Trailer Bill of Sale Template

Trailer Bill of Sale

1. 1. 1. Seller and Buyer

   TRAILER BILL OF SALE. Date of Sale: [DATE OF SALE]. SELLER: [SELLER FULL NAME], address [SELLER ADDRESS], phone [SELLER PHONE], email [SELLER EMAIL], driver license number [SELLER LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE]. BUYER: [BUYER FULL NAME], address [BUYER ADDRESS], phone [BUYER PHONE], email [BUYER EMAIL], driver license number [BUYER LICENSE NUMBER AND STATE]. The Seller represents being the lawful owner of the trailer described below and having full authority to sell it. Both parties confirm being of legal age to complete this transaction.

2. 2. 2. Trailer Description

   The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer the following trailer (the "Trailer"): Year: [YEAR]. Make or manufacturer: [MAKE, or HOMEMADE / SHOP BUILT]. Model: [MODEL]. Type: [TYPE, e.g., open utility, enclosed cargo, car hauler, flatbed, dump, boat trailer, horse or livestock, gooseneck]. Color: [COLOR]. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or serial number: [TRAILER VIN — commonly stamped on the tongue, frame rail, or a plate near the coupler]. Title number and state: [TITLE NUMBER AND STATE, or NO TITLE]. Length: [LENGTH]. Width: [WIDTH]. Deck or box height: [HEIGHT]. Known defects or damage: [KNOWN DEFECTS, e.g., rusted floor, worn tires, non-functioning lights, bent frame, or NONE KNOWN].

3. 3. 3. Axles, Weight Ratings, and Towing Equipment

   Number of axles: [NUMBER OF AXLES]. Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR): [GVWR] pounds. Empty or curb weight: [EMPTY WEIGHT] pounds. Payload capacity: [PAYLOAD] pounds. Axle capacity, each: [AXLE RATING] pounds. Brakes: [BRAKE TYPE, e.g., none, electric, surge, hydraulic] and brake controller required: [YES / NO]. Coupler type and size: [COUPLER, e.g., 2-inch ball, 2 5/16-inch ball, pintle, gooseneck, fifth wheel]. Tire size and condition: [TIRE SIZE AND CONDITION]. Jack, spare tire, and safety chains included: [YES / NO — describe]. Lighting: [LIGHTING CONDITION AND CONNECTOR TYPE, e.g., 4-pin flat, 7-pin round]. The Buyer is responsible for confirming that the tow vehicle, hitch, and license class are adequate for the ratings stated above.

4. 4. 4. Purchase Price and Payment

   The total purchase price of the Trailer is [PURCHASE PRICE] ([PRICE IN WORDS] dollars). Payment is made by [PAYMENT METHOD, e.g., cash, cashier check, bank transfer]. Select one. (a) Paid in full: the Seller acknowledges receiving the full purchase price on [PAYMENT DATE]. (b) Deposit and balance: a deposit of [DEPOSIT AMOUNT] was received on [DEPOSIT DATE], with the balance of [BALANCE AMOUNT] due on [BALANCE DUE DATE]; the Trailer and title are released only on payment in full. (c) Trade: the consideration includes [TRADE DESCRIPTION] plus [CASH DIFFERENCE]. Any sales or use tax is the responsibility of [PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR TAX] and is generally collected when the Buyer registers the Trailer.

5. 5. 5. Title, Liens, and Untitled Trailers

   The Seller warrants having clear title to the Trailer, free of all liens and encumbrances, except: [DISCLOSED LIEN OR NONE], and will deliver a written lien release within [LIEN RELEASE PERIOD, e.g., ten days] if a lien exists. Where the Trailer is titled in [STATE], the Seller will sign the certificate of title over to the Buyer and complete any required state transfer form at the time of sale. Where the Trailer is not titled, either because it falls below the weight threshold for titling in [STATE] or because the title has been lost, the Seller confirms that here and provides the following available evidence of ownership instead: [MSO / PRIOR BILL OF SALE / REGISTRATION / WEIGHT SLIP / NONE]. For a homemade or shop-built trailer, the Seller will provide receipts for the major components and any state-assigned VIN documentation. The Buyer accepts responsibility for any state inspection, VIN assignment, or weight certification needed to register the Trailer.

6. 6. 6. As-Is Sale and No Warranty

   THE TRAILER IS SOLD "AS IS, WHERE IS," WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The Buyer has inspected the Trailer, or has had the opportunity to inspect it, including the frame, welds, floor, axles, bearings, brakes, tires, lights, and coupler, and accepts it in its present condition. The Seller makes no representation that the Trailer meets any state inspection standard, is roadworthy, or is suitable for the load the Buyer intends to carry, and makes no representation about the accuracy of any weight rating plate that may be missing or illegible. The Seller is not responsible for any failure, tire blowout, bearing failure, or defect discovered after the transfer date. This provision does not excuse intentional misrepresentation about known frame damage or accident history.

7. 7. 7. Transfer, Towing, and Release of Liability

   Ownership and all risk of loss pass to the Buyer on [TRANSFER DATE] at [TRANSFER TIME], when possession of the Trailer is delivered at [DELIVERY LOCATION]. The Buyer is responsible for towing or transporting the Trailer from that location and confirms having an adequate tow vehicle, hitch, safety chains, functioning lights, and any brake controller required for the axle configuration described in Section 3. The Buyer is responsible for insurance covering the Trailer and its contents from the transfer date. The Seller will remove the license plate unless state law requires it to remain with the Trailer, and will file any notice of transfer or release of liability required in [STATE] within [RELEASE FILING PERIOD, e.g., five days]. The Buyer is solely responsible for any citation, toll, or incident occurring after the transfer date and will indemnify the Seller against any such claim.

8. 8. 8. Governing Law, Entire Agreement, and Signatures

   This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of [GOVERNING STATE], with venue in the courts located in [COUNTY AND STATE]. It is the entire agreement between the parties about the Trailer and replaces any listing, advertisement, or verbal statement made before signing; any change must be in writing and signed by both parties. If any provision is unenforceable the remainder stays in effect. SELLER: [SELLER FULL NAME]. Signature: ______________________. Date: [DATE]. BUYER: [BUYER FULL NAME]. Signature: ______________________. Date: [DATE]. NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (complete if required in your state): State of [STATE], County of [COUNTY]. Subscribed and sworn before me on [DATE] by [NAMES]. Notary Signature: ______________________. My commission expires: [EXPIRATION DATE].

9. 9. Disclaimer

   This template is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Trailer titling and registration rules vary widely by state: some states title all trailers, others only those above a weight threshold, and homemade trailers usually require an inspection and a state-assigned VIN before they can be registered. Notarization is required in a few states. Towing requirements, including brake and license class rules, are also set by state law. Confirm the requirements with the motor vehicle agency in the state of registration before completing the sale. Use of this template does not create an attorney-client relationship with ScanContract.