Michigan Bill of Sale Forms (5)

Updated September 08, 2022

A Michigan bill of sale allows for the ownership transfer of personal property, commonly a vehicle, from a seller to a buyer. Unless gifted, the exchange must be for cash or trade. The buyer and seller are required to sign the document after the transaction is complete.

The buyer must maintain a signed copy if they are to register the property post-sale (i.e. for vehicle transfers).

Forms (5)

Vehicle Bill of Sale– This form will show proof of sale and purchase of a motor vehicle. It will show a change of ownership and is generally needed to register a vehicle. Download: Adobe PDF, MS Word, OpenDocument

Boat Bill of Sale – This form would be used to provide legal proof of purchase and change of ownership of a vessel/boat. Download: Adobe PDF, MS Word, OpenDocument

Firearm Bill of Sale – Used to prove sale and purchase, as well as a change of ownership of a firearm of any kind. Download: Adobe PDF, MS Word, OpenDocument

General Bill of Sale – For personal property and can be used in any circumstance when transferring its ownership. Download: Adobe PDF, MS Word, OpenDocument

Trailer/Watercraft/Snowmobile Bill of Sale – To be used to provide proof of sale and purchase of any Trailer, Watercraft or Snowmobile. This document will prove a change of ownership. Download: Adobe PDF

Vehicle Registration Forms

• Bill of Sale;
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form BVDR-108);
• Original Certificate of Title (if lost or damaged, see Replacing a Title);
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License;
• Completed Application for Michigan Vehicle Title (Form TR-11L), if the vehicle is transferred from out of state;
• Registration Fees;
• Proof of Insurance with the following minimum requirements:
  • Personal injury protection;
  • Property protection;
  • Residual bodily injury/property damage liability insurance;
• Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney, if a representative will act on behalf of the vehicle owner in any titling or registering matters.

Boat Registration Forms

• Bill of Sale;
• Certificate of Title; and
• Registration Fees.