When should I use the as-is sale page?
Use this page when your personal watercraft sale in Maryland fits a as-is sale scenario. It walks you through the specific disclosures and details that apply to this type of transaction.
As-is sale — Maryland
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What to know about as-is sale sales in Maryland
Include explicit "as-is" language in the bill of sale. Under UCC § 2-316(3)(a), writing "as-is" or "with all faults" in the contract effectively disclaims all implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability under UCC § 2-314. Still disclose known material defects — concealing known defects can constitute fraud even in an as-is sale.
What to include in your bill of sale
- Full legal names and addresses for both buyer and seller.
- Personal Watercraft make, model, year, VIN, and current mileage.
- Agreed sale price, payment method, and transaction date.
- Any as-is sale-specific disclosures required in Maryland.
Seller guidance
Include explicit "as-is" language in the bill of sale. Under UCC § 2-316(3)(a), writing "as-is" or "with all faults" in the contract effectively disclaims all implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability under UCC § 2-314. Still disclose known material defects — concealing known defects can constitute fraud even in an as-is sale.
Buyer guidance
An as-is sale gives you no recourse for undisclosed defects after closing. Order a pre-purchase inspection from a licensed mechanic before agreeing to price. Review any known issue list the seller provides and get it in writing.
Maryland-Specific Note
Maryland allows private party as-is sales. The Maryland Consumer Protection Act (MD Code Com. Law § 13-301) prohibits misrepresentation regardless of as-is status. Maryland requires a safety inspection certificate from a licensed inspection station before a vehicle can be titled in the new owner's name. The seller typically obtains and pays for the inspection.
Legal considerations
Maryland allows private party as-is sales. The Maryland Consumer Protection Act (MD Code Com. Law § 13-301) prohibits misrepresentation regardless of as-is status. Maryland requires a safety inspection certificate from a licensed inspection station before a vehicle can be titled in the new owner's name. The seller typically obtains and pays for the inspection.
Maryland Legal Requirements
As-is clauses are generally enforceable in private party vehicle sales under UCC § 2-316. However, most states carve out an exception for fraud: a seller who actively conceals or misrepresents a known defect cannot rely on the as-is language as a shield. Best practice is to provide a written disclosure of all known defects alongside the as-is bill of sale.
Checklist for this transaction
- 1Include "sold as-is, with all faults" language conspicuously in the bill of sale
- 2Attach a written list of known defects signed by the seller
- 3Complete a pre-purchase inspection before finalizing price
- 4Confirm odometer reading is accurate and document it
- 5Buyer signs acknowledgment of as-is condition
- 6Obtain a Maryland safety inspection certificate before completing the sale
- 7Include as-is language conspicuously in the bill of sale
- 8Disclose all known material defects in writing
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Why does the as-is sale scenario have its own page?
Different sale scenarios — such as private party, dealer, or gifted transfers — have different documentation requirements. This page focuses on what buyers and sellers need for a as-is sale transaction specifically.
What should be included in this bill of sale?
Include the buyer and seller details, vehicle identifiers, sale price, date, signatures, and any notes specific to the as-is sale transaction.
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