IL private-sale guide

Illinois Bill of Sale

Create an Illinois private-sale record and review the current title, tax, and seller-report steps.

An Illinois bill of sale supports the transaction, while the assigned title, Application for Vehicle Transaction, and applicable private-party tax form complete the state process.

Illinois guidance does not state a routine notarization requirement for this bill of sale; the assigned title and required state forms control the transfer.

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How to sell a vehicle privately in Illinois

The seller assigns the Illinois title and the buyer applies for title and registration using the current Secretary of State process. Verify the VIN, sale date, and odometer entry on the title.

A private-party purchase generally also requires the applicable Illinois tax form. Sellers can retain and submit the Seller's Report of Sale, VSD 703, as directed by the Secretary of State.

Keep this generated bill of sale as a transaction record, but do not use it in place of the title, VSD 190, tax return, or another required state form.

Official form: Illinois Title and Registration guidance

What to know in Illinois

Assign the title to the buyer
Use VSD 190 for title or registration
Complete the applicable private-party tax form
Seller can file VSD 703 as a sale record

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Frequently asked questions

What application does Illinois use for title and registration?

Illinois uses the Application for Vehicle Transaction(s), VSD 190, for title and registration transactions.

What is VSD 703?

VSD 703 is Illinois's Seller's Report of Sale, which helps document that the seller transferred the vehicle.

Does this PDF replace the assigned title?

No. It is a supporting sale record; the assigned title and required state applications complete the transfer.

Should the seller keep a copy?

Yes. The seller should keep the signed sale record and follow the current Secretary of State instructions for reporting the sale.

Important note

This is practical paperwork guidance, not legal advice. State DMV rules change; confirm current titling, notarization, and odometer requirements with Illinois before relying on this document.