Nevada Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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NEVADA COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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

IMPORTANT: Nevada vehicle titling and registration is administered through the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The official Form VP 104 (Bill of Sale) is used for private-party vehicle transfers and must be submitted to the DMV along with a properly assigned title. Notarization is not legally required but is strongly recommended by the Nevada DMV.

TAX NOTE: Private party-to-party vehicle sales in Nevada are exempt from sales tax. Sales tax applies only to dealer sales at 6.85% (state rate) plus applicable county supplemental taxes. Verify current rates with the Nevada Department of Taxation.


PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF NEVADA
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: NV ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License / ID Number: [________________________________]

BUYER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License / ID Number: [________________________________]


SECTION 2: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Type of Property:

☐ Furniture ☐ Electronics ☐ Appliances ☐ Equipment ☐ Jewelry ☐ Art/Collectibles ☐ Musical Instruments ☐ Sporting Equipment ☐ Livestock ☐ Farm Equipment ☐ Firearms ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Detailed Description:

Item 1: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

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

Item 2: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

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

Item 3: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

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

Item 4: [________________________________]

Serial/Model Number: [________________________________]

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

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


SECTION 3: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Total Purchase Price: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds/Cashier's Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Money Order ☐ Wire Transfer ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Payment Schedule:

☐ Paid in full at time of sale

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

☐ Installment plan: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Nevada imposes a sales tax on retail sales of tangible personal property. The state rate is 6.85%, with additional county and local taxes bringing the combined rate to as high as 8.375% in Clark County. Private party-to-party casual sales of personal property may be subject to sales or use tax. Consult the Nevada Department of Taxation for 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 (NRS § 104.2314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (NRS § 104.2315). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY NRS § 104.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE PROPERTY AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION.

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

☐ OPTION B: LIMITED WARRANTY

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

Coverage: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

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

☐ OPTION C: EXPRESS WARRANTY

Seller expressly warrants that the property:

☐ Is in good working condition

☐ Is free from defects in materials and workmanship

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

Warranty Period: [________________________________]

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

Nevada Practice Note: Under NRS § 104.2316, to effectively disclaim the implied warranty of merchantability, the disclaimer must mention "merchantability" and, if in writing, must be conspicuous. To disclaim the implied warranty of fitness, the disclaimer must be in writing and conspicuous. An "as-is" or "with all faults" disclaimer is effective to exclude all implied warranties under Nevada law, provided the buyer has had an opportunity to inspect the goods.


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 no knowledge of any defects or conditions that would materially affect the value or safety of the property, except as disclosed herein.


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: [________________________________]

Amount Owed: $[________________________________]

Description: [________________________________]

Resolution: [________________________________]


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

☐ Other: [________________________________]

Nevada UCC Note: Under NRS § 104.2509, unless otherwise agreed, risk of loss in the absence of breach passes to the buyer on receipt of the goods if the seller is not a merchant. If the seller is a merchant, risk of loss passes upon tender of delivery.


SECTION 8: GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Bill of Sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Nevada, including the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted in NRS Chapter 104.

Dispute Resolution:

☐ Any disputes arising from this transaction shall be resolved in the courts of [________________________________] County, Nevada.

☐ Any disputes arising from this transaction shall be submitted to binding arbitration in [________________________________] County, Nevada, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

☐ The parties agree to attempt mediation before pursuing litigation.


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 but Recommended)

STATE OF NEVADA
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).

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]


PART TWO: MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

STATE OF NEVADA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements the official Nevada DMV Form VP 104 (Bill of Sale). Form VP 104 is required for all private-party vehicle transfers and must be submitted to the Nevada DMV along with a properly assigned title.

NOTICE: BUYER MUST APPLY FOR TITLE AND REGISTRATION WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF SALE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN FINES UP TO $1,000. THERE IS NO GRACE PERIOD — EVEN ONE DAY LATE TRIGGERS PENALTIES.

