Florida Form HSMV 82058 is the Notice of Sale and/or Bill of Sale for a Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home, Off-Highway Vehicle or Vessel that a Florida seller files with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) to record the transfer of ownership and cut off the seller’s liability for the vehicle, vessel, mobile home, or off-highway vehicle after the sale. The form serves a dual purpose: it acts as a notice of sale that protects the seller from future tickets, tolls, and civil claims, and it acts as a bill of sale that proves the buyer’s right to title the property in their name under Florida Statutes § 319.22.
Florida processes more than 2.5 million private vehicle title transfers each year, according to the FLHSMV annual title and registration data, and a missing or late notice of sale is one of the top reasons sellers get stuck paying tolls, parking fines, and even red-light tickets racked up by the new owner. Filing Form 82058 within 30 days of the sale closes that loophole and protects you under Fla. Stat. § 319.22(2).
By the end of this guide, you will know exactly how to handle every box, line, and signature on the form. Here is what you will learn:
- 📝 How to complete every field on Form HSMV 82058 line by line, with sample entries
- 🚗 How to handle vehicles, vessels, mobile homes, and off-highway vehicles on the same form
- 📬 How to file by mail, online, or in person at a Florida tax collector office or license plate agency
- ⚖️ How Fla. Stat. § 319.22 and § 319.23 shape your duties as a seller
- 🛡️ How to avoid the 10 most common mistakes that trigger title rejections, sales tax surprises, and seller liability
What Form HSMV 82058 Is and Who Must File It
Form HSMV 82058 is the official FLHSMV bill of sale and notice of sale used when a private seller in Florida transfers ownership of a motor vehicle, mobile home, vessel, or off-highway vehicle (OHV) to a private buyer. The form is published by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and is referenced in the agency’s Procedure TL-10 on title transfers. The current revision date is printed in the lower-left corner of the form, and you should always download a fresh copy from the FLHSMV forms library before filing.
The form has two halves. The top half is the Notice of Sale, which the seller sends to FLHSMV to remove the vehicle from the seller’s record. The bottom half is the Bill of Sale, which the buyer presents at the tax collector office along with the assigned title to register and title the property in the buyer’s name.
You must file Form 82058 if you are a private seller (not a licensed dealer), if you are gifting a vehicle to a family member, if you are donating a vehicle to a charity, or if you are dissolving co-ownership and transferring the property to one owner. Florida licensed dealers use Form HSMV 82994 (Dealer Bill of Sale) instead. Buyers may also use the bill-of-sale half to support a sales tax calculation under Fla. Stat. § 212.06 and to resolve disputes about the agreed-upon price.
The statute that gives the form its teeth is Fla. Stat. § 319.22(2), which says a seller’s liability for the vehicle ends once the seller delivers the title and files notice of the sale with the department. If you skip this step, the vehicle stays in your name in FLHSMV records, and any tolls, tickets, or accidents tied to the plate or VIN can come back to you.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gather every piece of paperwork before you open the form. Missing one item is the fastest way to get a title rejected at the tax collector window or to leave yourself exposed to post-sale liability. The FLHSMV title transfer checklist lists the core documents, and your county tax collector may add a few extras.
Here is the pre-filing checklist with at least eight items every Florida seller and buyer should have ready:
- Florida Certificate of Title (Form HSMV 82040 or the printed paper title). This is the document you will assign on the back to the buyer, and the title number is required on Form 82058. Without it, the buyer cannot title the vehicle, and the sale cannot close.
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or Hull Identification Number (HIN). The 17-character VIN appears on the title, dashboard, and door jamb; the 12-character HIN appears on the transom of a vessel. A wrong digit makes FLHSMV reject the notice and forces the buyer to redo the title application.
- Current odometer reading. Federal 49 CFR § 580 and Fla. Stat. § 319.225 require an odometer disclosure for any vehicle under 20 model years old, and a mismatched reading triggers an automatic title hold.
