In short
An RV bill of sale records the sale of a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or camper, including the class, make, model, VIN, length, and price.
What is a rv bill of sale?
An RV bill of sale documents the private sale of a recreational vehicle — a Class A/B/C motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or pop-up camper. It records the class, make, model, VIN, length, and (for motorized RVs) the mileage.
Motorized RVs are titled and registered like vehicles; towable RVs are titled like trailers. The bill of sale supports the transfer and documents the price for tax.
When do you need one?
Use a rv bill of sale in situations like these:
- Selling or buying a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or camper.
- Registering an RV that requires proof of purchase price.
- Documenting a high-value private sale clearly for both parties.
What information goes on a RV bill of sale?
A complete rv bill of sale should include all of the following. Our generator collects each one and flags anything you miss:
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and RV class/type
- 17-character VIN
- Length and (for motorized RVs) odometer reading
- Price, date, and signatures
How to write a rv bill of sale
- 1 Open the RV bill of sale generator
Start the free generator with the RV Bill of Sale type already selected and choose the state where the sale takes place.
- 2 Enter the seller, buyer, and item details
Add full legal names and addresses, then describe the RV — the live preview builds the document as you type.
- 3 Add the price and terms
Record the agreed price (or mark it as a gift), the payment method, and whether the sale is "as-is."
- 4 Check, sign, and download
Reach 100% on the completeness score, copy or download the document for free, then follow the signing checklist for your state.
Legal considerations
- Motorized RVs require a federal odometer disclosure if less than 20 years old.
- Towable RVs (travel trailers, fifth wheels) follow your state’s trailer titling rules.
- Notary states (LA, OH, PA, NC, KY) apply to motorized RVs.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Read our disclaimer.
State-specific requirements
Vehicle-type documents are tied to state title law. The biggest difference between states is whether the transfer must be notarized. These states require a notarized title transfer for a private sale:
Several more states require notarization only in specific tax situations. Pick your state for the exact rule, the official form, and what to bring to the DMV:
RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is an RV titled like a car or a trailer?
Motorized RVs (Class A/B/C) are titled and registered like vehicles. Towable RVs such as travel trailers and fifth wheels follow trailer titling rules in your state.
Do I record mileage on an RV bill of sale?
Yes for motorized RVs — record the exact odometer reading. Towable RVs have no odometer.
Does an RV sale need to be notarized?
Only in states that require notarized title transfers (LA, OH, PA, NC, KY) for motorized RVs. Most states do not require it.
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.
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.