Document Date: [__/__/____]


SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

Multiple Owners Note: If more than two owners, complete and attach an additional Bill of Sale (VP 104) form. Indicate "AND" or "OR" between second and third owners to specify joint or alternative ownership.


SECTION 2: VEHICLE INFORMATION

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

Body Style: ☐ Sedan ☐ Coupe ☐ SUV ☐ Truck ☐ Van ☐ Motorcycle ☐ Trailer ☐ RV/Motorhome ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Color: [________________________________]

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Engine Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Transmission: ☐ Automatic ☐ Manual

Fuel Type: ☐ Gasoline ☐ Diesel ☐ Electric ☐ Hybrid ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Drive Type: ☐ 2WD ☐ 4WD ☐ AWD

Number of Cylinders: [____]


SECTION 3: ODOMETER DISCLOSURE

Federal and State Odometer Disclosure Statement

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 certifies that to the best of Seller's knowledge the above odometer statement is true and correct. Federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32703) and Nevada law (NRS § 482.399) prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated. Violation is a criminal offense under both federal and Nevada law.

Note: For vehicles with a model year of 2011 or newer, the seller must obtain a paper title to comply with federal odometer disclosure laws. A bill of sale alone is not acceptable for these vehicles.


SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY

Title Status:

☐ Clean Title ☐ Salvage Title ☐ Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title ☐ Flood Title ☐ Lemon Law Buyback ☐ Non-Repairable ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Title Brand Disclosure:

☐ No title brands apply to this vehicle.

☐ The following title brand(s) apply: [________________________________]

Lemon Law Buyback Disclosure:

☐ This vehicle is NOT a lemon law buyback.

☐ This vehicle IS a lemon law buyback. Per NRS § 597.682, a decal has been affixed to the vehicle indicating it is a "Lemon Law Buyback," and written notification is hereby provided to the buyer.

Damage History:

☐ No known damage history

☐ Prior damage (describe): [________________________________]

Vehicle History:

Has this vehicle ever been used as:

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

Recall Status:

☐ No open recalls to Seller's knowledge

☐ Open recall(s) exist (describe): [________________________________]

Accident/Damage Disclosure:

Has this vehicle sustained damage from any of the following:

☐ Collision ☐ Flood/Water ☐ Fire ☐ Hail ☐ Theft Recovery ☐ None of the above

If yes, describe: [________________________________]


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 Funds/Cashier's Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]

NEVADA SALES TAX — PRIVATE PARTY EXEMPTION:

Private party-to-party vehicle sales in Nevada are EXEMPT from sales tax. Sales tax is only collected on dealer sales. The state sales tax rate for dealer sales is 6.85%, plus applicable county supplemental taxes (varying by county). For example:

  • Clark County (Las Vegas): 8.375%
  • Washoe County (Reno): 8.265%
  • Other counties: varies (6.85% to 8.375%)

Governmental Services Tax (GST): Although private sales are exempt from sales tax, buyers must still pay the Governmental Services Tax (GST) when registering the vehicle. GST is based on the vehicle's original manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and depreciates annually.


SECTION 6: WARRANTY STATUS

Select ONE:

☐ "AS-IS" SALE — NO WARRANTY

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 NRS § 104.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING 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.

NEVADA LEMON LAW NOTICE (NRS §§ 597.600–597.688):

Nevada's Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (Lemon Law) applies to NEW motor vehicles purchased or leased in Nevada that develop nonconformities substantially impairing the use, market value, or safety of the vehicle. To qualify: (1) the defect must occur within 1 year of the warranty term; (2) there must have been a reasonable number of repair attempts (4 attempts or 30 cumulative days out of service); and (3) the buyer must have reported the nonconformity in writing to the manufacturer. This law does NOT apply to used vehicles sold in private-party transactions.

Lemon Law Buyback Resale Notice (NRS § 597.682): If a vehicle was previously bought back under the lemon law and is being resold, the seller (dealer) must affix a decal to the vehicle and provide written notice to the buyer.

