Free Iowa Vehicle Bill of Sale Form (DOT Form 411007 PDF)

Q: Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa law strictly mandates a completed bill of sale for all vehicle transfers between private individuals. Under Iowa Code § 321.45, County Treasurers require this document alongside the assigned Certificate of Title to establish legal purchase price and calculate the 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration.

Q: What is Iowa DOT Form 411007?

Form 411007 is the official Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) Bill of Sale. It records the buyer and seller details, complete vehicle identification, purchase price, date of sale, and federal truth-in-mileage odometer disclosure required by all 99 Iowa County Treasurers.

Q: What is the vehicle tax rate in Iowa?

Iowa imposes a 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration under Iowa Code § 321.105A on the actual purchase price of the vehicle instead of standard retail sales tax. The buyer pays this fee directly to their local County Treasurer's Office upon applying for a title.

Q: Do license plates stay with the vehicle in Iowa?

No. Under Iowa Code § 321.34, license plates belong to the seller, not the vehicle. The seller must remove the license plates before delivering the vehicle. The seller may transfer the plates to another vehicle or return them to the County Treasurer for a credit or refund.

Q: How long do you have to transfer a car title in Iowa?

Under Iowa Code § 321.49, the buyer has strictly 30 calendar days from the date of purchase to submit the title, bill of sale, and application for title to their local County Treasurer's Office before a $10 late title fee and interest penalties apply.

FORM SBF-IA-411007 Statutory Year: 2026

Iowa Code §§ 321.45, 321.49 & 321.105A

STATE OF IOWA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale & Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement

Compliant with Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) Form 411007 Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total sales price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the motor vehicle described below, to have and to hold forever.

SECTION A: JURISDICTION & LOCATION OF SALE

State:

Iowa County *:

SECTION B: COMPLETE MOTOR VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Year *

Make *

Model *

Body Style

Color

Iowa Plate #:

* Note: Under Iowa Code § 321.34, license plates are retained by seller upon sale.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN - 17 Characters) *:

SECTION C: IDENTIFICATION OF PARTIES (TRANSFEROR & TRANSFEREE)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

IA Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

Driver License #

SECTION D: FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION, PAYMENT TERMS & FEDERAL ODOMETER DISCLOSURE

Total Purchase Price *:

Date of Sale *:

Payment: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift

Federal & Iowa Truth-in-Mileage Odometer Disclosure Statement (49 U.S.C. § 32705) Basis for Iowa 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration (IC § 321.105A)

Odometer Reading:

Miles

1. Actual Mileage: Reflects actual vehicle mileage to best of knowledge. 2. Exceeds Mechanical Limits: Mileage exceeds 5-digit mechanical limits (rollover). 3. Warning — Not Actual Mileage: Odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (discrepancy).

STATUTORY IOWA "AS-IS" DISCLAIMER (IOWA CODE § 554.2316): This motor vehicle is bargained, sold, and conveyed strictly in "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER LATENT OR PATENT. The Seller expressly disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Seller assumes no liability for post-sale repairs or mechanical breakdowns. Buyer acknowledges having had full opportunity to inspect, test-drive, and survey the vehicle or knowingly waived this right.

SECTION E: AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES & AFFIDAVIT

AFFIRMATION UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY (IOWA CODE § 714.8): I hereby certify and affirm under penalties of perjury that the purchase price stated herein is the exact and full consideration paid, that the odometer certification is true, and that the Seller is the lawful owner free and clear of all undisclosed liens and encumbrances.

Seller (Transferor) Signature

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

SECTION F: STATE OF IOWA NOTARY PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENT / JURAT

STATE OF IOWA COUNTY OF:

On this _____ day of ________________, 2026, before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared the Seller and/or Buyer named above, known or proven through government-issued photo identification to be the person(s) whose name(s) are subscribed to this vehicle bill of sale, and acknowledged executing the same for the purposes stated.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here Iowa DOT Form 411007

FORM SBF-IA-411007 (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com Iowa Code §§ 321.45, 321.49 • Iowa DOT Form 411007 PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Iowa DOT & County Treasurer 3-Step Vehicle Title Transfer Guide

Follow Iowa statutory regulations to complete private motor vehicle transactions, satisfy the mandatory Bill of Sale requirement (Iowa Code § 321.45), calculate the 5.0% fee, and ensure lawful title transfer within 30 days.

Execute Title & Form 411007

The seller signs the assignment section on the back of the original Iowa Certificate of Title with certified mileage. Both parties must execute this statutory Bill of Sale (Form SBF-IA-411007), which is legally required by Iowa County Treasurers.

Seller Removes License Plates

Under Iowa Code § 321.34, license plates belong to the seller, not the vehicle. The seller must remove the license plates prior to transferring physical custody to surrender for a credit/refund or transfer to a replacement vehicle.

County Treasurer 30-Day Transfer

Within 30 calendar days of purchase (IC § 321.49), the buyer visits their local County Treasurer's Office with the signed title, this Bill of Sale, and Form 411021 to pay the 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration (IC § 321.105A) and obtain plates.

Statutory Summary

Iowa Vehicle Transfer Legal Requirements

Document / Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose
Mandatory Bill of Sale Requirement	Iowa Code § 321.45	Mandatory	Mandatory document for all private vehicle transfers across all 99 Iowa County Treasurers.
5.0% Fee for New Registration	Iowa Code § 321.105A	5.0% Purchase Tax	One-time registration fee assessed on the purchase price in lieu of standard state retail sales tax.
License Plate Removal Rule	Iowa Code § 321.34	Mandatory for Seller	Plates are assigned to the owner and must be removed prior to vehicle delivery to prevent liability.
30-Day Title Transfer Window	Iowa Code § 321.49	30 Calendar Days	Buyer must file transfer application with County Treasurer within 30 days before late penalty applies.
Truth-in-Mileage Disclosure	49 U.S.C. § 32705 / IC § 321.71	Mandatory (<20 yrs)	Statutory odometer mileage disclosure statement required on all vehicles under 20 model years old.

Frequently Asked Questions

Iowa Vehicle Bill of Sale Legal FAQs

Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Iowa?

What is Iowa DOT Form 411007?

What is the vehicle tax rate in Iowa?

Do license plates stay with the vehicle in Iowa?

How long do you have to transfer a car title in Iowa?