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The For Sale As Is Contract is a crucial document in South African commercial and private transactions where items or property are sold in their existing condition without warranties beyond those required by law. This document type emerged from the need to balance seller protection with consumer rights, particularly following the implementation of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. The contract incorporates the traditional South African 'voetstoots' clause while adhering to modern consumer protection requirements. It's commonly used for sales of used equipment, property, vehicles, or other assets where the seller wishes to limit their liability for the item's condition. The document includes detailed descriptions of the item's current state, known defects, and explicit acknowledgments from the buyer regarding inspection and acceptance of the item's condition. This contract type is particularly relevant in today's market where transparency in transactions is paramount while still protecting sellers' interests.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of the seller and purchaser, including registration/ID numbers and addresses

2. Background: Briefly explains the context of the sale and confirms the seller's ownership of the item/property

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'as is' condition

4. Subject Matter of Sale: Detailed description of the item/property being sold in its current condition

5. Purchase Price: Specifies the agreed purchase price and payment terms

6. As Is Condition and Disclaimers: Explicit statements about the 'as is' nature of the sale and specific disclaimers of warranties

7. Acknowledgment of Inspection: Purchaser's confirmation of having inspected the item/property and acceptance of its condition

8. Risk and Delivery: Transfer of risk and delivery/collection arrangements

9. Voetstoots Clause: South African common law principle confirming sale without warranties

10. Compliance with Laws: Confirmation of compliance with relevant legislation, including Consumer Protection Act disclaimers where permitted

11. Costs: Allocation of transaction costs between parties

12. Breach: Consequences of breach by either party

13. Notices: How formal notices between parties should be given

14. General Terms: Standard contractual provisions including whole agreement, variation, and governing law

15. Signature: Execution clause and signature blocks