Document background
The For Sale As Is Contract is a specialized agreement used in Switzerland when selling assets in their existing condition without standard warranties. This document type is particularly relevant when the seller wishes to limit their liability for the asset's condition while remaining compliant with Swiss law, specifically the Code of Obligations (OR/CO). It's commonly used for second-hand equipment, used vehicles, real estate requiring renovation, or any asset where the buyer accepts the current condition with known defects. The contract includes crucial elements such as detailed asset description, explicit warranty disclaimers, condition acknowledgments, and risk transfer provisions. While it limits seller liability, it must still comply with mandatory Swiss consumer protection provisions that cannot be contractually excluded.
