Tennessee Bill of Sale PDF
Tennessee at a glance: Notarization Required: No · Title Transfer Deadline: 30 days from sale · Sales Tax: 7% state + up to 2.75% local
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Bills of Sale in Tennessee
Tennessee requires a bill of sale for motor vehicle private sales. Tennessee charges 7% sales tax on vehicle purchases, with an additional local tax of up to 2.75% (for a maximum combined rate of 9.75%).
The buyer must transfer the title within 30 days at the county clerk's office. Tennessee does not require notarization for vehicle bills of sale.
Tennessee Bill of Sale — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Tennessee Rule |
|---|---|
| Notarization Required | No |
| Title Transfer Deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales Tax | 7% state + up to 2.75% local |
| Odometer Disclosure | Required |
| Governing Law | Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-3-126 |
Tennessee Legal Requirements
- Seller signs the title.
- Bill of sale documents the transaction.
- Buyer pays sales tax at county clerk's office.
- Title transferred within 30 days.
- Odometer disclosure required.
Tennessee Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Tennessee legal resources or your state legislature's official website.