Iowa Vehicle (DMV) Bill of Sale Form

• Vehicle information
  • Vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • Year/Make/Model
• Buyer’s information
  • Full name
  • Signature
  • Address
  • Daytime phone number
• Seller’s information
  • Full name
  • Signature
  • Address
  • Daytime phone number
• Sale information
  • Date of sale
  • Selling price ($)
  • Gift relationship, if applicable

Source: Iowa DMV Bill of Sale Form

To register the vehicle you recently purchased from a private party, visit a County Treasurer’s Office in your vicinity. Bring the requested items below:

• Application for Certificate of Title and/or Registration (Form 411007): Must be completed and signed by all owners.
• Bill of Sale: If applicable 
• Current Ownership Document: Usually the certificate of title.
• Identity Verification: For some transactions, the county treasurer may require a driver’s license, state-issued ID, or Social Security card.
• Lien Information: If there is a lien, it should be noted on the application.
• Odometer Disclosure: If mileage is not shown on the back of the title for a vehicle model year 2011 or newer.
• Damage Disclosure (Form 411108): Required for vehicles 8 years old or newer.
• Fees and Taxes: Title, registration, and applicable taxes must be paid to the county treasurer.

Out-of-State Purchase

• Valid out-of-state title in the owner’s name or properly assigned to the owner is accepted for used vehicles.

Source: Iowa DOT (Register a Vehicle), Iowa DOT (Title a Vehicle)