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Paperwork When Buying a Car in Kentucky

- Necessary Forms
- Additional Forms
- Bill of Sale
Page OverviewNecessary Forms
When you buy a car, you'll need to get these forms:
- Bill of Sale (one copy for each party)
- The original car title, signed over to you.
If the owner cannot find the title, they will need to apply for a duplicate title.
Additional Forms
In some circumstances you may need to file additional forms. For more online forms, including those that cover liens, visit the {E{1728172959} section provided by the Transportation Cabinet as well as the Central Forms Library.
Bill of Sale
You'll need a notarized bill of sale for titling your vehicle. For convenience sake, you can easily download a copy of this form from our Bill of Sale page.
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