This blank suv bill of sale template for Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin DMV within the required timeframe
Tip: Our online generator pre-fills Wisconsin-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 (Wisconsin-specific)
WI requires a VIN verification for out-of-state vehicles not in the national database. The out-of-state title is surrendered at the DMV. WI charges 5% use tax on the purchase price if not paid.
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
Get VIN verification if required by WI DMV
Surrender out-of-state title at WI DMV
Pay 5% use tax if not paid in state of purchase
Transfer title within 7 days
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.
Wisconsin Tax & Fee Summary
State Sales Tax Rate
5%
Title Transfer Fee
$165
Private Party Exempt
No
5% state plus 0.5% county tax in most counties
Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
Notarization: NOT REQUIRED
Wisconsin does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Brookfield Transfer Checklist
Complete a title transfer at your local Wisconsin title office within the required timeframe
Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Before signing your out-of-state sale bill of sale in Brookfield, 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.
Brookfield Out-of-state sale suv template — when to file
Wisconsin requires title transfer within 10 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For out-of-state sale transactions specifically, file at WisDOT DMV – Brookfield (Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Brookfield, WI office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Miss the 10-day window and Wisconsin 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 Brookfield bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $165.00 title transfer fee plus 6.50% 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 WisDOT DMV – Brookfield; 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 Brookfield, Wisconsin?
For a out-of-state sale suv transaction in Brookfield, 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; Get VIN verification if required by WI DMV; Surrender out-of-state title at WI DMV; Pay 5% use tax if not paid in state of purchase; Transfer title within 7 days.
What is the sales tax on a suv private sale in Brookfield, Wisconsin?
The combined sales tax rate in Brookfield is 6.50%. Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
Do I need to notarize a suv bill of sale in Wisconsin?
No, notarization is not required. Wisconsin does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
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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