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How to Buy and Export car from the USA

2015-11-16T20:04:04.0300000

If you are going to import motors vehicles or motorcycles from the United States, first make sure you are aware of current import regulations in your home country. Taking a car from the USA is a relatively simple and profitable business, especially for residents of those countries in which the automotive industry is not well-developed or marked as absent at all.

The whole process of buying and exporting cars from American automobile market can be taken in a few stages.

First stage is finding a safe international shipping company. You need to verify whether the company you are seeking to do business with is completely legit. These precautions will reduce any risk of frauds and scams.

The main method to verify the reliability is to check its profile on the official website of Better Business Bureau. BBB is a well-known North American organization that ensures safe marketplace where customers and sellers can trust each other. Everyone in the United States knows about this website. You сфт find it on the Web and search the company name or telephone in the search directory of the website. If the name of the company you are searching for - shows, the company can be deemed trustworthy.

Second stage is to get to know your country’s permits and regulations. This is a complex subject, because it talks about taxation in different countries. There are two major groups of clients, seeking to buy a vehicle from the United States. First group consists of people living in the USA, who want to send a car to their beloved relatives or partners residing in another country. In this case, the best solution is to contact the embassy of that country in the Washington, DC for most embassies are located there.

The second part that intend on exporting cars are people outside the U.S. these people need to look up for current regulations on official websites with .gov domain.

The third stage of purchasing process involves finding a car. Plenty options will be opened for you once you decided what vehicle you need. But it is strongly advisable to check the history background of a chosen car even if the car seems a smoking deal to you. If online seller is reliable and, like, established, they will provide you with a condition report. Just make sure to ask for it.

The last step is arranging payment. Many online car sellers accept money in multiple ways. Most definitely, one of the payment methods they will be offering you is bank wire transfer. The second one is credit card payment.

If you arranged everything carefully, you will be hearing the jingle of your car keys shortly after placing your order. A purchase can be considered successful if you got exactly what you saw.

New LED Matrix Headlamps In New Audi Q5

2016-09-26T19:10:59.9070000

Updated crossover will hit the market with LED matrix headlamps. For some markets, they will be included in a standard set of equipment.

Audi in full swing is preparing for the world premiere of a new generation of mid-sized Q5 crossover. At this time, PR managers again have slightly opened the curtain and revealed the headlamp of the light head, the bonnet and the bumper, also was demonstrated volume of the luggage compartment.

Matrix head optics Audi Q5 didn’t surprise. In network has already appeared video, where you can see all the possibilities of the lights.

Headlights are adaptive and regulate light intensity and the light beam depending on the traffic situation. That is, with this option, a driver of new Audi will not dazzle oncoming vehicles. This of course affects a traffic safety.

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We all already know a format of teaser video of the new Audi Q5: first, the company offers us to choose between certain characteristics and / or properties. In the case of luggage space - usability, when it is possible to create everything you need for a great family outing, or "lightheadedness" for the "victims of shopping" (a characteristic of the company), which, however, also need a lot of space for shopping. The result - there is no need to choose anything, the new Audi Q5 is universal. Note that the lights of crossover still remained on the trunk lid.

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World premiere of the new Audi Q5 will be held in a few days at the end of September in the framework of the Paris Motor Show. It is possible that all the details, including the official photos and videos will appear before that date. Earlier, the company has published a video of the car multimedia.

BMW M8 - What’s New?

2016-10-07T20:33:42.7700000

It is known that M-coupe version of 8 series probably will debut in 2019 and will be able to seriously compete with such brands like Aston Martin Rapide, Bentley Continental GT and Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupé.

Some famous web sites reported that under the hood of BMW M8 Coupe will be set twin turbocharged V8 volume of 4.0 liters, the power of which exceeds 600 hp.
This is not surprising, because under the hood of current M version of the flagship "7" are 609 "horses".
The new coupe will be available with both rear and all-wheel drive.

It is believed the car will be dispersed in less than 4 seconds to 100 km / h. Recall that M760Li xDrive to 100 km / h accelerates in 3.7 seconds.

Note that in 1990, BMW produced a one-off prototype M8, equipped with a six-liter "aspirated» V12 with return more than 600 hp, but the design for this compartment was closed due to fears of a lack of demand for such an extreme version of the car and the high cost of development. The compromise became BMW 850 CSi, released in 1992 with an engine capacity of 380 hp volume of 5.4 liters.

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BMW 8 Series Coupe has started road testing. It is assumed that "8" will replace sixth series of vehicles. This is indirectly confirmed by the concepts of the company: in 2013 Germans showed BMW Gran Lusso Coupe, which anticipates "two door" 8 Series, and a year later presented BMW Vision Future Luxury - it is probably the forerunner of the model in the back of a four-door type Gran Coupe.

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Cars of 8 series,in which also will be included versions with an open top CLAR will be created on the platform, which is the basis of a new generation 7 Series and the upcoming debut of the next generation of 5 Series.

In design of the car will be used magnesium, aluminum, carbon fiber and high-strength steel; goal - to achieve the best results on the level of rigidity of the body and curb weight.

Debut of BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance in China

2016-09-07T14:34:36.5630000

BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance became the first plug-in hybrid crossover in the segment of premium compact SUV.

The model will be manufactured in China at the facilities of BMW-Brilliance joint venture. Hybrid Installation "SUV" consists of a three-cylinder turbo engine capacity of 1.5 liters and an electric motor on the rear axle.

The internal combustion engine has an output of 134 hp (220 Nm) and is mounted with a 6-speed transmission. The return of the electric motor is 94 hp and 165 Nm. In conjunction, they accelerate X1 from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.4 seconds. Maximum speed of the electric range is 120 km / h.

