Lansing, Michigan

Lansing, Michigan Van Bill of Sale for Lien payoff — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a van bill of sale form for your lien payoff in Lansing, Michigan. Fill in the details online, then print the completed document for both parties to sign.

Print a ready-to-sign form

Print Instructions

Paper Size

US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)

Margins

0.5 in minimum all sides

Ink

Black ink, laser or inkjet

Before You Print

☐Verify the VIN matches the van title exactly
☐Confirm buyer and seller names match government-issued IDs
☐Have both parties present at the time of signing
☐Bring a valid photo ID accepted by Michigan
☐Print at least two copies — one for each party

Both parties should sign with a ballpoint pen in blue or black ink. Initial any corrections rather than using correction fluid.

Lien payoff — What You Need to Know

The vehicle has an outstanding loan or lien from a lender. The lien must be paid off and the lienholder must release their interest before or as part of the sale.

Seller guidance

Contact your lender for a 10-day payoff quote — a payoff amount that remains valid for 10 days. If the payoff exceeds the sale price, you must cover the difference out of pocket before the lender releases the title. Never accept buyer funds without a clear plan for releasing the lien, as you remain legally liable for the loan.

Buyer guidance

Do not hand over funds until you have a clear plan for lien release. The safest approach is to pay the lender directly for the payoff amount and pay the seller any remaining proceeds. For large transactions, use an escrow service. Once the lender receives payment, they must release the title within a reasonable time (often 10 business days under state law).

Legal note (Michigan-specific)

Michigan requires the lienholder to release the lien through the Secretary of State's ELT system or by providing a stamped title. Under MCL 257.236, the lienholder must release the lien within 7 days of payoff. The Secretary of State then issues a clear title to the vehicle owner.

Lien payoff checklist

Request a 10-day payoff letter from the lienholder with exact payoff amount
Confirm the lender's title release procedure (mailed title vs. electronic lien release)
Structure payment so lender receives payoff directly, not through seller
Document the lien release in the bill of sale (note: lien will be released as condition of sale)
Verify title arrives free and clear before completing final buyer paperwork
Lienholder releases lien within 7 days per MCL 257.236
Secretary of State issues clear title after electronic release
Retain payoff confirmation documentation from the lienholder

Van Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

4.1 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$5,000–$35,000

Odometer Disclosure

Required

Safety checkpoints for van buyers

Test all sliding door mechanisms and automatic closing features
Check rear entertainment system and climate controls if equipped
Verify Stow ’n Go or fold-flat seating operation
Inspect power liftgate struts and sensors
Confirm all child-seat LATCH anchors in second and third rows
Test rear A/C blower function on dual-zone systems
Verify backup camera and parking sensors operate correctly
Check all exterior lights including high-mount stop lamp

Common recall categories

ElectricalPower TrainAirbagsDoors/LatchesFuel System

On average, each van model has approximately 3 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.

Michigan Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

Title Transfer Fee

$15

Private Party Exempt

Flat 6% use tax statewide

Use tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Michigan DMV website

Local Requirements — Ingham County

DMV / Title Office

MI Secretary of State – Lansing South Office

Address

6020 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48911

Phone

(888) 767-6424

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

https://www.michigan.gov/sos

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Lansing

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Base Registration Fee

$20.00

Michigan statewide rate 6%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Michigan does not require notarization.

Lansing Transfer Checklist

Title transfer at SOS within 15 days
6% use tax at title transfer
Seller must sign title and provide odometer disclosure
Both parties should retain a bill of sale copy

County Information — Ingham County

County Clerk / Recorder

Ingham County Clerk

Phone

(517) 676-7201

Website

https://clerk.ingham.org

Lansing Lien payoff van printable — when to file

Michigan requires title transfer within 15 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For lien payoff transactions specifically, file at MI Secretary of State – Lansing South Office (6020 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48911) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. 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 Lansing bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $15.00 title transfer fee plus 6.00% sales tax on the purchase price.

Printable reminder. Whether you keep your printable as a printed two-copy paper record, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at MI Secretary of State – Lansing South Office; 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 lien payoff documents do I need for a van sale in Lansing, Michigan?

For a lien payoff van transaction in Lansing, you need: Request a 10-day payoff letter from the lienholder with exact payoff amount; Confirm the lender's title release procedure (mailed title vs. electronic lien release); Structure payment so lender receives payoff directly, not through seller; Document the lien release in the bill of sale (note: lien will be released as condition of sale); Verify title arrives free and clear before completing final buyer paperwork; Lienholder releases lien within 7 days per MCL 257.236; Secretary of State issues clear title after electronic release; Retain payoff confirmation documentation from the lienholder.

What is the sales tax on a van private sale in Lansing, Michigan?

The combined sales tax rate in Lansing is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6%

Do I need to notarize a van bill of sale in Michigan?

No, notarization is not required. Michigan does not require notarization.

What are common recalls for a van?

Common recall categories for vans include: Electrical, Power Train, Airbags, Doors/Latches, Fuel System. On average, each van model has approximately 3 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.