Tennessee Comprehensive Bill of Sale Pack

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TENNESSEE COMPREHENSIVE BILL OF SALE PACK

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

IMPORTANT: Tennessee vehicle registration and titling is administered at the County Clerk's office in each of Tennessee's 95 counties. Requirements and local fees may vary by county. Watercraft registration is administered by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) through the County Clerk's office. Tennessee is a non-title state for boats -- there is no boat titling system.

SALES TAX: Tennessee imposes a 7% state sales tax plus local sales tax (up to 2.75% additional) on motor vehicle purchases, for a combined rate of up to 9.75% (some counties may reach 10%). Local sales tax on vehicles is typically capped at the first $1,600 of the purchase price.

NO SAFETY OR EMISSIONS INSPECTION: Tennessee ended its safety and emissions testing program in February 2022. No periodic safety or emissions inspection is currently required for any passenger vehicles.

PART ONE: GENERAL PERSONAL PROPERTY BILL OF SALE

STATE OF TENNESSEE
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: TN ZIP: [____]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

BUYER INFORMATION:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Type of Property:

☐ Furniture ☐ Electronics ☐ Appliances ☐ Equipment ☐ Jewelry ☐ Art/Collectibles ☐ Musical Instruments ☐ Sporting Equipment ☐ Livestock ☐ Tools ☐ Firearms ☐ Farm Equipment ☐ 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

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

SECTION 3: PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT

Total Purchase Price: $[________________________________]

Payment Method:

☐ Cash ☐ Certified Funds ☐ 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: Tennessee imposes a 7% state sales tax plus applicable local sales taxes (combined rate up to 9.75% in most jurisdictions) on sales of tangible personal property. Private casual sales may be subject to sales or use tax depending on the nature of the property. Buyer and Seller should consult the Tennessee Department of Revenue or a tax professional regarding applicable tax obligations.

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 (T.C.A. § 47-2-314) AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (T.C.A. § 47-2-315). THE SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY T.C.A. § 47-2-316.

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: [__/__/____]

Tennessee Practice Note: Under T.C.A. § 47-2-316, 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 Tennessee law, provided the buyer has had an opportunity to inspect the goods. Tennessee courts have generally upheld conspicuous "as-is" disclaimers in private-party transactions.

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.

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: [________________________________]

SECTION 8: DISPUTE RESOLUTION

In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Bill of Sale, the parties agree to:

☐ Negotiate in good faith before pursuing any legal action

☐ Submit to mediation in the State of Tennessee before pursuing litigation

☐ Submit to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association

☐ Pursue any available legal remedy in a court of competent jurisdiction in the State of Tennessee

Governing Law: This Bill of Sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee, including the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted in T.C.A. Title 47.

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 TENNESSEE
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 TENNESSEE
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

MOTOR VEHICLE BILL OF SALE

This document supplements the official Tennessee County Clerk title transfer forms and Form RV-F1317001 (Odometer Disclosure Statement)

NOTICE: BUYER MUST APPLY FOR TITLE TRANSFER AT THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE WITHIN 90 DAYS OF PURCHASE (T.C.A. § 55-3-101 et seq.). TENNESSEE SALES TAX OF 7% STATE PLUS LOCAL (UP TO 2.75%) IS DUE AT TIME OF TITLE AND REGISTRATION. NO SAFETY OR EMISSIONS INSPECTION IS REQUIRED (PROGRAM ENDED FEBRUARY 2022).

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

County: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

County: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Driver's License Number: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: VEHICLE INFORMATION

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

Body Style: ☐ Sedan ☐ Coupe ☐ SUV ☐ Truck ☐ Van ☐ Motorcycle ☐ Convertible ☐ Wagon ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Color: [________________________________]

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): [________________________________]

License Plate Number: [________________________________]

Title Number: [________________________________]

Engine Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

Transmission: ☐ Automatic ☐ Manual

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

Number of Cylinders: [____]

Gross Vehicle Weight (if applicable): [________________________________] lbs.

