Michigan Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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MICHIGAN COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

This comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack provides templates for transferring ownership of various types of property under Michigan law. Select the appropriate form based on the property being transferred.

IMPORTANT: Michigan vehicle and watercraft registration and titling is administered by the Michigan Secretary of State (SOS). Title transfers must be completed within 15 days of purchase. A $15 late fee is assessed if the title transfer is not completed within 15 days. Michigan does NOT require vehicle safety inspections or emissions testing for private-party vehicle sales.

STATE NOTICE: Michigan does NOT require notarization of bills of sale for any property type — vehicles, watercraft, or personal property. However, notarization is recommended for high-value transactions.

PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

BILL OF SALE FOR PERSONAL PROPERTY

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES TO THIS TRANSACTION

SELLER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: MI ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Michigan Driver's License or State ID: [________________________________]

BUYER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Michigan Driver's License or State ID: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Type of Property:

☐ Furniture ☐ Electronics ☐ Appliances ☐ Equipment ☐ Jewelry ☐ Art/Collectibles ☐ Musical Instruments ☐ Sporting Equipment ☐ Livestock ☐ Tools/Machinery ☐ Firearms (subject to MCL §§ 28.421-28.435) ☐ Snowmobile ☐ Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Detailed Description:

Item 1: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Estimated Age: [________________________________]

Item 2: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Estimated Age: [________________________________]

Item 3: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Estimated Age: [________________________________]

Item 4: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

Condition: ☐ New ☐ Like New ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor

Estimated Age: [________________________________]

Additional Items (attach list if needed):
[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

SECTION 3: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Total Purchase Price: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Money Order ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Electronic Payment (Venmo, Zelle, etc.) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Payment Schedule:

☐ Paid in full at time of sale

☐ Deposit of $[________________________________] paid on [__/__/____]; balance of $[________________________________] due on [__/__/____]

☐ Installment plan as follows: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Michigan imposes a 6% use tax (MCL § 205.93) on the purchase of tangible personal property for storage, use, or consumption in Michigan. Private-party casual sales of general personal property may be subject to use tax. The buyer is responsible for reporting and paying use tax to the Michigan Department of Treasury if sales tax was not collected at the time of sale. Consult the Michigan Department of Treasury for specific guidance.

SECTION 4: WARRANTY SELECTION

Select ONE of the following warranty options:

☐ OPTION A: "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

THIS PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." THE SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY (MCL § 440.2314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (MCL § 440.2315). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY MCL § 440.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE PROPERTY AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION. BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK OF DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, LATENT OR PATENT.

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ OPTION B: LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller warrants the following for a period of [________________________________]:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Remedy: ☐ Repair ☐ Replacement ☐ Refund ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ OPTION C: EXPRESS WARRANTY

Seller expressly warrants that the property:

☐ Is in good working condition as of the date of sale

☐ Is free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Conforms to the following description or specifications: [________________________________]

☐ Will perform as follows: [________________________________]

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

Michigan Practice Note: Under MCL § 440.2316, to effectively disclaim the implied warranty of merchantability, the disclaimer must specifically mention "merchantability" and, if in writing, must be conspicuous. To disclaim the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, the disclaimer must be in writing and conspicuous. An "as-is" or "with all faults" disclaimer is effective to exclude all implied warranties, provided the buyer has had a reasonable opportunity to inspect the goods. Michigan's Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901 et seq.) may provide additional protections beyond the UCC.

SECTION 5: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants that:

☐ Seller is the lawful owner of the property described herein.

☐ Seller has the full right, power, and authority to sell and transfer the property.

☐ The property is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, and security interests, except as disclosed below.

☐ The property has not been stolen, and Seller has no knowledge of any adverse claims to the property.

☐ All information provided regarding the property is true and accurate to the best of Seller's knowledge.

☐ Seller has disclosed all material defects known to Seller.

SECTION 6: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ NO LIENS: The property is free and clear of all liens, security interests, and encumbrances.

☐ LIENS EXIST: The following lien(s) or encumbrance(s) exist:

Lienholder 1: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Description: [________________________________]

Resolution Plan: [________________________________]

Lienholder 2: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Description: [________________________________]

Resolution Plan: [________________________________]

SECTION 7: DELIVERY AND RISK OF LOSS

Delivery Date: [__/__/____]

Delivery Location: [________________________________]

Risk of Loss: Risk of loss transfers to Buyer upon:

☐ Execution of this Bill of Sale

☐ Physical delivery of the property to Buyer

☐ Buyer's taking possession at the point of sale

☐ Other: [________________________________]

Delivery Method:

☐ Buyer picks up at Seller's location

☐ Seller delivers to Buyer's location

☐ Shipped via: [________________________________] at ☐ Seller's ☐ Buyer's expense

☐ Other: [________________________________]

SECTION 8: DISPUTE RESOLUTION

In the event of any dispute arising from this Bill of Sale, the parties agree to the following:

☐ Mediation first: The parties will attempt to resolve any dispute through mediation in [________________________________] County, Michigan before pursuing other remedies.

☐ Binding arbitration: Disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, conducted in [________________________________] County, Michigan.

☐ Litigation: Disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the State of Michigan, [________________________________] County.

Note: Michigan's Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901 et seq.) provides remedies for unfair, unconscionable, or deceptive methods, acts, or practices in trade or commerce. Nothing in this section waives any rights under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act.

