Frequently asked questions about 80k

Everything you need to know about listings, pricing, publishing a vehicle and using 80k, in one place.

Which vehicles can be listed?+

80k is reserved for premium, sports, luxury and collector cars with a sale price of CHF 80'000 or more. Listings must comply with the platform's quality and verification rules.

Can private sellers publish a listing?+

Yes. Private sellers can publish eligible vehicles from CHF 80'000. Conditions, limits and any applicable fees are shown on the Sellers page.

Can dealers publish listings?+

Yes. Dealers and professionals can publish their eligible vehicles and use a dedicated seller area. Professional plans are matched to the volume of vehicles published.

Is the platform for private sellers or professionals?+

The platform is open to private sellers and professionals alike. The account type is separate from the seller profile and determines the applicable rules and offers.

What are the fees for private sellers?+

Private buyers: - Buyers page: Alert 1, Alert 2, Alert 3, Alert 4 (see «How do buyer subscriptions work?»).

Private sellers — 2026 launch phase (until 31.12.2026 23:59:59): - Subscription: Private Plan Free 2026 - Status: Test member - Price: Free - Rights: 2 active listings maximum - Account deletion: does not block deletion (free subscription)

Private sellers — from 2027: - Subscription: Private Plan Paid 2027 - Price: CHF 299.– / year - Rights: 2 active listings maximum

Dealers: - Sellers page: Pro Plan 1, Pro Plan 2, Pro Plan 3 (according to the price list). - 2026 launch phase: Pro Plan 3 free for every registered dealer (Test member status).

What is the offer for sellers in 2026?+

During the 2026 launch phase (until 31.12.2026 23:59:59, Swiss time), the following offers apply:

Private sellers: - Subscription: Private Plan Free 2026 - Status: Test member - Price: Free - Rights: 2 active listings maximum - End: 31.12.2026 23:59:59 (Swiss time) - Account deletion: does not block deletion (free subscription)

Dealers: - Subscription: Pro Plan 3 - Status: Test member - Price: Free - Rights: unlimited listings - End: 31.12.2026 23:59:59 (Swiss time) - Account deletion: does not block deletion (free subscription)

After expiry (from 01.01.2027): - Current listings are paused (no longer publicly visible). - Data (photos, information) is kept for 3 months. - You can reactivate your listings by taking out a paid subscription. - After 3 months, listings are permanently deleted (unless immediate deletion is requested).

What happens after the launch phase?+

End of the launch phase: 31.12.2026 23:59:59 (Swiss time).

From 01.01.2027:

Private sellers: - Subscription: Private Plan Paid 2027 - Price: CHF 299.– / year - Rights: 2 active listings maximum - Status: Member (no longer «Test member»)

Dealers: - Subscriptions: Pro Plan 1, Pro Plan 2, Pro Plan 3 (according to the price list) - Status: Member (no longer «Test member»)

Listings published in 2026: - Paused on 01.01.2027 (no longer publicly visible). - Kept for 3 months (data, photos). - Reactivable by taking out a paid subscription. - Permanently deleted after 3 months (unless immediate deletion is requested).

New listings from 2027: - Subject to the prices shown on the Sellers page. - No vehicle can be published without an active subscription.

Do private and professional accounts have different rules during the launch phase?+

During the 2026 launch phase:

Private sellers: - Subscription: Private Plan Free 2026 - Status: Test member - Price: Free - Rights: 2 active listings maximum - A private seller cannot take out an Pro Plan (reserved for dealers).

Dealers: - Subscription: Pro Plan 3 (activated automatically for every dealer registered in 2026) - Status: Test member - Price: Free - Rights: unlimited listings

Common rule: - All seller accounts can publish their eligible vehicles from CHF 80,000 free of charge. - There is no difference in the free-of-charge rule between private sellers and dealers during this period. - Free subscriptions do not block account deletion.

From 01.01.2027: - Private sellers: Private Plan Paid 2027, CHF 299.– / year, 2 active listings maximum. - Dealers: Pro Plan 1, Pro Plan 2 or Pro Plan 3 according to the price list. - 2026 listings are paused, kept for 3 months and reactivable by taking out a paid subscription.

Why list on 80k if the car is already on AutoScout24?+

80k is a complementary channel specialising in high-end vehicles from CHF 80'000. The platform offers a dedicated, ad-free environment with a presentation centred on the car and an audience interested in this segment.

Your vehicles are showcased as luxury objects in a premium display, on a par with a prestigious watch or an exceptional piece of jewellery. Premium vehicles (Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Maserati, McLaren) are not found next to Fiat Panda, Renault Twingo or other mass-market vehicles as on generalist platforms.

Why choose 80k?

- Premium showcase: refined presentation, HD photos, vehicle history.

- Qualified audience: serious buyers looking for 80k+ vehicles.

- Ad-free: clean experience focused on the vehicle.

- Exclusivity: only luxury and collector vehicles.

- Maximum visibility: your listings are highlighted, not buried in a generalist catalogue.

80k is the address for exceptional vehicles in Switzerland.

What sets 80k apart from AutoScout24?+

80k focuses exclusively on premium, sports, luxury and collector cars from CHF 80'000. The platform favours a targeted selection, an ad-free experience, detailed listings and simple offers. AutoScout24 covers a much broader automotive market.

