eBay Motors Vehicle Fee Calculator

eBay Motors uses a different fee structure than regular listings: flat listing packages plus a capped 2.8% FVF.

What this calculator does

Listing packages: Basic

9, Plus $39, Premium $79. FVF: 2.8% of up to $50,000 (capped at $225 max).

How it works

Example: Sell a

5,000 car with Basic package:

9 listing + $225 FVF cap = $244 total fees.

When to use this calculator

This tool is most useful during planning and review cycles: setting targets, evaluating performance, or comparing options. Standardised metrics make comparisons across periods or business units reliable.

Common mistakes

Many business metric errors arise from using the wrong time period for the calculation. Annualising a figure from a seasonal month, or averaging a figure that changes over time, can produce misleading results that don't reflect steady-state performance.

Real-world scenarios

A startup founder uses the calculator to determine break-even point: fixed monthly costs £12,000, variable cost per unit £18, selling price £42. Break-even is 500 units per month — a concrete sales target that the team can evaluate against pipeline and capacity.

Frequently asked questions

How much does eBay charge to sell a car?

9–$79 listing fee + $225 max FVF. Total cost is typically $244–$304 regardless of sale price.