How to Fill Out a Texas Van Bill of Sale

Texas Van transfer fees and requirements

In Texas, the title transfer fee is $33 and registration costs $50.75 per year. Van sales are subject to 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax on purchase price. Texas does not require notarization for private-party van transfers. Emission testing is required in Texas — verify the van passes before completing the sale.

• Annual safety inspection required; emissions testing in select counties
• Title transfer within 30 days at county tax office
• Form 130-U required for title transfer
• Standard Presumptive Value (SPV) used for tax assessment on private sales

Official Texas bill of sale form

The official Texas bill of sale form is Form 130-U (Application for Texas Title and/or Registration). BillOfSaleNow generates a document that meets all Texas requirements and can be used in place of the official form.

Texas sales tax on van purchases

Texas has a 6.25% state sales tax rate. Flat 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax statewide. Private-party van sales in Texas are subject to sales tax. Tax based on Standard Presumptive Value (SPV) or purchase price, whichever is higher. The title transfer fee is $33.

Van market data and safety information

The most common van makes in private-party sales are Honda, Toyota, Chrysler, Ford, Mercedes-Benz. Average private-party van prices range from $5,000–$35,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent van models is 4.1 out of 5 stars. Vans average 3 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Power Train, Airbags.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used van

Before completing a van bill of sale in Texas, verify these safety items:

• Test all sliding door mechanisms and automatic closing features
• Check rear entertainment system and climate controls if equipped
• Verify Stow ’n Go or fold-flat seating operation
• Inspect power liftgate struts and sensors

Van insurance and depreciation in Texas

Minivans are among the cheapest vehicles to insure. Commercial van insurance costs 2–3x more. Minivans depreciate faster than SUVs — expect 50–60% loss over 5 years. Conversion vans with custom builds are harder to value. Peak season for private van sales is summer when families are looking for travel vehicles, with an average of 24 days on market.

Van registration and titling

Vans are classified as "Passenger vehicle (minivan) or Commercial vehicle (cargo/work van)" for registration purposes. Passenger vans under 16,000 lbs GVWR follow standard rules. 15-passenger vans and cargo vans over 10,000 lbs may have special registration requirements. Federal odometer disclosure is required for vans under 20 years old.

Odometer disclosure for van sales

Passenger vans under 16,000 lbs GVWR and under 20 years old require federal odometer disclosure. Commercial vans rated above 16,000 lbs GVWR are exempt under 49 CFR 580.17(a).

• Applicable law: 49 CFR Part 580 — Odometer Disclosure Requirements (exempt if GVWR exceeds 16,000 lbs)

Required disclosures for van sales in Texas

When selling a van in Texas, the following disclosures apply:

• Conversion van modifications (raised roof, wheelchair lift, living quarters) should be documented on the bill of sale.
• Commercial-use history may affect insurance classification for the buyer.
• Cargo van to passenger van conversions must meet FMVSS safety standards to be registered for passenger use.

Texas bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 10,842 bill of sale documents for Texas transactions, with 292 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.