Updated September 13, 2023
A New York bill of sale records the sale and transfer of private property (most commonly a motor vehicle). It includes the details of the sale for registration and accounting purposes. A bill of sale should be completed at the time of sale or after both the buyer and seller have completed the exchange.
Forms (4)
 Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale (Form MV-912) – Required by the DMV to process new registration and license plates. The seller’s signature is required.
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 Boat Bill of Sale – This document will prove the sale, purchase, and change of ownership of a vessel.
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 General Bill of Sale – This form is usually utilized as proof between two private parties that a legal sale and purchase of personal items has been transacted.
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 Gun Bill of Sale – An official contract for the transfer of ownership.
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Vehicle Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale;
- Vehicle Registration/Title Application (Form MV-82);
- Statement of Transaction (Form DTF-802);
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV-103);
- Certificate of Title or other proof of ownership[1] (apply for a replacement title at the NY DMV’s website);
- Valid driver’s license;
- New York Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney is needed if the owner designates another person to register the vehicle for them;
- Registration Fees; and
- Proof of Insurance with Minimum Requirements:[2]
- $10,000 for property damage for a single accident
- $25,000 for bodily injury and $50,000 for death for a person involved in an accident
- $50,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for death for two or more people in an accident
Boat Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale;
- Boat Registration / Title Application (Form MV-82B);
- Certificate of title;
- Proof of identity;
- Proof of ownership; and
- Registration fees.