Vehicle Classification:

☐ Class A (Motorcycles) ☐ Class B (Passenger vehicles, including automobiles and trucks under 10,000 lbs. GVWR) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

SECTION 3: ODOMETER DISCLOSURE

Federal and State Odometer Disclosure Statement

Tennessee Department of Revenue Form RV-F1317001

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 Tennessee law prohibit the disconnection, resetting, or alteration of a motor vehicle odometer with intent to change the number of miles indicated. Violation may result in criminal penalties and civil liability.

Tennessee Note: The Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form RV-F1317001) is required for any vehicle that is less than 20 years old at the time of sale. Both the buyer and seller must sign the odometer disclosure. The form can be obtained from the County Clerk's office or downloaded from the Tennessee Department of Revenue website at tn.gov/revenue.

Seller Odometer Certification:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

Buyer Odometer Acknowledgment:

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

Printed Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 4: VEHICLE CONDITION AND HISTORY

Title Status:

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

Damage History:

☐ No known damage history

☐ Prior damage (describe): [________________________________]

Estimated Repair Cost of Prior Damage: $[________________________________]

Vehicle History:

Has this vehicle ever been used as:

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

Recall Status:

☐ No known open recalls

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

Structural/Frame Damage:

☐ No known structural or frame damage

☐ Structural or frame damage (describe): [________________________________]

Flood/Water Damage:

☐ No known flood or water damage

☐ Flood or water damage history (describe): [________________________________]

Tennessee Branded Title Disclosure:

☐ This vehicle does NOT have a branded title

☐ This vehicle HAS a branded title. Brand type: [________________________________]

Tennessee Note: Tennessee law requires disclosure of branded titles, including salvage, rebuilt, flood, lemon law buyback, and non-repairable designations. Buyers should request a vehicle history report and verify title status at the County Clerk's office.

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 ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]

TENNESSEE SALES TAX NOTICE:

Tennessee imposes the following taxes on motor vehicle purchases:

State Sales Tax: 7% of the purchase price
Local Sales Tax: Up to 2.75% additional (applied to the first $1,600 of the purchase price in most counties)
Combined Maximum Rate: Up to approximately 9.75% (varies by county; some may reach 10%)
Single Article Cap: The state sales tax on a single article is capped at $0.07 per dollar for the first $1,600 and $0.0225 per dollar on the amount between $1,600.01 and $3,200

Sales Tax Calculation Example (Davidson County -- Nashville):

Component	Rate	Applies To
State Sales Tax	7.0%	Full purchase price
Local Sales Tax	2.25%	First $1,600 only

Note: Sales tax is due at the time of title transfer at the County Clerk's office. The county where the buyer resides determines the local sales tax rate. Trade-in credit reduces the taxable amount. Contact your County Clerk for your specific local rate.

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 T.C.A. § 47-2-316.

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.

TENNESSEE LEMON LAW NOTICE (T.C.A. §§ 55-24-101 through 55-24-112):

Tennessee's Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Lemon Law) applies to new motor vehicles that are:

Sold and subject to registration and certificate of title provisions in Tennessee

Classified as a Class B vehicle (passenger vehicles, including automobiles and trucks under 10,000 lbs. GVWR) or a Class A vehicle (motorcycles)

Key provisions:
- Term of protection: The applicable express warranty period or one year following original delivery, whichever comes first
- If the manufacturer or its authorized service agent cannot conform the vehicle to the express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts, the consumer may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or refund
- A reasonable number of attempts is presumed if: (1) the same nonconformity has been subject to repair 3 or more times, or (2) the vehicle has been out of service for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days
- Does NOT cover: motorized bicycles, motor homes, lawnmowers, garden tractors, recreational vehicles, off-road vehicles, or vehicles over 10,000 lbs. GVWR
- Does NOT apply to governmental entities or businesses registering 3 or more vehicles

IMPORTANT: This law does NOT apply to used vehicles sold in private-party transactions.

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: [________________________________]

☐ 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

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 T.C.A. § 55-3-101 et seq.

☐ 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.

☐ Seller has disclosed all known defects, damage history, and mechanical issues.

☐ Seller will complete the Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form RV-F1317001) for vehicles less than 20 years old.

☐ Seller has disclosed any branded title status (salvage, rebuilt, flood, etc.).