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

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

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

Exclusions:
[________________________________]
[________________________________]

Maximum Liability: $[________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

Transferability confirmed: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Unknown — Buyer should verify with manufacturer

☐ EXTENDED WARRANTY/SERVICE CONTRACT

An extended warranty or service contract is being provided:

Provider: [________________________________]

Policy/Contract Number: [________________________________]

Coverage Period: [________________________________]

Coverage Details: [________________________________]


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: $[________________________________]

Lien Satisfaction:

☐ Seller will obtain lien release prior to delivery

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

☐ Buyer is assuming the existing lien as part of this transaction

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

Nevada Note: The Nevada DMV strongly recommends notarization when vehicles involve outstanding liens or when sellers and buyers cannot appear together at a DMV office.


SECTION 8: SELLER REPRESENTATIONS

Seller represents and warrants:

☐ Seller is the registered owner of the vehicle and has full authority to sell and transfer title.

☐ The 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 NRS § 482.399.

☐ Seller will disclose 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 herein.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known defects, damage history, and material facts about the vehicle.

☐ If this vehicle is a lemon law buyback, Seller has complied with the disclosure requirements of NRS § 597.682.


SECTION 9: NEVADA DMV REQUIREMENTS

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Nevada law, Seller must:

  1. ☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (complete the assignment section on the back of the title, including signature, date, odometer reading, and sales price)

  2. ☐ Signatures on all documents must be originals — photocopies are NOT acceptable

  3. ☐ Deliver the assigned title to Buyer at time of sale

  4. ☐ Provide Buyer with a completed Bill of Sale (Form VP 104 or this document)

  5. ☐ Remove license plates from the vehicle (Nevada plates remain with the seller, NOT the vehicle)

  6. ☐ Return license plates to the DMV or transfer them to another vehicle

  7. ☐ Notify insurance company of the sale

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Nevada law (NRS § 482.399 et seq.), Buyer must:

  1. ☐ Apply for title and registration at the Nevada DMV within 30 days of purchase

  2. ☐ Obtain an emissions test if the vehicle is registered in Clark County or Washoe County

  3. ☐ Obtain proper insurance coverage before operating the vehicle (minimum: $25,000/$50,000/$20,000 per NRS § 485.185)

  4. ☐ Pay all applicable fees and taxes, including the Governmental Services Tax (GST)

  5. ☐ Obtain a VIN inspection at a DMV office or authorized facility (required for all transfers)

IMPORTANT: Nevada does NOT require a vehicle safety inspection. Emissions testing is required ONLY in Clark County and Washoe County.

Required Documents for Title Transfer:

  • Properly assigned Certificate of Title (original signatures required)
  • Bill of Sale (Form VP 104 or equivalent)
  • Valid Photo Identification (Nevada Driver's License or ID)
  • Proof of Insurance (Nevada minimums)
  • Emissions Test Certificate (Clark County and Washoe County only)
  • VIN Inspection (completed at DMV or authorized facility)
  • Payment for title ($28.25), registration fees, and GST

SECTION 10: DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE

Date of Delivery: [__/__/____]

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

Location of Delivery: [________________________________]

Items Delivered with Vehicle:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned — original signatures)

☐ Bill of Sale (Form VP 104 and/or this document)

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Emissions Test Certificate (if applicable)

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ Vehicle History Report (if available)

☐ Smog/Emissions Compliance Certificate (Clark/Washoe County)

☐ 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.


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: [________________________________]

IMPORTANT: All signatures must be originals. Photocopies are NOT acceptable by the Nevada DMV.


SECTION 12: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional but Recommended by Nevada DMV)

STATE OF NEVADA
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).

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Public Signature: ________________________________________

Printed Name: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

Nevada Note: Notarization is NOT legally required for private-party vehicle bills of sale in Nevada. However, the Nevada DMV strongly recommends notarization when: (1) seller and buyer cannot appear together at a DMV office; (2) the vehicle involves outstanding liens; (3) the vehicle is high-value; or (4) the ownership situation is complex. Some lenders and out-of-state DMVs may require a notarized bill of sale.


PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF NEVADA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT, VESSEL, AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) vessel titling and registration. All motorized vessels must be titled and registered through NDOW pursuant to NRS Chapter 488.

NOTICE: ALL MOTORIZED VESSELS MUST BE TITLED AND REGISTERED WITH THE NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE (NDOW). AN AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) DECAL IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WATERCRAFT USING NEVADA WATERS (NRS § 503.597).

Document Date: [__/__/____]


SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]


SECTION 2: WATERCRAFT/VESSEL INFORMATION

Vessel Type:

☐ Motorboat ☐ Sailboat (with motor) ☐ Sailboat (no motor) ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) ☐ Bass Boat ☐ Cabin Cruiser ☐ Houseboat ☐ Canoe/Kayak ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

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

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

Nevada Registration Number: NV [________________________________]

Nevada Title Number: [________________________________]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

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

Propulsion: ☐ Inboard ☐ Outboard ☐ Inboard/Outboard (I/O) ☐ Jet Drive ☐ Sail ☐ Paddle


SECTION 3: OUTBOARD MOTOR INFORMATION (If Applicable)

Motor 1:

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Motor 2 (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Horsepower: [____] HP

Serial Number: [________________________________]


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: [________________________________]

VIN: [________________________________]

License Plate: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Trailer Value: $[________________________________]

Note: Boat trailers are titled and registered separately through the Nevada DMV (not NDOW).


SECTION 5: PURCHASE PRICE

Watercraft/Vessel Price: $[________________________________]

Outboard Motor(s) Price: $[________________________________]

Trailer Price (if included): $[________________________________]

Accessories Included: $[________________________________]

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds/Cashier's Check ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]


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 NRS § 104.2316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE WATERCRAFT, INCLUDING A SEA TRIAL, 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

☐ Conforms to the description provided herein

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 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.

☐ 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 to Buyer.

☐ Seller will cooperate with NDOW registration and title transfer requirements.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known defects, damage history, and material facts about the watercraft.

☐ The vessel has a current AIS Decal or Seller has informed Buyer of the AIS Decal requirement.


SECTION 9: NEVADA WATERCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT NEVADA REQUIREMENTS:

Per NRS Chapter 488 and NDOW regulations:

  1. All motorized vessels must be titled and registered with the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW). Registration numbers (NV prefix) must be displayed on both sides of the bow.

  2. Non-motorized vessels (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, etc.) do not require titling or registration but DO require an AIS Decal.

  3. AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) DECAL (NRS § 503.597): ALL watercraft using Nevada waters — including motorized boats, sailboats, canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and other non-motorized craft — MUST display a current Nevada AIS Decal. The decal must be purchased annually.

  • Motorized watercraft: $13
  • Non-motorized watercraft: $6
  • Purchase at any NDOW office, online at www.ndowlicensing.com, or by calling (866) 703-4605
  • Exception: California-registered watercraft are exempt on interstate waters of Lake Tahoe and Topaz Lake
  1. Vessel registration must be renewed annually.

  2. All operators of motorized vessels must comply with Nevada boating safety education requirements.

  3. Lake Tahoe: Additional inspection requirements apply. Watercraft may be subject to mandatory inspection and decontamination before launch. Contact the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) or tahoeboatinspections.com for current requirements.

Registration Fees:

  • Class A: Less than 16 feet — Contact NDOW for current fee
  • Class 1: 16 feet to less than 26 feet — Contact NDOW for current fee
  • Class 2: 26 feet to less than 40 feet — Contact NDOW for current fee
  • Class 3: 40 feet and over — Contact NDOW for current fee

Documents Required for Title Transfer:

☐ Properly assigned Certificate of Title

☐ Bill of Sale

☐ NDOW Vessel Registration/Titling Application

☐ Valid Photo Identification

☐ Payment for registration and titling fees

☐ AIS Decal (required for use on Nevada waters)

