Does the MV-912 need to be notarized?

The MV-912 does not include a notary block and notarization is generally not required for a standard private sale in New York. This is not legal advice.

Do I give the DMV the original or a copy?

The buyer gives the original bill of sale to the DMV when titling and registering; the DMV suggests keeping photocopies for your own records.

Does AttachKit register the vehicle for me?

No. AttachKit only helps you fill and download the official form. Registering with the DMV is up to you.

Is anything uploaded?

No. The form is filled on your device and never sent anywhere.

Legal · Vehicle Bill of Sale (MV-912)

Fill New York’s Official Vehicle Bill of Sale (MV-912) Online

MV-912 is the New York DMV’s official Vehicle Bill of Sale for a private sale. AttachKit lets you complete the real MV-912 PDF in your browser — seller, buyer, sale price, and vehicle description — then download or print it. In New York the buyer typically hands the original bill of sale to the DMV as proof of ownership when they title and register the vehicle.

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Who needs it: New York private buyers and sellers of a car, motorcycle, boat, or snowmobile who need a written record of the sale — and buyers who must present the bill of sale to the DMV when registering.

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Vehicle Bill of Sale (MV-912) questions, answered

General information, not legal or tax advice

This page is general information about a commonly-used document. State and local law varies — for advice on your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. AttachKit fills the PDF; you're responsible for whether the contents are right for your case.

Does the MV-912 need to be notarized?: The MV-912 does not include a notary block and notarization is generally not required for a standard private sale in New York. This is not legal advice.
Do I give the DMV the original or a copy?: The buyer gives the original bill of sale to the DMV when titling and registering; the DMV suggests keeping photocopies for your own records.
Does AttachKit register the vehicle for me?: No. AttachKit only helps you fill and download the official form. Registering with the DMV is up to you.
Is anything uploaded?: No. The form is filled on your device and never sent anywhere.

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