SECTION 9: TENNESSEE COUNTY CLERK REQUIREMENTS

SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Tennessee law, Seller must:

☐ Properly assign the Certificate of Title to Buyer (complete assignment on back of title, including date of sale and sale price)
☐ Deliver the assigned title to Buyer at time of sale
☐ Provide a completed Bill of Sale with accurate purchase price
☐ Complete the Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form RV-F1317001) for vehicles less than 20 years old
☐ Remove license plates from vehicle (plates stay with the seller in Tennessee unless otherwise arranged)
☐ Cancel or transfer insurance on the vehicle

BUYER'S OBLIGATIONS:

Per Tennessee law (T.C.A. § 55-3-101 et seq.), Buyer must:

☐ Apply for a new title at the County Clerk's office within 90 days of purchase
☐ Pay state sales tax (7%) plus applicable local sales tax at the County Clerk's office at time of title/registration
☐ Obtain proper insurance coverage before operating the vehicle (Tennessee requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/15: $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident bodily injury, $15,000 property damage)
☐ Pay all applicable fees (title fee, registration fee, wheel tax where applicable)
☐ Provide the assigned Certificate of Title and Bill of Sale to the County Clerk
☐ Provide the completed Odometer Disclosure Statement (for vehicles less than 20 years old)

IMPORTANT: Tennessee ENDED its vehicle safety and emissions inspection program in February 2022. NO periodic safety inspection or emissions test is currently required for any passenger vehicles in Tennessee. Previously, emissions testing was required only in certain counties (Davidson, Hamilton, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson). This program has been completely discontinued.

Required Documents for Title Transfer (at County Clerk's office):

Properly assigned Certificate of Title (signed by seller and buyer on back of title)
Bill of Sale with accurate sale price
Completed Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form RV-F1317001, for vehicles less than 20 years old)
Valid Photo Identification (Tennessee driver's license or state ID preferred)
Proof of Insurance (Tennessee insurance policy)
Payment for title fee
Payment for state and local sales tax
Payment for registration fee and wheel tax (where applicable)
Lien Release (if applicable)

SECTION 10: DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE

Date of Delivery: [__/__/____]

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

Location of Delivery: [________________________________]

County of Delivery: [________________________________]

Items Delivered with Vehicle:

☐ Certificate of Title (properly assigned)

☐ Bill of Sale

☐ Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form RV-F1317001)

☐ [____] Key(s)

☐ [____] Remote(s)/Key Fob(s)

☐ Owner's Manual

☐ Service Records

☐ Warranty Documents

☐ Spare Tire and Jack

☐ 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: [________________________________]

SECTION 12: NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional -- Not Generally Required)

STATE OF TENNESSEE
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: [________________________________]

My Commission Expires: [__/__/____]

[NOTARY SEAL]

Tennessee Note: Notarization is not generally required for private-party motor vehicle bills of sale in Tennessee. However, notarization is recommended for high-value transactions and may be required by some lienholders or financial institutions. The Notary Public in Tennessee serves as a means of identity verification for official documents.

PART THREE: BOAT/WATERCRAFT BILL OF SALE

STATE OF TENNESSEE
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

WATERCRAFT AND OUTBOARD MOTOR BILL OF SALE

This document is for use with Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) vessel registration through the County Clerk's office

NOTICE: Tennessee is a NON-TITLE STATE for boats. There is no boat titling system in Tennessee. Boats are registered only -- not titled. Registration is handled through the County Clerk's office. A bill of sale is the primary proof of ownership for watercraft in Tennessee.

Document Date: [__/__/____]

SECTION 1: PARTIES

SELLER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

County: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-SELLER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

BUYER:

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

Street Address: [________________________________]

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

County: [________________________________]

Telephone: [________________________________]

Email: [________________________________]

CO-BUYER (if applicable):

Full Legal Name: [________________________________]

SECTION 2: WATERCRAFT/VESSEL INFORMATION

Vessel Type:

☐ Motorboat ☐ Sailboat ☐ Pontoon ☐ Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) ☐ Jon Boat ☐ Bass Boat ☐ Ski Boat ☐ Houseboat ☐ Canoe/Kayak (motorized) ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Year Built: [____]

Manufacturer/Make: [________________________________]

Model: [________________________________]

Length: [____] feet [____] inches

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

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

Hull Identification Number (HIN): [________________________________]

Tennessee Registration Number: TN [________________________________]

Primary Color: [________________________________]

Secondary Color: [________________________________]

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

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

IMPORTANT -- TENNESSEE IS A NON-TITLE STATE FOR BOATS: Unlike motor vehicles, Tennessee does NOT issue titles for boats or watercraft. There is no boat titling system. Boats are registered only through the County Clerk's office under TWRA regulations. A bill of sale is the primary document establishing proof of ownership for watercraft in Tennessee. Buyers should retain this Bill of Sale and all supporting documentation as permanent proof of purchase and ownership.

