This Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form is free, as are all of our bill of sale forms. The template is available for free download in both Microsoft Word and PDF. The Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form documents the transfer of ownership of a used car from one party to another, namely from the Seller to the Buyer. Be sure to check the requirements of your local motor vehicle office. Some states require that the bill of sale be notarized.
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Needed To Register a Motor Vehicle in Illinois
To register a used motor vehicle in the state of Illinois you will need the following:
- Completed Application For Vehicle Transaction (online at state website)
- Illinois Seller’s Report of Sale (Bill of Sale Form)
- Title from previous owner signed over to you
- Illinois Odometer Disclosure Statement Form VSD 333 (if applicable)
- Valid form of identification
- Proof of insurance
Example of an Illinois Seller’s Report of Sale
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Illinois title required to be notarized?
No.
If there are two names on the back of the title, do both parties have to sign title and registration applications?
Yes.
What type of insurance do I need to register a car in Illinois?
Liability insurance is required for all motor vehicles that must display license plates and are being driven, including cars, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, trucks and buses. Trailers are not required to have liability insurance since the vehicle towing it must have insurance.
How much does it cost to title and register my vehicle in Illinois?
The total fee for a standard vehicle is currently $306 ($155 vehicle title + $151 registration/license plates). The fees are subject to change annually.
Will I get a temporary license plate while waiting for my personalized or vanity plates?
No. You will be issued a Temporary Registration Permit (TRP), which is valid for 90 days. The permit must be displayed in place of the license plate on the back of the vehicle until you receive your personalized license plates.
The PDF version of the Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form is a fillable PDF. You can type the required information directly into the form and avoid having to write everything by hand each time you make a sale. In order to use the document as a fillable PDF, you will need PDF reader software installed on your computer or mobile device.
Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form Forms
Choose the appropriate link to download the Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form in either Microsoft Word or fillable PDF. Both versions are free. Most people find the Microsoft Word version is easier to edit and customize but the PDF is easiest to print.
Microsoft Word
Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form Word
Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form PDF
We are required to include the following legal disclaimers:
This Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form was created by a skilled and seasoned businessman, not an attorney or law firm. Most states do not have specific requirements for a bill of sale unless it involves the sale of a motor vehicle, boat, or other property that requires a title issued by the state in which the buyer lives.
We highly recommend having the Illinois Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form notarized if it involves a high-priced item and especially if you are not familiar with the buyer. The notary will confirm the identity of both parties so both you and the buyer are more confident concluding the sale.
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