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The manufacturer claims that the average consumption of BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance in the combined cycle is 1.8 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. The battery capacity of 10.7 kWh enables the electric range of 60 km. It required 3.7 hours, and for 80% of full charge - 2.9 hours. With a full tank of petrol (35 liters), the car can cover a distance of 630 km on one tank filling.

The design of the new version xDrive25Le iPerformance, is no different from the standard X1. The only difference is the additional cover, built-in left front fender and logo BMW «i» under the lid port charging and rear rack.

Sales of BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance in China will begin in the end of this year or early next. The price of the new cross is not yet known.

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Sedan Alfa Romeo Giulia And Its Handsome Fellow - The Utility Version

2016-11-01T20:23:48.6370000

Maybe for someone it will be strange and unexpected, but soon beautiful sedan Alfa Romeo Giulia may receive a handsome fellow - its utility version.

Alfa Romeo was trying to gain a foothold in the size of a D segment utility vehicles in 2000. And it happened when Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon 2000 appeared. By the way, this was definitely one of the most beautiful wagon on the markets of the Old World. The appropriate version will be available soon in Giulia line.

Automotive News Europe knows from trusted sources that it will be available soon with the possible designation of Giulia Sportwagon (the image on the face of a hypothetical version of the X-Tomi Design blog) It will happen at the end of next year.

Sportwagon is unlikely to come in US - the utility version is not popular there. It is difficult to predict the output of the Chinese market, where the sedan will be declared at the beginning of next year. But Europe is already waiting for the novelty.
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FCA boss Sergio Marchionne provides implementation for 75-100 thousand copies of the four- door Giulia cars annually worldwide.

By the way, the head of the Italian-American group Giorgio really likes the rear-drive chassis, on which is based Alfa Romeo Giulia. Also he predicted the appearance of Jeep vehicles, built on it. It seems that the platform can appear not only in off-road division FCA, but also in promising models of Dodge - according to some sources, it will form the basis of Challenger successor.

The next platform will be the bearer of Giorgio crossover Alfa Romeo Stelvio, which will be shown at the November Motor Show in Los Angeles. The First Crossover of Alfa Romeo – Stelvio

The first full-fledged SUV in the brand's history - one of the most important products for the Alfa Romeo for the last decades.
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Among its features are gasoline 2.0-liter "turbo four" with capacity of 280 hp and diesel engine with capacity of 2.2 liters, develops 210 bhp

Don’t Say Goodbye Land Rover Defender! It Will Survive

2016-10-31T17:16:13.0700000

In 2016, Land Rover has closed production of legendary, classic frame SUV Defender.

Manufacturers have come to such a decision because the body of the SUV was completely old-fashioned especially compared to major competitors of the car. Perhaps for the same reason the car was badly sold.

But it does not mean that it was a finally parting with a famous SUV. The British are already working on creating a new generation of the car.

According to the Autocar publication, Land Rover engineers are actively involved in the new off-road car, testing new components on the so-called "mules". General Director of the brand Ralf Speth previously confirmed that the basis of the SUV will be laid on the aluminum chassis models of Range Rover Sport and Discovery, which will be modified to meet the requirements of potential customers to the car. Since the classic Defender was famous for its off-road capabilities, the designers of the brand have a good try to give customers a strong and hardy, but a modern and relatively light car. Premiere of new Land Rover Discovery Has Begun With A Record

It is expected that the British will develop at least two versions of the SUV. The first of them can be as hardcore and really off-road, but the second version of the car is likely to be designed for driving in the metropolitan areas.

You can imagine appearance of "defender" right now: in 2012, the British showed in Geneva a concept car DC100, laying the foundations in his design of the next-generation car.

Note that the current Range Rover SUVs have a chassis length of 2922 mm and 3120 mm. According to some journalists, it is a bit too much for this SUV in which some owners will cover the rough terrain, although the concept of the chassis is up to 2540 mm.

Not bring losses, Land Rover needs to sell about 50 000 copies of Defender a year. In recent years, Land Rover sold just 20,000 of "Defender", forcing the brand to take radical actions and stop the production.

What Was The First Test Drive Of Classic Coupe Porsche 911 R?

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Let's start with the fact that to buy this baby you will have to try hard.
Firstly because this modification will be available worldwide in amount less than 1,000 copies, and the second reason is that you will have to pay for it not less than 185,900 dollars. This is perhaps the most expensive and the most "drive" version of the legendary coupe.

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In addition to tires, in the car will roar 4-liter boxer aspirated engine with a capacity of about 500 horsepower, which you can not get not less than 8250 rpm.

Nevertheless, you won’t be able to drive with other bolides Porsche with "robot" PDK.
But that is no reason to be upset, especially to those who choose 911 R with classic gearshift knob.
But 911 R can’t be called a slow car: 100 kilometers per hour the car reaches in 3.8 seconds. You will have to twist the motor and it comes to life after the 4000 revolutions.

Auto critics warn that if you turn off the stabilization system - you can easily lose control of 911 R at high speed.

Transmission is also not impressed. Second gear rests on the cut-off at 130 kilometers per hour, the third can rotate up to 210 kilometers per hour.

The noise and vibrations from the transmission and the engine at idle look rough. At the same time stock 911 doesn’t have such disadvantages.

Apparently, Porsche was able to create a perfect vehicle for his fans. Yes, it is 3.5 times more expensive than Chevrolet Corvette with atmospheric 460-strong resin-block, which is easily challenge it on the line, but Corvette will not boast such a low weight, so resourceful engine and handling on the road.

