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New Rochelle Car Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a car bill of sale in New Rochelle, New York (Form MV-912). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the NY DMV – New Rochelle Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$50.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.375%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — New Rochelle Car Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid car bill of sale in New Rochelle, New York per Form MV-912:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • Car year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Odometer reading at time of sale (federal disclosure required for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in New Rochelle: Not Required

New York does not require notarization for a car bill of sale. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — New Rochelle Title Office

Office

NY DMV – New Rochelle Office

Address

515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801

Phone

(718) 477-4820

Hours

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM

Additional requirements in Westchester County:

  • Complete form MV-912 (Transferee Certification) included on the title certificate
  • Buyer must pay sales tax at the DMV when titling the vehicle
  • Odometer disclosure required on the back of the title for vehicles under 10 years old
  • Both parties must sign the title; a separate bill of sale is strongly recommended

What to Bring to the NY DMV

  • 1Completed, signed car bill of sale
  • 2Car title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $50.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.375% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Car Bill of Sale Requirements in New Rochelle

What are the required fields on a car bill of sale in New Rochelle?
A valid car bill of sale in New Rochelle, New York must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller.
What is the title transfer fee for a car in New Rochelle?
The title transfer fee in Westchester County is $50.00. The car sales tax rate is 8.375%. New York State 4% + Westchester County 4% + MTA surcharge 0.375%
Is notarization required for a car bill of sale in New Rochelle?
No. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.
Where do I file a car title transfer in New Rochelle?
File the title transfer at the NY DMV – New Rochelle Office, 515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (718) 477-4820.

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