1. Vehicle Description
Seller hereby sells and transfers to Buyer the following motor vehicle:
Year: [[Year]]
Make: [[Make]]
Model: [[Model]]
Body Style: [[Body Style]]
Color: [[Color]]
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): [[VIN]]
Odometer Reading: [[Mileage]] miles (actual / not actual - circle one)
License Plate: [[Plate Number and State]]
Title Number / State: [[Title # / SC]]
2. Purchase Price and Payment
The total purchase price is [[Purchase Price in Words]] Dollars ($[[Purchase Price Numeric]]).
Payment method: [[Cash / Check # / Wire / Other]] received in full on the date of this Bill of Sale.
3. Representations and Warranties of Seller
Seller represents and warrants that:
- Seller is the sole lawful owner of the Vehicle and has full authority to sell it.
- The Vehicle is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, security interests, and claims, except as disclosed: [[Disclose any liens or "none"]].
- The odometer reading is accurate to the best of Seller's knowledge (or note if not).
- Seller has not received any notice of any defect that would render the Vehicle unsafe or unroadworthy beyond ordinary disclosure.
- All taxes and fees due on the Vehicle prior to sale have been paid or will be handled as agreed.
- Seller has provided all known service records and title documents to Buyer.
4. "As Is" Sale
The Vehicle is sold "AS IS" without any warranty, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except as expressly stated in this Bill of Sale or required by South Carolina law. Buyer acknowledges that Buyer has inspected the Vehicle to Buyer's satisfaction.
Buyer accepts the Vehicle with all faults, known and unknown, except for any fraud or willful misrepresentation by Seller. The following known conditions are disclosed:
- [[Known mechanical issues or "none disclosed"]]
- [[Accident or flood history or "none"]]
- [[Aftermarket modifications or "none"]]
Key Transaction Details Table
| Item | Value |
|---------------------|--------------------------------|
| Sale Date | [[Sale Date]] |
| Purchase Price | $[[Purchase Price Numeric]] |
| Odometer | [[Mileage]] |
| VIN | [[VIN]] |
| Title Status | Clear / Lien (disclosed) |
5. Delivery and Title Transfer
Seller shall deliver possession of the Vehicle and all keys, remotes, and documents to Buyer upon execution of this Bill of Sale and receipt of payment.
Seller shall execute all documents necessary to transfer title to Buyer, including the South Carolina title application and odometer disclosure statement as required by law. Buyer is responsible for titling and registering the Vehicle in Buyer's name within the time required by South Carolina DMV.
Buyer acknowledges receipt of the Vehicle in its current condition at the time of delivery.
6. Risk of Loss
Risk of loss passes to Buyer upon delivery of possession.
7. Indemnification
Seller agrees to indemnify Buyer against any claims arising from any lien or ownership dispute existing prior to the sale that was not disclosed.
8. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale shall be governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina.
9. Signatures
Seller:
Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Seller Full Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
Buyer:
Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
Witness (Optional)
Witness Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Witness Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
Odometer Disclosure Statement
Federal and state law requires that you state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or providing false statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment.
I, [[Seller Full Name]], certify that to the best of my knowledge the odometer reading on the vehicle described above is [[Mileage]] miles and reflects the actual mileage (or note if not actual / exceeds mechanical limits).
Seller Signature: ______________________________ Date: _______
Bill of Sale Addendum - Condition Disclosure (Optional)
[[Describe known mechanical issues, accident history, or other material facts about the Vehicle's condition that are disclosed to Buyer.]]
Disclaimer
This South Carolina Vehicle Bill of Sale is a template. South Carolina law requires specific disclosures for vehicle sales, including odometer statements (federal and state), title transfer procedures through the SCDMV, and sales tax collection/reporting. Private party sales have different requirements than dealer sales. This document does not constitute legal advice. Parties should verify current SCDMV requirements, complete all required forms, and consider a title search or mechanic inspection. Information current as of June 2026.
Additional Buyer/Seller Acknowledgments
Buyer has had the opportunity to have the Vehicle inspected by a mechanic of Buyer's choice. Any warranty, if any, is limited to that separately provided in writing. Seller and Buyer agree that this Bill of Sale, together with the title documents, constitutes the entire agreement regarding the sale of the Vehicle.
Buyer acknowledges receipt of the following items at time of sale:
- Keys / fobs (quantity): [[Number]]
- Owner's manual and service records
- Current registration (if applicable)
- Other: [[List]]
Seller and Buyer have read and understand all terms of this Bill of Sale.
End of South Carolina Vehicle Bill of Sale
