North Carolina Bill of Sale PDF
North Carolina at a glance: Notarization Required: No · Title Transfer Deadline: 28 days from sale · Highway Use Tax: 3% (capped at $2,000 for private sales)
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Bills of Sale in North Carolina
North Carolina requires a bill of sale for motor vehicle private sales. North Carolina charges 3% highway use tax (HUT) on vehicle purchases — instead of sales tax — capped at $2,000 for private sales.
The buyer must transfer the title within 28 days at the North Carolina DMV. A safety inspection and emissions test are required for registration.
North Carolina Bill of Sale — Quick Reference
| Requirement | North Carolina Rule |
|---|---|
| Notarization Required | No |
| Title Transfer Deadline | 28 days from sale |
| Highway Use Tax | 3% (capped at $2,000 for private sales) |
| Safety Inspection | Required for registration |
| Odometer Disclosure | Required |
| Governing Law | N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-72 |
North Carolina Legal Requirements
- Seller signs over the title.
- Bill of sale documents the transaction.
- Buyer pays 3% HUT (max $2,000) at DMV.
- Safety inspection and emissions test required.
- Title transferred within 28 days.
North Carolina Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's North Carolina legal resources or your state legislature's official website.