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: [________________________________]

Trolling Motor (if applicable):

Year: [____] Make: [________________________________] Thrust: [____] lbs.

Serial Number: [________________________________]

Tennessee Note: Outboard motors are not separately titled in Tennessee. Motor information should be included in the bill of sale and vessel registration application. Record serial numbers carefully as they serve as identification for the motor.

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: Unlike boats, boat trailers are titled in Tennessee and must be transferred through the County Clerk's office following the same process as motor vehicle title transfer. The trailer requires a separate title assignment and transfer.

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 ☐ Personal Check ☐ Financing ☐ Other: [________________________________]

Tax Note: Tennessee sales tax (7% state plus local, up to approximately 9.75% combined) applies to watercraft purchases. Sales tax is collected at the County Clerk's office at the time of registration. Contact your County Clerk for the applicable local rate.

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 T.C.A. § 47-2-316.

BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO INSPECT THE WATERCRAFT, INCLUDING A SEA TRIAL OR LAKE TEST, AND ACCEPTS IT IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION.

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

☐ LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller provides the following limited warranty:

Coverage: [________________________________]

Duration: [________________________________]

Exclusions: [________________________________]

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

☐ FULL WARRANTY

Seller warrants that the watercraft is:

☐ Free from defects in materials and workmanship

☐ Seaworthy and suitable for normal use on Tennessee waterways

☐ 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: [________________________________]

Tennessee Non-Title State Note: Because Tennessee does not title boats, lien perfection on watercraft may be accomplished through UCC financing statements filed with the Tennessee Secretary of State, rather than through a title lien notation. Buyers should conduct a UCC search to verify the absence of liens.

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 ownership.

☐ 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 provide the Buyer with a properly executed Bill of Sale as the primary proof of ownership transfer.

☐ Seller will cooperate with County Clerk registration transfer requirements.

☐ The watercraft has not sustained significant hull, structural, or water damage except as disclosed herein.

☐ Seller will disclose all known defects, prior damage, and maintenance history.

☐ There are no UCC financing statements or other liens filed against this watercraft, except as disclosed herein.

SECTION 9: TENNESSEE WATERCRAFT REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT TENNESSEE REQUIREMENTS:

Per T.C.A. § 69-10-201 et seq. and TWRA regulations:

No Titling: Tennessee is a non-title state for boats. There is no boat titling system. A bill of sale is the primary proof of ownership.
Registration Required: All mechanically powered vessels (including those with electric trolling motors) and all sailboats principally used in Tennessee must be registered. Boats powered only by oars or paddles are exempt from registration.
Registration Process: Registration is handled through the County Clerk's office. A certified Application for Boat Certificate of Number is required. The applicant receives a yellow temporary registration valid for 60 days to allow for processing.
Registration Duration: A Certificate of Number (registration) is valid for 1, 2, or 3 years, at the option of the owner.
Registration Numbers: Tennessee registration numbers (TN prefix) must be displayed on both sides of the bow in block letters at least 3 inches high, in a color contrasting with the hull.
Boating Safety Education: All Tennessee residents born after January 1, 1989 must complete a TWRA-approved Boating Safety Course and carry the TWRA-issued Boating Education Certificate when operating a boat. For out-of-state boaters born after January 1, 1989, any NASBLA-approved boating safety certificate is acceptable.
Life Jackets: A U.S. Coast Guard-approved wearable PFD must be aboard for each person. Children under 13 must wear a PFD while the vessel is underway.
Proof of Ownership: Because Tennessee does not title boats, the bill of sale, previous registration, manufacturer's statement of origin, or other documentation serves as proof of ownership. Retain this Bill of Sale as a permanent ownership record.