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Updated Acura NSX after 7 Years of Waiting

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So, first of all new Acura has received petrol V6 with a dry sump and two turbochargers. Transmission is pre selective and 9-speed with dual clutch. Also the car has 3 electric motors: a couple - in the front wheels and one - for filling turbo tank. The car is four-wheel drive hybrid.

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Novelty can boast three active systems, first - Sport Hybrid Super-Handling All Wheel Drive - helps to brake, steer and step on the gas so that the car is always driving the nose forward.

Second - Agile Handling Assist - retarding inner front wheel, tucking the car into the turns. Finally, Integrated Dynamics System - four sets of complex configuration regulating riot character in general.
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In the basis of the chassis of the new supercar there is a space frame reinforced with carbon fiber floor. The body panels are aluminum or from composite materials. Aluminum suspension is independent in front and rear, there are 19 and 20 wheels inch, respectively. 5 Novelties of Motor Show in Beijing

The price is expected to be around $ 150 000. In Europe, the supercar will come later. After seven years of waiting, this car is worth of waiting a little more.

Mazda MX-5 Miata RF With A Hard Roof Is Now Available For Sale

2016-10-06T13:47:16.5170000

New "two door" is available in version Launch Edition, which will be released with a circulation of 1000 copies.
Pre-order can be left on a special website, the acceptance of applications will be completed by 9 October.

Customers will be able to get their cars at the beginning of next year, at the same time the market will do the standard modification of MX-5 Miata RF.
All Series Launch Edition roadsters are presented in silver Gray Metallic, and the roof in such cars are painted by hand in colors of Piano Black. Seats, front panel and doors are upholstered in leather Auburn Nappa. In addition, every owner of MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition will receive a Tourneau watch.

The new model is equipped with a gasoline engine 2.0-liter SkyActive with 155 hp, working together with a six-speed "mechanics" or "automatic".

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A limited version of the roadster with manual transmission will cost 33 850 dollars,
the price of MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition with automatic transmission is 34,925 dollars.

To pre-order, the buyer will have to leave a deposit in the amount of $ 500.

Mazda MX-5 RF world premiere took place at the New York Auto Show in March this year. In Europe new roadster will appear in 2017.

Presentation Of Hot Hyundai RN30 2017 Concept

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At the Paris Motor Show was presented 380-strong Korean Hyundai RN30 2017.

Most recently was released a teaser way RN30 concept based on the new-generation i30. Novelty is an aggressive body kit and a host of technical improvements.

The new hatchback has 19-inch alloy wheels and sports lowered suspension. Compared to serial i30 the new RN30 is in 30 mm wider and equipped with ceramic tailpipes of the exhaust system with electronically controlled system.

Under the hood of Hyundai RN30 is two-liter "turbo four" with 380 hp and 451 Nm of torque. Motor aggregates with robotized transmission with double clutch. Unlike civil hatchback with front-wheel drive, it was a sports version-wheel drive system with electronic limited slip differential.

To reduce weight engineers used carbon fiber reinforced plastic.

At the same time the exact weight of the car is unknown. Moreover Hyundai has teamed up with BASF to develop innovative plastics.

Although Hyundai RN30 is just a concept, Korean company plans to introduce a N-version of i30 in the beginning of next year. It will receive a front-wheel drive and six-speed mechanics, but companies are considering to release a version of the four-wheel drive with automatic transmission and packaging.

In Paris, Hyundai also showed a rally car based on the three-door i20 hatch for the 2017 WRC season.

Debut of racing car will be in January at the track in Monte Carlo. In accordance with the rules of the next year, a rally hatchback is equipped with a 380-horsepower engine capacity of 1.6 liters, as well as an active center differential with electronic control.

Recall that recently Hyundai announced for SEMA show a special version of crossover Santa Fe capacity of 1040 hp. We have already written about it. Updated Hyundai Grand Santa Fe – What Are The Prices?

Subaru Impreza And Its Competitors

2016-09-21T13:43:12.0700000

Very soon in Japanese market will appear new Subaru Impreza of the fifth generation. So what did the first test drives show?

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Most auto critics liked the novelty because of more tenacious chassis that perfectly holds in the corners and has a neutral balance. New Impreza behaves better than Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla, and can match by driving performance even with models of such class leaders as Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus.

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Soundproofing cars also pleased: now the road noise is not annoying while driving. More precisely it is not audible at all.

Still, there are the drawbacks: having gone in travelling with such a car in hot countries - passengers may feel discomfort due to the lack of rather amount of air. Since in the cabin there is not air ducts for rear seat passengers.

Under the hood of new Subaru Impreza is well known 2-liter boxer aspirated index FB20. Now it is equipped with direct fuel injection, allowing increased its efficiency. It was also added 7 horsepower, and now the engine produces 157 horsepower.

Some drivers do not notice any significant differences between the new engine from its predecessor in terms of reaction to the gas pedal: paired with a CVT, the motor spins up "to the top" to make New Impreza go more aggressively, but thanks to the excellent noise insulation, it is almost inaudible . But the car has a rather weak dynamics - makes itself felt the car's weight and the presence of all-wheel drive.

The disadvantages include the fact that the discharge of gear passes reluctant.

There are still no prices for the novelty, but it is known that it will be available for sale at the end of 2016.

RS-version Of The Smallest Audi Hatch

2016-08-15T16:40:28.8870000

It was learned that the RS version of the hatchback will hit the market in early 2017.