SECTION 9: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 10: WITNESS ATTESTATION (Optional but Recommended)

WITNESS 1:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

WITNESS 2:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

SECTION 11: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional — Not Required in Michigan)

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

[________________________________] (Seller)
[________________________________] (Buyer)

known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument, the person(s) acted and executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

PART TWO: MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements the official Michigan title assignment. For vehicle sales, Michigan primarily uses title assignment rather than a separate bill of sale. However, this document provides comprehensive documentation of the transaction terms. If the vehicle title is unavailable, Form TR-52 (Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price) may be used in conjunction with this Bill of Sale.

CRITICAL NOTICE:

THE BUYER MUST SUBMIT THE PROPERLY ASSIGNED TITLE TO THE MICHIGAN SECRETARY OF STATE WITHIN 15 DAYS OF THE DATE OF SALE. A $15 LATE FEE WILL BE ASSESSED IF THE TITLE IS NOT TRANSFERRED WITHIN 15 DAYS (MCL § 257.233).

MICHIGAN DOES NOT REQUIRE VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTIONS OR EMISSIONS TESTING FOR PRIVATE-PARTY VEHICLE SALES.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: MI ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Michigan Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

Relationship to Seller: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Michigan Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

Relationship to Buyer: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: VEHICLE INFORMATION

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Model: [________________________________]

Trim Level: [________________________________]

Body Style: ☐ Sedan ☐ Coupe ☐ Hatchback ☐ SUV ☐ Crossover ☐ Truck ☐ Van/Minivan ☐ Convertible ☐ Wagon ☐ Motorcycle ☐ Moped ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Exterior Color: [________________________________] Interior Color: [________________________________]

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Michigan Title Number: [________________________________]

Engine Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Engine Size/Displacement: [________________________________]

Number of Cylinders: [____]

Transmission: ☐ Automatic ☐ Manual ☐ CVT ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Drive Type: ☐ Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) ☐ Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) ☐ All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ☐ Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ Plug-In Hybrid ☐ Hybrid ☐ Flex Fuel (E85) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): [________________________________] lbs

SECTION 3: ODOMETER DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

Federal and Michigan Odometer Disclosure

Required under 49 U.S.C. § 32703 and MCL § 257.233a

The odometer reading at the time of transfer is: [________________________________] miles.

Select ONE:

☐ The odometer reading reflects the ACTUAL mileage of the vehicle.

☐ The odometer reading reflects the amount of mileage in EXCESS of the odometer's mechanical limits (i.e., the odometer has rolled over).

☐ The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY.

Seller Certification: I, the undersigned Seller, certify that to the best of my knowledge the above odometer statement is true and correct. I am aware that federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32703) and Michigan law prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated thereon. Violation is a felony under Michigan law and punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.

Seller's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY DISCLOSURE

Title Status:

☐ Clean Title ☐ Salvage Title ☐ Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title ☐ Flood Title ☐ Lemon Law Buyback ☐ Scrap Title ☐ Parts-Only Title ☐ Bonded Title ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Title Brand History (check all that apply):

☐ No brands on title

☐ Salvage ☐ Rebuilt ☐ Flood ☐ Fire ☐ Hail ☐ Lemon ☐ Odometer Rollback ☐ Not Actual Mileage ☐ Exceeds Mechanical Limits ☐ Police Use ☐ Taxi/Livery ☐ Manufacturer Buyback ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Damage and Repair History:

☐ No known damage history

☐ Prior accident damage (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Frame or structural damage: [________________________________]

☐ Airbag deployment history: [________________________________]

☐ Prior body/paint work: [________________________________]

☐ Water/flood damage: [________________________________]

☐ Fire damage: [________________________________]

Mechanical Condition:

☐ No known mechanical defects

☐ Known mechanical issues (describe in detail):
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Warning Lights Currently Illuminated:

☐ None ☐ Check Engine ☐ ABS ☐ Airbag/SRS ☐ Oil Pressure ☐ Battery/Charging ☐ Brake ☐ TPMS ☐ Transmission ☐ Stability Control ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Vehicle Use History:

Has this vehicle ever been used as:

☐ Rental vehicle ☐ Taxi/Livery/Rideshare ☐ Police/Government ☐ Commercial vehicle ☐ Fleet vehicle ☐ Driving school vehicle ☐ None of the above

Recall Status:

☐ No open recalls known

☐ Open recalls exist (describe): [________________________________]

Michigan Practice Note: Buyers should verify vehicle history through the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) and obtain a vehicle history report. Michigan requires sellers to disclose known material defects. Under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901 et seq.), failure to disclose known defects or misrepresentation of vehicle condition may constitute an unfair trade practice. Michigan law (MCL § 257.233) requires that salvage and rebuilt titles be properly branded.

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Sale Price: $[________________________________]

Trade-In Allowance (if applicable): $[________________________________]

Trade-In Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

Trade-In VIN: [________________________________]

Net Amount Due: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Check ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Bank Draft ☐ Financing (see below) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

If Financing:

Lender Name: [________________________________]

Lender Address: [________________________________]

Loan Amount: $[________________________________]

Down Payment: $[________________________________]

Michigan Tax Information:

Michigan imposes a 6% use tax on motor vehicle purchases in private-party transactions (MCL § 205.93). The tax is calculated on the purchase price stated on the title assignment or bill of sale. The Michigan Secretary of State collects the use tax at the time of title transfer.