If there is no advertising, how is 80k funded?+

80k is funded by the publication offers and plans available to private and professional sellers. The platform does not rely on advertising shown to visitors, which keeps the experience centred on the cars and the buyers.

Does 80k take a commission on the sale?+

No. 80k does not charge any commission on the sale of a vehicle.

The platform connects sellers and buyers directly, but does not take part in the negotiation, conclusion or payment of the transaction.

80k is funded by :

- Listing offers and plans available to private and professional sellers (Sellers page).

- Buyer subscriptions with personalised alerts for luxury vehicles (Buyers page).

Applicable prices are shown on the Sellers and Buyers pages.

Can I contact the seller directly?+

Yes. Buyers can contact the seller directly via the contact form available in each vehicle listing. 80k does not act as seller, buyer or agent in the transaction.

Are listings verified?+

Yes. Each listing is manually reviewed by the 80k Back Office before it is published.

A listing is publicly visible only after approval. This review helps maintain the platform’s quality standards and verify the overall consistency of the information provided.

This review does not replace the checks that a buyer must carry out before entering into any transaction.

How do I create a seller account?+

You can create your seller account from the Sell, Sellers or Login pages, by clicking on the account creation button (« Create an account » or « Create a pro account », depending on the chosen subscription).

During registration, you choose your own password. It remains strictly personal and confidential.

How do I contact 80k?+

All necessary information to contact the 80k team is available on the Contact page. You will find our phone and WhatsApp contact details, opening hours, as well as a form to send a structured question.

Are emails sent by 80k secure?+

Yes. All emails sent by 80k (confirmations, alerts, buyer contacts, notifications) are encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3 (Transport Layer Security).

This means that: - Your emails are protected against interception during transit. - Mail servers (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.) receive emails via an encrypted connection. - No data is sent in plain text over the network.

TLS 1.3 encryption is the current security standard for email communications in 2026.

I'm European. Can I buy a subscription as a buyer on 80k.ch?+

Yes, absolutely!

European buyers are welcome on 80k.ch. You can: - Create a buyer account from any European country. - Pay in CHF (Swiss francs) via your bank account with CHF currency or a service like Revolut. - Receive alerts for luxury vehicles in Switzerland.

Why buy in Switzerland?

Switzerland offers an exceptional vehicle fleet quality: - Well-maintained roads: less vehicle wear. - Dry climate: no marine humidity, less corrosion than coastal areas. - Transparent history: regular maintenance at original manufacturer garages. - Rigorous technical inspection: Switzerland has a stricter and more professional vehicle inspection system (MCR) than most European countries, guaranteeing high maintenance standards and optimal mechanical condition. - Premium vehicles: wide selection of Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini and other luxury brands.

Important note: 80k.ch does not handle: - The sale of vehicles (0% commission). - Import or customs clearance. - Administrative formalities (VAT, registration).

Inquire with: - The seller for purchase terms. - Swiss customs authorities for export. - Your country's authorities for import.

How do buyer subscriptions work?+

80k.ch offers 4 buyer subscriptions:

Alert 1 — 1 vehicle alert — CHF 5.– / month or CHF 50.– / year: - 1 active vehicle alert. - Weekly email alerts (summary once a week). - In-app notifications (result visible in your buyer area). - Mandatory and secondary criteria. - Full and partial matches.

Alert 2 — 1 vehicle alert + Priority — CHF 10.– / month or CHF 100.– / year: - 1 active vehicle alert. - Instant email alerts (within 5 min) + daily summary. - In-app notifications (result visible in your buyer area). - Mandatory and secondary criteria. - Full and partial matches. - Priority Alerts: sees listings first.

Alert 3 — Unlimited alerts — CHF 20.– / month or CHF 200.– / year: - Unlimited vehicle alerts. - Weekly email alerts (summary once a week). - In-app notifications (result visible in your buyer area). - Mandatory and secondary criteria. - Full and partial matches. - Notification history available.

Alert 4 — Unlimited alerts + Priority — CHF 40.– / month or CHF 400.– / year: - Unlimited vehicle alerts. - Instant email alerts (within 5 min) + daily summary. - In-app notifications (result visible in your buyer area). - Mandatory and secondary criteria. - Full and partial matches. - Priority Alerts: sees listings first. - Notification history available.

All subscriptions include: - Matches for your alerts visible directly in your buyer area. - Annual payment available for every plan.

Cancellation: - Possible at any time. - The subscription stays active until the end of the current period. - Alerts are kept for 3 months after the end of the period. - Permanently deleted after 3 months (or immediately on request).

Changing subscription: - Request via the contact page (category «Subscription change request»). - If the payment is confirmed and the product allowed, processing is automatic. - Otherwise, human validation is required.

Can I delete my account?+

**It depends on your subscription.**

**Free subscription (2026 launch phase):** - Immediate deletion from « My Account » - No need to cancel the subscription - Your data is kept for 3 months, then permanently deleted - **VIP service:** Contact us during these 3 months to restore your account

**Paid subscription:** - You must first cancel your subscription - Wait for it to expire, then delete your account - Your data is kept for 3 months, then permanently deleted - **VIP service:** Contact us during these 3 months to restore your account

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