The main rival of Audi RS1 will be MINI John Cooper Works. According to insiders of Autocar, the novelty has passed an extended testing and was compared with the Mini. RS1 is also credited with rivals such as Ford Fiesta ST and the future Volkswagen Polo R. Audi Will Release Its Most Compact Crossover

It is known that new Audi will be equipped with two-liter "turbo Quartet" EA888, with capacity of 284 hp, which is 52 "horses" more than the Audi S1. Motor efficiency of Mini hatch is the same as in S1, - 231 hp

Paired with the high-performance engine will likely run a six-speed manual gearbox. It is even possible to be able to order a car with pre selective "robot." Standard version of car is already all-wheel drive.

The new Audi RS1 is available in three- and five-door body type "hatchback".

It is not known how well the car lovers will appreciate the novelty, but it is already known that the price of the car will be rather high.

231-hp Audi S1 can currently be purchased starting from 30 150 euros, the cost of RS-version will be about 35000 euros.

Earlier, it was reported that Audi is planning to release a new model that would be more accessible of current A1. It is possible that the prototype will make its debut this fall. Audi A5 Of New Generation

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Changes In Honor Of The Anniversary Of BMW M6 Coupe

2016-06-06T19:35:41.5300000

BMW continues to present a limited edition models - so the company is celebrating its anniversary. This time the attention awarded to large coupes.

Special version is called the Celebration Edition. Only 13 copies will be released in such a modification. The car is specially manufactured for the Japanese market, but despite this the wheel is on the left side.

The most important changes in the Celebration Edition - is the increased capacity of the petrol V8 volume of 4.4 liters. The new version boasts 600 hp while in the normal version of the coupe engine produces 560 hp

M6 Coupe Celebration Edition has an additional 49 horsepower and because of that it is 0.3 seconds faster than the drain version of "M" - 3.9 vs. 4.2 seconds.

Exterior of BMW M6 Coupe Celebration Edition:

color: Austin Yellow;
black 20-inch wheels of M-design, shod in tires dimension 265/35 front and 295/30 rear;
carboxylic finishing the roof spoiler and the rear-view mirror;
gloss black radiator grille.

Interior of BMW M6 Coupe is made from the black leather Merino. Leather is stitched by yellow thread, there are also carbon fiber inserts. Manufacturers also say that the car will have a music system Bang & Olufsen power to 1200 watts and with 16 speakers and a power seat adjustment.

The price of BMW M6 Coupe Celebration Edition starts at 23.21 million yen (about 212 939.88 $). M6 Coupe BMW with 560-horsepower engine can be bought for 17,660,000 yen (162 021.47 $)

Besides, BMW company can be congratulated on one another anniversary - Model M3 has celebrated its 30th anniversary. Of course, in honor of this event the company has released a limited grade sedan.

Tesla Has Officially Unveiled Its Most Affordable Model

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In California, just a few days ago was held the premiere of electric sedan Tesla Model 3. The novelty is now available for order in the US, but it gets to the customer only the following year.

Externally, the sedan resembles the Porsche model. At the same time in the novelty is completely absent a grille and in the cabin instead of "tidy" and the usual multimedia system is installed a huge touch screen. In five-seat sedan there are two trunks - the front and the back one. The battery is located under the passenger compartment, declared cruising range on a ?????? charge is about 350 km.

The basic versions of the Tesla Model 3 will be able to accelerate to 96 km / h in 6 seconds. However, during the presentation the head of Tesla Elon Musk has promised to launch on the market and more powerful versions. "In Tesla we do not do slow vehicles", - said Musk.

The list of standard equipment includes a sedan panoramic roof, cruise control and fast charging function on the Supercharger stations.

Price for the Model 3 will start from 35 000 dollars. For comparison: Tesla Model S costs 75 000 dollars. Not surprisingly that the application for the Model 3 has already left more than 115 000 people. However, this electric sedan gets to their owners only at the end of 2017.

It is said that its competitor may become an electric Tesla hatchback Chevrolet Bolt, presented at the beginning of 2016-th. The cost of the electric vehicle will be comparable to the price tag of Model 3, but Bolt goes on sale earlier.

How to export cars from the USA or Canada to Brazil?

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This article is for those who want to know more about importing cars, boats and other vehicles to Brazil from the USA. There are few steps that you can follow to make a purchase smooth and safe.

First, please notice that you can import cars to Brazil only for your own/personal use. As a result of the Brazilian government restrictions, it's only allowed to import new cars and cars that are more than 30 years old. There are some special rules if the vehicle is donated, inherited or belongs to diplomats.

For importing your car to Brazil you will have to interact with the following agencies:

Departamento Nacional de Trânsito (DENATRAN)
Departamento de Operações de Comércio Exterior (DECEX)
Secretaria da Receita Federal do Brasil (RFB)
Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (IBAMA)
Sistema Integrado de Comércio Exterior (SISCOMEX)

At the beginning you will need to receive an import authorization form from SISCOMEX that is responsible for all foreign trade transactions that take place in Brazil. You will have to submit your personal documents and income reports, that will be verified and compared with the value of the vehicle you want to import. SISCOMEX will issue you an authorization within 30 days if everything is correct.

You can buy a car only after you receive an import authorization. The foreign exporter will have to issue a pro-forma invoice, that confirms your intention to buy a specific vehicle. This invoice should include information about the seller and buyer, the car characteristics and the total price, including the shipping costs.

After you get your proforma-invoice you will need to contact IBAMA, which will confirm that the vehicle meets the Brazilian environmental requirements and issue a special license.

Further, you need to receive an approval from DENATRAN that the car complies with the Brazilian laws for vehicles. With all the documents in hand, you can get back to SISCOMEX and the request for the formal Import License (LI), which will be reviewed and approved by DECEX.

