Document background
The Certificate of Sale Car (Kaufvertrag für ein Kraftfahrzeug) is a crucial document in Austrian vehicle transactions, required whenever ownership of a motor vehicle is transferred between parties. This document is essential for both private and commercial vehicle sales in Austria, serving as official proof of the transaction and enabling the new owner to register the vehicle. The certificate must comply with Austrian legal requirements, including the ABGB (Austrian Civil Code) and KFG (Motor Vehicles Act), and includes detailed information about the vehicle, parties involved, purchase terms, and vehicle condition. It protects both buyer and seller by clearly documenting the terms of sale, vehicle condition, and transfer of ownership. The document is particularly important as it's required by Austrian vehicle registration authorities to process ownership transfers and is often requested by insurance companies and financing institutions.
