Frequently asked questions about importing a car from Germany
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Importing a car
How does importing a car from Germany work, why choose Das Import, and how do you avoid a bad purchase? The basics at a glance.
Import costs
The total costs of importing, our guaranteed all-in price without surprises and how to get a no-obligation quote.
Calculating BPM
What is BPM, how is it calculated and how does Das Import ensure you don't overpay — including depreciation and koerslijst.
Importing a van
Since 1 January 2025 the date of first registration determines everything for a van: the BPM, the entrepreneurs' scheme and access to the zero-emission zones. All about importing a commercial vehicle from Germany.
Our packages
Registratie, Standaard, Versneld and Deluxe: what's included, what's the difference and which package suits you?
RDW & licence plate
Inspection, licence plate, required documents, CoC and the temporary plate — everything about registration in the Netherlands.
Transport & delivery
How your car arrives in the Netherlands safely and insured, the lead time and the delivery.
Warranty & insurance
Manufacturer, dealer and Real Garant warranty, plus insurance during transport and on a Dutch registration.
Business & tax
Bijtelling, VAT, the pseudo final levy from 2027 and lease: everything for the business importer.
Make & model
Is it worthwhile to import a specific make or model, and what does Das Import check for each brand?
Payment & financing
When you pay what, how payment is handled securely, and the options for financing and leasing.
Process & lead time
The steps from request to delivery, how long it takes and how you track the status of your import.
Trust & assurance
Why buy from an authorised dealer via Das Import, what the risks of importing yourself are and how we eliminate them.
Special imports
Campers, vans, oldtimers/youngtimers, electric cars and imports from other countries.
Trade-in & sale
Trading in your current car via Das Import: how it works and how we get the highest bid for you.
Accessories & aftercare
Alarm, coating, tinting and other options, plus our aftercare following delivery.
About Das Import
Who is Das Import, where are we located and how can you reach us?
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