Wisconsin Car Dealer Forms
These are the forms a licensed dealer needs to buy, sell, and title vehicles in Wisconsin. From the Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) — Division of Motor Vehicles, Dealer & Agent Section or the federal agency, never a copy that's gone stale.
Wisconsin state forms
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| MV1 — Wisconsin Title and License Plate Application ↗ | Primary state application to title and register a vehicle in the buyer's name at the point of sale. | Every deal |
| MV2505 — Temporary License Plate Application ↗ | Used by dealers to issue a buyer a temporary plate so the vehicle can be driven until permanent registration arrives. | As needed |
| MV2932 — Permission to Pick Up Title ↗ | Authorizes a dealer or agent to obtain a customer's title on their behalf; the Wisconsin analog to a title power of attorney. | As needed |
| Wisconsin Sales & Use Tax (seller's permit / DOR) ↗ | Dealers must hold a Wisconsin seller's permit and collect/remit sales tax on retail vehicle sales through the Department of Revenue. | As needed |
Federal forms (every state)
| Form | What it's for | When |
|---|---|---|
| Odometer Disclosure Statement (federal 49 CFR 580) | Federally required mileage disclosure at transfer; in Wisconsin the disclosure is captured on the title/MV1 for most transactions. | Every deal |
| Buyers Guide (FTC Used Car Rule) ↗ | Window sticker disclosing warranty/as-is status; required on every used vehicle offered for retail sale. | Every deal |
| IRS Form 8300 ↗ | Report cash payments over $10,000 received in a single transaction or related transactions. | As needed |
Wisconsin dealer forms FAQ
What forms do car dealers need in Wisconsin?+
Wisconsin dealers use MV1 — Wisconsin Title and License Plate Application, MV2505 — Temporary License Plate Application, MV2932 — Permission to Pick Up Title, Wisconsin Sales & Use Tax (seller's permit / DOR), 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 Wisconsin dealer forms?+
Download current forms directly from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) — Division of Motor Vehicles, Dealer & Agent 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 Wisconsin?+
Yes. The federal Used Car Rule requires an as-is/warranty Buyers Guide displayed on every used vehicle offered for sale, in Wisconsin and every other state.
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