- Government-issued photo ID for the seller and buyer. Florida requires ID at the tax collector window, and the buyer needs ID to sign the title application.
- Proof of Florida insurance for the buyer. Without it, the buyer cannot register the vehicle, and the sale paperwork stalls at the tax collector.
- Lienholder release (if any). If the title shows a lien, you need a satisfaction of lien (Form HSMV 82260) or a stamped paid-off title before you can transfer ownership.
- Agreed sale price or gift declaration. Sales tax of 6% (plus county discretionary surtax) applies to the price under Fla. Stat. § 212.05; a true gift between qualifying family members may be exempt under Rule 12A-1.007, F.A.C..
- Buyer and seller mailing addresses. FLHSMV uses these to update the record and to mail registration materials.
- Date and time of delivery. This is the moment your liability ends, so write it down on the day of the sale.
- Names of any co-owners on the title. If the title reads “JOHN AND JANE,” both must sign; if it reads “JOHN OR JANE,” either may sign alone.
If any item on this list is missing, stop the sale until you can produce it. A two-hour delay to fetch a lien release is far cheaper than a six-month battle over unpaid tolls.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official source is the FLHSMV forms library, where the current PDF of Form HSMV 82058 is posted free of charge. Always download a fresh copy on the day of the sale, because the agency revises the form periodically and an outdated version can be rejected.
You have four ways to access and complete the form. First, you can download the fillable PDF and type your entries directly into the boxes, then print and sign. Second, you can print a blank copy and fill it out in black or blue ink. Third, you can pick up a paper copy at your local Florida tax collector office or at a license plate agency. Fourth, you can submit the notice-of-sale half electronically through the FLHSMV online “Report a Sold Vehicle” portal, which mirrors the top half of the paper form.
The online portal is the fastest channel for the seller’s notice of sale because it timestamps your submission immediately and updates the agency record overnight. The portal does not replace the bill of sale half, however, so the buyer still needs the signed paper version to take to the tax collector for titling.
If you are filing for a vessel, the same form applies, but you will also interact with the FLHSMV vessel titling unit and may need a Form HSMV 87002 vessel application. For a mobile home, the buyer will pair Form 82058 with Form HSMV 82040 and may owe documentary stamp tax under Fla. Stat. § 201.02 if the home is real property.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out Form HSMV 82058 Line by Line
The form is one page divided into seven logical groupings: the description of the property, the buyer information, the seller information, the selling price and gift declaration, the odometer disclosure, the certification and signatures, and the optional notary block. Work top to bottom and never leave a field blank. If a field does not apply, write N/A so a reviewer can tell you saw the box and chose to skip it.
Section 1: Description of Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home, Vessel, or Off-Highway Vehicle
This section asks you to identify the property being sold. In plain English, FLHSMV wants to know exactly what is changing hands so the agency can match the form to the correct record in the title database.
To answer it, copy each detail directly from the front of the Florida title. Enter the Year, Make, Body Type, Model, Color, Vehicle/Vessel Identification Number, Title Number, and License Plate or Vessel Registration Number. Use all capital letters and write VINs without dashes or spaces.
For example, Maria Lopez is selling her 2019 Toyota Corolla. She writes 2019 in Year, TOYT in Make, 4D (four-door) in Body Type, COROLLA LE in Model, SILVER in Color, 5YFBURHE0KP123456 in VIN, 0123456789 in Title Number, and ABC-123 in License Plate.
A common edge case is a custom-built or homemade trailer with no manufacturer make. In that scenario, write HMDE (homemade) in the Make field and use the FLHSMV-assigned VIN from Form HSMV 82040 inspection.
The most common mistake on this section is transposing two digits in the VIN. The direct consequence is that FLHSMV will not match the form to any record, the notice of sale fails to post, and you remain the registered owner. A widespread misconception is that the license plate number alone identifies the vehicle; in fact, plates move with owners in Florida, and only the VIN ties to the title.
