Anyone imported a USA Spec Ferrari to the UK

I think you also have to add the small front wing round turn signals, but not positive.

 

Why do you think you'd be the first ? I'm sure many have and some have probably commented here

Try 'search this forum' on the word 'import' for a few relevant threads - most could be about European cars but there are others to help

Headlights might not need replacing just refocusing right to left - yellow indicator lenses perhaps - also maybe reverse & fog light sides to be changed

 

You might try speaking with Cosdell,the shipping company. Shippers seem to know the ends and out of such details..and this company is apparently world class.
Just my two shillings,and it may be worth less than that..
Cheers,
RE

 

Those cars are over 10 years old which simplifies the process as no certificate of eu conformity is then required, just a normal MOT based on the VIN number, a nova form from customs once it reaches the UK and an application form with a small fee to dvla

 

Ross, if I remember correctly the UK is still in the EU?
If yes, then you don't have to pay tax.
The car was manufactured in Italy (EU) and is returned into the EU.
However, you would have to pay tax if you import a Mercedes ML which is manufactured in the US.
So, hurry up and buy the car before the UK voters decide that the UK should leave the EU.

 

Sorry, I was wrong. Tax free re-import into the EU is only possible from certain states like e.g. Switzerland.

 

NoSpeedLimit - Please can I ask where you found a list of countries from where re-import into the EC is allowed. I have been looking for this.

 

Just google "EUR1 form". Here is a list of countries: London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. I think in most of the countries you would hardly find a Ferrari.
While searching for the tax on cars imported from the US I found this site: How to import an affortable car from the US: USA-Car-Impoprt.com
When you import a 30 year old car into the Netherlands you pay no tax and only 6% VAT!

 

I'm not sure on the headlights. The splash of the headlights is a different animal from the alignment and sometimes determined by a different internal shape to the reflectors inside the headlight on some cars. However, I actually don't know if this is the case on the 348 or not... I'll do some digging tomorrow and see if I can find out.

All the best,
Andrew.

 

Ross, you will need to pay tax. I paid 5% on my 1985 Mondial this year when I brought it in. My car is an EU car. Born in Italy, sold to Germany then sent to the US for 29 years and I still got caned for 5% VAT duty. Under 30 years you'll pay 20% of the purchase price.

Use a money broker to pay the seller. The banks will kill ya on £/USD conversion chargers. They are total thieves thu n thru.

Jeff

 

The GOV.UK summary of the vehicle import process here is now reasonably easy to understand and covers the key points:

https://www.gov.uk/importing-vehicles-into-the-uk

In most circumstances, if you're importing a USA spec Ferrari, you'll be paying VAT and Duty (and VAT on the Duty) on the car.

There are exceptions (eg, non-EU resident temporarily imports car to UK for five months to enjoy here and then re-export...), but if it's a complex case your best bet is to discuss with HMRC directly.

In most circumstances, a Ferrari more than 30 years old will qualify for the reduced 5% VAT rate.

Cars younger than 30 years old may still meet the threshold in some cases, so do your homework (see JD Classics v HMRC ruling).

If an EU car is exported outside the EU, you usually won't have to pay VAT if it comes back here within three years. Again, there are of course some exceptions.

-Ed

 

I have used CARS ( Classis Automobile Relocation Services ) twice. Superb service and they were the only importer to guarantee me that I would only pay 5% tax for a U.S. Supplied 308 and Porsche 356. Both cars were over 30 years old, but they have so much experience they will be able to tell, you what is possible.

 

Ten years or less you will need a Eu COC or it will need an IVA test before it can be registered. The headlamps will require replacement, red to amber indicators, disconnection of the front side-markers and mirror glass replacement to comply. Also bear in mind that any car that is required to pass IVA has noise and cats checked during the inspection, so if de-cats and/or sports exhaust fitted those will need attending too as well...