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Flint, Michigan

Flint Truck Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a truck bill of sale in Flint, Michigan (Form TR-52). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the MI Secretary of State – Flint Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Flint Truck Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid truck bill of sale in Flint, Michigan per Form TR-52:

  • 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
  • Truck 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 Flint: Not Required

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

Where to File — Flint Title Office

Office

MI Secretary of State – Flint Office

Address

4130 S Dort Hwy, Flint, MI 48507

Phone

(888) 767-6424

Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Additional requirements in Genesee County:

  • 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

What to Bring to the MI DMV

  • 1Completed, signed truck bill of sale
  • 2Truck title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (6.00% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale Requirements in Flint

What are the required fields on a truck bill of sale in Flint?
A valid truck bill of sale in Flint, Michigan 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 truck in Flint?
The title transfer fee in Genesee County is $15.00. The truck sales tax rate is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6%
Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in Flint?
No. Michigan does not require notarization.
Where do I file a truck title transfer in Flint?
File the title transfer at the MI Secretary of State – Flint Office, 4130 S Dort Hwy, Flint, MI 48507. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.

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