Overview
Selling or buying a used vehicle in Arizona? A bill of sale is your proof of the deal — it records who sold what, for how much, and on what date. Arizona transfers ownership through the signed title and a Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236) at the MVD, but a bill of sale protects both sides: it locks in the price, the exact handover date, and the fact that the seller is no longer responsible for tickets or accidents once the keys change hands.
Arizona requirements
Is a bill of sale required in Arizona?
Not for a standard transfer. Ownership passes through the signed title and the Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236) at the MVD. A bill of sale is recommended as proof of the price and sale date, and a Title Transfer Bill of Sale (Form 38-1306) can stand in if the original title isn't available.
Does it need to be notarized?
No. As of October 2022, Arizona no longer requires the seller's signature on the title to be notarized for Arizona-titled vehicles, and a bill of sale doesn't need notarization either. If you're selling to an out-of-state buyer, notarizing is recommended because some states still ask for it.
Title transfer deadline
The buyer must apply to transfer the title within 15 days of the sale. Miss it and Arizona adds a penalty of $8 for the first month plus $4 for each additional month, up to a maximum of $100.
Motor vehicle sales tax
Arizona does not charge state transaction privilege (sales) tax on casual sales between private parties — only dealer sales are taxed. The buyer still pays a Vehicle License Tax (VLT) at registration, assessed on the vehicle's depreciated value rather than the price paid.
Odometer disclosure
Federal law requires the odometer reading at the time of sale for vehicles under 20 model years old. Record it on both the bill of sale and the title.
How to fill it out
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Enter the sale date and the Arizona county where the sale takes place.
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Add the seller's and buyer's full legal names and addresses.
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Describe the vehicle — make, model, year, color, and 17-character VIN.
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Record the odometer reading and the federal odometer disclosure.
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Enter the purchase price and choose 'as-is' or add warranty terms.
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Both parties sign — then the buyer files the Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236) at the Arizona MVD within 15 days.
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- Seller & buyer names and addresses
- Make, model, year, color & VIN
- Odometer reading + federal disclosure
- Purchase price & sales-tax note
- “As-is” statement or warranty terms
- Date of sale and signatures
Arizona bill of sale by vehicle type
The same Arizonabuilder works for more than cars — pick your vehicle and the form adapts: the right ID number (a VIN, a boat's HIN, or a serial number) and an odometer reading only where one applies.
- Car bill of sale
- Truck bill of sale
- SUV bill of sale
- Van bill of sale
- Motorcycle bill of sale
- ATV bill of sale
- RV bill of sale
- Camper bill of sale
- Trailer bill of sale
- Boat bill of sale
- Jet Ski bill of sale
- Snowmobile bill of sale
- Golf Cart bill of sale
- Tractor bill of sale
A few differ: boats and jet skis use a Hull ID Number (HIN) instead of a VIN and have no odometer; trailers, campers, snowmobiles, golf carts, and tractors have no odometer either; and boats, ATVs, and snowmobiles often register with a different agency (such as a wildlife, boating, or parks department) rather than the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), part of ADOT. Confirm the details with the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), part of ADOT.
Arizona bill of sale FAQ
Does an Arizona motor vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. Since October 2022, Arizona no longer requires the title signature to be notarized for Arizona-titled vehicles, and a bill of sale doesn't need it either. Notarizing is only recommended when the buyer will register the car in another state that requires it.
Do I need a bill of sale to sell a car in Arizona?
It isn't required for a standard transfer (the signed title and Form 96-0236 handle that), but it's recommended. It proves the price, the sale date, and that you're no longer responsible for the vehicle — and a Title Transfer Bill of Sale (Form 38-1306) can substitute if the title is missing.
Where do I transfer the title in Arizona?
At the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) or an Authorized Third Party provider. The buyer brings the signed title, a completed Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236), proof of identity and insurance, and payment for the title fee and VLT.
How long do I have to transfer the title in Arizona?
The buyer has 15 days from the date of sale to apply for the transfer at the MVD. After that, Arizona charges a late penalty of $8 for the first month plus $4 per additional month, up to $100, so don't wait.
How much is sales tax on a used car in Arizona?
Arizona charges no state sales tax on private-party (casual) sales — only dealer sales are taxed. The buyer does pay a Vehicle License Tax at registration, calculated on the vehicle's depreciated assessed value rather than the price on the bill of sale.
Do both the buyer and seller need to sign?
Yes. Both parties should sign and date the bill of sale, and each keeps a copy. If there are two buyers or two sellers, every party signs.
Is a handwritten bill of sale valid in Arizona?
Yes — Arizona doesn't mandate a specific bill-of-sale form, so a handwritten one is valid as long as it has the key details. A complete, typed document like this one is simply cleaner and far less likely to be questioned at the MVD.
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