Section 2: Selling Price and Gift Declaration
This block asks how much money changed hands so the buyer’s sales tax can be calculated and so the price is preserved as evidence of fair market value. The form has a Selling Price line and a Gift checkbox.
To answer it, write the full purchase price in U.S. dollars, including cents, on the price line. If the transfer is a true gift with no money or trade exchanged, leave the price line blank and check the Gift box. If the buyer traded in another vehicle, list the trade allowance separately if the form version provides a line for it; otherwise, attach a brief statement.
For example, Carlos Rivera is selling his pickup for $14,500. He writes $14,500.00 on the Selling Price line and leaves the Gift box empty.
A nuance: a “gift” between non-family members is still taxable in Florida unless it qualifies for an exemption under Rule 12A-1.007, F.A.C.. Inter-spousal transfers and parent-to-child gifts often qualify, but a “gift” to a friend almost never does.
The most common mistake is writing a low “$1” sale price to dodge sales tax. The direct consequence is that the Florida Department of Revenue can audit the price under Fla. Stat. § 212.06(8), assess tax on the average retail value, and add penalties and interest. The misconception is that calling a sale a “gift” makes it tax-free; in reality, the gift box only protects true no-money transfers between qualifying parties.
Section 3: Purchaser (Buyer) Information
This section captures every detail the agency needs to issue a new title and registration to the buyer. The fields are Purchaser’s Printed Name, Co-Purchaser’s Printed Name (if any), Address, City, State, Zip Code, and Date of Sale.
To answer, write the buyer’s full legal name as it appears on their driver license, with no nicknames. Use the address where the buyer wants the new registration mailed. The Date of Sale is the day the buyer takes delivery, written MM/DD/YYYY.
For example, Janet Park is buying the Corolla. She writes JANET MARIE PARK in Purchaser’s Printed Name, N/A in Co-Purchaser, 4421 OAK STREET, ORLANDO, FL, 32801, and 09/14/2026 as the Date of Sale.
A useful nuance is the AND/OR designation when there are co-purchasers. If both buyers want either signature to suffice for future transfers, separate the names with the word OR; if both signatures must always be required, use AND.
The most common mistake is writing the buyer’s mailing address when the buyer actually wants the title mailed elsewhere. The consequence is a lost title and a wasted Form HSMV 82101 duplicate title fee of about $75.75. The misconception is that the address can be updated later for free; in fact, an address change after issuance triggers another fee and a wait.
Section 4: Seller Information
This block records who is releasing ownership. The fields are Seller’s Printed Name, Co-Seller’s Printed Name (if any), Address, City, State, Zip Code, and Driver License or FEID Number.
Enter the seller’s full legal name as it appears on the title. If the title shows two names, the rule from Section 3 applies: AND requires both signatures, OR allows either. Write the seller’s current mailing address, which is where FLHSMV will send any post-sale correspondence, and include the seller’s Florida driver license number or business FEID.
For example, Maria Lopez writes MARIA ELENA LOPEZ, N/A in Co-Seller, 1208 PALM AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33133, and her driver license number L120-345-67-890-0.
A nuance arises when the title is in a deceased person’s name. The personal representative of the estate signs and attaches Form HSMV 82152 (Affidavit of Heirs) or letters of administration. Skipping that step voids the transfer.
The most common mistake is signing as “Maria Lopez” when the title reads “Maria E. Lopez” or “Maria Elena Lopez.” The consequence is a clerk-level title rejection because signatures must match the printed title exactly. The misconception is that a close-enough signature is fine; FLHSMV does not allow it.
Section 5: Odometer Disclosure Statement
Federal law and Fla. Stat. § 319.225 require this disclosure for any motor vehicle less than 20 model years old. Vessels, trailers under 16,000 pounds, and vehicles 20 model years and older are exempt and may have EXEMPT written across the box.
To answer, read the odometer to the nearest whole mile (no tenths) and write the number in the Odometer Reading box. Then check exactly one of the three certification boxes: Actual Mileage, Not Actual Mileage – Warning: Odometer Discrepancy, or Mileage Exceeds Mechanical Limits.
