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Texas Vehicle Bill of Sale Generator

Not mandated but strongly recommended. Texas has an Application for Texas Certificate of Title (Form 130-U) which serves as the transfer document.

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.

Texas requirements at a glance

  • ◆Conditional

    Bill of sale

    Not mandated but strongly recommended. Texas has an Application for Texas Certificate of Title (Form 130-U) which serves as the transfer document.

  • ✗No

    Notarization

    Notarization is generally not required for private vehicle sales in Texas.

  • ✓Yes

    Odometer disclosure

    Required by federal law and completed on Form 130-U for vehicles under 10 years old.

Generate your Texas bill of sale

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Seller
Buyer
Vehicle
Sale terms
Texas-specific details

Texas charges 6.25% sales tax based on the sale price or Standard Presumptive Value, whichever is higher.

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VEHICLE BILL OF SALE — TEXAS 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 TEXAS-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: Recommended supplement to Form 130-U. Texas does not require a separate state BOS form.

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

Texas title transfers go through Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). Follow these steps in order.

  1. Complete every field on the bill of sale, including odometer reading and sale price.
  2. Both parties sign and date the document. Texas does not require notarization for most private sales.
  3. Print two copies — one for each party. Texas Form 130-U also captures the same transfer information.
  4. Buyer brings the signed title, this bill of sale, Form 130-U, proof of insurance, and fees to a county tax assessor-collector office within 30 days of purchase.
  5. Buyer pays 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax at the same visit (based on sale price or Standard Presumptive Value, whichever is higher).

Official Texas forms & resources

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Texas?

Not mandated but strongly recommended. Texas has an Application for Texas Certificate of Title (Form 130-U) which serves as the transfer document.

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

No — Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Notarization is generally not required for private vehicle sales in Texas.

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 Texas has its own official bill of sale form?

Texas publishes Form 130-U — Application for Texas Title. 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 Texas?

Buyer must apply for title within 30 days of purchase. Missing the deadline can result in late penalties.

Related Texas resources

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Last reviewed: 2026-01-01 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Based on official Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) sources · Independent resource · Not legal advice