What is the best time to sell your car in Switzerland?
Discover the right time to sell your car in Switzerland with our professional advice and our commission-free consignment solution.
Spring: peak activity
From March to June, buyers are very active. Why?
- Holiday preparation, desire for renewal, life changes (family, work).
- Longer days encourage viewings and test drives.
- The vehicle looks better visually (no salt, no snow, natural light).
« In spring, a well-presented vehicle can sell 5 to 10% more expensive than in winter. » — RG Automotive advice
Summer: apparent calm, targeted opportunities
- Fewer listings = less competition on platforms.
- SUVs, vans and convertibles are highly sought after for summer trips.
Our advice: if you have a vehicle suited for leisure, now is the right time.
Autumn: sell before winter
- Buyers want a reliable and equipped vehicle (winter tires, recent service).
- If your inspection is expiring soon, it's time to sell without redoing a check.
Winter: less favorable… except for some
- Activity slows down between December and February.
- But 4x4s, commercial vehicles, and front-wheel drive cars are sought after before the first snow.
« A SUV in good condition with winter tires never stays online for long, even in January. »
Did you know?
A private individual sells their vehicle on average 2 to 3 months slower than a professional. And often with a loss of 1'000 to 2'000 CHF due to poor presentation or poorly positioned pricing.
What if you used RG Automotive's consignment service?
Our consignment service allows you to sell your car:
- Without listing fees
- With professional publication on AutoScout24 (and other Swiss platforms)
- With professional photos, retouching, SEO-optimized description
- Without dealing with calls, negotiations, test drives, paperwork
- And without paying anything until the vehicle is sold
The only thing deducted? Our clear and transparent commission, only once the sale is completed:
- Up to CHF 9'999.– : 10%
- From CHF 10'000.– to 19'999.– : 7.5%
- From CHF 20'000.– to 49'999.– : 5%
- 50'000+ CHF : 4%
« You save time, you sell better, and you avoid the hassle. It's that simple. » — RG Automotive
Conclusion
Yes, timing matters. But the right sales channel is even more decisive. At RG Automotive, we help you sell faster, better, and without stress.