Free Kansas Vehicle Bill of Sale Form (KDOR Form TR-312 PDF)

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

Yes. While the assigned Certificate of Title formally transfers legal title, Kansas County Treasurers require Form TR-312 or a statutory Bill of Sale to establish legal proof of purchase price for sales tax assessment, for electronic title transfers (E-Titles), and for antique vehicle registrations.

Q: What is Kansas KDOR Form TR-312?

Form TR-312 is the official Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale approved by the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) Division of Vehicles. It legally records the buyer and seller details, complete vehicle identification, purchase price, and federal odometer mileage disclosure.

Q: How long do you have to register a car in Kansas after buying it?

Under K.S.A. § 8-135 and K.S.A. § 8-143, the buyer has exactly 60 calendar days from the date of sale to title and register the vehicle at their local County Treasurer's Office and pay sales tax. Operating an unregistered vehicle after 60 days results in statutory penalties.

Q: Do license plates stay with the vehicle in Kansas?

No. Under K.S.A. § 8-135, license plates belong to the seller, not the vehicle. The seller must remove the license plates immediately upon sale. The seller may transfer the plate to another vehicle or return it to the County Treasurer.

Q: What is the sales tax on used cars in Kansas?

Kansas imposes a statewide 6.5% motor vehicle sales and use tax under K.S.A. § 79-3603. Additionally, local county and city sales taxes apply based on the buyer's residential address. The buyer pays this combined tax directly to the County Treasurer during title transfer.

FORM SBF-KS-TR312 Statutory Year: 2026

K.S.A. §§ 8-135, 8-143 & Form TR-312

STATE OF KANSAS STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale & Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement

Compliant with Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) Form TR-312 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:

Kansas County *:

SECTION B: COMPLETE MOTOR VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Year *

Make *

Model *

Body Style

Color

Kansas Plate # (Plates retained by seller under K.S.A. § 8-135):

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN - 17 Characters) *:

SECTION C: IDENTIFICATION OF PARTIES (TRANSFEROR & TRANSFEREE)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

KS Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

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 Purchase Price *:

Date of Sale *:

Payment: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift

Federal & Kansas Truth-in-Mileage Odometer Statement (49 U.S.C. § 32705 & Form TR-312) Required on all motor vehicles under 20 model years old.

Odometer Reading:

Miles

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

STATUTORY KANSAS "AS-IS" DISCLAIMER (K.S.A. § 84-2-316): This motor vehicle is bargained, sold, and conveyed strictly in "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER LATENT OR PATENT. The Seller expressly disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Seller assumes no post-sale responsibility. Buyer acknowledges having had full opportunity to inspect, test-drive, and mechanic-survey the vehicle, or has knowingly waived this right. Basis for Kansas 6.5% State Sales Tax plus local county/city surtax under K.S.A. § 79-3603.

SECTION E: AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES & AFFIDAVIT

AFFIRMATION UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY (K.S.A. § 21-5903): I hereby affirm under penalties of perjury that the purchase price, odometer reading, and vehicle identification stated herein are true, accurate, and complete, that the Seller is lawful owner with clear legal title free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Buyer acknowledges receipt of title and odometer disclosure.

Seller (Transferor) Signature

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

SECTION F: STATE OF KANSAS NOTARY PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENT / JURAT

STATE OF KANSAS COUNTY OF:

On this _____ day of ________________, 2026, before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared the Seller and/or Buyer named above, known or proven through government-issued photo identification to be the person(s) whose name(s) are subscribed to this vehicle bill of sale, and acknowledged executing the same for the purposes stated.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here Kansas Form TR-312

FORM SBF-KS-TR312 (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com K.S.A. §§ 8-135, 8-143 • KDOR Form TR-312 PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Kansas KDOR & County Treasurer 3-Step Vehicle Title Transfer Guide

Follow Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) statutory regulations to complete private vehicle sales, protect the seller from liability, and ensure the buyer successfully titles and registers the car within 60 days.

Execute Title & Form TR-312

The seller signs off on the original Kansas Certificate of Title with purchase price, date, and certified odometer reading. Both parties complete and sign this 1-page statutory Bill of Sale (Form TR-312 compliant) for sales tax verification and records.

Mandatory Plate Removal

Under K.S.A. § 8-135, license plates belong to the seller, not the motor vehicle. The seller MUST remove and retain the license plates prior to turning over custody. The seller may transfer the plates to another vehicle or surrender them to the County Treasurer.

County Treasurer 60-Day Titling

Within 60 calendar days of purchase (K.S.A. § 8-135 / § 8-143), the buyer visits their local County Treasurer's Motor Vehicle Office with the title, this Bill of Sale, Title Application (Form TR-212a), and proof of Kansas insurance to pay sales tax and obtain new plates.

Statutory Summary

Kansas Vehicle Legal Transfer Requirements

Document / Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose
Kansas Certificate of Title	K.S.A. § 8-135	Mandatory	Primary legal document of ownership; seller signs assignment on reverse or provides E-Title verification.
Form TR-312 Bill of Sale	KDOR Division of Vehicles	Essential	Proves purchase price for sales tax assessment, electronic titles, antique cars, and "As-Is" warranty waiver.
60-Day Registration Window	K.S.A. §§ 8-135 & 8-143	60 Calendar Days	Buyer must file transfer application with County Treasurer within 60 days to avoid late registration penalties.
Kansas Sales & Use Tax	K.S.A. § 79-3603	6.5% State + Local	6.5% statewide sales tax plus county and municipal surtaxes paid directly to County Treasurer at titling.
Plate Retention Rule	K.S.A. § 8-135	Mandatory for Seller	License plates remain property of seller and must be removed prior to vehicle delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kansas Vehicle Bill of Sale Legal FAQs

Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Kansas?

What is Kansas KDOR Form TR-312?

How long do you have to register a car in Kansas after buying it?

Do license plates stay with the vehicle in Kansas?

What is the sales tax on used cars in Kansas?

Free Kansas Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

STATE OF KANSAS STATUTORY BILL OF SALE