Imported Cars for Cost Savings

With the help of the internet, searching for a used car is easier than it’s ever been. But finding a great deal can still be difficult with car and petrol prices constantly fluctuating. One proven way shoppers can save a tidy sum is to purchase a car in another country and import it into the UK. With so many great car-producing countries in the area, importing a vehicle is a viable option.

However, this option is seldom used because buyers simply don’t want to go through all of the trouble. But in a difficult economy, more and more consumers are seriously considering it. In this article we are going to briefly explain what you need to do to import a vehicle.

First things first, you have to pay for the vehicle. Then tell the dealer you are planning to import it and ask if he can help with the paperwork at his end. Most dealers will begrudgingly agree, which makes the process a lot easier. Next, you will need to actually travel to the country and drive the car home. Make certain that you receive temporary insurance from the dealership for the ride back.

Once you have returned to the UK, you will need to contact the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency and request all of the necessary forms for imported cars . You will also need to contact the vehicle’s manufacturer and ask for a European Certificate of Conformity. While some car makers will charge a fee for these documents, it’s often a small one. Lastly, you must obtain a Mutual Recognition Certificate from the Ministry of Transportation.

After you have collected and filled out all of these forms, take them along with your title and deed to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency. When everything is approved, they will mail you all of the documents you need to obtain UK license plates and insurance.