Montana Bill of Sale

What Montana requires for a vehicle sale

• MVD recommends a written record of the sale, such as a photocopy of the reassigned title or a bill of sale; MV24 Bill of Sale is offered as a convenient option.
• MV24 is required only when the seller transfers using the replacement exception for a Montana vehicle sold to a Montana resident.
• All owners must sign the title, in blue or black ink only; white-out or erasures void the title.
• Mileage must be disclosed on vehicles newer than nine years (2011 or newer).
• The buyer has 40 days from the sale date to transfer ownership at the County Treasurer; a $10 late fee applies after 40 days.
• MVD materials say Montana titles do not require notarization as of October 2025.
• The seller must remove license plates; the plates belong to the seller, not the vehicle.

Montana bill of sale: what to include

Whatever Montana requires, a signed bill of sale protects both sides. It proves the price, the date and that the car was sold as-is. Include:

• Seller's and buyer's full names and addresses
• Year, make, model, color and VIN
• Odometer reading on the day of sale
• Sale price and date of sale
• As-is wording, plus a statement that the seller owns the vehicle and any lien is paid off
• Signatures and dates for both parties

Sample as-is wording

I, the seller, sell the vehicle described above to the buyer for the price shown, as-is, with no warranty, express or implied. The seller confirms they are the owner and that the odometer reading is correct to the best of their knowledge. This sale is made under the laws of Montana.

Seller checklist (Montana)

• Be the owner on the title and resolve any lien first; give the buyer the MV37A lien release if needed.
• Sign the title with all owners, in blue or black ink, and complete the odometer disclosure.
• Remove your license plates before the buyer drives away.
• Keep a written sale record, such as a title photocopy or MV24.

Buyer checklist (Montana)

• Buy only from the titled owner or a licensed dealer and check for liens.
• Compare the odometer, title mileage and VIN.
• Carry liability insurance and buy new plates.
• Title and register at the County Treasurer in your county of residence within 40 days of the sale.

Things to watch in Montana

• The pages we read do not mention sales tax or fees; check with MVD at 406-444-3661.
• They do not describe a formal notice of sale or release of liability form; MVD suggests removing plates and cancelling insurance instead.

About this page

We checked this page against the Montana MVD sources listed below in November 2026. Where an agency page did not say something, we say so and suggest you check with the agency. Rules, forms and fees change, so confirm with Montana MVD before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.