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Texas at a glance: DMV Form: Form 130-U (includes bill of sale) · Notarization Required: Yes (for title transfer) · Odometer Disclosure: Required for vehicles under 10 years old
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Overview
Bills of Sale in Texas
Texas requires a bill of sale for all motor vehicle title transfers. The Texas DMV provides Form 130-U (Application for Texas Title) which includes bill of sale information. Texas also requires a Vehicle Inspection Report for registration and an Odometer Disclosure Statement for vehicles under 10 years old.
Texas has no state income tax but does charge 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax on private vehicle sales, paid by the buyer at the county tax office when registering.
Key Facts
Texas Bill of Sale — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Texas Rule |
|---|---|
| DMV Form | Form 130-U (includes bill of sale) |
| Notarization Required | Yes (for title transfer) |
| Odometer Disclosure | Required for vehicles under 10 years old |
| Vehicle Inspection | Required at registration |
| Sales Tax | 6.25% of sale price (paid by buyer) |
| Title Transfer Deadline | 30 days from date of sale |
Legal Requirements
Texas Legal Requirements
- Title must be transferred within 30 days of sale.
- Notarized signatures required on the Application for Texas Title (Form 130-U).
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old.
- Buyer must pay 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax at county tax office.
- Seller should keep a copy of the bill of sale for their records.
Governing Laws
Texas Governing Laws
Tex. Transp. Code § 501.0234
Title Transfer Requirements
Requires vehicle title to be transferred within 30 days of sale and application submitted to county tax office.
Tex. Transp. Code § 501.072
Odometer Disclosure
Requires sellers to disclose accurate odometer reading on vehicles under 10 years old.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Texas legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Texas Bill of Sale — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Texas require a bill of sale for a vehicle?
Texas uses Form 130-U as the primary title transfer document, which includes bill of sale information. A separate bill of sale is recommended to document sale price, condition, and "as-is" terms.
How much is sales tax on a private car sale in Texas?
Texas charges 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax on the sale price (or standard presumptive value, whichever is higher). The buyer pays this at the county tax office when transferring the title.
Does a Texas bill of sale need to be notarized?
The Form 130-U (Application for Texas Title) requires notarized signatures. A separate bill of sale does not require notarization but it is recommended.