Registration Fees (subject to change):

Registration Period	Fee
1 Year	Varies by county
2 Years	Varies by county
3 Years	Varies by county

Note: Contact your County Clerk's office for current registration fees, as they vary by county and vessel type.

Documents Required for Registration Transfer:

☐ Bill of Sale (this document -- retain permanently)

☐ Previous Registration Certificate (from seller, if available)

☐ Application for Boat Certificate of Number (from County Clerk)

☐ Valid Photo Identification

☐ Payment for registration fees

☐ Payment for applicable sales tax (7% state plus local)

☐ Lien information (if applicable; UCC financing statement documentation)

SECTION 10: ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE

Check all items included:

☐ Current Registration Certificate (from seller)

☐ Previous Bill(s) of Sale (chain of ownership documentation)

☐ Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (if available)

☐ 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

☐ Depth Finder/Fish Finder

☐ GPS/Chart Plotter

☐ VHF Radio

☐ Flares/Visual Distress Signals

☐ Trolling Motor

☐ Live Well

☐ Rod Holders

☐ 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 (Recommended -- Serves as Proof of Ownership)

STATE OF TENNESSEE
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]

Tennessee Note: While notarization is not required for boat bills of sale, it is strongly recommended because Tennessee does not title boats. A notarized bill of sale provides the strongest evidence of ownership transfer in the absence of a title system. This is especially important for resolving future ownership disputes.

PART FOUR: SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS AND DISCLOSURES

FORM A: COMPREHENSIVE LIEN RELEASE AND SATISFACTION

STATE OF TENNESSEE
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: [________________________________]

UCC Filing Number (if applicable): [________________________________]

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 Tennessee County Clerk to remove its name as lienholder from the Certificate of Title (for motor vehicles) or to note the lien release (for watercraft, via UCC termination statement).

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 TENNESSEE
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

LIMITED POWER OF ATTORNEY

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

[________________________________] ("Agent")

Address: [________________________________]

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: [________________________________]

Registration No.: TN [________________________________]

Powers Granted:

☐ To sign and execute any and all documents necessary to transfer title or ownership

☐ To obtain duplicate title if original is lost or unavailable (motor vehicles only)

☐ To complete odometer disclosure statements (Form RV-F1317001)

☐ To apply for registration and license plates

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

☐ 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 TENNESSEE
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 TENNESSEE
COUNTY OF [________________________________]

AFFIDAVIT OF GIFT

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

I am the owner of the following property:

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

☐ Watercraft: [________________________________] HIN: [________________________________]

☐ Personal Property: [________________________________]

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: $[________________________________]
I understand that Tennessee sales tax may still apply to the fair market value of gifted vehicles. Contact the County Clerk's office and the Tennessee Department of Revenue for applicable tax obligations related to gift transfers. Certain transfers between immediate family members may qualify for a sales tax exemption or reduced rate.
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 TENNESSEE
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 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): [________________________________]

☐ Title is held by lienholder

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

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

☐ Vehicle has been used as a rental, taxi, police, or commercial vehicle (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has a salvage, rebuilt, flood, or non-repairable branded title (explain): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle was purchased at auction (describe): [________________________________]

☐ Vehicle has a Tennessee branded title (describe type): [________________________________]

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

☐ Vessel has failed a marine survey

☐ Coast Guard or TWRA violations on record

☐ Vessel has osmotic blistering

☐ Vessel has been used in saltwater: ☐ Primarily ☐ Occasionally ☐ Never

☐ 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

TENNESSEE COUNTY CLERK CONTACT INFORMATION

Tennessee Department of Revenue -- Title and Registration Division

Website: tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration
Phone: (615) 253-0600
Forms: tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration/forms.html

Tennessee County Clerks:

Vehicle and watercraft registration is handled at the County Clerk's office in the county where the buyer resides. Tennessee has 95 counties, each with its own County Clerk. To find your County Clerk:

Website: tncountyclerk.com (or countyclerkanytime.com for online services)
Contact your county's main government office

Major County Clerk Offices:

