A trailer bill of sale records the private sale of a trailer: who sold it, who bought it, the VIN, the price and that it is sold as-is. Many small trailers have no title, so the bill of sale may be the main proof of the sale.
Free Trailer Bill of Sale template
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Trailer Bill of Sale
Seller: ____, ____ Buyer: ____, ____
Trailer
| Year | Make | Model | VIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| ____ | ____ | ____ | ____ |
Type: ____ Weight rating: ____ lbs
Sale
On ____, Seller sold the trailer to Buyer for $____, receipt of which Seller acknowledges.
As-is
The trailer is sold as-is, where-is, without warranties of any kind, express or implied, except that Seller states they are the legal owner and it is free of liens and encumbrances unless listed here: __.
Title
Seller will sign over any certificate of title to Buyer. Buyer is responsible for registration, taxes and fees required by ____.
Seller: __ Date: __
Buyer: __ Date: __
This free template is general information, not legal advice, and may not suit your state or situation. Some documents must be signed before witnesses or a notary. For anything important, have a lawyer review it.
What else you need
- Title or not? States title trailers differently, and many skip titles for light trailers. Where there is a title, the signed title transfers ownership; where there is none, keep this bill of sale with the registration.
- No VIN? Homemade trailers may need an inspection and an assigned number before they can be registered. Ask your DMV.
- Plates usually stay with the seller.
For cars, see the state vehicle bill of sale pages, which link the title rules for each state.
Checked October 23, 2026. Laws and agency rules change; confirm with your state agency. This is general information, not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a bill of sale for a trailer?
For an untitled trailer it is often the only proof of the sale, so yes, get one. For titled trailers it backs up the signed title.
Does a trailer bill of sale need to be notarized?
Only in some states. Check your state DMV.
Questions from readers
Question about the Trailer Bill of Sale? Ask it here. We answer common questions in general terms on this page. This is not legal advice.
