Updated September 13, 2023
A North Carolina motor vehicle bill of sale is legal proof that a purchase and sale of a vehicle has been completed. This document provides required information about the seller, the buyer, the vehicle, and the change of ownership. This form may be required at registration and will require notarization.
Signing Requirements – Both the buyer and seller are required to sign.
Odometer Disclosure Statement (MVR-180) – This form is required as well if the vehicle is less than twenty (20) years old and sixteen-thousand (16,000) pounds.
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Registering a Vehicle
Vehicle owners have 60 days from the date of purchase to register their new vehicles.[1] Vehicle registrations have to be renewed annually.[2] Owners can renew online, by mail, or at an NCDMV license plate agency.
Where to Register
Owners can register their vehicles at any local license plate agency.
Required Documents
- Bill of Sale;
- Title Application (Form MVR-1);
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (MVR-180);
- Certificate of Title (apply for a replacement title directly with the DMV);
- Valid driver’s license;
- North Carolina Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney is required if the owner designates another individual to register the vehicle for them;
- Registration Fees; and
- Proof of Insurance with Minimum Requirements:[3]
- $25,000 for property damage;
- $30,000 for bodily injury to one person; and
- $60,000 for bodily injury to two or more people.