Section 1 - Party Identification
ALABAMA VEHICLE BILL OF SALE
Date of Sale: [[Date of Sale]]
SELLER
Name / Dealership Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name or Dealership Name]]
Dealer License Number (if dealer): [[Alabama Dealer License Number - or "N/A - Private Sale"]]
Address: [[Seller Street Address]], [[Seller City]], Alabama [[Seller ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Seller Phone Number]]
Email: [[Seller Email Address]]
BUYER
Name: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Address: [[Buyer Street Address]], [[Buyer City]], [[Buyer State]] [[Buyer ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Buyer Phone Number]]
Email: [[Buyer Email Address]]
Driver's License Number / State: [[Buyer Driver's License Number]] / [[Issuing State]]
Section 2 - Vehicle Description
| Field | Details |
|---|
| Year | [[Vehicle Year]] |
| Make | [[Vehicle Make]] |
| Model | [[Vehicle Model]] |
| Trim / Body Style | [[Vehicle Trim and Body Style]] |
| Exterior Color | [[Vehicle Exterior Color]] |
| VIN (17 Characters) | [[Vehicle Identification Number]] |
| License Plate (if transferring) | [[Current License Plate Number - or "N/A"]] |
| Current Odometer Reading | [[Odometer Reading at Time of Sale]] miles |
| Title Number | [[Existing Title Number]] |
| Title-Issuing State | [[Title-Issuing State]] |
Section 3 - Sale Price and Payment
| Item | Amount |
|---|
| Agreed Sale Price | $[[Agreed Sale Price]] |
| Trade-In Vehicle Allowance (if applicable) | - $[[Trade-In Allowance - or "0.00"]] |
| Dealer Documentation / Preparation Fee (if dealer) | $[[Dealer Doc Fee Amount - or "N/A"]] |
| Other Fees / Charges | $[[Other Fees and Description - or "0.00"]] |
| Total Amount Due | $[[Total Amount Due]] |
| Less: Deposit Paid | - $[[Deposit Amount - or "0.00"]] |
| Balance Due at Transfer | $[[Balance Due at Transfer]] |
> Note on Alabama Motor Vehicle Sales Tax: Alabama imposes a 2% state sales tax on the purchase price of motor vehicles (Ala. Code § 40-23-100). County and municipal privilege license taxes may add up to an additional 2% or more, depending on the buyer's county of residence. Sales tax is collected by the county tax collector at the time of title transfer and registration - not by the seller. Verify the total rate applicable to your county at the Alabama Department of Revenue.
Payment Method:
- [ ] Cash / Certified Funds - Full balance of $[[Total Amount Due]] due at time of delivery.
- [ ] Personal Check - Title will not be delivered until check clears.
- [ ] Wire Transfer - Buyer to initiate wire per [[Seller Wire Transfer Instructions]].
- [ ] Other: [[Describe Payment Method]]
Section 4 - Federal Odometer Disclosure
> Federal Odometer Act (49 U.S.C. § 32705; 49 C.F.R. Part 580): Federal law requires the seller to disclose the vehicle's mileage upon transfer of ownership. Providing a false statement may result in civil fines up to $10,000 per violation and/or criminal imprisonment.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [[Vehicle Identification Number]]
Odometer Reading at Time of Transfer: [[Odometer Reading at Transfer]] miles
The seller certifies that to the best of their knowledge the odometer reading reflects:
- [ ] The actual mileage of the vehicle.
- [ ] Mileage EXCEEDS mechanical limits - The odometer is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING: Odometer has rolled over.
- [ ] Odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage - WARNING: Odometer discrepancy.
> Exemptions (49 C.F.R. § 580.17): Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) over 16,000 lbs, vehicles 20 or more model years old as of the calendar year of transfer (2021 federal rule update), new vehicles prior to first retail sale, and certain other transfers are exempt.
Seller Certification:
I, [[Seller Full Legal Name]], certify under penalty of law that the odometer reading stated above is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Seller Signature: ___________________________ Date: [[Date of Seller Odometer Certification]]
Buyer Acknowledgment:
I, [[Buyer Full Legal Name]], have read and acknowledge the odometer disclosure above.
Buyer Signature: ___________________________ Date: [[Date of Buyer Odometer Acknowledgment]]
Section 5 - Warranty / As-Is Status
Select one - this selection is binding:
Option A - As-Is / No Warranty
AS IS - NO WARRANTY
> The vehicle is sold AS IS with no warranty, express or implied. The seller makes no representation regarding the vehicle's condition, fitness, or merchantability. All implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability (Ala. Code § 7-2-314) and the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose (Ala. Code § 7-2-315), are disclaimed to the fullest extent permitted by Alabama law (Ala. Code § 7-2-316). The buyer assumes full responsibility for all repair costs from the moment of delivery.