The payment for the car should be arranged through an exchange agreement. You will have to go to a Brazilian bank authorized by “Banco Central” to make money transfers to the foreign exporter.

For customs clearance you need to pay duties and taxes, that include: harbor taxes, import duty, freight costs, IPI, ICMS, PIS, COFINS and other taxes. Please require the information on due payment amounts with the respective Brazilian authorities. The last thing you should also note, that after customs clearance you have to get license plates issued from DENATRAN*.

*Please take into consideration that we are not responsible for any information provided above as it may be changed. We highly recommend to check your government websites for more details.

How to export a used car from North America to the UK?

2015-10-12T17:11:04.2830000

If you decided to import a used car from USA or Canada auto auction to the United Kingdom, please take a previous notice on the taxes on imported cars and the process of your vehicle registration in this country.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that used cars imported into the UK must be less than ten years old. Moreover, your imported vehicle must be registered and licensed as soon as possible after it arrives in the UK.
In order to clear your vehicle at customs you have to pay VAT and duties. But previously check what taxes you have to pay with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). Within 14 days you should send them a notification to tell that you’re importing a vehicle using the Notification of Vehicle Arrivals (NOVA) service. Below please find a list of fees* which may be imposed on your car:

Registration fee is £50.00

Licensing Fee (varies according to CO2 Emission; valid for 6 or 12 months) is £0 - £300

Fee for Model Report (if necessary)

MOT fee is £50.35 (at minimum plus each year after)

Duty amount 10%*CIF

Value-added tax 17.5%*CIF+duty

Insurance costs in the name of the registered keeper

ESVA application costs (if required) - £200.00

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* This information has been provided based on the government website on Oct. 12. 2015. Please note that this is your responsibility to verify if all provided details will be appropriate up to date of your purchase.

Besides, if you import a car 1 month after purchase, you must pay duty and VAT as per the wholesale price of the vehicle in the UK.

After the car arrival you can drive it only from the port of entry to your home address or a place of destination and keep it off road until the registration process is completed. In case you’re a permanent resident you can get a temporary UK license plate from DVLA (Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency) and drive your car during its registration. To register a used vehicle with the DVLA, you must go to your nearest DVLA Local Office or to the DVLA website to get a V55/5 form following: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/v3555-application-for-first-vehicle-tax-and-registration-of-a-used-motor-vehicle-v555.

Try to complete this form and send it to the DVLA within a month attaching the following documents:
Vehicle registration fee
Foreign registration documents
Motor insurance from a British company
Driving license
Utility bill
Cost of vehicle tax
IVA/SVA if from USA or Canada
After DVLA receives your request, it will send you a new license plate number within 6 weeks as a rule, but usually it happens much earlier. Once your vehicle is registered with DVLA, you must pay a vehicle tax.
Besides, if a used car is coming from North America, is must pass the following examinations:
- Vehicle Approval Test (SVA) for vehicle, that weights up to 3,000kg;

- Individual Vehicle Approval Test (IVA) for cars that requires VIN number before a car inspection. The VIN number can be found from the DVLA;

- Motorcycle Vehicle Approval (MSVA) for motorcycles.

If your car is three years old, it must also pass a compulsory MOT test (annual test of vehicle safety) with a Government approved testing center. The certificate is valid for one year and your vehicle will need another test, each year.

Please note that all mentioned fees and duties are subject to change by the respective authorities of the UK at any time, so find more updated information about a used car registration on the following page: https://www.gov.uk/importing-vehicles-into-the-uk

Tips to buy a used car online

2015-10-08T20:59:38.3000000

Here are some tips that will help you to buy used cars online at an affordable price just from the comfort of your home.

At the beginning you can be disoriented by a huge amount of websites offering to buy a car online. Not all of them are reliable, so in order to avoid scams it's better to spend some time to find the right websites. The reliable sites usually provide government issued registration documents and text, foto and video reviews from clients. You can also contact the customer support service of this website to clarify the office location and other details. If all prices and additional fees are available to you on the website, it's also a good feature of a site creditworthy.

After you find a right site decide what vehicle you want to buy. Taking into account your purposes for which you need a car, write down a list of vehicles that may meet your needs. Then do your research, finding detailed information about each vehicle type or make you chosen. Check customers reviews, crash test ratings, overall performance, maintenance costs and any complaints that owners have.

Further, it is important to examine all information about the car offered to you online. As far as you can not inspect the car you want by yourself, here is practical advice on what to look when buying a used car.

Ask for the Vehicle History Report

As a rule the reliable sites offer you to request for a vehicle history report or provide you with a car VIN number. AutoCheck, Carfax and the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System are the best-known sources for vehicle history reports. These reports can give you the whole history of the used car, including how many people have owned the vehicle, whether it has a salvage title and how many accidents the car has been in.

Check the Mileage

If you want to find a dependable car that can be driven daily, please check the mileage of the vehicle. Try to make your choice on a mileage around 150,000 or lower, because a car with higher mileage will require a lot of maintenance in a short amount of time. Too low mileage may indicate that a car was unused for a long time or used rarely.

Costs on the car repair

Damaged cars attract many buyers because of their low price, but before you make a purchase please consider how much you are ready to spend to fix your car. You may consult with the local maintenance companies and get to know about their rates for repair.

Car shipping costs

Decided to buy a vehicle abroad? In such a case be ready to pay for shipping costs and customs clearance. Most of the websites will provide you with a shipping calculator to estimate your costs for a car delivery and even take care of all shipping issues. After your car was shipped to your country, it should be customs cleared, so please find out information about your local taxes and charges beforehand.