Estimated Use Tax (6%): $[________________________________]

Title Fee: $15.00

Plate Transfer Fee: $[________________________________]

New Plate Fee (if applicable): $[________________________________]

Registration Fee: $[________________________________] (varies; based on vehicle value for newer models)

Estimated Total Cost to Buyer (purchase price + tax + fees): $[________________________________]

Tax Note: Gift transfers between immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, stepparent, stepchild, and legal ward) are exempt from the 6% use tax in Michigan. The parties must complete a Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price (Form TR-52) and indicate the transfer is a gift to an eligible family member. An affidavit or other documentation of the family relationship may be required.

SECTION 6: WARRANTY STATUS

Select ONE:

☐ "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY (Private Party Sale)

THIS VEHICLE IS SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." THE SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE PURSUANT TO MCL § 440.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE OR HAVE IT INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC OF BUYER'S CHOICE PRIOR TO PURCHASE. BUYER ACCEPTS THE VEHICLE IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION AND ASSUMES ALL RISK OF DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, LATENT OR PATENT.

MICHIGAN LEMON LAW NOTICE (MCL §§ 257.1401–257.1410):

Michigan's New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (commonly known as the Michigan Lemon Law) applies ONLY to NEW motor vehicles purchased or leased in Michigan for personal, family, or household use. Key provisions include:

Coverage Period: The manufacturer's express warranty period or one year from delivery, whichever comes first.
Qualifying Defect: A defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle and is not caused by abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modification.
Repair Attempts Required: The manufacturer or dealer must be given a reasonable number of attempts to repair the nonconformity (generally, four or more repair attempts for the same defect, or the vehicle is out of service for 30 or more business days).
Remedies: If the defect cannot be repaired, the consumer may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund (less a reasonable use allowance based on mileage).
Important: The Michigan Lemon Law does NOT apply to used vehicles, private-party sales, or vehicles purchased primarily for business purposes.

USED VEHICLE NOTE: Michigan does NOT have a separate used vehicle warranty law for private-party sales. Used vehicles sold in private transactions are typically sold "as-is" unless the parties agree otherwise. Dealer sales of used vehicles may be covered by the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901 et seq.) and federal FTC Used Car Rule requirements.

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Covered Components:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Exclusions:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Remedy: ☐ Repair ☐ Replacement ☐ Refund of Purchase Price

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY STILL IN EFFECT

Remaining manufacturer's warranty is transferable to Buyer:

Warranty Expiration: [__/__/____] or [________________________________] miles, whichever occurs first

Warranty Coverage: [________________________________]

Warranty Provider Contact: [________________________________]

Transfer Requirements: [________________________________]

☐ EXTENDED WARRANTY / SERVICE CONTRACT

An extended warranty or service contract is being provided:

Provider: [________________________________]

Policy/Contract Number: [________________________________]

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Coverage Details: [________________________________]

Deductible per Claim: $[________________________________]

SECTION 7: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ FREE AND CLEAR: Seller certifies that the vehicle is free and clear of all liens, security interests, and encumbrances. Seller holds clear title.

☐ EXISTING LIEN: The following lien(s) exist on this vehicle:

Lienholder Information:

Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Account Number: [________________________________]

Payoff Amount: $[________________________________] (as of [__/__/____])

Daily Per Diem: $[________________________________]

Good Through Date: [__/__/____]

Lien Satisfaction:

☐ Seller will obtain lien release and clear title prior to delivery

☐ Seller will pay off lien from sale proceeds at closing; clear title to follow within [____] business days

☐ Buyer is assuming the existing lien as part of this transaction (lienholder approval required)

☐ Title is held by lienholder; lienholder will release title directly to Buyer upon payoff

☐ Escrow arrangement: Funds held by [________________________________] until lien release and clear title are obtained

Michigan Note: When a lien exists on a Michigan title, the lienholder's name appears on the face of the title. The lienholder must sign the title to release the lien, or provide a separate lien release document. The Michigan Secretary of State will not transfer a title with an unresolved lien. Buyers should verify that any existing liens have been satisfied before completing the purchase.

SECTION 8: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS AND COVENANTS

Seller represents and warrants:

☐ Seller is the registered owner of the vehicle as shown on the Michigan Certificate of Title and has full authority to sell and transfer title.

☐ The Certificate of Title is genuine and has not been altered, tampered with, or forged.

☐ All statements made herein regarding the vehicle's condition, history, and mileage are true and accurate to the best of Seller's knowledge.

☐ Seller will properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer as required by MCL § 257.235, including accurate odometer reading, sale date, and purchase price.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known material defects affecting the use, value, or safety of the vehicle.

☐ Seller has disclosed all liens and encumbrances on the vehicle.

☐ Seller will provide Buyer with all keys, remotes, manuals, and accessories in Seller's possession.

☐ The vehicle has not been the subject of an insurance total-loss claim, except as disclosed in Section 4.

☐ The vehicle is not currently subject to any open theft report or law enforcement hold.

☐ Seller will maintain a record of this sale for not less than 18 months as required by MCL § 257.240, including a photocopy of the assigned title or a document containing the Buyer's name, address, driver's license number, signature, the purchase price, and the date of sale.

