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Formswift: Create a Louisiana vehicle bill of sale with our convenient template

Don’t leave room for uncertainties in your vehicle transactions. Our Louisiana vehicle bill of sale template provides you with a clear record of your purchase or sale, compliant with Louisiana state law.

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What’s a Louisiana vehicle bill of sale?

A Louisiana vehicle bill of sale is a document that records the transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle from one party to another. It includes several key transaction details. This document serves as proof of the transaction when interacting with the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV).

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Why would you use a Louisiana vehicle bill of sale?

A bill of sale document provides a clear record of the transaction, protecting both parties. The document clearly outlines the vehicle's condition and odometer disclosure statement at the time of sale, reducing the risk of future disputes. It also helps with the vehicle title transfer process.

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Common types of a Louisiana vehicle bill of sale

General vehicle bill of sale

Used for most standard vehicle sales in Louisiana, covering cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more.

As-is vehicle bill of sale

Used when selling a vehicle without any warranties, meaning the buyer takes the vehicle "as is."

Gift vehicle bill of sale

Used to record the transfer of personal property, like a vehicle, without any exchange of money, and is even required when gifting a car to a family member.

Inherited vehicle bill of sale

Used to transfer ownership to the inheritor when a vehicle is inherited.

Do you need a vehicle bill of sale form in Louisiana?

Yes. The Louisiana office of motor vehicles states you must provide a notarized bill of sale to title a used vehicle. When creating a motor vehicle bill of sale form, remember to also arrange for a notary public public to be present during the signing process and notarize the document.

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Frequently asked questions

We recommend you use a specific Louisiana bill of sale form to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.

The bill of sale should include details about the buyer (new owner), the seller (previous owner), the vehicle's make, model, year, VIN, purchase price, and the date of sale.

Yes, you can create your own bill of sale. However, using a reliable template like ours will ensure you cover all necessary information and comply with the relevant requirements.

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