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Car Bill of Sale Example

A used 2020 Honda Civic sold privately in California for $19,250, paid by bank transfer. Use it to see exactly what a finished document looks like — then make your own free.

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Completed car bill of sale

CAR BILL OF SALE

State of California

This Bill of Sale is made on April 30, 2026 by and between the Seller and the Buyer identified below.

1. Parties

Seller
Priya S. Nair
88 Sunset Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 555-0111
Buyer
Marcus D. Lee
210 Oak Park Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Phone: (619) 555-0177

2. Description of the car

Year2020
MakeHonda
ModelCivic EX
ColorModern Steel
Body styleSedan
VIN19XFC2F69LE012345
Odometer reading38110
License plate #8ABC123

3. Consideration & Terms

For good and valuable consideration, the Seller hereby sells and transfers the car described above to the Buyer for the sum of Nineteen thousand two hundred fifty dollars ($19,250.00), paid by bank / wire transfer.

Odometer disclosure. Federal and state law require the seller to state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. The Seller certifies that the odometer now reads 38110 miles, to the best of the Seller's knowledge, and that it reflects the actual mileage unless one of the following statements is checked: ☐ the mileage exceeds the odometer's mechanical limits; ☐ the odometer reading is not the actual mileage — WARNING: odometer discrepancy.
Sold "AS-IS". The car is sold in its present condition, "AS-IS," with no warranties of any kind, express or implied. The Buyer has examined the car and accepts it in its current condition.
Additional terms. Smog certification completed by seller on 2026-04-28.
The Seller affirms that the car is owned free and clear of all liens and encumbrances except as stated, and that the Seller has the right to sell it. This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of California.

4. Signatures

Seller signature — Priya S. Nair
Date
Buyer signature — Marcus D. Lee
Date

How to use this example

  1. 1
    Read through the sample.

    Notice how each section is labeled and what details it contains — especially the item description and the signature block.

  2. 2
    Copy it or open the generator.

    Use "Copy this example" to grab the text, or open the generator to fill in your own details with live validation.

  3. 3
    Replace the sample details.

    Swap in the real buyer, seller, car details, price, and date. Do not reuse the fictional names or identifiers.

  4. 4
    Sign and follow your state's checklist.

    Both parties sign and date. Check whether your state needs a notary on the state requirements pages.

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Car Bill of Sale example — FAQ

How do I write a bill of sale for a car?

List the buyer and seller, describe the car (year, make, model, VIN, color), record the odometer and the price, add the date, and have both parties sign. Our generator builds all of this for you and checks for missing details.

Can I sell a car without a bill of sale?

In some states you can transfer with just the signed title, but a bill of sale is strongly recommended everywhere because it documents the price, the mileage, and the date you stopped being responsible for the car.

Do both the buyer and seller need to sign a car bill of sale?

Yes. Both parties should sign and date the document. Some states also ask for the price and odometer to be entered in specific places — our tool handles that.

Can a bill of sale be handwritten?

Yes. A handwritten bill of sale is legal as long as it includes the required details — the parties, a description of the item, the price, the date, and both signatures. Using a structured template simply makes sure nothing important is left out.

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