SECTION 9: MICHIGAN SECRETARY OF STATE REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Michigan law (MCL §§ 257.233-257.240), Seller must:

☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer by completing the assignment section on the back of the title, including:
- Printed name of Buyer
- Date of sale
- Purchase price
- Odometer reading
- Seller's signature
- Seller's printed name and address
☐ Deliver the properly assigned title to Buyer at the time of sale
☐ Transfer or remove license plates (Michigan plates may be transferred to another vehicle owned by the Seller or surrendered to the SOS)
☐ Cancel insurance coverage on the vehicle (after plates are removed or transferred)
☐ Maintain a record of the sale for at least 18 months (MCL § 257.240), including either a photocopy of the assigned title OR a document with Buyer's name, address, driver's license number, signature, purchase price, and date of sale
☐ Provide Buyer with a Bill of Sale or documentation of the transaction

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Michigan law (MCL § 257.233), Buyer must:

☐ Submit the properly assigned title to the Michigan Secretary of State within 15 days of the date of sale (a $15 late fee will be assessed if not completed within 15 days)
☐ Pay the 6% use tax on the purchase price at the time of title transfer
☐ Pay the $15 title fee
☐ Obtain Michigan license plates or transfer existing plates
☐ Obtain Michigan auto insurance before operating the vehicle on public roads
☐ Complete the Vehicle Certification of Purchase Price (Form TR-52) if the title does not include the purchase price or if additional documentation is needed

IMPORTANT — 3-DAY TEMPORARY DRIVING PRIVILEGE:

Michigan law allows a buyer to drive a newly purchased vehicle without a plate for up to 3 days from the date of sale, provided the buyer is driving the vehicle directly to the first place of storage (usually the buyer's home). During this 3-day period, the buyer MUST carry the properly assigned title and proof of insurance in the vehicle.

NO INSPECTION REQUIRED:

Unlike many other states, Michigan does NOT require a vehicle safety inspection or emissions test for private-party vehicle sales. The only exception is salvage vehicles, which must pass a Michigan State Police salvage vehicle inspection before a rebuilt title can be issued.

Required Documents for Title Transfer at the Secretary of State:

☐ Properly assigned Certificate of Title from Seller

☐ Valid Photo Identification (Michigan driver's license or State ID)

☐ Proof of Michigan Auto Insurance

☐ Payment for title fee ($15), registration fee, and 6% use tax

☐ Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price (Form TR-52) if applicable

☐ Bill of Sale (this document or equivalent) — recommended but not always required

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)

SECTION 10: MICHIGAN — NO INSPECTION REQUIRED

MICHIGAN DOES NOT REQUIRE VEHICLE INSPECTIONS:

Michigan is one of the states that does NOT mandate vehicle safety inspections or emissions testing for registered vehicles. There is no annual inspection, no emissions test, and no inspection requirement at the time of sale or registration for standard vehicles.

Salvage Vehicle Exception:

The ONLY inspection requirement in Michigan applies to salvage vehicles being rebuilt. Before a rebuilt title can be issued for a previously salvaged vehicle, the vehicle must pass a Michigan State Police salvage vehicle inspection. This inspection verifies:

☐ VIN integrity and proper placement
☐ Parts are not stolen
☐ Vehicle is roadworthy
☐ All required safety equipment is present and functional

Buyer's Responsibility:

Although Michigan does not require inspections, buyers are strongly encouraged to:

☐ Have the vehicle independently inspected by a qualified mechanic before purchase

☐ Obtain a vehicle history report (Carfax, AutoCheck, or NMVTIS)

☐ Verify the VIN matches the title and the vehicle

☐ Test drive the vehicle before completing the transaction

☐ Check for open recalls at NHTSA.gov

WARNING: The absence of a mandatory inspection requirement means that Buyers bear full responsibility for verifying the mechanical condition and safety of the vehicle. Seller's "as-is" disclaimer, if selected, places all risk of mechanical defects on the Buyer. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended.

SECTION 11: DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE

Date of Delivery: [__/__/____]

Time of Delivery: [____:____] ☐ AM ☐ PM

Location of Delivery: [________________________________]

Items Delivered with Vehicle:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned)

☐ Bill of Sale (this document)

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records / Maintenance History

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ License Plate(s) (if transferring; otherwise plates stay with Seller)

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)

☐ Form TR-52 (Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price) if applicable

☐ Other: [________________________________]

Buyer's Acceptance:

Buyer acknowledges receipt of the vehicle and all items checked above, and accepts the vehicle in its present condition subject to the warranty terms (if any) set forth in this Bill of Sale. Buyer understands that it is Buyer's sole responsibility to title, register, insure, and (if applicable) inspect the vehicle in compliance with Michigan law within 15 days of the date of sale.

SECTION 12: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 13: WITNESS ATTESTATION (Optional but Recommended)

WITNESS 1:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

WITNESS 2:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

SECTION 14: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional — Not Required in Michigan)

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

[________________________________] (Seller)
[________________________________] (Buyer)

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT, VESSEL, AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with the Michigan Secretary of State for vessel titling and registration transfers. Michigan's official form for watercraft/trailer/snowmobile sales is Form TR-207 (Bill of Sale for Trailer, Watercraft, or Snowmobile). This comprehensive document supplements Form TR-207.