For example, Carlos Rivera reads 87,432 on his pickup’s odometer, writes 87432 in the box, and checks Actual Mileage.
A nuance: a digital odometer that has been replaced by a dealer must be disclosed using Not Actual Mileage even if the new module reads the true distance. A handwritten correction is not allowed; you must start with a fresh form if you misread.
The most common mistake is rounding tenths up to the next whole mile. The consequence is a federal odometer fraud allegation under 49 U.S.C. § 32705 carrying civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. The misconception is that the odometer disclosure is a Florida formality; it is a federal felony when falsified.
Section 6: Certification and Signatures
This is the legal heart of the form. Above the signature lines, the certification states that the seller delivers the property to the buyer on the date of sale and that all information is true under penalty of perjury under Fla. Stat. § 837.06.
To answer, both the seller and the buyer sign and date the form on the day of the sale. Co-owners and co-purchasers each sign their own line. Use blue or black ink and do not use a stamp.
For example, Maria Lopez signs Maria Elena Lopez on the seller line and dates it 09/14/2026. Janet Park signs Janet Marie Park on the buyer line with the same date.
A nuance is the rare case of a power of attorney. If the seller signs through a Form HSMV 82053 Power of Attorney, the agent writes the seller’s name followed by by [agent name], attorney-in-fact, and attaches the POA.
The most common mistake is dating the form a day before the buyer takes delivery to “get a head start.” The consequence is that the seller’s liability shield under Fla. Stat. § 319.22 does not begin until actual delivery, and any pre-delivery incident still falls on the seller. The misconception is that signatures must be notarized; standard Form 82058 signatures do not require a notary unless the title itself does.
Section 7: Notary Acknowledgment (Optional)
Florida does not require Form 82058 to be notarized for ordinary private sales between two individuals. The form includes a notary block for use in special circumstances, such as out-of-state buyers, vessel transfers crossing state lines, or estate sales where additional proof of identity strengthens the chain of title.
To answer, take the unsigned form to a Florida notary public, sign in front of the notary, and provide a government-issued photo ID. The notary will complete the acknowledgment, sign, stamp, and write the commission expiration date.
For example, Aisha Brown is selling her vessel to a Georgia buyer. She visits her bank’s notary, signs the form, and the notary completes the block with the commission number and seal.
A nuance: notarization does not extend the 30-day filing window or change any tax outcome; it only adds an authentication layer. The most common mistake is signing the form before the notary sees the signature; Florida law under Fla. Stat. § 117.05 requires the signer to sign in the notary’s presence. The misconception is that a notarized 82058 replaces the title transfer; it does not.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
The three scenarios below show how named filers handle the form from start to finish. Each table has two columns and at least eight rows tracking the most important fields.
