Selling or buying a vehicle in Vermont? Vermont combines the bill of sale and odometer disclosure into a single form (VT-005) — and a title is issued to the new owner when the vehicle is registered, effective January 1, 2025.
This free template is formatted for Vermont’s requirements and works alongside the Certificate of Title and Form VD-119 at any Vermont DMV office.
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On this page:
- What Is a Vermont Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale?
- Is a Bill of Sale Required in Vermont?
- Vermont-Specific Requirements
- Free Vermont Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Template
- How to Fill Out the Template
- How to Transfer a Car Title in Vermont
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Vermont Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale?
A Vermont motor vehicle bill of sale is a written record of a private vehicle sale.
Vermont’s official form is Form VT-005 (Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure Statement), which combines both documents into a single form. Both buyer and seller must sign. The seller’s signature on the Registration/Tax and Title Application (Form VD-119) is only required if no other bill of sale exists.
Is a Bill of Sale Required in Vermont?
Vermont requires a bill of sale for private party vehicle sales. The Vermont DMV provides Form VT-005 as the official combined bill of sale and odometer disclosure form. Both buyer and seller must sign the document. Failure to accurately complete the odometer disclosure may result in fines and/or imprisonment under federal and Vermont law.
Vermont-Specific Requirements
1. Title Issued at Registration (Effective January 1, 2025)
Effective January 1, 2025, Vermont issues a title to the new owner when the vehicle is registered. Vehicles previously exempt from titling remain exempt — no action is required for those. All new motor vehicles up to 14,000 lbs GVWR must be California-certified to be sold and registered in Vermont.
2. Combined Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure (Form VT-005)
Vermont’s official Form VT-005 combines the bill of sale and odometer disclosure statement into a single document. An Odometer Disclosure Statement is required for vehicles model year 2011 and newer. Both buyer and seller must sign.
3. Purchase and Use Tax: 6%
Vermont charges 6% purchase and use tax on the purchase price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value — whichever is greater. Tax is paid at the DMV at the time of registration. The purchase price on the bill of sale determines the tax basis when it is higher than book value.
4. Salvage and Rebuilt Disclosure
If the vehicle is salvage, rebuilt, or has been totaled, the seller must complete the respective section on Form VT-005. Failure to disclose this information is a violation of Vermont’s Consumer Fraud Law.
5. What the Buyer Must Bring
- Signed Certificate of Title (or chain of ownership if title is missing)
- Completed Form VT-005 (Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure) — signed by both parties
- Completed Form VD-119 (Registration/Tax and Title Application)
- Valid Vermont driver’s license or ID
- Proof of Vermont insurance
- Payment for 6% purchase and use tax and registration fees
6. Notarization
Vermont does not require notarization for a standard private party vehicle bill of sale. A notarized Affidavit of Non-Titled Vehicle (Form VT-025) is required for untitled vehicles. Notarization is optional but recommended for high-value sales.
Free Vermont Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Template
This template opens in Google Docs. Click Use Template to save a copy to your Drive, fill it out digitally, or print and complete by hand.
How to Fill Out the Template
Enter the seller’s name exactly as it appears on the Certificate of Title. Enter the buyer’s name exactly as they want it on the new registration and title.
In Section 3, copy the VIN character by character. Enter the current odometer reading — required for vehicles model year 2011 and newer. Enter the full agreed purchase price in Section 4 — Vermont calculates 6% tax on this figure or J.D. Power clean trade-in value, whichever is greater.
Both parties sign Section 11. If the vehicle is salvage or rebuilt, note this in the appropriate section. Also complete Vermont’s official Form VT-005 for the combined odometer disclosure.
For a complete field-by-field walkthrough of every section, see: How to Fill Out a Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale →
How to Transfer a Car Title in Vermont
For the Seller
Complete the Assignment of Ownership section on the back of the Certificate of Title. Provide the buyer with Form VT-005 (Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure) signed by both parties. Keep a copy for your records.
For the Buyer
Visit any Vermont DMV office with the signed title, Form VT-005, Form VD-119 (Registration/Tax and Title Application), proof of Vermont insurance, valid Vermont driver’s license or ID, and payment for the 6% purchase and use tax and registration fees. A title is issued when the vehicle is registered.
Lost Title
If no title exists, complete a notarized Affidavit of Non-Titled Vehicle (Form VT-025) and a VIN verification (Form VT-010) before proceeding. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Effective January 1, 2025, Vermont issues a title to the new owner when the vehicle is registered. Vehicles previously exempt from titling remain exempt — no action is required for those vehicles.
Form VT-005 (Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure Statement) is Vermont’s official combined bill of sale and odometer disclosure form. Both buyer and seller must sign it. Failure to accurately complete the odometer disclosure may result in fines and/or imprisonment under federal and Vermont law.
Vermont charges 6% purchase and use tax on the purchase price or the J.D. Power clean trade-in value — whichever is greater. Tax is paid at the DMV at the time of registration.
Yes, for vehicles model year 2011 and newer. An odometer disclosure is required on Form VT-005 or on the back of the title. Both buyer and seller must sign the disclosure. Failure to accurately complete the odometer statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment.
No for standard private party sales. A notarized Affidavit of Non-Titled Vehicle (Form VT-025) is required for untitled vehicles. For standard sales with a valid title, notarization is optional but recommended for high-value sales.
Yes, alongside Vermont’s official Form VT-005 (Bill of Sale and Odometer Disclosure Statement). This template covers all required bill of sale information. For the odometer disclosure portion required for 2011 and newer vehicles, also complete the official Form VT-005 available at dmv.vermont.gov.
This template and all information on this page are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Contact the Vermont DMV at dmv.vermont.gov to confirm current requirements before completing your transaction.