Connecticut DMV (Vehicle/Boat) Bill of Sale (H-31)
The Connecticut DMV bill of sale, also referred to as the H-31, allows an individual or entity to sell a vehicle, vessel, All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV), snowmobile, or any type of motorized item that may be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles.
- If the Seller elects to have another individual or entity sell the vehicle on their behalf, they must authorize the Special Power of Attorney Form
Required Forms
- If it is a motor vehicle that is being transferred that is under ten (10) years of age and below sixteen thousand (16,000) pounds the Odometer Disclosure Statement is required.
- If the motor vehicle purchased was used, the vehicle is required to obtain emissions testing before registration. This can be completed at any Connecticut Emissions Testing Facility.
How to Fill-in Form H-31
The Connecticut bill of sale (H-31) may be completed by filling in the following;
- Check what type of vehicle is being sold; Motor Vehicle, Vessel/Boat, or Other and fill-in with a description.
- Seller’s Information
- Name
- Address
- City, State, Zip
- Purchaser Information
- Name
- Address
- City, State, Zip
- Description of Vehicle (If Motor Vehicle)
- Make
- Year
- Color(s)
- Model Name or Number
- Body Style
- Odometer Reading
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Description of Vessel
- Year Built
- Hull Identification Number
- Make
- Color (Primary – Secondary)
- Model
- Length
- State Where Last Numbered
- Previous Number
- Signature of Seller and Date
As you may know from viewing the form, only the seller’s signature is required.
