Bill of Sale Types
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Motor Vehicle (SOS) Bill of Sale Form |
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Download: PDF, Word (.docx) |
How to Register a Vehicle
Remember to bring the following paperwork to a Secretary of State location near you, or complete the transfer online if the transaction qualifies.
- Bill of Sale
- Lien Termination: Required if there was a loan on the vehicle.
- Michigan No-Fault Insurance
- Original Title: Must be filled out and signed by the buyer and seller.
- Odometer Disclosure Statement: The odometer reading must be recorded on the title. If there is no space on the title, an Odometer Mileage Statement must be submitted.
- Title and Registration Fees
Notes
- The seller must complete and sign the seller’s portion of the title if they do not plan to visit the Secretary of State office with the buyer.
Source: Michigan Department of State (Title transfer and vehicle registration)
Boat (Vessel) Registration Forms
- A finalized bill of sale
- A filled-out Michigan Application for Watercraft Title
- Proof of ownership documents such as either a manufacturer’s certificate of origin, sales invoice, or a reassigned original title.
- An active driver’s license or ID card
- Paperwork showing evidence of payment made for Use Tax.
- Funds to pay for all required registration/titling fees
Register a Firearm
There is no requirement for individuals to register a firearm in Michigan.