All in all, you can make a really successful bargain buying a used car online, just pay attention to all details and please remember about scam schemes, that have become increasingly widespread. Scammers will usually offer you a desirable car at a very attractive price, but not provide you with full information about a vehicle and request to pay half the purchase money up front. Moreover they may send you an invoice with bank details that don't exist. Always check if the dealer or company is real and reliable enough, search for their clients' reviews or ask to contact you directly. If the company is real, its representative will contact you in the nearest time and support you with all required information.

How to export cars from the USA to Ghana

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If you want to export a car from the USA and import it to Ghana, there are some legal issues you'd better keep in mind. Import of vehicles to Ghana is regulated by local laws. In accordance with the laws of Ghana, import of goods is subject to a number of taxes and fees. Below you can find detailed information about the duties applicable on vehicles imported to Ghana.

The most crucial factor in duty evaluation is the vehicle year of manufacture and it's engine capacity cc, and this is exactly what you should consider first before making your purchase. Thus, it is not advisable to use log sheets and seat belts to confirm the year of manufacture, as, for instance, log sheets give only the date of first registration, not the date of manufacture. In plenty of time ato export companies provide its clients with all necessary documents, which give full information on the vehicles. Please, also note that in Ghana vehicles attract overage penalty, when they are more than 10 years old.

In addition, all vehicles are categorized by the following categories, determining the duty amount to be paid:

engine capacity e.g. 1.6cc, 2.0cc, 2.5cc, etc.
seating capacity e.g. 5, 10, 30, 50 persons.
usage/purpose e.g. buses, trucks, lorries etc.

All cars imported to Ghana unless specifically exempted under the PNDCL 330 or other laws attract the following taxes:
Import Duty - 0%, 5%, 10%, or 20% of CIF value of a car
Import VAT - 12.5% of duty inclusive value (CIF + duty)
National Health Insurance Levy — 2.5% or 5% of duty inclusive value
ECOWAS Levy — 0,5% of CIF value
Export Development Fund (EDIF) – 0.5% of CIF value
Examination Fee - 1% of CIF value

Also the rate of Import duty levied on a car is dependent on the following factors:
Vehicles with cylinder capacity not exceeding 1900cc - 5% of CIF value as duty
Vehicles with cylinder capacity more than 1900cc but less than 3000cc — 10%
Those with more than 3000cc cylinder capacity – 20%
Vehicles designed to carry 10 or more persons - 5%
Vehicles designed for transport of goods (eg. trucks) - 5%
Vehicles designed to carry more than 30 persons (eg. buses) - 0%

Please note that duties mentioned above are subject to change by the government of the Republic of Ghana at any time.
The last but not the least to keep in mind is the registration procedure of your car. In Ghana such organization as Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) arranges the process of vehicle registration, so you can find the applicable rates/ fees and charges at http://dvla.gov.gh/.

Easy steps - How to join online auto auctions

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Buying online is becoming increasingly popular among the Internet users today. So the issue of searching and buying a new car can also be easily solved due to auto auctions. Online media is giving you a chance to make a car purchase in the comfort of your home. Special websites are selling the cars, so you can visit one of them and take part in auto auctions online. This article will be helpful for you to register and place a bid at any car auction website.

The first thing you should do to get access to vehicles is to register. However, the registration process is mandatory, it's simple and will take just several minutes. Moreover, it's completely free, so you need not to pay any amount. You should enroll details about yourself (such as email address and so on). A confirmation will be send to your email address after verification is done. After that you can further proceed to process of choosing the car online.

There are several types of the cars available for sale online and so you can view them. You can search cars per your choice or click on the car advertisements, that are scrolling on your screen. Other than this, you can also directly search the car you want by mentioning the make, model and year of the car. Then, to know about the details of the car just click on the car’s photo and they will be displayed on your screen. You can read the information about the car and even know about the history of the car online.

Moreover, you can choose the option to bid for buying cars online. If you are a newly registered member, perhaps you will be requested to place a minimum deposit. Before you are making a pre-bid, you must check it twice whether you are bidding for the right type of the car. If you are not confident in bidding online, watch the videos that are mostly provided by the company, or take the help of the customer support. Further, you can bid as per guidance provided and get the chance to grab the car you wish. In addition, you can take part in live auctions. In this case, the approximate amount you have to make as the security deposit is ten percent of the amount of the car.

Once you win the bid and receive the confirmation, you should make payment for buying the car preferably by a wire bank transfer. In order to avoid mistakes and difficulties, please check the terms and conditions of the company. After the payment is done, the only thing you should do, just wait for your car delivery. The car will be delivered within the decided time and you can even ask for the tracking record (if it is not provided).

What to choose: Phone or Online Real-Time Bidding

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Online auctions offer various options how to buy a car from North America and ship to almost every country. You can even obtain the experience of live bidding no matter where you locate. Some companies provide its clients with opportunity to participate in real-time auction via phone or wireless connections. So what to choose: phone or online bidding? Below we compare these two buying options for hesitating buyers.

Live on the phone bidding is the option that involves assistance of a sales representative. Please note that in order to take part in the bidding you must place a minimum deposit. After you send the Phone Bidding request, you will receive an email notification with approximate time of the sale. You will be called 5 minutes before the auction starts and make bidding in the real time through sales agent. During the live sale sales manager will tell you the current bid amounts and you will tell him whether to bid or stop. Thus, you will be following the bidding process and win the car that you want in a matter of seconds as the sale itself goes fast with about 3 seconds between the bids.

