# Car Buying Paperwork 101 in Switzerland

Ownership in Switzerland is not a handshake. It is a process.

## The Kaufvertrag
The foundational legal document. Must include price, mileage, warranty terms.

## The Fahrzeugausweis
The Gray Card — the car's identity document. Verify the Annullationsstempel before paying.

## The Versicherungsnachweis
Digital insurance confirmation sent to the Strassenverkehrsamt. No signal = no plates.

## Form 13.20A
Required for new or imported vehicles. Verifies CO2 and customs compliance.