(iSeeCars) - A vehicle bill of sale is an important legal document when a used car’s ownership transfers between two people. If you’re buying or selling a car through a dealer, the bill of sale takes the form of a purchase contract created by the dealership. But when a private owner is selling (or giving) a car to another individual, the seller is responsible for creating a bill of sale to record the details of the private sale.

Is a Bill of Sale for a Car Purchase Required?

Only 16 states have a state law requiring a bill of sale to transfer vehicle ownership . But even if you live in a state that doesn’t require one, a bill of sale is an important document to have for both the buyer’s and seller’s protection. As an example, if you sell a car and the next owner has an accident or commit

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