Porsche

Importing a Porsche

Why choose SCL Rotterdam as your Porsche importer?

Do you want to import a new or classic Porsche from America? At SCL Rotterdam, you’re at the right place. With our full-service solutions, we ensure the quick and safe shipping of your beloved Porsche. Whether it's a Porsche 911, Boxster, Panamera, or a classic 356, we have the experience and expertise to handle the entire process for you. This way, you can focus on your passion for cars.

Benefits of choosing SCL Rotterdam as your Porsche importer

At SCL Rotterdam, we offer a wide range of services to make your import experience smooth and stress-free:

Full-service solutions tailored to you: From start to finish, we take care of everything.
Years of experience: We have extensive experience in importing high-end sports and luxury vehicles from abroad.
Expert purchase guidance: We assist you with the purchase inspection so that you know your Porsche is in top condition.
Own storage facilities: For safe unloading and storage of your vehicle.
Conversions in the SCL workshop: We make sure your car complies with Dutch regulations.
Personal advice from specialists: Our passion for cars is evident to you as a customer, and we proactively think along with you.

Costs of importing a Porsche

The cost of importing a Porsche depends on your specific needs and the services you choose. For an accurate price indication, you can easily request a quote from SCL Rotterdam. This quote is customized, so you know exactly how much importing a Porsche from the USA or another country will cost.

By taking advantage of our full-service solutions, you benefit from the advantages of working with a single party. This not only saves you money but also a lot of time and hassle because you don't have to involve multiple companies.

Transport options: container transport and Roll on-Roll off (Ro-Ro)

You can choose between two ways of transport by sea:

Container transport: This is usually cheaper. The Porsche is driven into a container and safely secured.
Roll on-Roll off (Ro-Ro): This involves placing the car on a specialized ship for car transportation. The cars are carefully secured for a safe journey.

What to consider when importing a Porsche

When importing a Porsche, especially a classic one, it is important to pay attention to several aspects:

Original condition: Check if the car is in its original state.
Condition of the car: Ensure the car is in good condition. Photos alone can sometimes give a distorted image. We always recommend a purchase inspection.
Conversion: Modern Porsches that are not specifically built for the European market often need to undergo EU type approval before they can be registered with a Dutch license plate.

Advantages of container transport from America

At SCL Rotterdam, we generally recommend container transport. This offers advantages such as lower costs and better protection of your valuable Porsche. We import from various ports in America, including New York, Savannah, Houston, Los Angeles, and Oakland.

Fast customs clearance in the Netherlands

Once in the Netherlands, we ensure fast and efficient customs clearance. This includes:

BPM calculation: We keep the BPM (Tax on Passenger Cars and Motorcycles) as low as possible using a favorable calculation method.
BPM declaration: We take care of the entire BPM declaration for you.
Dutch registration: SCL Rotterdam handles the application and placement of a Dutch license plate.

Additional services: purchase inspection and payment service

We also offer additional services such as a purchase inspection and a payment service. This allows you to handle the purchase of your Porsche in America with peace of mind. We inspect the car on location so that you know for sure that everything is in order.

Contact an import specialist

Do you have questions about importing a Porsche? Our specialists are ready to offer you expert help and advice. We tell you what is needed for shipping and how the import procedure works. Feel free to call us or fill out the contact form for more information.

SCL imports popular Porsche models

Porsches are among our 'all-time' import top 3, showing that this brand remains very popular among almost all ages. Some popular models that we frequently import are:

Porsche models
- Porsche 911 Series: 964, 993, 996, 997, 991, 992
- Porsche 356 Speedster
- Porsche Boxster
- Porsche Panamera
- Porsche Macan
- Porsche Cayenne
- Porsche Cayman

Important tips for your Porsche import process

Original condition: Make sure the classic Porsche is in original condition. Especially for the Porsche 356, there are many replicas on the market (often built on a Volkswagen Beetle chassis) that cannot always be imported as a classic car because they are simply not original.
Purchase inspection: Photos alone can sometimes give a distorted image. A physical inspection is strongly recommended.
Modern Porsches: These often need to undergo EU type approval before they can be registered with a Dutch license plate.

Whether you want to import a classic 356 or a modern 911, SCL Rotterdam offers the complete package for a smooth and cost-effective import experience. With years of experience and an unbounded passion for cars, we are ready to bring your dream car safely and quickly to the Netherlands.

Are you looking for a reliable partner to import your Porsche from America? Contact SCL Rotterdam today!