Tennessee bill of sale for a vehicle
For buyers and sellers who want a written record of a private car sale in Tennessee.
A Tennessee bill of sale matters less than the title for the tax. Sales tax is based on the price written on the back of the title, unless you and the seller sign a gift or even trade affidavit. We could not check whether the state has an official bill of sale form.
Does Tennessee have an official bill of sale form?
We have not confirmed an official Tennessee bill of sale form for a private car sale. Ask the Tennessee Department of Revenue, Vehicle Services which form to use.
- Sales tax is based on the price written on the back of the title, unless you and the seller sign a gift or even trade affidavit.
What should a bill of sale for a car include?
Common items on a bill of saleWhat TN Revenue 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
We do not offer a printable template yet. Any template we add will be labeled as not an official form.
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Common questions
What sets the sales tax?
The price on the back of the title, unless you and the seller sign a gift or even trade affidavit.
roanecountytn.gov checked
Is a bill of sale required in Tennessee?
We have not confirmed it. No official Tennessee page we checked says one is required for a private sale.
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About this page
This page summarizes official Tennessee sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Tennessee Department of Revenue, Vehicle Services, 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.