NOTICE: Michigan requires titling of all watercraft 20 feet or greater in length AND all watercraft with a permanently affixed motor, regardless of length. Title transfer must be completed within 15 days of purchase at a Michigan Secretary of State office. The official bill of sale form is Form TR-207.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: MI ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: WATERCRAFT/VESSEL INFORMATION

Vessel Type:

☐ Motorboat ☐ Sailboat ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski/WaveRunner) ☐ Center Console ☐ Bowrider ☐ Cabin Cruiser ☐ Bass Boat ☐ Fishing Boat ☐ Deck Boat ☐ Canoe/Kayak ☐ Inflatable ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

Beam (Width): [____] feet [____] inches

Hull Material: ☐ Fiberglass ☐ Aluminum ☐ Wood ☐ Inflatable/PVC ☐ Steel ☐ Composite ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Hull Type: ☐ V-Hull ☐ Flat Bottom ☐ Modified V ☐ Catamaran ☐ Pontoon ☐ Tri-Hull ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

Michigan Registration Number: MC [________________________________]

Michigan Title Number (if titled): [________________________________]

Year of Last Registration Decal: [____]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ None (Sail/Paddle)

Propulsion: ☐ Inboard ☐ Outboard ☐ Inboard/Outboard (I/O) ☐ Jet Drive ☐ Sail ☐ Paddle ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Capacity: [____] persons / [________________________________] lbs

SECTION 3: ENGINE/MOTOR INFORMATION

Primary Motor:

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Model: [________________________________]

Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric

Hours (if available): [________________________________]

Motor Type: ☐ Permanently Affixed ☐ Detachable/Portable

Secondary Motor (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Model: [________________________________]

Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Motor Type: ☐ Permanently Affixed ☐ Detachable/Portable

Trolling Motor (if applicable):

Make: [________________________________] Thrust: [________________________________] lbs

Motor Type: ☐ Permanently Affixed ☐ Detachable/Portable

Michigan Titling Note: ALL watercraft with a permanently affixed motor must be titled, regardless of length. Watercraft 20 feet or greater in length must also be titled, regardless of motor type. Detachable outboard motors on vessels under 20 feet may not require titling of the vessel, but registration is still required.

SECTION 4: TRAILER INFORMATION (If Included in Sale)

☐ Trailer IS included in this sale

☐ Trailer is NOT included in this sale

If included:

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Model: [________________________________]

VIN: [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Michigan Title Number: [________________________________]

Trailer Length: [____] feet

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): [________________________________] lbs

Trailer Value: $[________________________________]

Note: Trailers must be separately titled and registered in Michigan. Use Form TR-207 for the trailer bill of sale. The title fee for trailers is $15 (same as motor vehicles).

SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Watercraft/Vessel Price: $[________________________________]

Motor(s) Price (if sold separately): $[________________________________]

Trailer Price (if included): $[________________________________]

Accessories and Equipment Included: $[________________________________]

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Check ☐ Cashier's Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Michigan Tax Information:

Michigan imposes a 6% use tax on watercraft purchases in private-party transactions (MCL § 205.93). The tax is collected by the Michigan Secretary of State at the time of title and registration transfer.

Estimated Use Tax (6%): $[________________________________]

Title Fee (if required): $15.00

Registration Fee (3-year registration): $[________________________________]

SECTION 6: WARRANTY STATUS

Select ONE:

☐ "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

THIS WATERCRAFT, MOTOR(S), AND RELATED EQUIPMENT ARE SOLD "AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS." SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR SEAWORTHINESS, PURSUANT TO MCL § 440.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE WATERCRAFT AND HAVE IT SURVEYED BY A QUALIFIED MARINE SURVEYOR, AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION.

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Duration: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

☐ FULL WARRANTY

Seller warrants that the watercraft is:

☐ Free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Seaworthy and suitable for normal marine use on Michigan inland lakes and/or Great Lakes waters

☐ Conforms to the description provided herein

☐ All systems (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) are in working order

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

Buyer's Initials: [____] Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 7: LIEN AND ENCUMBRANCE DISCLOSURE

Check one:

☐ NO LIENS: The watercraft, motor(s), and trailer (if applicable) are free and clear of all liens, security interests, and encumbrances.

☐ LIENS EXIST: The following liens exist:

Lienholder: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

Account Number: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Payoff Arrangements: [________________________________]

SECTION 8: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants that:

☐ Seller is the legal owner of the watercraft and has full authority to sell and transfer title and/or registration.

☐ The Hull Identification Number (HIN) has not been altered, defaced, or removed.

☐ The watercraft has not been reported as stolen.

☐ All information provided regarding the watercraft is true and accurate.

☐ Seller will properly assign the Certificate of Title (if titled) or complete Form TR-207 for the transfer.

☐ The watercraft has not been declared a total loss by any insurance company, except as disclosed herein.

☐ The watercraft is not subject to any pending legal action or government seizure.

☐ Seller will cooperate with all Michigan Secretary of State registration and titling transfer requirements.

SECTION 9: MICHIGAN WATERCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT MICHIGAN REQUIREMENTS:

Per the Michigan Marine Safety Act (MCL § 324.80315 et seq.) and Secretary of State regulations:

Titling Requirements:

All watercraft 20 feet or greater in length must be titled with the Michigan Secretary of State.
All watercraft with a permanently affixed motor (regardless of length) must be titled.
Watercraft under 20 feet with only detachable motors are registered but do NOT require a title.
Title transfer must be completed within 15 days of purchase at a Secretary of State office. A $15 late fee applies if the deadline is missed.
Form TR-207 (Bill of Sale for Trailer, Watercraft, or Snowmobile) is the official Michigan Secretary of State form for watercraft sales.

Registration Requirements:

All motorized watercraft operated on Michigan waters must be registered with the Michigan Secretary of State.
Non-motorized watercraft (canoes, kayaks, rowboats, sailboats without motors) do NOT require registration in Michigan.
Michigan registration numbers (MC prefix) must be displayed on both sides of the bow in block letters at least 3 inches high, reading left to right.
The registration certificate must be carried aboard the vessel at all times during operation.
Michigan watercraft registrations are valid for 3 years and expire on March 31 of the final year.

