Free Alabama Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form (ALDOR 2026 PDF)

Q: Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Alabama?

Yes. Alabama County Probate Judge and License Commissioner offices require an itemized bill of sale to prove vehicle ownership transfer, calculate state and local casual sales tax under Ala. Code § 40-12-252, and verify the transaction purchase price alongside the signed Certificate of Title.

Q: Does an Alabama vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized?

While Alabama law does not mandate notarization for every standard private title transfer if the Certificate of Title is properly assigned, several Alabama County Probate offices require a notarized bill of sale or two disinterested witnesses. Furthermore, notarizing Section F establishes conclusive legal proof of execution date and seller identity.

Q: Can you register a car in Alabama without a title using a bill of sale?

Yes, but strictly for vehicles 35 calendar years or older. Under Alabama Code § 32-8-32, motor vehicles manufactured 35 or more calendar years prior to the current year are exempt from Alabama titling requirements. For these antique vehicles, a certified Bill of Sale (Form SBF-AL-VEH) along with the most recent registration serves as the primary legal document of ownership.

Q: How long do you have to register a newly purchased car in Alabama?

Under Alabama Code § 40-12-260, a buyer has exactly 20 calendar days from the date of vehicle purchase to register the vehicle, transfer the title, pay applicable casual sales tax, and obtain a license tag at their local County Probate or License Commissioner office.

Q: Where do you go in Alabama to transfer a vehicle title and register tags?

In Alabama, vehicle registration and titling are handled at the county level through the local County Probate Judge's office or the County License Commissioner's office in the county where the buyer resides, rather than a centralized state DMV office.

FORM SBF-AL-VEH Statutory Year: 2026

Ala. Code §§ 32-8-32, 32-8-44 & 40-12-252

STATE OF ALABAMA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale & Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement

Compliant with Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) & County Probate Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total sales price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the motor vehicle described below, to have and to hold forever.

Section A: Jurisdiction & Location of Sale

State:

Alabama County *:

Section B: Complete Motor Vehicle Description

Year *

Make *

Model *

Body Style

Color

AL Tag #

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN - 17 Characters) *:

Section C: Identification of Parties (Transferor & Transferee)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information) Physical Address Only

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AL Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information) Must Match Title Application

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

Driver License #

Section D: Financial Consideration, Payment Terms & Federal Odometer Disclosure

Total Price (USD) *:

Date of Sale *:

Paid by: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift

Federal & Alabama Odometer Disclosure Statement (49 U.S.C. § 32705 & Ala. Code § 32-8-44) Federal law requires truth in mileage. False statements incur civil liability, fines, or imprisonment.

Odometer Reading:

Miles

1. Actual Mileage: Reflects actual vehicle mileage to best of knowledge. 2. Exceeds Mechanical Limits: Mileage exceeds mechanical odometer limits (rollover). 3. Warning — Not Actual Mileage: Odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (discrepancy).

Statutory "AS-IS" Warranty Disclaimer & Waiver (Alabama Code § 7-2-316) No Implied Warranties

SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS: The Buyer agrees that this motor vehicle is sold in its present "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN. Pursuant to Alabama Code § 7-2-316, the Seller expressly disclaims all warranties of any kind, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Seller assumes no liability for post-sale mechanical repairs or defects. Buyer acknowledges having inspected or waived the right to inspect. Seller certifies lawful ownership free and clear of all liens.

Section E: Authorized Signatures & Certification Under Penalty of Perjury

I, the Seller, certify under penalty of perjury pursuant to Alabama Code § 13A-10-101 that I am the lawful owner of this vehicle with full legal authority to transfer same, free of encumbrances except as noted. I, the Buyer, acknowledge receipt and acceptance of this bill of sale and certificate of title.

Seller (Transferor) Signature Must match title

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature Must match title application

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

Section F: State of Alabama Notary Public Acknowledgment / Jurat

STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF:

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared the Seller and/or Buyer named above, known or proven through government photo ID to be the person(s) subscribed hereto, and acknowledged executing same for the purposes and consideration expressed.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here Recommended for Probate

FORM SBF-AL-VEH (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com Ala. Code §§ 32-8-32 & 40-12-252 • Keep for Probate & Tax Records PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Alabama 3-Step Private Vehicle Title Transfer & Registration Guide

Follow Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) and County Probate Court statutory procedures to complete your private vehicle transaction legally and avoid late penalties.

Execute Form SBF-AL-VEH Bill of Sale

Both the buyer and seller execute this 1-page statutory Bill of Sale containing the itemized sales price, certified odometer reading, and "As-Is" warranty waiver. Retain signed copies for personal tax records.

Verify Alabama 35-Year Title Rule

Under Ala. Code § 32-8-32, vehicles 35 calendar years or older are title-exempt and transfer via Bill of Sale. Vehicles 34 years or newer require the original Alabama Certificate of Title signed on the reverse by all owners.

Visit County Probate Within 20 Days

Within 20 calendar days of sale, the buyer visits their local County Probate Judge or License Commissioner office to submit documents, pay state & county casual sales tax (Ala. Code § 40-12-252), and obtain license plates.

Statutory Summary

Alabama Vehicle Sale Legal Requirements

Document / Requirement	Governing Statute	Status	Statutory Purpose
Form SBF-AL-VEH Bill of Sale	Ala. Code § 40-12-252	Mandatory	Proves purchase price for state/county casual sales tax and establishes transfer date.
Alabama Certificate of Title	Ala. Code § 32-8-32	Mandatory (<35 yrs)	Required for vehicles manufactured within 34 calendar years; title-exempt at 35+ years.
20-Day Registration Deadline	Ala. Code § 40-12-260	Strict Deadline	Buyer must register vehicle at local County Probate office within 20 days to avoid late fees.
Federal Odometer Disclosure	49 U.S.C. § 32705 / Ala. Code § 32-8-44	Mandatory (<20 yrs)	Statutory truth-in-mileage statement required on all vehicles under 20 model years old.
Alabama Casual Sales Tax	Ala. Code § 40-23-2	Mandatory (Buyer)	State casual sales tax (2.0%) plus applicable county/city tax assessed on bill of sale price.
Notary Public Acknowledgment	Ala. Code § 35-4-20	Recommended	Strongly recommended by County Probate Judges to prevent forgery and contested titles.