Bill of Sale
Create a compliant Bill of Sale for Michigan trucking assets. Protect your DOT number and MC authority while ensuring fulfillment of MCL 566.132 requirements.
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As a Michigan trucking company owner, selling a commercial vehicle or freight equipment involves more than a hand-shake. To mitigate accident liability and cargo damage claims, you need a precise... Read more
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Seller
[seller_name]
Buyer
[buyer_name]
The Seller hereby sells, transfers, assigns, and conveys to the Buyer, and the Buyer hereby purchases and accepts from the Seller, the following described personal property (the "Property"): [item_description]. The Buyer acknowledges that the Buyer has had a full and adequate opportunity to inspect the Property prior to the execution of this Agreement and accepts the Property in its current condition as described herein.
The total purchase price for the Property is [sale_price] (the "Purchase Price"), payable in full by the Buyer to the Seller on or before the Sale Date. The Buyer and Seller acknowledge and agree that the Purchase Price represents the fair and agreed-upon value of the Property as negotiated between the Parties at arm's length. Upon receipt of the Purchase Price in full, the Seller shall be deemed to have been fully compensated for the sale, transfer, and conveyance of the Property, and the Seller shall have no further right, title, or interest in or to the Property or the Purchase Price.
The Seller hereby represents and warrants to the Buyer that: (a) the Seller is the sole and lawful owner of the Property and has full right, power, and authority to sell, transfer, and convey the Property to the Buyer; (b) the Property is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, security interests, pledges, claims, charges, and restrictions of any kind whatsoever; (c) the Seller has not previously sold, transferred, assigned, pledged, or otherwise encumbered the Property or any interest therein to any other person or entity; and (d) the Seller will defend the Buyer's title to the Property against any and all claims and demands of any person or entity claiming an interest therein.
Upon execution of this Agreement and receipt of the Purchase Price in full, the Seller hereby irrevocably transfers, assigns, and conveys to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in and to the Property, free and clear of all liens, encumbrances, and claims of any kind. Title to and risk of loss of the Property shall pass from the Seller to the Buyer upon the execution of this Agreement and payment of the Purchase Price. From and after the transfer of title, the Buyer shall be solely responsible for the Property, including its care, maintenance, insurance, and all risks of loss, damage, theft, or destruction. The Seller agrees to execute and deliver to the Buyer any and all additional documents, instruments, or certificates as may be reasonably necessary or appropriate to evidence or effectuate the transfer of title to the Property.
5.1 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the state in which the transaction is consummated, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. 5.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations, and discussions, whether oral or written, between the Parties relating to the sale and purchase of the Property. 5.3 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision of this Agreement, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. 5.4 Amendment. This Agreement may not be amended, modified, or supplemented except by a written instrument signed by both Parties. 5.5 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. 5.6 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the Parties and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, and assigns.
[liens encumbrances disclosure]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Bill of Sale as of the date first written above, each acknowledging receipt of a copy of this Agreement.
Seller
Name: Seller
Date: 2026-04-19
Buyer
Name: Buyer
Date: 2026-04-19
As a Michigan trucking company owner, selling a commercial vehicle or freight equipment involves more than a hand-shake. To mitigate accident liability and cargo damage claims, you need a precise Bill of Sale that satisfies Michigan's Statute of Frauds (MCL 566.132) and the FMCSR maintenance record requirements. This document ensures you are no longer liable for the unit's DOT compliance, ELD monitoring, or future driver violations once the keys change hands, while providing the necessary proof of ownership transfer for IRP and UCR registration updates.
Beyond the standard bill of sale sections, this template adds fields specific to Trucking Company Owner:
A Bill of Sale serves the core legal purpose of providing proof of the transfer of ownership of an item from the seller to the buyer. It formalizes the transaction and fulfills the legal need for documentation of the sale, aiding in preventing disputes over ownership and clarifying the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties involved.
Accident Liability
Utilize detailed contracts with clients outlining liability limitations and responsibilities, maintain comprehensive insurance policies.
DOT Compliance Violations
Implement strong compliance programs, conduct regular audits and training sessions to ensure adherence to FMCSA and state regulations.
The document includes a specific 'As-Is' warranty disclaimer and a clear 'Effective Date and Time' of transfer. This provides legal evidence that the buyer assumed responsibility for the vehicle's maintenance and operation under their own DOT Number and MC Number at the moment of sale, insulating you from subsequent HOS or safety violations.
Yes. Michigan law requires contracts that cannot be performed in under a year, or involve significant asset values, to be in writing. This Bill of Sale includes the required identification of parties, detailed asset descriptions, and purchase price terms to ensure it is legally enforceable in Michigan courts.
While the Bill of Sale transfers ownership, it is best practice to include a clause regarding the transfer of maintenance records as required by FMCSA regulations. This document allows you to specify what records are being provided, helping the buyer maintain compliance while limiting your liability for past vehicle condition.
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