Great Lakes Navigation:

Vessels operating on the Great Lakes may be subject to additional federal requirements, including U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
Vessels over a certain size operating on the Great Lakes must carry additional safety equipment as required by USCG regulations.

Boater Safety Education:

Michigan requires all persons born after December 31, 1978, to successfully complete a boater safety course before operating a motorboat, personal watercraft, or sailboat over 16 feet on Michigan waters.
Michigan issues a Boater Safety Certificate that must be carried while operating.

Documents Required for Title and Registration Transfer:

☐ Properly assigned Certificate of Title (if the vessel was previously titled) OR

☐ Completed Form TR-207 (Bill of Sale for Trailer, Watercraft, or Snowmobile)

☐ Application for Michigan Watercraft Title (Form WR-11L)

☐ Valid Photo Identification (Michigan driver's license or State ID)

☐ Payment for title fee ($15, if required), registration fee, and 6% use tax

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)

☐ Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO) for new vessels

SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Certificate of Title (if titled; properly assigned)

☐ Registration Certificate / Decal

☐ Owner's Manual(s)

☐ Service Records / Maintenance Log

☐ Anchor and Line

☐ Life Jackets/PFDs (Quantity: [____]; Type: ☐ I ☐ II ☐ III ☐ IV ☐ V)

☐ Throwable Device (Type IV PFD)

☐ Fire Extinguisher(s) (Quantity: [____])

☐ Visual Distress Signals / Flares (required for Great Lakes operation)

☐ Navigation Lights

☐ Horn/Whistle/Sound-Producing Device

☐ Dock Lines

☐ Fenders/Bumpers

☐ Boat Cover / Canvas

☐ Bimini Top

☐ Mooring Cover

☐ Winter Storage Cover

☐ Electronics — GPS/Chartplotter: [________________________________]

☐ Electronics — Fish Finder/Depth Sounder: [________________________________]

☐ Electronics — VHF Radio: [________________________________]

☐ Electronics — Stereo/Speakers: [________________________________]

☐ Swim Platform / Ladder

☐ Downriggers / Rod Holders

☐ Spare Propeller

☐ Tool Kit / Spare Parts

☐ Trailer (documented separately above)

☐ Other: [________________________________]

SECTION 11: SIGNATURES

SELLER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 12: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional — Recommended for Watercraft)

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, the undersigned Notary Public, on this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____], personally appeared:

SELLER: [________________________________]

☐ Personally known to me, OR

☐ Proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence (ID presented: [________________________________])

who acknowledged to me that he/she executed the within instrument.

BUYER: [________________________________]

☐ Personally known to me, OR

☐ Proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence (ID presented: [________________________________])

who acknowledged to me that he/she executed the within instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

PART FOUR: SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS AND DISCLOSURES

FORM A: COMPREHENSIVE LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

The undersigned lienholder hereby certifies and releases the following:

Property Description:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Trailer: [________________________________] VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Snowmobile/ORV: [________________________________] Serial: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

Lienholder Information:

Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

City: [________________________________] State: [____] ZIP: [____]

Contact Person: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Lien Information:

Original Lien Date: [__/__/____]

Original Lien Amount: $[________________________________]

Account/Reference Number: [________________________________]

Date Paid in Full: [__/__/____]

The undersigned lienholder hereby certifies that:

The above-described lien has been fully satisfied and paid in full.
The lienholder releases all right, title, and interest in the above-described property.
The lienholder authorizes the Michigan Secretary of State to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title.
The lienholder will take no further action to enforce the lien.

Authorized Representative:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Title: [________________________________]

Company: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment (Recommended):

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____].

Notary Public: ________________________________________

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM B: POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR VEHICLE/WATERCRAFT TRANSFER

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIMITED POWER OF ATTORNEY

I/We, [________________________________] ("Principal"), hereby appoint:

[________________________________] ("Agent/Attorney-in-Fact")

Address: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

as my/our true and lawful attorney-in-fact to act in my/our name, place, and stead for the following limited purpose:

Property Description:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model

VIN: [________________________________] Title No.: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Trailer: [________________________________] VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Snowmobile/ORV: [________________________________] Serial: [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

☐ To sign and execute any and all documents necessary to transfer title at the Michigan Secretary of State

☐ To obtain a duplicate title if the original is lost, stolen, or unavailable

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements on behalf of the Principal

☐ To apply for registration and license plates

☐ To pay any fees, taxes, or charges associated with the transfer

☐ To appear at the Michigan Secretary of State office on behalf of the Principal

☐ To complete Form TR-52 (Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price) on behalf of the Principal

☐ Other: [________________________________]

This Power of Attorney:

☐ Shall remain in effect until [__/__/____]

☐ Shall remain in effect until revoked in writing by the Principal

☐ Is limited to the specific transaction described herein and shall terminate upon completion of the transfer

Principal's Signature:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment (Recommended):

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Before me, a Notary Public, personally appeared [________________________________], known to me (or proved to me) to be the person whose name is subscribed above, and acknowledged that he/she executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

Notary Public: ________________________________________

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM C: GIFT AFFIDAVIT

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT — USE TAX EXEMPTION

Michigan exempts gift transfers between eligible family members from the 6% use tax

I, [________________________________], being first duly sworn, depose and state:

I am the owner of the following property:

☐ Motor Vehicle: [____] [________________________________] [________________________________]
Year Make Model
VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Trailer: [________________________________] VIN: [________________________________]

☐ Snowmobile/ORV: [________________________________] Serial: [________________________________]