Davidson County (Nashville): (615) 862-6790 | nashville.gov/county-clerk
Shelby County (Memphis): (901) 222-3000 | shelbycountytn.gov
Knox County (Knoxville): (865) 215-2392 | knoxcounty.org/clerk
Hamilton County (Chattanooga): (423) 209-6500 | hamiltontn.gov
Rutherford County (Murfreesboro): (615) 898-7800 | rutherfordcountytn.gov

Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) -- Boating

Website: tn.gov/twra/boating
Phone: (615) 781-6500
Regional Offices: Jackson, Nashville, Crossville, Morristown
Boating Safety: tn.gov/twra/boating/boating-safety

RELEVANT TENNESSEE FORMS

Form RV-F1317001: Odometer Disclosure Statement (required for vehicles less than 20 years old)
Application for Certificate of Title (available at County Clerk offices)
Application for Boat Certificate of Number (available at County Clerk offices)
Tennessee Bill of Sale form (available at County Clerk offices or online at countyclerkanytime.com)

TENNESSEE INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Safety Inspection: Tennessee does NOT require periodic safety inspections for passenger vehicles. There is no state-mandated vehicle safety inspection program.

Emissions Testing: Tennessee ended its emissions testing program in February 2022. Previously, emissions testing was required in the following counties: Davidson, Hamilton, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson. This program has been completely discontinued and no emissions testing is required anywhere in Tennessee.

IMPORTANT: While Tennessee does not require inspections, this does not mean a vehicle is guaranteed to be in safe operating condition. Buyers are strongly encouraged to have any used vehicle inspected by a qualified independent mechanic before purchase.

TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS

Action	Deadline
Buyer applies for title transfer at County Clerk	Within 90 days of sale
Odometer Disclosure (Form RV-F1317001)	At time of sale (vehicles < 20 years old)
Boat registration renewal (TWRA)	1, 2, or 3 years (owner's choice)
Late title transfer penalty	Contact County Clerk
Insurance must be in effect	Before operating vehicle

FEES (Subject to Change -- Vary by County)

Fee Type	Amount
Vehicle Title Fee	$14.00
State Sales Tax	7% of purchase price
Local Sales Tax	Up to 2.75% (first $1,600)
Vehicle Registration	$14.50 -- $36.00 (varies by type)
Wheel Tax	Varies by county ($0 -- $55+)
Boat Registration	Varies by county and term
Duplicate Title	Contact County Clerk
Late Title Transfer Penalty	Contact County Clerk

TENNESSEE SALES TAX RATES BY SELECTED COUNTY

County	State Rate	Local Rate	Combined Rate
Davidson (Nashville)	7.00%	2.25%	9.25%
Shelby (Memphis)	7.00%	2.25%	9.25%
Knox (Knoxville)	7.00%	2.25%	9.25%
Hamilton (Chattanooga)	7.00%	2.25%	9.25%
Rutherford (Murfreesboro)	7.00%	2.75%	9.75%
Williamson (Franklin)	7.00%	2.25%	9.25%
Sumner (Gallatin)	7.00%	2.75%	9.75%
Wilson (Lebanon)	7.00%	2.75%	9.75%

Note: Local sales tax on single-article vehicle purchases applies only to the first $1,600 of the purchase price. Contact your County Clerk for the current combined rate in your county.

SOURCES AND REFERENCES

Tennessee Department of Revenue: https://www.tn.gov/revenue
Tennessee Title and Registration Forms: https://www.tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration/forms.html
Tennessee County Clerk Online Services: https://countyclerkanytime.com
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) Boating: https://www.tn.gov/twra/boating.html
Tennessee Lemon Law: T.C.A. §§ 55-24-101 through 55-24-112
Tennessee Lemon Law Statute: https://law.justia.com/codes/tennessee/title-55/chapter-24/
Nashville Motor Vehicle Forms: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/county-clerk/motor-vehicle-services/motor-vehicle-forms
Tennessee UCC (Sales): T.C.A. Title 47, Article 2
Federal Odometer Act: 49 U.S.C. § 32703
Tennessee Sales Tax Calculator: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/county-clerk/motor-vehicle-services/title-and-registration/vehicle-sales-tax-calculator

This Tennessee Bill of Sale Pack is provided for informational purposes. Users should verify current requirements with their County Clerk's office and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, and consult with a licensed Tennessee attorney for legal advice.

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