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While a bill of sale is not a legal requirement in California, it's a good idea to have one if you sell or purchase a vehicle. There is no specific form required, but the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has a bill of sale form.
If you and the seller don't go to the DMV together, take pictures of the signed title so that you have a record of it. It's also a good idea to submit the Release of Liabilitythe part you, as the seller, need to tear off and file with the DMV within 5 days of the saleonline, at www.dmv.ca.gov.
An original copy of a sales contract, or proof of purchase, which could be a letter, bill of sale, receipt, or tax invoice, showing the seller's details, the buyer's details, the date of the sale, the selling price or market value of the car, whichever is higher, and the car's registration and VIN numbers.
Contact the California State Bureau of Automotive Repairs at (866) 272-9642 to have an application mailed to you or Download CAP Application here. The process time for consumers wanting to sell their car, truck, SUV or van to the State is 4 - 6 weeks.
Either the California Certificate of Title or an Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title (REG 227) (if the title is missing). The signature(s) of seller(s) and lienholder (if any). The signature(s) of buyer(s). A transfer fee.
The Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment (REG 262) form serves as a bill of sale, power of attorney, and odometer disclosure. Because odometer disclosure is not required for vessels, the REG 262 or Bill of Sale (REG 135) form may be used when a bill of sale is needed.
Valid smog certificate. Bill of Sale REG 135 (PDF) form. Lien Satisfied/Title Holder Release (REG 166) form. Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (REG 138) form.
A California Bill of Sale must include both a buyer's and a seller's disclosure. They must be read. If the parties agree to the sale, the document must be signed, witnessed, and notarized.
While a bill of sale is not a legal requirement in California, it's a good idea to have one if you sell or purchase a vehicle. There is no specific form required, but the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has a bill of sale form.