Do not hand over the keys on the strength of a screenshot.
Create a detailed draft recording the vehicle, agreed price, disclosed condition and exact handover arrangements. Share it with the buyer before paying anything, then sign the final agreement online.
Require cleared funds before releasing the vehicle
Record what you disclosed about its condition and history
Define when ownership, risk and responsibility pass
Create a tailored agreement and keep the completed document with supporting signing evidence.
Detailed vehicle record
Capture identifying details, payment, condition, disclosures and handover.
Draft before committing
Share the proposed terms while there is still time to clarify questions.
Online signatures
Both parties can sign from a phone, tablet or computer.
Evidence to retain
Keep the signed agreement and its supporting audit record.
YOUR AGREEMENT + SUPPORTING SIGNING RECORD
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Motor Vehicle Sale Agreement
Prepared from your answers · Designed for private sales in Ireland
Vehicle
Registration, VIN and odometer
Payment
Price and payment method
Condition
Inspection and disclosures
Handover
Date, location and documents
A clear record before the exchange
Record what was disclosed, what will be paid and when ownership and risk pass.
Seller signatureBuyer signature
SigSwift
Supporting audit certificate
Records the electronic consent, signing activity and document integrity associated with the completed agreement.
Review-stage record
The final review snapshot is locked before payment
Signer activity
Consent and signature events are associated with each party
Document integrity
SHA-256 hashes support integrity checks
Completion record
The agreement lifecycle is recorded
Supporting evidence does not replace appropriate vehicle, identity, finance or legal checks.
Illustrative previews. Your agreement depends on the answers and circumstances selected.
A LITTLE MORE CLARITY
Frequently asked questions
Plain-English answers about recording a private vehicle sale.
Can either party create the draft?
Yes. The seller or buyer can create the draft and share it with the other party before either decides to proceed.
Does the agreement replace a vehicle-history or finance check?
No. The agreement records the seller's disclosures and the parties' terms, but the buyer should still carry out appropriate independent checks.
When should the seller release the vehicle?
The agreement provides that the seller should not release the vehicle or keys until the full purchase price has been received in cleared funds.
Can photographs form part of the record?
The agreement can include vehicle-condition photographs, helping both parties retain evidence of the vehicle's appearance at the time of sale.
Do we need a printer?
No. Both parties can review and sign online using a phone, tablet or computer.
Are electronic signatures recognised in Ireland?
Yes. In Ireland, sections 13 and 19 of the Electronic Commerce Act 2000 recognise the use of electronic signatures and electronic contracts, subject to the applicable conditions, including consent. At EU level, Article 25(1) of Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 (the eIDAS Regulation), as amended, provides that an electronic signature cannot be denied legal effect or admissibility as evidence solely because it is electronic or is not a qualified electronic signature. SigSwift records each party’s consent to use electronic records and signatures and their active signing event. The usual requirements for forming an agreement still apply, and some specialised documents may require additional formalities.
Carry out appropriate independent checks and seek professional advice where the ownership, condition or legal position is unclear.
Private Motor Vehicle Sale Agreement
Record the deal before the handover.
Create a draft, share it with the other party and agree the vehicle details, disclosures, payment and handover before signing online.
€25 including VAT when your draft is finalCreate My Shareable DraftCreate, review and share before payment
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