North Carolina Vehicle (Car) Bill of Sale
Selling a car in North Carolina? The seller's title signature must be notarized. Make a bill of sale PDF below to record the price and terms.
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- Rules checked October 16, 2026
North Carolina rules for selling a vehicle
Checked against official North Carolina sources on October 16, 2026. Each point links to its source.
- Notarization
- If the title being transferred is a North Carolina title, the seller's section on the back must be notarized. For out-of-state titles, NCDMV follows that state's rules. The Title Application (MVR-1) also has to be notarized.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Titles Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Documents & Forms - State paperwork
- For a vehicle bought from an individual, NCDMV lists the title, a lien release (if liens are shown), the Title Application (MVR-1), the Odometer Disclosure Statement (MVR-180) if the vehicle is less than 10 years old, and the Damage Disclosure Statement (MVR-181).
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Documents & Forms - Bill of sale
- NCDMV lists a bill of sale for vehicles bought from a dealer. Its list for vehicles bought from an individual doesn't include one.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Documents & Forms - Where the title transfers
- At an NCDMV license plate agency, or by mail.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Titles - Co-owners
- When there are co-owners, all signatures on required documents must be notarized.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Documents & Forms - Highway-use tax
- Highway-use tax must be paid. Transfers between spouses, a parent and child, or a stepparent and stepchild are exempt with Form MVR-613.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Titles
How to use this North Carolina bill of sale
- Fill in the seller, buyer and vehicle details. Copy the VIN or serial number straight from the vehicle or its title.
- Enter the sale date, price and payment method, and choose "as is" or a written warranty.
- Click Create my PDF. Print two copies and have everyone sign by hand.
- Each side keeps a signed copy. Then finish the title or registration steps for North Carolina using the official sources on this page.
North Carolina vehicle bill of sale questions
Does a bill of sale need to be notarized in North Carolina?
NCDMV's notarization rule applies to the title: a North Carolina title assignment must be notarized, and so must the Title Application (MVR-1). NCDMV doesn't list a bill of sale for private sales.
Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Titles Source: NCDMV: Vehicle Documents & Forms
Is a bill of sale required to sell a car in North Carolina?
NCDMV's document list for a vehicle bought from an individual doesn't include a bill of sale. It lists one for vehicles bought from a dealer.
Where do I transfer a title in North Carolina?
At an NCDMV license plate agency, or by mail.
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Not legal advice. This site gives general information and a free document tool. It is not a law firm and is not affiliated with any government agency. Rules and forms change, so confirm requirements with your state agency or county office before you sign. A bill of sale does not transfer a title by itself.