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How to Fill Out a New Brunswick Van Bill of Sale

Complete guide for filling out a van bill of sale in New Brunswick, New Jersey (Form OS/SS-32). Includes the exact MVC Agency – New Brunswick location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.

Title Transfer Fee

$60.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.13%

Notarization

Not Required

Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your New Brunswick Van Bill of Sale

  1. 1

    Enter seller and buyer information

    Write full legal names and current addresses exactly as they appear on government-issued IDs. Both buyer and seller must use their full legal names — no nicknames or abbreviations. Errors here cause delays at the MVC Agency – New Brunswick.

  2. 2

    Record Van details and VIN

    Enter the year, make, model, body style, color, and the 17-character VIN exactly as printed on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or door jamb sticker. The VIN must match the vehicle title exactly.

  3. 3

    Record sale price, date, and payment method

    Write the agreed sale price in both numeral form ($12,500.00) and written form (twelve thousand five hundred dollars). Enter the exact date of the sale — this date triggers the New Jersey title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.

  4. 4

    Both parties sign and date

    Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. New Jersey does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient. Print at least two originals — one for each party.

  5. 5

    Submit to the MVC Agency – New Brunswick

    Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc for the nearest New Brunswick, NJ office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $60.00 and sales tax at 8.13%.

New Brunswick Title & Registration Office

Office

MVC Agency – New Brunswick

Address

Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc for the nearest New Brunswick, NJ office

Phone

See state DMV website for local office phone numbers

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Special requirements in New Brunswick County:

  • Complete a title transfer at your local New Jersey 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

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Signing before the notary if notarization is required — the notary must witness the signature
  • VIN errors — even one wrong character causes the NJ DMV to reject the title transfer
  • Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
  • Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
  • Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original

FAQ — Van Bill of Sale in New Brunswick

Where do I file a van bill of sale in New Brunswick?
File at the MVC Agency – New Brunswick, located at Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc for the nearest New Brunswick, NJ office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in New Brunswick?
The title transfer fee in New Brunswick County is $60.00. Combined sales tax rate: 8.13%. New Jersey state rate 6.625% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
Does New Brunswick, New Jersey require notarization for a van bill of sale?
No. New Jersey does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
What form do I use for a van bill of sale in New Jersey?
New Jersey uses Form OS/SS-32 for van title transfers. You can download it from the MVC Agency – New Brunswick or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.

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