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Do we need to pay VAT on importing?
Are we liable for VAT as well as VRT if we are bringing in a 13-month old company car that has done 39,000 miles and is still being purchased by monthly payments under a lease agreement?
The sale price the company is asking is just the amount to pay off the lease. Is the company legally able to sell the car yet or does the lease have to be paid off first? Also, if a company buys a car under a lease agreement do they pay VAT? We don't want to be stuck with a car we can't import or has hidden costs like VAT. The asking price does seem very good though: £11,000, which is what made me think we will have to pay VAT too. Any feedback will be very helpful.
Thank you
Debbie
Debbie Borton (Letterkenny)
Jul 2016 Filed under: importing
Should I trade my Focus in for a new car?
My 2005 Focus needs about €2k of work to pass an NCT and stay on the road. Through scrappage I am being offered €5k for the car, making a new car in the region of €17k, so the cost of changing to a comfy, stress free new car is effectively €15k, no NCT worries and no bills next year.
Is it worth trading up now while €5k is on the table? The Focus probably has another few years in it, but I can't see past the hassle of keeping it on the road. What are the potential pit falls of sticking with an older car, and what savings does a new car offer over an old car?
Paul Campbell (Dublin)
Jul 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
How much to import a commercial Touareg?
Looking at bringing in a commercial Volkswagen Touareg from the north; do you know how much I would need to pay to have it registered here?
Ray Moran (Naas)
Jul 2016 Filed under: importing
Which solid car to buy for up to €7,000?
Hi Guys,
I'm living in Louth and will be driving to Dublin each day Monday to Friday. That's a journey of 160km per day. I am looking for a family car that is comfy yet professional and I guess most important bullet proof that won't cost us an arm and a leg over the next 12 months. Budget somewhere around €6,000/7,000. I know it's not big, but family come first and this car needs to be a work horse. A couple of options would be great.
Dan , Louth
Dan Duffy (Dundalk)
Jun 2016 Filed under: choosing used car
Hyundai Montana or Mercedes V-Class?
Hyundai Montana versus Mercedes-Benz V-Class? Which is the best one to run, fuel wise, resale value, tax and reliability? I know there's a big difference in price, but just wondering which is better to invest in long term.
Jenny Lynch (Navan)
Jun 2016 Filed under: commercial vehicle
Mitsubishi Colt diesel: any problems?
Mitsabushi Colt diesel automatic: any faults?
Mark Kinsella (Dublin )
Jun 2016 Filed under: reliability
Looking for price for 2008 Honda Civic.
Hi, looking for a ballpark guide for a trade in value on a 2008 Honda Civic, five-door hatchback, 1.8 VTEC. The car has a full service history and 135,000km on the clock. What would I reasonably expect at the upper and lower end of the value range? There are very few of these models for sale, making a reasonable guess difficult. Appreciate any expertise you might be able to dispense before I encounter the dealers!!
Thank you
JD
Jason Doran (Dublin)
Jun 2016 Filed under: used car values
Can I import a car and pay finance in the UK?
I live in Northern Ireland. I've been offered a good deal to take a new Ford car on finance for the next 36 months. My concern is that I (hopefully) intend to move to the Republic within the next year or two. Is it possible to change residency and register my car in the Republic while still paying finance in the UK?
Iain McGoldrick (Belfast)
Jun 2016 Filed under: importing
Can I avoid VRT on importing my parents' car?
I was living in UK from January 2015 to December 2015. I was insured on and driving my parents' car. I now am importing that car into Ireland as they can no longer drive it. Will I have to pay VRT? I was resident in the Republic before going to UK for the year.
Marie Kearns (Ennis)
Jun 2016 Filed under: importing
What is the value of a 2011 Nissan Pixo?
What is the value of a 2011 Nissan Pixo with two owners, 86,000km with a few stone chip marks?
Mike O'Sullivan (Shanagolden )
Jun 2016 Filed under: used car values
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