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Here are 5 of those cars that were ahead of their time and today are remembered for having been pioneers in some way. Aston Martin Lagonda Many times you tend to think that Aston Martin is a very classic brand and that innovation does not go with ... them. But in 1974 the Aston Martin Lagonda was presented as the first model that had a fully digital instrumentation. We are talking about four decades ago a car already equipped something that has become fashionable among cars nowadays But the reality is that this system did not triumph too much. The costs to develop it were very large and therefore its final price became expensive. In addition, the technology was not as developed as expected. The digital picture was barely visible when the sun was shining, not to mention that its buttons broke down quite easily. Mercedes S Class The Mercedes S-Class is the flagship of the brand of the star, a model that remains at the forefront of luxury and technology today. But in its time it also introduced a series of novelties that made a difference, especially at the security level. In the 70s the S-Class W116 became one of the first to equip brakes with ABS, something that a few years later became mandatory for all vehicles. In the 1980s, the S-Class security measures continued to evolve. It was also the first to incorporate the driver's airbag in 1981 and then the passenger airbag in 1987, three decades ago. Later they continued experimenting with this element and presented the first side airbag and also the curtain airbag. BMW 2002 Turbo The BMW 2002 Turbo needs no introduction. In 1973 the BMW decided to incorporate a turbocharger. It was the first production model in Europe to incorporate it and thanks to this it increased its power from 120 to 170 HP. Although at the time it did not have much impact, now it is highly valued and it is clear that turbocharging has set a trend today. Audi A2 The Audi A2 was introduced in 1999 and the truth is that it did not enjoy much popularity. The German brand put a lot of effort into its development to enter a new segment and ended up being a failure. Not because it was a bad car, but rather because it was misunderstood. The Audi A2 was a small minivan of less than 4 meters tremendously practical for its size. Thanks to the use of aluminum had a very low weight (below 900 kg) and added to a highly developed aerodynamics. Its price was one of the disadvantages. Toyota Prius Without a doubt, the Toyota Prius has been the model that has changed our vision of hybrids. This model was introduced in 1997 and was the first to combine a gasoline engine and an electric one. It could seem strange at the time and in fact at first it was sold only in Japan and did not finish triumph. But time proved it right and throughout its four generations it has been a success. In recent years there are more and more models that adopt this technology for its efficiency.

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.

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 ESVA Testing Costs * 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

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.

Due to the increased vehicle demand in the world auto auction websites are growing in popularity among developing countries. These websites are specially designed to make the buying process of used vehicles faster and easier. They allow car seekers ... to purchase cars of any make and model just sitting in front of their computers or using their mobile phones. The provided online facilities allow people to get access to information, but only registered members can bid for desired cars. Today there are many leading websites, that have already proved their reliability and get a reputation of a business partner, whom you can trust. More and more people prefer to use car auction websites to buy their cars, as these online companies have many benefits and leave local car dealers behind. Thus, buyers choose auto auction websites because of assured quality, details of car actual condition, clear step-by-step process, transparent financial policy, constant customer support, that helps customers to make purchases with no previous experience, proper delivery terms and documents handling and, of course, no fear of being cheated. BENEFITS OF BUYING A USED CAR WITH AN AUTO AUCTION WEBSITE - All vehicles listed on a car auction website came only from registered and checked auctions or dealers. The auctioneer always provide autocheck service or inspection, before cars can be auctioned, as the company's reputation is on stake. - The websites provide you with the fullest information about each vehicle and its condition. All cars are sold as is, so there is no reason to hide some details or mislead the potential buyers. - There are thousands of vehicles from the North American auto market of the most popular brands like: Honda, Toyota, Ford, Mazda, BMW, Nissan, Subaru, Hyundai, Jeep on display to choose from. - You can choose the cars you are interested in by loading the website inventory or express your preferences to your sales agent after registration. He will find vehicles available as per your request and inform you. - Some websites allow you several option of purchasing. You can buy a vehicle you like at the fixed price before the auction or you can make your bid and compete with other buyers. - For bidding or buying a car you have to place a minimum deposit that starts from $400 or 10% of your bid amount. Auto auction websites are certified members of the car market, so there is no need to worry to make payment. In case of unsuccessful auction you will either be given the opportunity to use your deposit for another bid or refunded upon your request. - If your purchase is confirmed by the auto auction company, you need to cover the remaining balance. Your total invoice amount will include the car price, the car auction website fees for services provided and documents handling, as well as your vehicle transportation costs. - After the full payment is settled, your car will be delivered to the exit port and cleared for shipping to your country. Thus, using services of a reliable auto auction website is definitely the most convenient way to buy a used car for USA non-resident buyers with no barrier and doubts.

Could you imagine buying a vehicle without leaving your home? In the future you will be able to buy a car with no pressure, no lies, no devastating hassle. Now it's become our reality due to the Internet and computer technologies. Soon auto auction ... websites will be able to erase all possible boundaries and let buyers to purchase vehicles from any part of the world. All that you will need to do it's only to order a car you wish by sitting in front of your computer, or by using your mobile phone and have your new ride shipped to your door in a little bit. You will think that this is probably a very expensive service, I would argue with you, because by buying a car from the USA you are actually saving money. If you still hesitating or have any questions, please read below: How will I inspect a car online? You can easily inspect your future vehicle online. These websites provide you with detailed information about each vehicle. Besides, there are plenty of car photos from different angles, so you can view all the details. If you are still hesitating in your choice, you can request for a vehicle history report, where all main events of your car life are recorded. How will I pay for purchase? There is no need to bring huge amount of money to the local dealer and be afraid of robbers. You can pay for your purchase online using your credit or debit card or send your money via a bank wire transfer, which is very safe method of payment. These payment options are also very convenient. How can I trust you? Does it sound like something impossible? No, it's our future reality. These car auction websites are absolutely reliable and real. You can trust them, as they are officially registered in their country and have special licenses for selling and exporting cars. Moreover, you can contact them at any time and get an assistance from their representatives. Car auction websites try to satisfy expectations of each client as their customers' trust and loyalty are the most important for them.

What are the terms of your car clearance if you are a citizen of one of above mentioned countries? As for your car clearance, some of the auto auction companies may offer the services of their clearing agents, but keep in mind you are free to choose ... your own agent in following cases: - Your car is being shipped by RORO or RORO TOWABLE - Car is shipped in your own 20" container - You ship your own 40" container with all your vehicles inside it. If you use consolidation to ship your vehicle, the auto auction company will have to use their own clearing agent in your country. It is not optional because in such case the car and all original documents will be delivered to Auto Auction company representative. As soon as all cars in container are cleared, they will be released to your consignees and documents will be sent accordingly. In case you prefer to take services of some local clearing agent, make sure you can trust him, as there is enough unreliable agents, who only want to put their hands on your money. Moreover, if you want to pass all clearing procedure smoothly, it will be better for you to be aware of your local government regulations. Contact the customs service in advance and get the full information about vehicle clearing and taxes due to be paid. Besides, become familiar with the government import restrictions on used vehicles. You should also consider the year of your next car, what safety standards it should meet and what documents you need to have to register your vehicle with respective local authorities. If you are armed with this information you can save your time and money and can easily cope with clearing procedure in Nigeria, Ghana or Benin.