car sale contract template australia

Looking for a car sale contract template in Australia? Keep it simple, clear, and boring—in paperwork, boring is beautiful.

Include full buyer/seller details (names, addresses, licence numbers), vehicle ID (VIN, rego, make/model/year, odometer), the agreed price and deposit, payment method, date/time of handover, and whether it’s sold as‑is or with any warranty.

State the PPSR status (no finance owing), note the roadworthy/safety certificate if required in your state, list supplied keys/books/accessories, and capture both parties’ signatures and IDs.

Add any conditions (e.g., subject to inspection, clear PPSR, or RWC) and who handles transfer and stamp duty; private sales usually have no cooling‑off, dealers often do.

Do a quick PPSR check before money changes hands and give each party a signed copy—future‑you will thank present‑you.

Templates from motoring clubs or your state road authority are a safe bet; laws vary by state, so read the fine print before the ink dries.