Michigan Car Dealer Forms
These are the forms a licensed dealer needs to buy, sell, and title vehicles in Michigan. From the Michigan 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 Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) — Business Regulation Section, Vehicle Dealer Licensing or the federal agency, never a copy that's gone stale.
Michigan state forms
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Application for Michigan Vehicle Title and Registration (RD-108) | The dealer document that transfers title, applies for registration, and collects Michigan's 6% use tax on each sale; processed through SOS e-Services. | Every deal |
| BFS-4 Temporary Vehicle Registration | Temporary registration a dealer issues to a buyer (via e-Services) to drive the vehicle until the permanent plate is processed. | As needed |
| Vehicle Limited Power of Attorney (Michigan SOS — commonly cited as TR-128) | Lets the dealer sign title/odometer assignment for the buyer when the paperwork isn't completed in person; verify the current form number with SOS. | As needed |
Federal forms (every state)
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Odometer Disclosure (federal, on the secure title / RD-108) | Federally required mileage disclosure recorded at transfer. | 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 received in a single transaction. | As needed |
Michigan dealer forms FAQ
What forms do car dealers need in Michigan?+
Michigan dealers use Application for Michigan Vehicle Title and Registration (RD-108), BFS-4 Temporary Vehicle Registration, Vehicle Limited Power of Attorney (Michigan SOS — commonly cited as TR-128), 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 Michigan dealer forms?+
Download current forms directly from the Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) — Business Regulation Section, Vehicle Dealer Licensing. Third-party copies go out of date — always pull the latest version from the official source linked on this page.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 Michigan?+
Yes. The federal Used Car Rule requires an as-is/warranty Buyers Guide displayed on every used vehicle offered for sale, in Michigan and every other state.
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