How to Draft a Private Vehicle Sale Contract in Gelida: Downloadable Template
Buying or selling a used vehicle between individuals in Spain involves specific legal steps to ensure both parties are protected. A Contrato de Compraventa de Vehículo entre Particulares is a private legal agreement that establishes the terms of the sale, the condition of the vehicle, and the transfer of liability. Using a formal contract is essential to prevent future disputes regarding hidden defects or administrative issues, ensuring the transaction is legally binding under the Spanish Civil Code.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in Gelida
While this private contract does not need to be submitted to the local town hall (Ayuntamiento) of Gelida, it is the foundational document required for the subsequent administrative steps:
- Sign the contract: Both the buyer and seller must sign every page of the document in duplicate.
- Pay the ITP (Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales): You must pay the transfer tax at the Generalitat de Catalunya (Agència Tributària de Catalunya). This is usually done online or at a designated bank office.
- DGT Transfer: Once the tax is paid and the contract is signed, you must request an appointment at the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) office in Barcelona or complete the transfer via their electronic headquarters (Sede Electrónica) to officially change the ownership in the registry.
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT
En Gelida, a [Date] de [Month] de [Year] / In Gelida, on [Date] of [Month] of [Year]
REUNIDOS / THE PARTIES:
VENDEDOR (SELLER): D/Dña. [Full Name], con DNI/NIE [ID Number], y domicilio en [Address].
COMPRADOR (BUYER): D/Dña. [Full Name], con DNI/NIE [ID Number], y domicilio en [Address].
OBJETO / THE VEHICLE:
Marca/Model: [Brand/Model] | Matrícula/Plate: [License Plate] | Bastidor/VIN: [VIN Number].
CLÁUSULAS / TERMS:
1. El VENDEDOR vende al COMPRADOR el vehículo arriba indicado por el precio de [Price in Euros] euros. / The SELLER sells to the BUYER the vehicle indicated above for the price of [Price in Euros] euros.
2. El VENDEDOR declara que el vehículo está libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The SELLER declares the vehicle is free of charges and liens.
3. El COMPRADOR declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo. / The BUYER declares to know the current condition of the vehicle.
Firmas / Signatures:
El Vendedor / The Seller: ____________________
El Comprador / The Buyer: ____________________
Additional documentation required
To complete the process successfully in the Barcelona province, ensure you have the following documents ready:
- Originals and photocopies of the DNI/NIE of both parties.
- The vehicle's "Permiso de Circulación" (Registration Certificate).
- The "Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica" (ITV card) with the technical inspection stamp in force.
- Proof of payment of the ITP (Modelo 620).
- Proof of payment of the local "Impuesto de Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) for the previous year.
Expert Tip: Always perform a "Informe de Vehículo" through the DGT website before signing the contract. This small fee (approx. 9 euros) will tell you if the car has any outstanding fines, embargos, or if it is currently restricted from being sold. Never hand over the keys or the vehicle until you have confirmed the payment has been fully received and the contract is signed by both parties.