A Montana motor vehicle bill of sale (Form MV24) documents the details of a vehicle transfer in Montana between a private buyer and seller. It outlines the terms of the transaction, including the agreed-upon purchase price, the condition of the vehicle, and any additional terms negotiated and mutually accepted by both parties.
Both buyer and seller should sign the bill of sale before a notary public.
An Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV90-A) must be attached to the bill of sale if the vehicle is newer than 2011 and under 16,000 pounds.
Vehicle Registration
New owners must register their vehicles within sixty days of acquisition or after establishing residence in the state of Montana, and the registration must be renewed after one or two years. If the vehicle is older than 11 years, owners can register it permanently.
Registration renewal for Montana can be done online through the Motor Vehicle Division or in person at any local county treasurer’s office.
Where to Register Your Vehicle
Vehicle owners can register their vehicles at the county treasurer’s office in their local area.
Documents Required by the DMV Office
You need the following documents to register your vehicle in Montana:
- Bill of Sale
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV90-A)
- Valid Montana driver’s license
- Application for Certificate of Title of a Motor Vehicle (Form MV1-16) (if you need a new title, you can apply in-person at the county treasurer’s office)
- Application for Replacement Certificate of Title (Form MV7) (if you need a replacement title, you can apply by mail to the Vehicle Services Bureau)
- Registration Fees
- Proof of Insurance according to the state’s Minimum Requirements:
- $20,000 for injury or destruction of property per accident
- $25,000 for bodily injury or death of one person per accident
- $50,000 for bodily injury or death of two or more persons per accident
If someone else is acting on behalf of the owner, they need a Montana Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney.
Montana Vehicle Bill of Sale Sample
Below is a printable Montana motor vehicle bill of sale in PDF and Word format.
