New Mexico Bill of Sale Template
Fill out a New Mexico bill of sale below and download a clean, print-ready PDF — for a car, boat, trailer, or any general item. Free, no signup. The preview updates as you type.
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How a bill of sale is used in New Mexico
Practical steps that follow the sale in New Mexico — where the title goes, deadlines, and forms — each taken from the state agency or statute.
- Title transfer deadline. After a private sale in New Mexico, the buyer has 90 days to apply for a new title and registration. — NM MVD, Vehicle Titles — Motor Vehicle Excise Tax penalty for failing to apply for title within 90 days ↗
- Where to file. Title and registration in New Mexico go through the New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department, Motor Vehicle Division. — NM MVD Form MVD-10009 header (Rev. 05/13) ↗
- Official form. New Mexico publishes its own bill of sale form (Bill of Sale, Form MVD-10009 (Rev. 05/13)); the DMV may prefer it for title work, so attach it to this one when in doubt. — NM MVD Form MVD-10009, Rev. 05/13 ↗
- Odometer. New Mexico requires an odometer statement on all motor vehicle title transactions except off-highway vehicles; it may be made on the back of the NM title, on Form MVD-10009, on the Odometer Mileage Statement, or on Form MVD-10001, using federal mileage codes (AM/EL/NM/EX). — NM MVD Vehicle Procedures Manual, Chapter 4 – Title and Registration – Used Vehicles ↗
- Liens. If the outstanding title shows a lien, it must be properly released before transfer: the lienholder signs the 'Release of Lien' section on the front of the title, or provides a Release of Lien form or a notarized release on letterhead; company representatives must state their position. — NM MVD, Register Your Vehicle — Release of Lien ↗
Each point links to the New Mexico source it was taken from. Rules change; confirm before relying on them.
What New Mexico requires · as of 2026
- Notarization
- Not required
- Official state form
- Yes — DMV provides one
- Find it official
- New Mexico DMV ↗
Source: New Mexico MVD (Form MVD-10009) · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.
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Bill of Sale
State of New Mexico
This Bill of Sale is made on __________, between __________ ("Seller"), of __________ , and __________ ("Buyer"), of __________ .
For good and valuable consideration, the Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer the following item: __________ — year ____, make ____, model ____, body type / color ____(VIN / serial no.: __________; odometer: __________).
The total sale price is $__________ USD, paid in full on the date above. Condition: Sold as-is, without warranty.
The Seller certifies they are the lawful owner with the right to sell this item, free of liens except as disclosed. The Buyer accepts the item in its stated condition.
Generated with SealFormsReflects New Mexico law · verified 2026
What is a New Mexico bill of sale?
A bill of sale is a short document that records the sale of an item from a seller to a buyer. In New Mexico, it is most often used for private vehicle sales — but it also works for boats, trailers, firearms, equipment, or any personal property. It proves who sold what, for how much, and on what date, and it typically states the item is sold "as-is."
Firearms: in a number of states, a private firearm sale must be completed through a licensed dealer with a background check — a bill of sale alone does not make the transfer legal there. Check your state’s law before using this template for a firearm.
What to include
- Full names and addresses of the buyer and seller
- A clear description of the item (for a vehicle: year, make, model, VIN, odometer)
- The sale price and the date of sale
- The condition or an "as-is" statement
- Signatures of both parties (and a notary block where New Mexico requires it)
Using it with the New Mexico DMV
For a vehicle, the buyer usually needs the signed bill of sale — with the signed title — to transfer ownership and register the vehicle. Some states provide their own official form or require notarization. Confirm the exact documents on the New Mexico DMV website before you file, and keep a signed copy.
Frequently asked questions
Is a bill of sale required in New Mexico?
A bill of sale is strongly recommended for any private sale in New Mexico because it documents the transfer, the price, and the "as-is" condition — protecting both buyer and seller. For a vehicle, the New Mexico DMV may also require it (or its own form) to transfer the title and register the vehicle. Check current requirements with the New Mexico DMV before you file.
Does a New Mexico bill of sale need to be notarized?
No — New Mexico does not require a bill of sale to be notarized (as of 2026). Notarizing is optional and adds proof, but isn’t needed to transfer the vehicle. Source: New Mexico MVD (Form MVD-10009).
How do I fill out and download the New Mexico bill of sale?
Enter the seller, buyer, item, price, and date in the form on this page. The document preview updates as you type. When it looks right, click "Download / Print PDF" and save it or print it — then both parties sign. Keep a copy each.
Is this New Mexico bill of sale legally valid?
A bill of sale is generally valid when it accurately identifies the parties and the item, states the price and date, and is signed by both the buyer and the seller. This template covers those elements. It is a general template, not legal advice — for high-value or complex sales, have an attorney review it.
How long do I have to transfer the title after buying a vehicle in New Mexico?
New Mexico gives the buyer 90 days after the sale to apply for a new title and registration. Source: NM MVD, Vehicle Titles — Motor Vehicle Excise Tax penalty for failing to apply for title within 90 days.
Does New Mexico have an official bill of sale form?
Yes — Bill of Sale, Form MVD-10009 (Rev. 05/13). The DMV may prefer it for title work; you can attach it to the bill of sale you generate here. Source: NM MVD Form MVD-10009, Rev. 05/13.
Where do I register a vehicle bought from a private seller in New Mexico?
Title and registration in New Mexico are handled by the New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department, Motor Vehicle Division. Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: NM MVD Form MVD-10009 header (Rev. 05/13).
How New Mexico compares
Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for New Mexico: New Mexico MVD (Form MVD-10009) ↗.
- New Mexico is one of 47 of 51 jurisdictions that do not require notarization (3 require a notarized bill of sale for vehicle sales; 1 require notarization only in some situations).
- New Mexico is one of 28 of 51 jurisdictions that publish an official DMV bill of sale form (18 have no official form (any complete bill of sale is accepted); 5 have an official form for some transactions only).
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