Scenario 1: Maria Lopez Sells a 2019 Toyota Corolla to Janet Park
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| Year / Make / Model | 2019 / TOYT / COROLLA LE |
| VIN | 5YFBURHE0KP123456 |
| Title Number | 0123456789 |
| Selling Price | $11,200.00 (Gift box unchecked) |
| Buyer Name and Address | JANET MARIE PARK, 4421 OAK ST, ORLANDO, FL 32801 |
| Seller Name and Address | MARIA ELENA LOPEZ, 1208 PALM AVE, MIAMI, FL 33133 |
| Odometer Reading and Box | 46,210 — Actual Mileage |
| Date of Sale | 09/14/2026 |
| Signatures | Maria signs seller line; Janet signs buyer line |
| Filing Channel | Maria files notice online via FLHSMV portal; Janet takes form to Miami-Dade tax collector |
Scenario 2: Carlos Rivera Gifts a 2014 Ford F-150 to His Daughter Sofia
| Form Section | What Carlos Enters |
|---|---|
| Year / Make / Model | 2014 / FORD / F150 XLT |
| VIN | 1FTFW1EF8EFA12345 |
| Title Number | 9876543210 |
| Selling Price | Blank — Gift box checked |
| Buyer Name | SOFIA ELENA RIVERA, 9009 PINE ST, TAMPA, FL 33602 |
| Seller Name | CARLOS ANTONIO RIVERA, 9009 PINE ST, TAMPA, FL 33602 |
| Odometer Reading and Box | 112,544 — Actual Mileage |
| Date of Sale | 03/02/2026 |
| Tax Note | Parent-to-child transfer claimed under Rule 12A-1.007 |
| Filing | Carlos and Sofia file together at the Hillsborough County tax collector |
Scenario 3: Aisha Brown Sells a 2018 Sea Ray Vessel to an Out-of-State Buyer
| Form Section | What Aisha Enters |
|---|---|
| Year / Make / Model | 2018 / SEA RAY / SDX 270 |
| Hull ID Number (HIN) | SERV0123A818 |
| Title Number | FL5544332211 |
| Selling Price | $58,750.00 |
| Buyer Name and Address | DAVID KIM, 1521 PEACHTREE RD, ATLANTA, GA 30309 |
| Seller Name and Address | AISHA NICOLE BROWN, 77 BAYSHORE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32207 |
| Odometer Box | EXEMPT (vessels are exempt) |
| Date of Sale | 05/19/2026 |
| Notary Block | Completed at Aisha’s bank for cross-state transfer |
| Filing Channel | Aisha mails Notice of Sale to FLHSMV; David titles in Georgia using bill-of-sale half |
How to File the Completed Form
Form 82058 has multiple filing channels, and each one has its own address, fee schedule, processing time, and proof-of-filing format. Pick the channel that matches your situation and keep the receipt forever.
Online Notice of Sale
The fastest channel is the FLHSMV “Report a Sold Vehicle” portal. There is no fee, payment is not required, and the timestamp posts immediately. Save the confirmation page as a PDF; that screenshot is your proof of filing. The agency record updates within 24 to 48 hours.
Mail to FLHSMV
Mail the seller’s notice-of-sale half to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Records, 2900 Apalachee Parkway, MS 72, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0620. There is no fee for the notice itself. Use USPS Certified Mail so you have a date-stamped green card as proof. Processing takes 10 to 15 business days.
In Person at a County Tax Collector or License Plate Agency
The buyer takes the bill-of-sale half, the assigned title, proof of insurance, and ID to a Florida tax collector office or license plate agency. The standard title transfer fee is $77.25 for an electronic title or $80.25 with a paper title under the FLHSMV fee schedule, plus 6% state sales tax and any county discretionary surtax. Payment is by cash, check, debit, or credit (a 2.3% card surcharge often applies). The proof of filing is the new registration and the title receipt printed at the counter.
Fax (Limited Use)
Some county tax collectors accept faxed bills of sale only for follow-up corrections, not for original title applications. Call your county office before faxing because rules vary across all 67 counties.
The 30-day clock under Fla. Stat. § 319.23(6) for the buyer to apply for title runs from the date of sale, and a $20 late fee attaches on day 31. The seller’s notice of sale should also be filed within 30 days to lock in the liability shield.
What Happens After You File
Once FLHSMV receives the notice of sale, the agency flags the vehicle record with a “sold” status, removing your name as the active registered owner. The change is visible to law enforcement, toll authorities like SunPass, and red-light camera vendors, so future tickets and tolls follow the buyer instead of you. You should still cancel the registration and surrender the plate to a tax collector to fully close the loop, because Florida plates stay with the seller, not the vehicle.
The buyer’s path is different. After the bill-of-sale half is presented at the tax collector with the assigned title and proof of insurance, the clerk issues a new Florida title in the buyer’s name, collects the 6% sales tax under Fla. Stat. § 212.05, and prints a new registration. The paper title arrives in the mail within two to three weeks unless the buyer chose the Florida electronic title option, in which case the record stays digital with FLHSMV.