☐ Lien Release (if applicable)


SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned)

☐ Current Registration Certificate

☐ AIS Decal (current year)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Anchor and Line

☐ Life Jackets/PFDs (Quantity: [____])

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

☐ Navigation Lights

☐ Horn/Whistle

☐ Dock Lines

☐ Fenders/Bumpers

☐ Boat Cover

☐ Bimini Top

☐ Trolling Motor

☐ Fish Finder/Depth Sounder

☐ GPS/Chartplotter

☐ VHF Radio

☐ Electronics (describe): [________________________________]

☐ 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 NEVADA
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: [________________________________]

Commission Number: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]


PART FOUR: SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS AND DISCLOSURES


FORM A: COMPREHENSIVE LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

STATE OF NEVADA
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: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

Lienholder Information:

Name: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

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

Lien Information:

Original Lien Date: [__/__/____]

Original Lien Amount: $[________________________________]

Account/Reference Number: [________________________________]

The undersigned lienholder hereby certifies that:

  1. The above-described lien has been fully satisfied and paid in full.

  2. The lienholder releases all right, title, and interest in the above-described property.

  3. The lienholder authorizes the Nevada DMV or NDOW (as applicable) to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title.

Authorized Representative:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Title: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF [________________________________]
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

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

Notary Public: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]


FORM B: POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR VEHICLE/WATERCRAFT TRANSFER

STATE OF NEVADA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIMITED POWER OF ATTORNEY

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

[________________________________] ("Agent")

Address: [________________________________]

Nevada Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

☐ To sign and execute any and all documents necessary to transfer title, including Form VP 104

☐ To obtain duplicate title if original is lost or unavailable

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements

☐ To apply for registration and license plates

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

☐ To appear at the Nevada DMV or NDOW on my behalf

☐ Other: [________________________________]

This Power of Attorney:

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

☐ Shall remain in effect until revoked in writing

Principal's Signature:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF NEVADA
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: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]


FORM C: GIFT AFFIDAVIT

STATE OF NEVADA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT

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

  1. I am the owner of the following property:

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

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

  1. I am gifting the above-described property to:

Name: [________________________________]

Relationship: [________________________________]

Address: [________________________________]

  1. 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.

  2. FAIR MARKET VALUE: The fair market value of this property at the time of gift is: $[________________________________]

  3. TAX NOTE: Nevada does not impose sales tax on private-party vehicle transfers, including gifts. However, the Governmental Services Tax (GST) will still apply when the vehicle is registered. Contact the Nevada DMV or the Nevada Department of Taxation for current requirements regarding gift transfers.

  4. I certify under penalty of perjury 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.

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

Notary Acknowledgment:

STATE OF NEVADA
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

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

Notary Public: ________________________________________

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[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: [________________________________]


DISCLOSURE CHECKLIST

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

For Vehicles:

☐ Vehicle has been in an accident (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has frame/structural damage

☐ Vehicle has been repainted (partially or fully)

☐ Airbags have deployed and/or been replaced

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

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

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

☐ Vehicle has water/flood damage

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

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

☐ Vehicle has failed an emissions test (Clark/Washoe County)

☐ Title is held by lienholder

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

☐ Vehicle was a lemon law buyback (NRS § 597.682 disclosure required)

☐ Vehicle has a salvage or rebuilt title

☐ Vehicle has open manufacturer recalls (describe): [________________________________]

For Watercraft:

☐ 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

☐ NDOW or Coast Guard violations on record

☐ Vessel has hull blisters or osmotic damage

☐ AIS inspection required or decontamination performed (describe): [________________________________]

☐ 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: [________________________________]


Seller Certification:

I certify that all disclosures above are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

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

Buyer Acknowledgment:

I acknowledge receipt and review of the above disclosures.

