Smart Deal Calculator
Stop relying on optimistic estimates. Simulate the deal’s actual net profit, including § 25a pitfalls, EU and export cases, input VAT and preparation costs.
The dealer calculator
Simulate purchases, sales and taxes in real time. See your net profit immediately and whether § 25a is available.
1. Purchase
Automatic assessment: § 25a available.
2. Additional costs
Costs reduce profit, but under § 25a they do not reduce the taxable margin.
3. Sale
VAT payable
Gross return
Net profit
Analysis Margin scheme
Too complicated?
Autaxo performs this calculation automatically in the background for every vehicle.
Continuous improvement in purchasing
In vehicle trading, the best operator is not necessarily the one selling the most cars, but the one completing the most efficient deals. Every purchase introduces both economic and tax risk. The calculator turns three frequently misjudged factors into visible numbers:
- The cost trap under § 25a Repairs reduce profit, but normally do not reduce the margin-scheme VAT base.
- The EU dilemma An EU dealer receiving a § 25a gross invoice cannot deduct input VAT. Opting for standard taxation may produce the better transaction.
- Cash flow versus profit A high gross return on paper means little if VAT is calculated from the wrong tax base.
Why calculation beats intuition
The gut-feeling calculation
“Buy for €10k, spend €1k, sell for €13k. That is €2,000 profit.”
Actual profit is often below €1,200.
Smart deal analysis
Enter the exact purchase source and buyer type, then compare the relevant tax scenario.
Repeatable decision.
Deep dive in the knowledge base
The practical § 25a guide
Understand the mathematics, EU pitfalls, export evidence and correct invoicing behind the calculator.
This calculator is an orientation aid for standard cases and does not constitute tax advice.