South Dakota bill of sale for a Vehicle
For buyers and sellers who want a written record of a private car sale in South Dakota.
A South Dakota bill of sale is required in a private car sale. The seller gives the buyer one with the make, model and serial number, the price, the date and the buyer's name and address, and signs it. The state has an official form. Without a bill of sale, the tax is based on book value.
Does South Dakota have an official bill of sale form?
1025 · Bill of SaleFind these forms on the SD Department of Revenue site
- The make, model and serial number, the price, the date of sale, the buyer's name and address, and the seller's signature
- The price on the bill of sale. Without one, the book value from a dealer guide.
What should a bill of sale for a car include?
Common items on a bill of saleWhat SD Motor Vehicle Division says is above.
- The buyer's and seller's names and addresses
- The car's year, make, model and VIN
- The sale price and the date of sale
- The odometer reading
- Signatures of the buyer and seller
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Common questions
What if there is no bill of sale?
The excise tax is based on the retail value in a dealer guide, not the price.
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This page summarizes official South Dakota sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the South Dakota Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division, and does not file or prepare forms. Confirm each step with the agency before you sign, pay or mail anything. Found a mistake? Email mr@marcelruettgers.com.