The purchase of a car for long-term rental to the self-employed spouse can constitute an entrepreneurial (economic) activity. The landlord’s input tax deduction is not contrary to the system and therefore not abusive.
Source: haufe.de
For a similar development in the Netherlands, please check this post.
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