Taking part in online real-time auction you will have an opportunity to feel the thrill of the real race. This option allows you to compete with local and international competitors in real time. The minimum required deposit for live bidding might be a little bit higher than for phone bidding. Some websites allow you to experience the real auction at anytime where you can place your bid and track the bidding process on your own. Thus, if you get outbid, the system will indicate the outbid amount and if you remain the highest bidder you will get email notification with the results of the auction. Real-time auction dialog window allows you to participate in several lanes at the same time and take part in different auctions each day.

Finally, let's look at the similarities and differences in these two real-time bidding options:

Live on the phone bidding

Online real-time auction

- You will bid with local and international competitors on live auctions in a real time.

- You can control over the bidding process.

- A minimum deposit is required.

- You will be aware of the auction results instantly.

- Make bidding in the real time through sales agent.

- You will be called several minutes before the auction starts.

- The sale is very quick with approximately 3 seconds between bids.

- The service allows you to participate in a real auction personally.

- You can bid on several auction lanes at the same time.

- You can participate in many auctions daily.

How to use a BID option on car auction websites

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When you are searching for a car "Bid option" is one of the most popular options on online auction websites. It allows you to have many benefits if you want to make a purchase at an affordable price.

THE BID OPTION provides you with an opportunity to make pre-bidding, which means that the customers' pre-bids are collected before the particular auction starts and then the company represents you during the real bidding. This option is very convenient to many buyers, who are busy at the time of a real auction. In addition, to choose this option you have to place a minimum amount of deposit to show your real intentions. Placing your bidding, you indicate the maximum amount of your bid, so look for similar vehicle prices previously.

If your bid is the highest bid of the live sale and meets the seller reserve price then you are the winner. Please be aware that other auction participants may outbid you. You will be notified about the results of the auction when it finishes. So using this option you cannot influence on real-time bidding process, but your money will be saved if someone outbids you. Please note, that the amount of your deposit will stay at your account until you win a vehicle. Usually the selling company charges nothing if you don't get a car.

Summarizing all the above, please take the following into account:

* The bid option allows you to make pre-bidding for the car you desired and go about your own business during the real auction.

* You should place a minimum deposit.

* In case of outbidding you money will be saved for another bidding, no fees usually applied until you make a successful purchase.

Bid Yourself On A Desirable Vehicle In A Real Time

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You can join a live auto auction by yourself from the comfort of your computer or you can bid with one of car auction company representatives on the phone.

If you submit your request to take part in a live auction on the phone you will receive an email with approximate time of the sale and will be contacted by one of the sales representatives several minutes before the bidding starts. During the real time auction the sales representative will tell you the current Bid amounts and you will tell him whether to Bid or stop.

- You can take part in many auctions daily, that have thousands vehicles in each lane.

- Car auction companies usually do not ask you for your ID before your first purchase.

- You have to place a minimum deposit on your account to start.

- You will BID with local and international competitors on live auctions in a real time.

- You can BID on several additional auction lanes at the same time.

Ways of Purchasing a Car

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Purchasing a car you want online are becoming easier as many websites offer now different buying options to choose from. Here you can observe the most popular ways to buy a vehicle online.

THE BRE-BID

This option means that you can make your bid before the auction and afterward the company agent will represent you with your bid at real-time auction. For example you can place your maximum bid as $7,000 and if your bid is the highest bid of the live sale and meets the seller reserve then you are the winner. If the seller reserve price is lower than your maximum bid and no one outbid you during the live sale then you can win the vehicle for less than your maximum bid. Remember please, if you are the highest bidder during the live sale and reserve has not been met the vehicle can still be sold to you on seller’s approval.

BUY IT NOW or BUY FAST

You can buy a vehicle with this option at the indicated price with the click of a button. As soon as you receive an email with confirmation of the purchase the vehicle is yours. Please note that usually the auction vehicles have an auction fee, so please check this fee before you make a purchase.

ONLINE REAL TIME AUCTION

Some used car websites may also offer you to participate in real-time auctions online. You can even find specially designed services that allow to make the buying process obvious and transparent. Most of the companies require to place a minimum deposit to be able to make bidding. Usually the due deposit is 10 or 15 % from your maximum bid amount.

LIVE ON THE PHONE BIDDING

Every vehicle with a bidding option allows you to request live on the PHONE BIDDING: with one of the sales representatives. If you submit a live on the phone request you will receive an email with approximate time of the sale and will be contacted by one of the sales representatives 5 minutes before the bidding starts. During the live sale the sales representative will tell you the current bid amounts and you will tell him whether to bid or stop. Please note the sale is very quick with approximately 3 seconds between bids.

ORDER A CAR/ASSISTANCE OF A SALES AGENT

As a registered user you may have a possibility to order a car. For this you should indicate your vehicle and price preferences on the website. The exporting company agents will search through millions of car listings and will get back to you with offers.

Can I buy a car for my personal use? / Do I need to have a dealer license to buy a car on Auto Auction?

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Please consider that it's completely depends on a company you are working with. Mostly, you can either buy just 1 vehicle for your personal use, or make a car business with Auto Auction company. With some companies you don't need to have dealer license, but with their help, you'll get direct access to major North American wholesale auto auctions. And after the purchase, they will provide you with a full range of services: transportation, paperwork handling, customs clearance at the exit port and much more.

Cars with huge discount and minimum fees

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Some car auction websites may offer a list of repossessed cars at affordable prices. What is a repossessed vehicle? This is a car that was not paid in full by its buyer, and the seller, it can be either any bank institution or auction company, re-lists it for sale again.

