1. Vehicle Description
Seller hereby sells and transfers to Buyer the following motor vehicle:
- Year: [[Vehicle Year]]
- Make: [[Vehicle Make]]
- Model: [[Vehicle Model]]
- Body Style: [[Body Style, e.g., Sedan, Truck, SUV]]
- Color: [[Color]]
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [[VIN]]
- Odometer Reading: [[Odometer Reading]] miles (actual / not actual - as indicated below)
- License Plate Number: [[License Plate Number and State]]
- Title Number / State: [[Title Number, State]]
2. Sale Price and Payment
The total purchase price is $[[Sale Price in Numbers]] ([[Sale Price in Words]] Dollars).
Payment method: [[Cash / Certified Check / Wire Transfer / Other: [[Describe]] ]]
Payment has been received in full by Seller on the date of this Bill of Sale: [[Yes / Partial deposit of $[[Amount]], balance due by [[Date]] ]].
3. Odometer Disclosure Statement (Federal and Tennessee Requirement)
Federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32705) and Tennessee law require the Seller to disclose the odometer reading and certify its accuracy.
The odometer reading on the date of sale is [[Odometer Reading]] miles.
Certification (check one):
- [ ] I certify that to the best of my knowledge the odometer reading is the actual mileage the vehicle has been driven.
- [ ] I certify that the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING - ODOMETER DISCREPANCY.
- [ ] I certify that the odometer reading reflects an amount in excess of the designed mechanical odometer limit of 99,999 miles (or 999,999 if 6-digit) and should be read as [[Actual Estimated Mileage]].
Seller Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]
Buyer Acknowledgment: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]
4. "As-Is" Sale and No Warranty
The vehicle is sold "AS IS," "WHERE IS," and with all faults. Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to any warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title (beyond Seller's ownership), or non-infringement, except as expressly stated in this Bill of Sale or required by Tennessee law.
Buyer acknowledges that Buyer has inspected the vehicle (or has had the opportunity to inspect) and is purchasing it based on Buyer's own judgment. Any representations made prior to this sale are superseded by this written agreement.
5. Title and Liens
Seller warrants that Seller is the lawful owner of the vehicle, has good and marketable title, and has full right and authority to sell the vehicle.
The vehicle is free and clear of all liens, security interests, encumbrances, and adverse claims, except: [[None / List any existing liens to be paid off at closing: [[Lienholder Name and Amount]] ]].
Seller agrees to deliver the original title (properly signed over) and any required release of lien forms to Buyer within [[e.g., seven (7) days]] of receipt of full payment.
Buyer is responsible for all title transfer, registration, and titling fees with the Tennessee Department of Revenue / County Clerk.
6. Condition of Vehicle and Disclosures
Seller discloses the following known defects, damage, or conditions (if any):
[[Describe known mechanical issues, accident history, flood damage, salvage title status, or write "None known to Seller."]]
Buyer acknowledges receipt of any required Tennessee disclosures, including any damage disclosure if the vehicle has been damaged and repaired in excess of thresholds under Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-3-123 or related salvage/rebuilt vehicle rules.
7. Delivery and Risk of Loss
The vehicle shall be delivered to Buyer on [[Delivery Date]] at [[Delivery Location]].
Risk of loss passes to Buyer upon delivery and acceptance. Until delivery, Seller bears the risk of loss.
Seller shall provide keys, owner's manuals, maintenance records, and any other documents related to the vehicle: [[List or "all available documents delivered"]].
8. Taxes and Fees
Buyer is responsible for any applicable sales tax, use tax, title fees, registration fees, and other governmental charges arising from the transfer of the vehicle. Seller shall collect and remit any required sales tax if mandated by Tennessee law for private party sales.
9. Indemnification
Seller agrees to indemnify and hold Buyer harmless from any claims, losses, or liabilities arising from any breach of Seller's warranties or representations in this Bill of Sale or from any lien or encumbrance not disclosed herein.
Buyer agrees to indemnify Seller from claims arising after delivery related to Buyer's use or ownership of the vehicle.
10. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale shall be governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [[County]], Tennessee.
11. Entire Agreement and Severability
This Bill of Sale constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the vehicle and supersedes all prior discussions. If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect.
12. Signatures
SELLER:
Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
BUYER:
Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
13. Witness (Optional but Recommended)
Witness Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Witness Name]]
Date: [[Date]]
14. Notary Acknowledgment (Optional for Private Sale)
State of Tennessee
County of [[County]]
On [[Date]], before me, the undersigned notary, personally appeared [[Seller Full Legal Name]] and [[Buyer Full Legal Name]], proved to me through satisfactory evidence to be the persons whose names are subscribed to this instrument, and acknowledged that they executed it for the purposes expressed.
Notary Public Signature: ________________________________
My Commission Expires: ________________
(Seal)
Additional Provisions
- No Assignment. Buyer may not assign this Bill of Sale without Seller's prior written consent.
- Counterparts. This Bill of Sale may be executed in counterparts.
- Further Assurances. Seller agrees to execute any additional documents reasonably requested by Buyer or the titling authority to complete the transfer.
Template - not professional (legal/financial/medical) advice. This Tennessee Vehicle Bill of Sale is a template incorporating federal odometer disclosure requirements (49 CFR Part 580) and Tennessee motor vehicle titling and disclosure rules (Tenn. Code Ann. Title 55). Private party vehicle sales in Tennessee may require specific damage/salvage disclosures. Buyer and Seller should verify current requirements with the Tennessee Department of Revenue or county clerk and consult an attorney if high-value or complex title issues exist. Information current as of June 2026. This is not legal advice.
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