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Pennsylvania Vehicle Bill of Sale Generator

Not required by law but recommended as proof of the transaction.

Fill out the seller, buyer, and vehicle details below. The document updates as you type, and you can print or download a plain-text copy. Nothing leaves your browser — this generator stores no data.

Pennsylvania requirements at a glance

  • ◆Conditional

    Bill of sale

    Not required by law but recommended as proof of the transaction.

  • ✗No

    Notarization

    Pennsylvania generally does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

  • ✓Yes

    Odometer disclosure

    Required for vehicles under 10 years old. Completed on the title.

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Pennsylvania-specific details

Pennsylvania title transfers must be notarized at the time the title is signed over.

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VEHICLE BILL OF SALE — PENNSYLVANIA This Bill of Sale is made on [DATE] between the Seller and Buyer named below for the vehicle described herein. SELLER Name: [SELLER NAME] Address: [SELLER ADDRESS] BUYER Name: [BUYER NAME] Address: [BUYER ADDRESS] VEHICLE Year: [YEAR] Make: [MAKE] Model: [MODEL] Color: [COLOR] Body type: [BODY TYPE] VIN: [VIN] Odometer: [ODOMETER] SALE TERMS Sale price: $0.00 Sale date: [DATE] Payment method: Not specified PENNSYLVANIA-SPECIFIC DETAILS ODOMETER DISCLOSURE The seller certifies the odometer reading shown above to be the actual mileage of the vehicle, unless one of the following statements is checked: [ ] The mileage stated exceeds the odometer's mechanical limit. [ ] The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. Warning: odometer discrepancy. AS-IS SALE The vehicle is sold AS-IS without warranty, expressed or implied. The buyer accepts the vehicle in its current condition. SIGNATURES Seller signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________ Printed name: [SELLER NAME] Buyer signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________ Printed name: [BUYER NAME] Note: Pennsylvania title transfer signatures must be notarized. Sign in front of a notary.

What to do with the bill of sale once it’s printed

Pennsylvania title transfers go through Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Follow these steps in order.

  1. Fill in every field on the bill of sale, including odometer reading and exact sale price.
  2. Do NOT sign the bill of sale or title yet — Pennsylvania requires notarization of the title transfer. Sign in front of a notary.
  3. Bring the signed (notarized) title, this bill of sale, and ID to a PennDOT-authorized agent or notary public.
  4. Print two copies — one each for buyer and seller.
  5. Buyer submits the notarized title, MV-4ST, proof of insurance, and fees to PennDOT or an authorized messenger service.

Official Pennsylvania forms & resources

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Pennsylvania?

Not required by law but recommended as proof of the transaction.

Does the bill of sale need to be notarized in Pennsylvania?

No — Pennsylvania does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Pennsylvania generally does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

How many copies of the bill of sale should we sign?

Sign at least two original copies — one for the buyer and one for the seller. If a lender or insurance carrier is involved, sign a third copy for them. Each party should keep their copy with their vehicle records for at least 5 years.

What if Pennsylvania has its own official bill of sale form?

Pennsylvania publishes Form MV-4ST — Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Return / Application for Registration. You can use the official form, the document this generator produces, or both. Some county offices prefer the state-issued form — check with the office that will receive your paperwork.

What's the deadline for the buyer to register the vehicle in Pennsylvania?

Buyer must apply for title within 20 days of purchase. Missing the deadline can result in late penalties.

Related Pennsylvania resources

🚗Pennsylvania private sale checklist→📄Pennsylvania title transfer checklist→🧮Pennsylvania title transfer cost calculator→📋States that require a bill of sale→✍️States that require notarized titles→🗺️Bill of sale requirements in all 50 states→

Last reviewed: 2026-01-01 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Based on official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) sources · Independent resource · Not legal advice