In many states of the US, creditors have the right to seize cars from the buyers as soon as they default on car loan or lease. The terms of default are specified in each particular contracts, but failure to make a payment on time is a typical example. The auto auction companies also can take back your vehicle, if you don’t make timely payments on the car. They also have right to sell such repossessed inventory again to a third party.

More and more repo cars have streamed into the US car market, offering other car buyers to save thousands of dollars on a good and sometimes even luxurious used cars.

For auto auction consumers repos can be a good deal, if they know the market value of used car. To buy a repossessed car in such a way is a popular strategy among cost-conscious bidders to reap the biggest savings. Besides, the auto auction companies may offer special discounts and minimum fees for their repo cars. Moreover, if you are considering to purchase a repossessed vehicle, you can also pay attention on a car location, perhaps it has been already delivered to the port of departure or even shipped to your country. So, feel free to check auto auction website's REPO inventory and buy cars with great discounts and minimum fees!

Cars under $ 1000

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Are you looking for a car at affordable prices? The North American auto auction websites offer a great variety of used cars, that cost up to $1000. You may be surprised to see so cheap cars at first, but all the prices are real. The reason for selling cars at low prices is that there are expensive services for car maintenance and their owners decide to sell vehicles instead. Thus, you can find here salvage cars and vehicles, that may need a repair. Salvage cars are vehicles, that were damaged in car accidents or because of the other reasons. Some vehicles may have mechanical damages or were flooded by weather conditions. Everyone is aware of hurricanes and storms that sometimes happen in the USA and Canada.

You can also find on auto auction websites vehicles with slights scratches or absolutely clean cars that are sold at incredibly low prices. There are also many reasons why their owners want to get rid of them. Some people decide to buy new vehicles and place for sale their carefully maintained cars. Sometimes car owners want to leave the country and don't need to possess cars any more. Besides, many auto auction websites may offer great deals to invite clients and huge discounts for their inventory, so you can also buy cheap cars during their promotion campaigns.

How would I know an auction fee on “Buy Now” vehicles ?

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Yes, some of the buy now cars have auction fees whereas some do not. Auction fees vary by the auction and the selling price. Auction fees typically range from $200-$600 USD.

If you buy a car from auto auction website at fixed price, the auction fees tend to be much lower than for the live sale vehicles. However, auction fees vary depending on how much the car is sold for, the higher the bid, the higher the fees. Unfortunately, the auto auction companies has no control over auction fees.

For more information on these fees, please refer a request to a particular car auction website.

What does “Buy Now” mean?

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If you are searching for a used car on auto auction websites, it does not mean that you should make a bid first and then wait for an auction. Many auction websites offer their customers such a convenient option for car purchase as ”Buy Now”. ”Buy Now” cars are offered for sale with a fixed price and can be purchased right away. “Buy Now” option is available, when the seller wants to sell his vehicle faster and specifies the desirable price. As a rule the “Buy Now” price is non-negotiable, but if you contact the auto auction company, its sales agents may negotiate with the seller for some discount for you.

Besides, “Buy Now” is also a reliable buying option, as you can be sure that this car will be yours. On the one hand, when you take part in the auction, there is always a risk, as someone may outbid you. On the other hand, if you make your pre-bid for a car, this vehicle can be sold before the auction starts, in case the Buy Now option is also available for this offer. If you think the Buy Now price is too high for you, you can also look for a similar vehicle on the website inventory page. Moreover, some companies also offer the list of similar cars on each vehicle profile page.

Which currency is accepted at the portal for making the payment of the car?

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Most of the North American auto auction websites accept only US dollars, but you'd better check this information with applicable Terms and Conditions.

How to use Auto Auction Search page and find a vehicle you are looking for?

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Let’s assume that you want to Buy Now 2005 Toyota Corolla, location: Canada.

First, you need to login to your profile, if you don't login, you won't see entire inventory and prices.

Then, go to search page and browse by selecting desirable vehicle details, such as year, price, vehicle type, make, model and trim.

Feel free to select and combine Auction type and location on a main page or on a search results page.

You can decide how many results you see on a page.

On a Quick Search you can view different types of vehicles.

If you have a LOT or VIN number of the vehicle, you can add them in a search window and press enter.

In addition to that, Search Results page can be sorted by year, mileage, auction time left and location.

If a buyer lives in Nigeria or Ghana, can he still buy from the USA?

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As used cars sold on the North American auto auctions are for export only, there is no difference where you live. You can take part in auto auctions online from any part of the world. Even if you are American, but you want to buy a vehicle for your relatives in Nigeria. Many people from all over the world buy cars from the USA because there is a great choice and it's really cheaper than purchase a vehicle from the local dealers.

Of course, you should also know that sometimes such purchases can be risky. So please be aware of scams, if you don't want to send your money to someone's fraudulent pocket. Check thoroughly all the information about the company you are going to do a business with. Read customers comments and testimonials, as well as visit government websites to see if this company was properly registered and licensed.

Before exporting, it's also important to check your local government regulations on the used vehicle import. Get a clear picture from the respective government institutions about the car clearance procedure, the due duties or taxes and vehicle restrictions.

Thus, it doesn't matter where you reside, you can register from anywhere and make the used car purchases at the North American auto auctions from the comfort of your home.

How do I register on Auto Auction web site?

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In order to become a registered member with an Auto Auction company, you need to complete the registration form and fill out all the required information.

Registration can be free of charge or attract additional charges, usually it takes just a few minutes of your time. With some companies no ID or other document requires from you during registration.

However, other companies ask for proof of identity during the registration.

If you have any difficulties, usually video tutorials are available for your convenience to help you with registration. Besides, please read and fully understand company's Terms&Conditions.