Washington bill of sale for a vehicle
For buyers and sellers who want a written record of a private car sale in Washington.
A Washington bill of sale for a car is required unless the sale price and date are written on the title. DOL publishes the Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale, form 420-065. It doesn't transfer the title and isn't a Report of Sale: the seller still reports the sale to DOL within 5 days.
Does Washington have an official bill of sale form?
420-065 · Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale- The bill of sale does not transfer the title and is not a Report of Sale. The seller still files the Report of Sale.dol.wa.gov checked
- For a gift or inheritance, enter zero as the sale price.dol.wa.gov checked
What should a bill of sale for a car include?
Common items on a bill of saleWhat DOL 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
Is a bill of sale required in Washington?
Yes, unless the sale price and the date are written on the title.
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Does Washington have an official bill of sale form?
Yes. DOL publishes the Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale, form 420-065.
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Is a bill of sale the same as a Report of Sale?
No. The bill of sale doesn't transfer the title, and the seller still files the Report of Sale with DOL.
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What price do I write for a gift or an inheritance?
DOL asks you to enter zero as the sale price.
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This page summarizes official Washington sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Washington State Department of Licensing, 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.