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Formswift: Set up a New Mexico vehicle bill of sale with our convenient template

Collect everything you need for your vehicle transactions with our New Mexico vehicle bill of sale template. Each vehicle bill of sale (also known as a form MVD-10009) helps ensure legal compliance and protects your interests, from start to finish.

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What’s a New Mexico vehicle bill of sale?

A New Mexico vehicle bill of sale is a document that records the transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle from one party to another. This document serves as proof of the transaction when interacting with the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD).

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Why would you use a New Mexico vehicle bill of sale?

For sellers, it provides a clear record of the sale, which is useful for tax purposes and liability protection. For buyers, it demonstrates proof of ownership. This is essential for registering the vehicle with the New Mexico MVD (known as a DMV in other states) and for the title transfer process.

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Common types of a New Mexico vehicle bill of sale

There are different types of New Mexico vehicle bills of sale, depending on the nature of the vehicle transaction. Some common types include:

Private sale bill of sale

Used for transactions between private individuals for personal property, including watercraft.

Dealer sale bill of sale

Used when purchasing a vehicle from a licensed dealer. After the transaction, the new owner may have to report the odometer reading and register their vehicle with the New Mexico MVD.

As-is bill of sale

This states that the motor vehicle is sold without any warranty, and the buyer assumes all responsibility for the vehicle's condition after the sale.

Do you need a vehicle bill of sale form in New Mexico?

Vehicle bill of sale forms aren’t legally required in the state of New Mexico. However, we recommend creating one as this legal document can officially record the transfer of ownership.

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Frequently asked questions

While you can create your own bill of sale, we recommend you use a fillable bill of sale template. This will ensure you include all the necessary details for a valid document.

No, a bill of sale and a title transfer are separate legal documents. The bill of sale documents the transaction, while the vehicle title transfer is the legal process of transferring the certificate of title from the seller to the buyer. Both are necessary when selling or buying a vehicle.

A New Mexico vehicle bill of sale should include several key details related to the transaction, such as the following information:

  • The buyer’s name, seller’s name, their addresses, and driver’s license numbers
  • The vehicle information, including its license plate, model year, and body type
  • The sales price/purchase price
  • The purchase date
  • The vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • An odometer reading (odometer mileage statement) and odometer disclosure statement
  • An emission vehicle inspection report

No. In New Mexico, there’s no legal requirement to have your vehicle bill of sale notarized by a notary public.

Yes, you can use a bill of sale form for various types of vehicles, including boats (using a boat bill of sale), motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles.

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