Alabama Car Dealer Forms
These are the forms a licensed dealer needs to buy, sell, and title vehicles in Alabama. From the Alabama title and registration application to the bill of sale, odometer disclosure, title reassignment, and temporary tag paperwork — each links to the official source where available. Download the current version straight from the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) — Motor Vehicle Division, Dealer License section or the federal agency, never a copy that's gone stale.
Alabama state forms
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Application for Certificate of Title (Form MVT 5-1) ↗ | Applies for title on each vehicle; most Alabama titles are actually submitted electronically by the dealer as a designated agent. | Every deal |
| Affidavit to Correct an Assignment on a Certificate of Title (Form MVT 5-7) ↗ | Fixes an assignment or dealer re-assignment on a title. | As needed |
| Automotive Sales/Use Tax (via My Alabama Taxes) ↗ | Alabama charges 2% state automotive sales/use tax (plus local); dealers register and remit through My Alabama Taxes (MAT). | Every deal |
Federal forms (every state)
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Odometer Disclosure (federal, on title/MVT 5-1) | Federally required mileage disclosure at transfer; certified in the title assignment rather than a separate numbered Alabama form. | Every deal |
| Buyers Guide (FTC) ↗ | As-is vs. warranty window sticker required on every used vehicle offered for sale. | Every deal |
| IRS Form 8300 ↗ | Report cash payments over $10,000 in a single transaction. | As needed |
Alabama dealer forms FAQ
What forms do car dealers need in Alabama?+
Alabama dealers use Application for Certificate of Title (Form MVT 5-1), Affidavit to Correct an Assignment on a Certificate of Title (Form MVT 5-7), Automotive Sales/Use Tax (via My Alabama Taxes), plus federal forms every dealer needs like the FTC Buyers Guide and the odometer disclosure. Each is listed below with its purpose and official link.
Where do I get official Alabama dealer forms?+
Download current forms directly from the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) — Motor Vehicle Division, Dealer License section. Third-party copies go out of date — always pull the latest version from the official source linked on this page.
Do I need an FTC Buyers Guide on every used car in Alabama?+
Yes. The federal Used Car Rule requires an as-is/warranty Buyers Guide displayed on every used vehicle offered for sale, in Alabama and every other state.
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