This blank suv bill of sale template for Michigan 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 Michigan DMV within the required timeframe
Tip: Our online generator pre-fills Michigan-specific requirements so you don’t miss any required fields.
Out-of-state sale — What You Need to Know
The buyer and seller are in different states, or the vehicle is currently registered in a different state than where the buyer will register it. This can trigger additional inspections and title-reissuing requirements.
Seller guidance
You must title/register the transfer in the state whose rules govern the sale (typically the state where the transaction occurs). Provide the buyer with your state's standard bill of sale and a clean, signed title. Some states require you to obtain a VIN inspection before releasing a title to an out-of-state buyer.
Buyer guidance
You will need to re-title the vehicle in your home state after purchase. Bring the signed out-of-state title, the bill of sale, and any required inspection certificates to your local DMV. Many states require a state-certified VIN verification and an odometer disclosure statement to process an out-of-state title.
Legal note (Michigan-specific)
MI requires a physical inspection of out-of-state vehicles if the title shows a salvage, rebuilt, or non-repairable brand. The out-of-state title is surrendered at the Secretary of State. MI charges 6% use tax on the purchase price.
Out-of-state sale checklist
Confirm the original title is signed and notarized if required by the seller's state
Obtain a state VIN verification form if required in the buyer's state
Complete odometer disclosure on the title or a separate form (49 CFR Part 580)
Gather emissions or safety inspection certificates if required in the buyer's state
File for title transfer in the buyer's home state within the permitted timeframe
Verify title for damage brands — inspection required if branded
Surrender out-of-state title at MI Secretary of State
Pay 6% use tax at Secretary of State office
Transfer title within 15 days of establishing MI residency
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.
Michigan Tax & Fee Summary
State Sales Tax Rate
6%
Title Transfer Fee
$15
Private Party Exempt
No
Flat 6% use tax statewide
Use tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
Before signing your out-of-state sale bill of sale in Edenton, 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 out-of-state sale sale price.
Edenton Out-of-state sale suv template — when to file
Michigan requires title transfer within 15 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For out-of-state sale transactions specifically, file at Michigan DMV – Edenton (Visit https://www.michigan.gov/sos to find the nearest Edenton office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (verify hours with local office). Miss the 15-day window and Michigan 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 Edenton bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $15.00 title transfer fee plus 6% 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 Michigan DMV – Edenton; 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 out-of-state sale documents do I need for a suv sale in Edenton, Michigan?
For a out-of-state sale suv transaction in Edenton, you need: Confirm the original title is signed and notarized if required by the seller's state; Obtain a state VIN verification form if required in the buyer's state; Complete odometer disclosure on the title or a separate form (49 CFR Part 580); Gather emissions or safety inspection certificates if required in the buyer's state; File for title transfer in the buyer's home state within the permitted timeframe; Verify title for damage brands — inspection required if branded; Surrender out-of-state title at MI Secretary of State; Pay 6% use tax at Secretary of State office; Transfer title within 15 days of establishing MI residency.
What is the sales tax on a suv private sale in Edenton, Michigan?
The Michigan state sales tax rate is 6%. Flat 6% use tax statewide. Use tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
Do I need to notarize a suv bill of sale in Michigan?
Check with your local Michigan 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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