If the buyer fails to title the vehicle within 30 days, the buyer pays a $20 penalty under Fla. Stat. § 319.23(6). The seller is not on the hook for that penalty, but the seller can still face headaches if no notice of sale was filed because the FLHSMV record still shows the seller as the owner. That is exactly why filing the notice promptly matters.
Sellers who later receive a toll bill, parking ticket, or red-light citation tied to the sold vehicle should respond with a copy of the filed Form 82058 and the FLHSMV portal confirmation. Most agencies dismiss the charge once they see the notice of sale.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
Form 82058 is short, but the mistakes are expensive. Below are the ten most common errors and the consequences each one triggers.
- Writing a $1 sale price for a real sale. The Department of Revenue can audit the transaction under Fla. Stat. § 212.06(8) and reassess sales tax on the vehicle’s average retail value plus penalties.
- Skipping the odometer box on a vehicle under 20 years old. The title application is rejected, and the buyer must return for a new form, delaying the sale.
- Misspelling the buyer’s legal name. FLHSMV mails the title to the wrong name, the buyer files a duplicate request, and the seller’s notice of sale stays unmatched.
- Failing to file the notice of sale within 30 days. The seller stays liable for tolls and tickets racked up by the new owner.
- Forgetting to remove the license plate. The seller can be cited for transferring an active plate with the vehicle, which is a Florida traffic violation.
- Letting the buyer sign for the seller. This is title fraud under Fla. Stat. § 319.33 and can carry felony exposure.
- Using whiteout or scribbling over a wrong entry. Tax collectors reject any altered field; you must start over with a clean form.
- Checking the Gift box on a non-family transfer. The Department of Revenue will collect the missed sales tax with penalties later.
- Leaving the co-purchaser line blank when there are two buyers. Only one buyer ends up on title, and the second buyer must file Form HSMV 82994 or a new application to be added.
- Filing the notice in person without keeping a copy. Without proof of filing, you cannot defend against later toll bills.
Do’s and Don’ts
The do’s and don’ts below distill thirty years of Florida title-transfer experience into quick guidance.
- Do download a fresh copy of Form HSMV 82058 on the day of the sale because revisions happen quietly.
- Do file the seller’s notice of sale through the FLHSMV online portal the same day you hand over the keys.
- Do remove your license plate before the buyer drives away because Florida plates belong to the seller, not the vehicle.
- Do keep a scanned copy of the signed form for at least four years, matching the Florida sales tax audit window.
- Do match the seller’s signature exactly to the name printed on the Florida title to avoid clerk rejection.
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Do complete the odometer disclosure under 49 CFR § 580 for any vehicle under 20 model years old.
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Don’t backdate the date of sale because the liability shield does not begin until actual delivery.
- Don’t accept a personal check from a stranger and release the title before the check clears, because a bounced check after a filed notice of sale leaves you out the vehicle and the cash.
- Don’t write “$1” or “$0” to dodge sales tax because the Department of Revenue audits low-value transfers and assesses tax on retail value.
- Don’t leave required fields blank; write N/A so a reviewer knows the field was considered.
- Don’t notarize the form yourself even if you are a notary; you may not notarize your own signature under Fla. Stat. § 117.107.
- Don’t rely on a verbal promise that the buyer will “title it next week”; file your own notice of sale immediately so your liability ends today.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Most Florida private sellers can complete Form 82058 themselves, but some situations call for help from a tax collector counter, a title service, or an attorney. Each path has trade-offs.
Pros of filing on your own:
- It costs nothing beyond the standard title fees because you skip a service charge.
- You control the timing and can file the online notice of sale within minutes of delivery.
- You learn the process and can repeat it confidently for future sales.
- You keep your buyer’s information private rather than sharing it with a middleman.
- You avoid scheduling delays at busy tax collector offices.
Cons of filing on your own:
- A single mistake can trigger title rejection and force a second trip.
- You bear full responsibility for the odometer disclosure under 49 U.S.C. § 32705.
- You must research lien, gift, and inheritance edge cases yourself.
