Vehicle Bill of Sale
A vehicle bill of sale for private (individual-to-individual) sales in Canadian common-law provinces. Identifies buyer, seller, and vehicle (VIN, make, model, year, odometer), states the price and payment terms, sells 'as is' or with a limited warranty, and includes odometer and lien declarations plus a witness block. Vehicle sales are governed by provincial sale-of-goods law and the province's motor vehicle registrar handles transfer and tax; Ontario requires a Used Vehicle Information Package (UVIP). Quebec is civil law and is covered by the French-language templates.
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What you'll be asked
01Province & Parties
Province or territory of the sale · Seller full name · Seller address · Buyer full name · Buyer address
02Vehicle
Vehicle type · Year · Make and model · VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) · Licence plate number · Colour · Odometer reading (km) · Odometer disclosure · Lien status
03Sale Terms
Sale price (CAD) · Payment · Deposit paid now (CAD) · Balance due date · Installment terms · Payment method · Sale condition · Limited warranty terms · Is this a gift or a sale?
04Execution
Date of sale · Include a witness line?
Frequently asked questions
Is this Vehicle Bill of Sale valid under Canadian law?
Yes. This document is drafted for Canadian law and adapts to your situation from your answers. It is still a template — for anything high-stakes, have it checked by a qualified professional.
Do I need a lawyer or an account?
No. Answer 25 guided questions, pay once, and download instantly. No account, no subscription.
How long does it take?
About 5 minutes. The questionnaire has 25 questions and the document is assembled as you go.
What formats do I get?
PDF and Word (.docx), downloadable immediately after payment.
Can I edit it afterwards?
Yes. The Word file is fully editable, and you can re-run the questionnaire to generate a new version.
Guides and articles from the blog
Selling a car privately in Ontario: the seller's checklist
A private seller in Ontario must buy and hand over a Used Vehicle Information Package, sign the vehicle portion of the permit, keep the plates, and get the bill of sale portion signed. Missing one of those is what keeps the car in your name.
Selling a car privately in Alberta: the standard bill of sale
Alberta requires a standard bill of sale to transfer a vehicle, and the government publishes the form for free. It is a registry document, not a contract — which is where most private sales get into trouble.
Selling a car privately in Ontario: bill of sale and the UVIP
Ontario requires the seller to buy a Used Vehicle Information Package and give it to the buyer. The bill of sale records the deal; the UVIP and the ownership permit transfer it.