Oregon Car Bill of Sale: Form 735-501 + Requirements
Oregon recommends a bill of sale for private vehicle transfers. The state publishes Form 735-501 (Bill of Sale). Oregon's structural advantage: no state sales tax on vehicle purchases.
Is a bill of sale required in Oregon?
Recommended but not strictly required.
Notarization
Not required.
State-specific form
Form 735-501 (Bill of Sale) is Oregon's optional bill of sale template. Available at oregon.gov/odot/dmv.
The bill of sale should include:
- Seller's full legal name, address
- Buyer's full legal name, address
- Vehicle year, make, model, body type, VIN
- Odometer reading
- Sale price
- Date of sale
- Both signatures
Sales tax implications
Oregon has no state sales tax on vehicle sales. The buyer pays only the title fee, registration fee, and minor processing fees.
This makes Oregon attractive for cross-state buyers; some out-of-state buyers shop Oregon listings specifically (note: the buyer's home state's tax applies if they register elsewhere).
State-specific seller disclosures
- Odometer disclosure: federally required for vehicles under 20 years old
- DEQ emissions testing: required in Portland metro and Medford-Ashland areas
- Salvage title disclosure: required if branded
- Sold notice: file at oregon.gov/odot/dmv
Where to file
The buyer files at any Oregon DMV office or DMV partner office within 30 days of sale.
For a more complete national reference, see the national bill of sale guide and our Portland guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a bill of sale in Oregon?
Recommended but not strictly required.
Does Oregon require a notarized bill of sale?
No.
Does Oregon have sales tax on car sales?
No state sales tax. Buyers pay only title and registration fees.
What form do I use?
Form 735-501 (Oregon Bill of Sale), available at oregon.gov/odot/dmv.
Where do I file the bill of sale in Oregon?
At any Oregon DMV office, with the signed title. Within 30 days of sale.
Does Oregon require emissions testing?
Yes in Portland metro and Medford-Ashland (DEQ inspection program).
What if I lost the title in Oregon?
Apply for a duplicate at the Oregon DMV.
Should I disclose flaws on the bill of sale?
The "as-is" disclosure covers most. Disclose salvage or rebuilt status and major defects.
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For Portland specifically, see our selling in Portland guide.