cash (paid in full - confirm prior to title transfer)
- [ ] Cashier's Check / Bank Check (payable to: [[Seller Name]])
- [ ] Electronic Transfer (Zelle / Venmo / Wire - await confirmation)
- [ ] Personal Check (Seller may defer title transfer until check clears)
- [ ] Installment Payments - see Schedule A below

5.3 Deposit: $[[Deposit Amount, or "None"]], paid on [[Date]], applied toward total purchase price.

5.4 Balance Due: $[[Balance]], due on or before [[Closing Date]].

PART 6 - "AS-IS" CONDITION AND DISCLAIMER

6.1 "As-Is" Sale. Seller sells this vehicle "AS IS" and "WITH ALL FAULTS." Seller makes NO warranty, express or implied, including no warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the vehicle's condition, history, mechanical state, or suitability for any use.

6.2 Buyer Inspection. Buyer acknowledges that Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the vehicle, test-drive it, and commission an independent pre-purchase inspection, and that Buyer is purchasing based on Buyer's own assessment.

6.3 Known Defects Disclosed (to Seller's Knowledge):
- [[List known defects, e.g., "Air conditioning does not function," or "None known to Seller at time of sale"]]

6.4 No Delaware Lemon Law. The Delaware Lemon Law (6 Del. C. §§ 5001-5009) applies only to new vehicles purchased from dealers and does NOT apply to private-party used car sales.

PART 7 - TITLE AND LIEN STATUS

7.1 Seller's Warranty of Title. Seller represents and warrants that:
- Seller is the lawful owner of the vehicle and has legal authority to sell;
- The vehicle's title is [ ] CLEAR (no outstanding liens, encumbrances, or security interests), OR
- A lien exists (see Section 7.2); and
- Seller will deliver a properly assigned Delaware Certificate of Title to Buyer at or before sale.

7.2 Existing Lien (if any):
- [ ] No lien exists. Title is free and clear.
- [ ] Lien exists. Lienholder: [[Bank/Finance Company Name]]. Approximate payoff balance: $[[Amount]]. Seller shall pay off the lien at or before closing and provide evidence of lien release. (Buyer should not release payment until lien is confirmed paid.)

PART 8 - DELAWARE DMV TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS

8.1 Title Assignment. Seller shall complete the title assignment on the back of the Delaware Certificate of Title, including:
- Buyer's name and address;
- Sale date;
- Odometer reading;
- Seller's notarized signature (Delaware titles require notarization of the assignment - see Section 8.2).

8.2 Notarization of Title Assignment. Delaware requires the Seller's signature on the title assignment to be notarized (21 Del. C. § 2327). Both Seller and Buyer should confirm the title assignment is notarized before completing the transfer.

8.3 Buyer's Registration Deadline. Buyer must apply for a new Delaware title and register the vehicle with the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within 30 days of purchase (21 Del. C. § 2344). Required at DMV:
- Assigned Delaware title (notarized);
- This Bill of Sale;
- Proof of Delaware insurance;
- Payment of applicable fees.

8.4 Delaware Document Fee. Delaware levies a 4.25% document fee (also referred to as a transfer fee) on the purchase price of motor vehicles at time of registration (21 Del. C. § 2313). This fee is payable by Buyer at the DMV. Delaware has no sales tax on motor vehicles; the 4.25% document fee takes its place. (Verify current rate with Delaware DMV before transaction.)

8.5 Seller's Plate Return. Delaware license plates are NOT transferred with the vehicle. Seller retains their plates and must return them to the Delaware DMV, or transfer them to another vehicle within 30 days (21 Del. C. § 2355). Seller should verify current plate-return procedures at dmv.de.gov.

8.6 Emissions / Safety Inspection. Delaware may require a vehicle safety inspection for title transfer. Seller represents: [[Vehicle has a current safety inspection sticker valid through [date] / inspection not current - Buyer responsible / vehicle exempt]]. Buyer should confirm inspection requirements with the Delaware DMV prior to purchase.

8.7 Release of Liability. Seller is strongly advised to notify the Delaware DMV of the vehicle sale to protect against future liability for traffic violations, accidents, or registration lapses occurring after the sale. Seller may use the Delaware DMV online portal (dmv.de.gov) to report the sale.

PART 9 - SALE DATE AND DELIVERY

9.1 Date of Sale: [[Date]]
9.2 Location of Sale: [[City, Delaware]] (or other: [[Location]])
9.3 Delivery of Vehicle: Vehicle delivered to Buyer on [[Date]] at [[Location]] in the condition described herein.
9.4 Included Items: [[List: spare tire, owner's manual, floor mats, second key, service records - or "None"]]
9.5 Excluded Items: [[Any excluded items or "None"]]

PART 10 - REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Seller represents and warrants to Buyer that:
1. Seller has not made any material misrepresentation about the vehicle's condition or history;

To Seller's knowledge, the vehicle has [ ] NOT / [ ] HAS been declared a total loss, salvage title, flood vehicle, or rebuilt title. If yes: [[Describe]];

The vehicle has [ ] NOT / [ ] HAS been used as a police vehicle, taxi, rental, or commercial vehicle. If yes: [[Describe]];

Seller has disclosed all known accident history: [[Describe or "None known to Seller"]]; and

The VIN displayed on this Bill of Sale matches the VIN displayed on the physical vehicle.

PART 11 - GOVERNING LAW

This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Delaware. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [[County Name]] County, Delaware.

PART 12 - SIGNATURES

SELLER SIGNATURE:

Signature: ______________________________
Printed Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]
Date: ______________________________

BUYER SIGNATURE:

Signature: ______________________________
Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Date: ______________________________

CO-BUYER SIGNATURE (if applicable):

Signature: ______________________________
Printed Name: [[Co-Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Date: ______________________________

NOTARIZATION OF BILL OF SALE (Required on title assignment; also recommended for Bill of Sale)

State of Delaware
County of [[County Name]]

On this [[Day]] day of [[Month, Year]], before me personally appeared:
Seller: [[Seller Full Legal Name]], known to me; AND
Buyer: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]], known to me;

who acknowledged that they executed this Bill of Sale for the purposes stated herein.

Notary Public: ______________________________
Printed Name: ______________________________
Commission Expires: ______________________________
[NOTARY SEAL]

Schedule A - Installment Payment Schedule (if applicable)

| # | Due Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | [[Date]] | $[[Amount]] |
| 2 | [[Date]] | $[[Amount]] |
| Final | [[Date]] | $[[Balance]] |
| Total | | $[[Purchase Price]] |

Title held by Seller pending final payment, or held in escrow by agreed third party. Default entitles Seller to retain all prior payments as liquidated damages and reclaim vehicle.

> DISCLAIMER: This document is a template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Delaware vehicle transfer requirements are governed by Title 21 of the Delaware Code. The 4.25% document fee and registration requirements may change; verify current requirements at dmv.de.gov or with the Delaware Department of Transportation. Federal odometer disclosure is required by federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32705). No attorney-client relationship is created by use of this template.

Sources (as of June 2026):
- 21 Del. C. § 2313 (Delaware 4.25% document fee - no sales tax)
- 21 Del. C. § 2327 (title transfer - notarized assignment)
- 21 Del. C. § 2344 (buyer's 30-day registration requirement)
- 21 Del. C. § 2355 (plate retention by seller)
- 6 Del. C. §§ 5001-5009 (Delaware Lemon Law - new vehicles/dealers only)
- 49 U.S.C. § 32705 (federal odometer disclosure requirement)
- 49 C.F.R. Part 580 (federal odometer regulations)
- Delaware DMV: dmv.de.gov

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