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


IMPORTANT NOTICES AND JURISDICTION NOTES

NEVADA DMV CONTACT INFORMATION

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles

  • Website: dmv.nv.gov
  • General Information: (775) 684-4368 (Reno) / (702) 486-4368 (Las Vegas)

Las Vegas DMV Offices:

  • Sahara: 8250 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89147
  • Henderson: 1399 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89074
  • Decatur: 7170 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89131
  • Flamingo: 8250 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89147

Reno DMV Office:

  • 9155 Double Diamond Pkwy., Reno, NV 89521

Carson City DMV Office:

  • 555 Wright Way, Carson City, NV 89711

Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) — Boat Titling/Registration/AIS Decals

  • Website: www.ndow.org
  • Phone: (775) 688-1500
  • AIS Decal Purchase: www.ndowlicensing.com or (866) 703-4605
  • Reno Office: 6980 Sierra Center Pkwy., Suite 120, Reno, NV 89511
  • Las Vegas Office: 3373 Pepper Ln., Las Vegas, NV 89120
  • Elko Office: 60 Youth Center Rd., Elko, NV 89801
  • Fallon Office: 380 W. B St., Fallon, NV 89406

RELEVANT NEVADA FORMS

  • Form VP 104: Bill of Sale (required for all private-party vehicle transfers)
  • Form VP 012: Application for Vehicle Registration
  • NDOW Vessel Registration and Titling Application (for boat title/registration)

NEVADA EMISSIONS TESTING REQUIREMENTS

Safety Inspection:

Nevada does NOT require a vehicle safety inspection. There is no statewide or county-level safety inspection program.

Emissions Inspection:

Emissions testing is required in only two counties:

County Area
Clark County Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City
Washoe County Reno, Sparks

Vehicles registered in Clark County or Washoe County must pass an emissions test before registration renewal. Exemptions may include:

  • New vehicles (first 2 model years)
  • Vehicles 1967 model year and older
  • Diesel-powered vehicles (depending on weight class)
  • Electric and hybrid vehicles
  • Motorcycles

Contact the DMV or the Department of Motor Vehicles Emissions Control Program for specific exemptions and requirements.

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action Deadline
Buyer applies for title and registration at Nevada DMV Within 30 days of purchase
Late registration penalty Up to $1,000 fine; $6/month late fee on registration; 10% penalty on GST
Seller returns license plates to DMV Upon sale
Vessel title transfer at NDOW As soon as practicable
Vessel registration renewal Annually
AIS Decal purchase Annually before watercraft enters Nevada waters

FEES (Subject to Change)

Fee Type Amount
Title Fee (first time) $28.25
Duplicate Title $28.25
VIN Inspection Included in DMV services
Governmental Services Tax (GST) Based on MSRP and depreciation
Supplemental GST Varies by county
Registration Fee Based on vehicle type and weight
Late Registration Penalty $6/month + 10% penalty on taxes
Emissions Test Varies by station ($10–$30 typical)
AIS Decal (Motorized) $13.00
AIS Decal (Non-Motorized) $6.00

NEVADA MINIMUM LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Nevada minimum liability insurance requirements (NRS § 485.185):

  • $25,000 per person for bodily injury
  • $50,000 per accident for bodily injury
  • $20,000 per accident for property damage

Proof of insurance is required before operating a motor vehicle on Nevada public roads and is required for vehicle registration.

PRIVATE PARTY SALES TAX EXEMPTION

IMPORTANT: Private party-to-party vehicle sales in Nevada are EXEMPT from sales tax. Sales tax is only collected when a vehicle is purchased from a licensed dealer. The state dealer sales tax rate is 6.85%, plus county supplemental taxes:

County Combined Rate
Clark County (Las Vegas) 8.375%
Washoe County (Reno) 8.265%
Carson City 7.60%
Douglas County 7.10%
Lyon County 7.10%
Other counties 6.85%–8.375%

Although private sales are exempt from sales tax, the Governmental Services Tax (GST) and Supplemental GST are still due at the time of registration.


This Nevada Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes. Users should verify current requirements with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles and the Nevada Department of Wildlife, and consult with a licensed Nevada attorney for legal advice.

END OF NEVADA COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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