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Yes, Arkansas requires a bill of sale for a private vehicle transaction. The bill of sale serves as a legal receipt and must include the date of sale, the full purchase price, the vehicle's year, make, and model, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and the printed names and signatures of both the buyer and seller.
Make sure the seller's name on their government-issued ID matches the name printed on the front of the title. Check the title for any listed lienholders (like a bank or credit union). If a lien is shown, the seller must provide you with a lien release document from that financial institution, confirming the loan has been fully paid.
You have 30 days from the date of purchase to title and register the vehicle at an Arkansas Revenue Office. Waiting longer than 30 days will result in penalty fees being added to your total cost.
To complete the title transfer and registration, you will need to bring the following:
The original Arkansas title, signed by the seller.
A completed Bill of Sale, signed by both you and the seller.
Proof of current Arkansas liability insurance in your name.
Proof of a personal property tax assessment from your county assessor.
Your valid driver's license or photo ID.
Payment for the sales tax, title, and registration fees.
You will be required to pay state and local sales tax when you register the vehicle. The tax is calculated based on the purchase price. This tax is paid directly to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) at a state revenue office, not to the seller. You will also pay separate fees for the title transfer and vehicle registration.
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