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Free Trailer Bill of Sale Form

Use our Trailer Bill of Sale to record the sale of a trailer and protect both buyer and seller.

Updated April 5, 2022

A Trailer Bill of Sale is a document that records the change in ownership of a trailer. Legally, a trailer is any non-motorized vehicle pulled by another vehicle.

Table of Contents
  • What Is a Trailer Bill of Sale?
  • Why You Need a Bill of Sale for a Trailer
  • How to Write & Use a Trailer Bill of Sale
  • Free Printable Trailer Bill of Sale Templates
  • Trailer Bill of Sale Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Trailer Bill of Sale?

A Trailer Bill of Sale is a document that documents the transfer of ownership of a trailer vehicle from one individual to another. A bill of sale is often required by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to register the vehicle.

If you’re selling a trailer and other items (e.g., a boat and its motor), you can record the entire sale on a single bill of sale form.

Why You Need a Bill of Sale for a Trailer

Both the buyer and seller need a bill of sale for different reasons:

  • If you’re buying a trailer, you need a bill of sale as proof of ownership and to register the trailer with the DMV.
  • If you’re selling a trailer, you need a bill of sale to protect yourself if there’s a future dispute regarding the trailer’s ownership or condition.

How to Write & Use a Trailer Bill of Sale

Take these steps to complete your Trailer Bill of Sale.

Step 1: Gather details of the parties involved

Collect the information of all parties involved in the sale. This would be the buyer and the seller. Include their contact details such as their name, address, number, and even their email address if possible.

 

Step 2: Check state requirements

Your state may have specific requirements for transferring the title of your trailer. For example, Texas requires trailers with an empty weight of over 7,500 pounds to undergo a safety inspection before transfer.

Many states also require you to sign the bill of sale in the presence of adult witnesses or a notary public.

These requirements are typically listed on your state’s DMV website. If you have trouble finding the requirements online, call or visit your local DMV office.

Step 3 – Fill in Trailer information

Details include the trailer make, model, production year, empty weight, license plate number (if any), and Vehicle Identification Number.

Details of an example travel trailer:

  • Make: Winnebago
  • Model: Minnie Winnie 2108FBS
  • Year: 2019
  • Color: White
  • Body Style: Travel Trailer
  • Empty Weight: 3,900 lbs

You should also include information about the condition of the trailer. Refer to these options:

  • New
  • Excellent
  • Very Good
  • Good
  • Fair

You can write down any additional information you feel is relevant to this section of the document.

Step 4 – Provide Terms of the Sale

In this section, you should provide details about how the sale is being made. For example, you need to specify whether the sale is a gift or not. If it is a gift, the relationship between the buyer and seller must be made clear.

Further information you should provide is the following:

  • Value
  • Warranty

    • Unless otherwise indicated, the buyer will be buying the trailer “AS IS,” and the seller makes no warranty or guarantee. The buyer takes on all responsibility for the trailer once the sale is complete, including any repairs or maintenance that need to be made. However, the seller can provide exceptions to the “AS IS” condition and provide a warranty on all or a part of the trailer.
  • Date of Sale

Step 5: Sign the form

Once the buyer and seller have agreed to all the terms in the bill of sale, both parties should sign the form.

Your state may require witness or notary signatures to validate the bill of sale.

Even if it’s not required, we recommend having a third party witness your signature and sign the document in case of a future dispute over the sale.

Step 6: File with the DMV

Usually, the buyer keeps the original bill of sale, and the seller gets a copy. You can also create two identical copies and have the buyer and seller sign both copies.

Depending on state requirements, both the buyer and seller may need to file the bill of sale with the DMV or other governmental agencies.

If only a trailer is sold, file the bill of sale with the DMV. If a boat and/or outboard motor is sold along with the trailer, another office may handle the transfer, such as a marine board or recreational agency.

You can find out how boats are registered in your state on DMV Boat Registration and Licenses.

Free Printable Trailer Bill of Sale Templates

The bill of sale template you need depends on whether you’re selling just a trailer of any kind or a trailer along with a boat and/or motor. If you want to fill it out yourself you can download our blank Trailer Bill of Sale in PDF or Word format.

Trailer Bill of Sale Form Example

Simple Trailer Bill of Sale

Use this simple bill of sale template to document the change in ownership of a trailer (only).

Examples of trailers include horse trailers, utility trailers, enclosed cargo trailers, homemade trailers, toy haulers (for jet skis, dune buggies, and other recreational vehicles), and boat trailers (without the boat).

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boat and trailer bill of sale

Bill of Sale for Boat and Trailer

Use this bill of sale template to record the sale of a motorless boat or a boat with an internal motor and its trailer.

Examples of such boats include fishing boats, houseboats, and sailboats.

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boat, motor, and trailer bill of sale

Bill of Sale for Boat, Motor, and Trailer

Use this bill of sale template to record the sale of a boat that has an outboard motor along with its trailer.

Outboard motors are not permanent parts of the boat and have their own identification number, so you need to list all three items (i.e., boat, motor, and trailer) separately on the bill of sale form.

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Trailer Bill of Sale Frequently Asked Questions

Can I register a trailer with a bill of sale?

Yes, you can register a trailer with a bill of sale. But in some states, the title of the trailer is also required. You should check your state requirements to determine which documents you need to register your trailer.

Can I sell a trailer with just a bill of sale?

Yes, you can sell a trailer with just a bill of sale, and that document can be used as proof of ownership. However, certain states require you to have a Certificate of Title for a legal transfer of ownership.

Related Personal Property Documents

  • Sales Agreement: Outlines the terms of a sale where there is an exchange of goods.
  • Promissory Note: Outline the details of a loan made between two people, a borrower, and a lender.
  • Purchase Agreement: Outlines the terms and conditions of an item sale.
  • Invoice Template: Request payment for itemized goods and services
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