I am gifting the above-described property to:

Name: [________________________________]

Relationship: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

NO CONSIDERATION: No money or other consideration of any kind has been or will be exchanged for this gift. The transfer is a bona fide gift.
FAIR MARKET VALUE: The fair market value of this property at the time of gift is: $[________________________________]
ELIGIBLE FAMILY RELATIONSHIP: The recipient is my (check one):

☐ Spouse ☐ Parent ☐ Child ☐ Sibling ☐ Grandparent ☐ Grandchild ☐ Stepparent ☐ Stepchild ☐ Legal Ward ☐ Other: [________________________________]

MICHIGAN USE TAX EXEMPTION: Under Michigan law, gift transfers of vehicles, watercraft, and trailers between certain family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, stepparent, stepchild, and legal ward) are exempt from the 6% use tax. The donor and recipient must present this affidavit and documentation of the family relationship at the Michigan Secretary of State office at the time of title transfer. Form TR-52 (Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price) must be completed and marked as a gift transfer.
I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Michigan that the foregoing is true and correct.

Donor's Signature:

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Recipient's Acknowledgment:

I, [________________________________], acknowledge receipt of the above-described property as a gift and certify that no consideration was exchanged.

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment (Recommended for Gift Transfers):

STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this [____] day of [________________________________], 20[____].

Notary Public: ________________________________________

County of Commission: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

Acting in the County of: [________________________________]

[NOTARY SEAL]

FORM D: SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ADDENDUM

ADDITIONAL SELLER DISCLOSURES

This Addendum is attached to and made part of the Bill of Sale dated [__/__/____] between:

Seller: [________________________________]

Buyer: [________________________________]

Property: [________________________________]

VEHICLE DISCLOSURE CHECKLIST

Seller makes the following disclosures (check all that apply):

Accident and Damage History:

☐ Vehicle has been in one or more accidents (describe each):
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has frame or structural damage (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has been repainted (partially or fully)

☐ Airbags have deployed and/or been replaced

☐ Vehicle has water/flood damage

☐ Vehicle has fire damage

☐ Vehicle has hail damage

☐ Vehicle has salt/corrosion damage from Michigan road salt (describe): [________________________________]

Mechanical and Electrical:

☐ Vehicle has known mechanical issues (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has electrical problems (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has transmission issues (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Check engine light or other warning lights are on (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has aftermarket modifications (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has had major engine work (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has known rust issues (describe location and severity): [________________________________]

Body and Appearance:

☐ Vehicle has body corrosion or rust-through (describe location): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has dents, scratches, or cosmetic damage (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has cracked or damaged glass (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has undercarriage rust or damage (describe): [________________________________]

Title and Ownership:

☐ Title has a brand (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle is being sold by someone other than the titled owner (explain): [________________________________]

☐ Title is held by lienholder (describe payoff arrangements): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has been used as collateral for a loan other than the purchase loan

☐ Vehicle was previously registered in another state: [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle was previously registered in a salt-belt state: [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT DISCLOSURE CHECKLIST

☐ Hull has been repaired (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vessel has been in a collision or grounding

☐ Engine has been rebuilt or replaced

☐ Electrical system has issues (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vessel has taken on water / sinking history

☐ Vessel has osmotic blistering

☐ Vessel has been declared a total loss by an insurance company

☐ Vessel has been stored outdoors without cover (describe duration): [________________________________]

☐ Vessel has freeze damage

☐ Michigan DNR violations on record

☐ Other: [________________________________]

GENERAL DISCLOSURES

☐ Property is subject to a recall (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Property has been used for commercial purposes

☐ Property has been used as collateral for a loan

☐ Property was previously owned by: [________________________________]

☐ Other material facts the Buyer should know: [________________________________]

Seller Certification:

I certify that all disclosures above are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that failure to disclose material defects or misrepresentation of condition may constitute a violation of the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901 et seq.).

Seller Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Buyer Acknowledgment:

I acknowledge receipt and review of the above disclosures. I have had the opportunity to ask questions and have the property inspected by a professional of my choosing. I understand that Michigan does not require vehicle safety inspections and that I am responsible for verifying the condition of the vehicle before purchase.

Buyer Signature: ________________________________________ Date: [__/__/____]

Printed Name: [________________________________]

IMPORTANT NOTICES AND JURISDICTION NOTES

MICHIGAN SECRETARY OF STATE (SOS) CONTACT INFORMATION

Main SOS Website: michigan.gov/sos

SOS Customer Service Phone: (888) 767-6424 (888-SOS-MICH)

SOS Branch Office Locations (selected major offices):

Detroit Downtown: Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, 2 Woodward Avenue, Suite 110, Detroit, MI 48226
Ann Arbor: 255 South Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Flint: 4300 South Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48507
Grand Rapids: 2735 44th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Kalamazoo: 4039 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Lansing: 7064 Crowner Drive, Lansing, MI 48918
Marquette: 1485 West Washington Street, Marquette, MI 49855
Saginaw: 5885 State Street, Saginaw, MI 48603
Sterling Heights: 33728 Dequindre Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Traverse City: 520 West Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684
Troy: 1160 East Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48083
Warren: 29500 Civic Center Boulevard, Warren, MI 48093

Online Services: Many SOS services are available online at michigan.gov/sos, including some title and registration transactions. Initial title transfers may be completed at a branch office or, in certain circumstances, through the SOS online services or Super!Centers.

Self-Service Stations: Michigan has deployed self-service kiosks at various locations for certain SOS transactions.