[ ] Buyer initials confirming As-Is purchase: ______ / ______
Option B - Limited Warranty
The vehicle is sold with the following limited warranty:
| Warranty Component | Coverage Period | Coverage Details |
|---|
| Powertrain (Engine, Transmission) | [[Powertrain Warranty Period]] | [[Powertrain Coverage Details]] |
| Other Components | [[Other Coverage Period]] | [[Other Coverage Details]] |
Deductible per repair visit: $[[Warranty Deductible]]
Section 6 - Lien and Title Status
The seller represents and warrants that:
- Seller has legal title to the vehicle and the legal authority to transfer it to the buyer.
- The vehicle is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, and security interests except as disclosed below:
Existing Lien Holder (if any): [[Lien Holder Name - or "None"]]
Estimated Payoff Amount: $[[Payoff Amount - or "N/A"]]
Seller agrees to: [ ] Pay off lien in full prior to delivery and deliver a clear title. / [ ] Provide lien-release documentation at closing.
- Seller discloses the following known material defects: [[Known Defects - or "None known to seller"]]
- Seller discloses the following accident, flood, fire, or salvage history: [[Accident or Damage History - or "None known to seller"]]
Section 7 - Alabama Title Transfer Steps
After this bill of sale is executed, the following steps apply to complete the transfer:
- Seller signs the back of the title. The seller must sign and date the assignment section on the back of the Alabama (or out-of-state) certificate of title and complete the odometer disclosure on the title document.
- Buyer presents documents to county tax collector. Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, a valid government-issued photo ID, and proof of Alabama liability insurance (minimum: 25/50/25 as of 2026) to the county tax collector's office in the buyer's county of residence.
- Pay Alabama sales tax and fees. The buyer pays 2% state sales tax plus applicable county/municipal tax on the purchase price, the Alabama title fee (currently $18.00), and registration fees based on vehicle weight class.
- Receive new Alabama title and registration. The county tax collector processes the transfer and issues a new Alabama certificate of title in the buyer's name, along with registration and license plates.
- Out-of-state titles. If the vehicle carries an out-of-state title, additional documentation may be required. Contact your county tax collector or the Alabama Department of Revenue for current requirements.
- Lien notation (if financed). If the buyer is financing the purchase, the lender's name and address must be listed on the title application as the first lienholder. The lender holds the title until the loan is satisfied.
> Fees and procedures are current as of June 2026. Verify current figures at the Alabama Department of Revenue: revenue.alabama.gov or your county tax collector's office.
Section 8 - Buyer Acknowledgment
By signing below, the buyer acknowledges:
- Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the vehicle and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.
- Buyer has received a signed copy of this bill of sale, the signed title (or understands title will be mailed within the timeframe required by Alabama law), and all other documents checked below:
- [ ] Signed copy of this Bill of Sale
- [ ] Signed Vehicle Title (reverse assignment completed)
- [ ] Federal Odometer Disclosure (if not incorporated above)
- [ ] As-Is Disclosure / FTC Buyers Guide (if purchased from a dealer)
- [ ] Extended Warranty / Service Contract (if purchased)
Section 9 - Signature Block
By signing below, both parties acknowledge they have read, understood, and agree to all terms of this Alabama Vehicle Bill of Sale.
SELLER
Signature: ___________________________ Date: [[Date Seller Signs]]
Printed Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]
Title (if dealer): [[Seller Title - or "N/A"]]
Dealer License # (if applicable): [[Alabama Dealer License Number - or "N/A"]]
BUYER
Signature: ___________________________ Date: [[Date Buyer Signs]]
Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Legal Name]]
Address: [[Buyer Street Address]], [[Buyer City]], [[Buyer State]] [[Buyer ZIP Code]]
Driver's License #: [[Buyer Driver's License Number]] / [[Issuing State]]
Section 10 - Notary Acknowledgment
Notarization is strongly recommended for Alabama vehicle bills of sale. Many county tax collectors require a notarized bill of sale for private-party title transfers.
State of Alabama
County of [[County Name]]
On this [[Day]] day of [[Month]], [[Year]], before me personally appeared [[Seller Full Legal Name]] and [[Buyer Full Legal Name]], known to me to be the persons whose names are subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
Notary Public Signature: ___________________________
Notary Printed Name: [[Notary Full Name]]
My Commission Expires: [[Notary Commission Expiration Date]]
Notary Seal:
> ⚠️ Template example - not professional (legal/financial/medical) advice. This document is a general template for informational purposes only. Alabama sales tax rates, title fees, registration fees, and county requirements change frequently - verify all figures with your county tax collector or the Alabama Department of Revenue before use. Implied-warranty disclaimers must be conspicuous under Ala. Code § 7-2-316; consult a licensed Alabama attorney for complex transactions. Sources verified as of June 2026: Ala. Code §§ 7-2-314, 7-2-315, 7-2-316, 40-23-100; 49 U.S.C. § 32705; 49 C.F.R. Part 580; Alabama Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division.
