This blank suv bill of sale template for Alaska contains the following sections:
Seller Info
Name, address, phone, email
Buyer Info
Name, address, phone, email
Vehicle Details
Year, make, model, color, body
VIN & Odometer
17-digit VIN, current mileage
Sale Terms
Price, payment method, date
Disclosures
As-is status, known defects
Signatures
Buyer/seller lines with date
Notarization
Notary block if state requires
How to Fill Out This Template
1Print the blank template on US Letter paper
2Enter the suv details exactly as they appear on the title
3Record the odometer reading at the time of sale
4Agree on the sale price and fill in the payment terms
5Both parties sign and date in the presence of each other
6File the completed form with your local Alaska DMV within the required timeframe
Tip: Our online generator pre-fills Alaska-specific requirements so you don’t miss any required fields.
Trailer sold separately — What You Need to Know
A trailer is being transferred separate from the towing vehicle. Trailers often have different titling rules than motor vehicles, including different weight thresholds that trigger title requirements.
Seller guidance
Many states require trailers to be titled and registered separately from the towing vehicle once they exceed a weight threshold (commonly 1,000–3,000 lbs GVWR). If your trailer has a title, complete the title transfer. If it does not (because it is below the threshold), a bill of sale is the primary ownership document.
Buyer guidance
Confirm whether the trailer is titled in your state and whether the seller has the title. If moving the trailer across state lines, check the destination state's titling threshold — you may need to obtain a title even if the selling state did not require one. Verify the VIN or HIN plate on the trailer matches the title or documentation.
Legal note
Trailer titling requirements are set by state law. For example, California requires titling for trailers over 1,500 lbs unladen weight. Texas requires titling for trailers over 4,000 lbs GVWR. Some states (e.g., North Dakota) title all trailers regardless of weight. Boat trailers are often subject to a combined boat/trailer registration. Federal VIN requirements under 49 CFR Part 565 apply to trailers with a GVWR exceeding 10,000 lbs.
Trailer sold separately checklist
Determine if your state requires a title for the trailer's weight class
Confirm the trailer VIN or HIN matches the title or existing registration
Prepare a bill of sale specifically for the trailer (separate from any tow vehicle)
Check the destination state's titling threshold if moving across state lines
Complete odometer exemption note (trailers are exempt from odometer disclosure)
SUV Safety & Recall Information
Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases
Average Safety Rating
4.3 / 5
Avg. Price Range
$8,000–$45,000
Odometer Disclosure
Required
Safety checkpoints for suv buyers
Verify AWD/4WD system operation — transfer case and differential fluid should be serviced per schedule
Check for Takata airbag recall status (SUVs were heavily affected)
Inspect suspension components for wear — SUVs carry more weight than sedans
Test third-row seating mechanisms and latches if equipped
Verify roof-rack mounting points and crossbar attachment integrity
Confirm tire-pressure monitoring system warns correctly
Test rollover sensor function (lift-gate test where applicable)
Inspect side curtain airbag deployment paths are unobstructed
Common recall categories
AirbagsPower TrainElectricalFuel SystemBrakes
On average, each suv model has approximately 3.4 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.
Alaska Tax & Fee Summary
State Sales Tax Rate
0%
Title Transfer Fee
$15
Private Party Exempt
Yes
No state sales tax; some municipalities charge up to 7.5%
No state sales tax; check local borough/city taxes
Before signing your trailer sold separately bill of sale in Gresham, run a NHTSA recall check on the specific year and model. Recent-model suvs with the most open recalls:
Model + year
NHTSA recalls
Top categories
2020 Ford Explorer
31
Back Over Prevention, Power Train, Seat Belts
2021 Ford Explorer
24
Back Over Prevention, Power Train, Engine
2022 Ford Explorer
23
Back Over Prevention, Power Train, Fuel System
2020 Ford Escape
23
Electrical System, Power Train, Back Over Prevention
2022 Ford Bronco
20
Back Over Prevention, Power Train, Equipment
Run a NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls before purchase — open recalls are the seller’s responsibility to disclose under federal law, and unresolved campaigns are a routine negotiating point on the trailer sold separately sale price.
Gresham Trailer sold separately suv template — when to file
Alaska requires title transfer within 30 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For trailer sold separately transactions specifically, file at Alaska DMV – Gresham (Visit https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/ to find the nearest Gresham office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (verify hours with local office). Miss the 30-day window and Alaska typically charges a late-transfer penalty plus accrued use tax, and the seller can remain on the title for civil liability until the buyer completes retitling. Bring the signed title, the completed Gresham bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $15.00 title transfer fee plus No state sales tax sales tax on the purchase price.
Template reminder. Whether you keep your template as a blank template you fill in by hand, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at Alaska DMV – Gresham; the seller keeps a duplicate to prove the date of transfer if a future liability question arises before the title fully retitles.
Frequently asked questions
What trailer sold separately documents do I need for a suv sale in Gresham, Alaska?
For a trailer sold separately suv transaction in Gresham, you need: Determine if your state requires a title for the trailer's weight class; Confirm the trailer VIN or HIN matches the title or existing registration; Prepare a bill of sale specifically for the trailer (separate from any tow vehicle); Check the destination state's titling threshold if moving across state lines; Complete odometer exemption note (trailers are exempt from odometer disclosure).
What is the sales tax on a suv private sale in Gresham, Alaska?
The Alaska state sales tax rate is 0%. No state sales tax; some municipalities charge up to 7.5%. No state sales tax; check local borough/city taxes
Do I need to notarize a suv bill of sale in Alaska?
Check with your local Alaska DMV office for notarization requirements. Requirements can vary by county.
What are common recalls for a suv?
Common recall categories for suvs include: Airbags, Power Train, Electrical, Fuel System, Brakes. On average, each suv model has approximately 3.4 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.
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