Updated September 13, 2023
A New York motor vehicle bill of sale is a legal document that provides proof that a motor vehicle has been legally sold and acquired in the State of New York. The form also serves as evidence of the vehicle’s change of ownership. It documents information about the buyer, seller, and vehicle that are necessary for registration and titling. It does also require notarization.
Signing Requirements – Both the buyer and seller must sign.
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Registering a Vehicle
A vehicle owner has to register their vehicle within 180 days of the effective date of their insurance policy and is required to renew the registration annually.[1] Registration renewal is available online, by mail, or in person at any DMV office.
Where to Register
Some counties are able to apply online. If the vehicle will reside in a county without online registration, it is best to check with the specific county’s DMV office for its procedures.
Required Documents
- 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[2] (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:[3]
- $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