- You may miss the 30-day notice-of-sale window if life gets busy.
- You handle any post-sale toll or ticket disputes alone.
Pros of getting professional help:
- A title service or attorney spots issues like missing lien releases before they delay the sale.
- A tax collector clerk reviews the form line by line at the counter.
- Estate, divorce, and out-of-state transfers get specialized handling.
- A notary or attorney signature adds authentication weight for cross-state buyers.
- Fees are modest, often $50 to $150, compared to the cost of a botched filing.
Filing by Mail vs. Online vs. In Person
The table below compares the three primary filing channels so you can pick the best fit.
| Filing Feature | Channel and Detail |
|---|---|
| Fastest channel | Online portal — instant timestamp |
| Lowest cost for notice | Online — $0 fee for notice of sale |
| Best for buyer titling | In person at tax collector — $77.25 to $80.25 plus tax |
| Best paper trail | Mail with USPS Certified — green card receipt |
| Processing time online | 24 to 48 hours to update record |
| Processing time by mail | 10 to 15 business days |
| Best for vessels and out-of-state buyers | In person plus notary block on form |
| Proof of filing | Portal screenshot, certified mail receipt, or counter receipt |
FAQs
Do I need to notarize Form HSMV 82058?
No. Florida does not require notarization for an ordinary private vehicle sale. A notary may help for vessels, out-of-state buyers, or estate sales, but it is optional under Fla. Stat. § 319.22.
Can I file the seller’s notice of sale online?
Yes. Use the FLHSMV “Report a Sold Vehicle” portal to file the notice in minutes. Save the confirmation as your proof of filing.
How long do I have to file the notice of sale after the sale?
Yes, file within 30 days. Fla. Stat. § 319.22(2) ties your liability shield to prompt filing, and SunPass and law enforcement update records once the notice posts.
Do I write the buyer’s name in Box 3 if there are two buyers?
Yes. Write the first buyer in the Purchaser line and the second buyer in the Co-Purchaser line. Use AND for both signatures or OR for either signature on future transfers.
What do I write in the odometer box on a 25-year-old vehicle?
No reading is needed. Write EXEMPT across the box because vehicles 20 model years and older are exempt under 49 CFR § 580.17.
Can I write “$1” if I’m selling to a family member?
No. Write the true price or check the Gift box. The Department of Revenue audits $1 sales under Fla. Stat. § 212.06(8) and assesses tax on retail value.
Do I need to fill out Section 4 if my address is the same as on my license?
Yes. Always complete the Seller Information block in full because FLHSMV uses it to mail post-sale correspondence and to confirm your identity at processing.
Can the buyer use Form 82058 to register the vehicle without the title?
No. The buyer must also present the Florida Certificate of Title properly assigned by the seller. Form 82058 supplements the title; it does not replace it.
Does Form 82058 work for vessel transfers?
Yes. The same form covers vessels, mobile homes, OHVs, and motor vehicles. Use the HIN in the VIN box for vessels and write EXEMPT on the odometer line.
What if the title has two names with “AND” between them?
Yes, both owners must sign. The AND designation requires every co-owner’s signature; OR lets either co-owner sign alone under FLHSMV Procedure TL-10.
Can I correct a mistake with whiteout?
No. Tax collectors reject altered forms. Start a fresh copy of Form HSMV 82058 and complete it cleanly in blue or black ink.
Do I keep my license plate when I sell the vehicle?
Yes. Florida plates belong to the seller. Remove the plate at delivery and either transfer it to another vehicle or surrender it to a tax collector office.
Is sales tax owed on a true gift between parent and child?
No, under Rule 12A-1.007, F.A.C., parent-to-child gifts with no money exchanged are exempt. Check the Gift box and keep proof of the family relationship.
What happens if I never file the notice of sale?
No liability shield kicks in. The vehicle stays in your name, and tolls, tickets, and civil claims tied to the VIN keep coming to you until you file Form 82058 with FLHSMV.
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