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (DNR) — WATERCRAFT

Marine Safety Program

Website: michigan.gov/dnr (search "Marine Safety")
Phone: (517) 284-6057

Boating Registration Information:

Watercraft registration is handled by the Michigan Secretary of State, NOT the DNR
The DNR oversees marine safety, boating education, and enforcement on Michigan waters

RELEVANT MICHIGAN FORMS

Motor Vehicle Forms:

Form TR-52: Certification of Vehicle Purchase Price (used when purchase price is not on the title, for gift transfers, and other circumstances)
Title Assignment: Completed on the back of the Michigan Certificate of Title

Watercraft/Trailer/Snowmobile Forms:

Form TR-207: Bill of Sale for Trailer, Watercraft, or Snowmobile (official SOS form)
Form WR-11L: Application for Michigan Watercraft Title
Title Assignment: Completed on the back of the watercraft Certificate of Title (if titled)

MICHIGAN INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

NO VEHICLE INSPECTION REQUIRED:

Michigan does NOT require:

Annual safety inspections
Emissions testing (statewide)
Point-of-sale inspections
Registration renewal inspections

Exception — Salvage Vehicles Only:

Salvage vehicles must undergo a Michigan State Police salvage vehicle inspection before a rebuilt title can be issued
The inspection verifies VIN integrity, parts origin, roadworthiness, and safety equipment
Contact the Michigan State Police for inspection scheduling and requirements

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action	Deadline	Penalty	Authority
Buyer transfers title at SOS	Within 15 days of sale	$15 late fee	MCL § 257.233
Buyer registers vehicle at SOS	Within 15 days of sale	$15 late fee	MCL § 257.233
Temporary driving privilege (no plate)	3 days from date of sale	N/A	MCL § 257.234
Seller maintains sale record	18 months minimum	N/A	MCL § 257.240
Watercraft title transfer at SOS	Within 15 days of purchase	$15 late fee	MCL § 324.80315
Watercraft registration renewal	Every 3 years (expires March 31)	N/A	MCL § 324.80315
Boater safety course completion	Before operating (for those born after 12/31/1978)	Violation	MCL § 324.80149

FEES SCHEDULE (Subject to Change — Verify with Michigan SOS)

Fee Type	Amount
Certificate of Title (Vehicle)	$15.00
Certificate of Title (Watercraft)	$15.00
Certificate of Title (Trailer)	$15.00
Duplicate Title	$15.00
Late Title Transfer Fee	$15.00
Plate Transfer Fee	Varies
New License Plate	Varies by plate type
Vehicle Registration	Varies (based on MSRP for newer vehicles, weight for older)
Watercraft Registration (3-year)	Varies by length
Use Tax	6% of purchase price
Salvage Vehicle Inspection	Varies

MICHIGAN CONSUMER PROTECTION RESOURCES

Michigan Department of Attorney General — Consumer Protection Division

Website: michigan.gov/ag
Consumer Hotline: (877) 765-8388
Complaint Form: Available online at michigan.gov/ag

Michigan Department of Treasury — Tax Information

Website: michigan.gov/treasury
Phone: (517) 636-4486
Use Tax Information: michigan.gov/taxes

Michigan Lemon Law Arbitration:

Michigan Lemon Law (MCL §§ 257.1401-257.1410) applies ONLY to new vehicles
Administered through the Michigan Department of Attorney General
Complaints must be filed within the warranty period or one year of delivery, whichever is earlier
Contact the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division for filing procedures

KEY STATUTORY REFERENCES

Statute	Subject
MCL Chapter 440, Art. 2	UCC — Sales (warranties, risk of loss, remedies)
MCL §§ 257.1401-257.1410	New Motor Vehicle Warranties (Lemon Law)
MCL § 257.233	Certificate of Title — Transfer Requirements
MCL § 257.235	Assignment of Title — Seller's Duties
MCL § 257.240	Transfer of Vehicle — Record Keeping
MCL § 257.233a	Odometer Disclosure Requirements
MCL § 324.80315 et seq.	Marine Safety Act — Watercraft Titling and Registration
MCL § 205.93	Use Tax Act
MCL § 445.901 et seq.	Michigan Consumer Protection Act
MCL §§ 28.421-28.435	Firearms — Transfer and Registration
49 U.S.C. § 32703	Federal Odometer Disclosure Requirements

MICHIGAN-SPECIFIC CONSIDERATIONS

Rust and Corrosion:
Michigan's use of road salt during winter months can cause significant rust and corrosion to vehicles. Buyers should carefully inspect the undercarriage, wheel wells, rocker panels, and frame of any vehicle being purchased in Michigan. Sellers should disclose known rust or corrosion issues.

Great Lakes Watercraft:
Vessels operated on the Great Lakes are subject to additional federal U.S. Coast Guard requirements, including:

Visual distress signals (required on all vessels on the Great Lakes)
Additional safety equipment based on vessel size
Navigation light requirements for nighttime operation
VHF radio (recommended but not always required)

Michigan No-Fault Auto Insurance:
Michigan's unique no-fault auto insurance system (MCL § 500.3101 et seq.) requires all registered vehicles to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), Property Protection Insurance (PPI), and Residual Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability insurance. Buyers must obtain Michigan no-fault insurance before operating the vehicle.

This Michigan Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Users should verify current requirements with the Michigan Secretary of State, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and consult with a licensed Michigan attorney for legal advice specific to their situation.

END OF MICHIGAN COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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Last updated: March 2026

Michigan Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack