A trailer bill of sale is a legal document that details the transfer of ownership or sale of a trailer. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires this document for a trailer to be properly registered under the law.
The bill of sale must be signed by the seller of the trailer to ensure it is legally valid and accepted. It includes important information about both parties, the purchase of the trailer, the trailer description, payment methods, warranty details, and other necessary requirements.
These types of bills of sale are also helpful in case a dispute occurs over the ownership of the trailer. By including the terms of the agreement within the document, it can help avoid ambiguities for both parties after the transaction has taken place.
Types of Trailers for a Bill of Sale
Trailers can differ widely depending on the purpose they are intended to be used for. There are many different types to choose from, with the most common being the ones listed below:
Hauling trailers are typically used for boats, kayaks, canoes, and farm animals such as horses or other livestock.
Vehicle carrying trailers include ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), enclosed or open trailers, and single/multi-vehicle trailers, and they are designed to transport other vehicles.
Flatbed trailers are open deck, and they’re mainly used for transporting industrial items and commodities.
Dry-van trailers can either be refrigerated or non-refrigerated, they are a type of semi-trailers that are fully enclosed in order to protect shipments.
Recreational Vehicles (RVs) are motor vehicles or trailers that have amenities that you’d usually find in a residential home. They are often used as vacation accommodation.