Importing a car from New York: everything you need to know

Have you found your dream car in New York? The next step is to import the car to the Netherlands, a process that involves many details. Fortunately, SCL Rotterdam has years of experience shipping vehicles from the United States, and we can provide excellent assistance.

Why import a car from New York?

The selection of cars in America is much larger and more varied than in the Netherlands. You will find a wide range of brands and models, including rare and exotic cars that you won’t easily come across here. Moreover, cars in the U.S. are often more affordable, even when considering transport and import costs. Whether you’re looking for a classic car or a recent model, it’s definitely worth looking around in the U.S.

Benefits of SCL Rotterdam for car import

Full-service solutions

At SCL Rotterdam, we offer a full-service solution for importing your car from New York. Our goal is to relieve you of all worries and provide the best possible custom solution. Our services include:

• Purchase assistance in New York: We guide you through the purchase of the car, so you know what to look out for.
• Various shipping options: Whether you choose road transport, container shipping, or Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) transport, we handle it.
• Own storage facilities: For safe unloading and storage of your vehicle.
• Modifications in SCL workshop: If adjustments are needed to meet European regulations, we can handle them in our workshop.
• Customs clearance and import: We ensure that your car gets a Dutch license plate, arrange type approval, and calculate the BPM declaration.

Experience with classic cars

We have extensive experience importing classic cars from America. If you’ve found a classic car you want to bring to the Netherlands, you’ve come to the right place.

Everything under one roof

From customs clearance to registration, we offer the complete package. Whether it’s purchase assistance on location or applying modifications in our workshop, everything is possible.

Assistance with customs clearance

Importing a car from the U.S. involves many regulations and requirements. We assist you with the necessary documents and point out potential challenges so that you are well-prepared. Once the car has arrived in the Netherlands, we also support you with customs clearance and the importation of the car.

We ensure that the car gets a Dutch license plate. Additionally, we arrange type approval and calculate the BPM declaration. If modifications are needed to make the car comply with European regulations, we can perform them in our workshop for you.

Import options and transport possibilities

SCL Rotterdam offers various options for shipping your car from New York to the Netherlands:

• Road transport: With a choice of an open trailer or closed trailer.
• Container transport: For maximum security of your vehicle.
• Ro-Ro transport: An efficient and commonly used method where your car is driven onto a special ship.

What to consider when importing

There are many things to consider when importing a car from New York. Important points include:

• Documents: Make sure you have all the necessary documents in order, such as the U.S. title and the purchase agreement.
• Timeline: Consider the time it takes to complete all the steps, from purchase to registration in the Netherlands.
• Costs: Besides the purchase price, there are costs for transport, any modifications, BPM, and import duties.
• European legislation: Ensure that your car complies with European regulations, or modifications may need to be made.

Why choose SCL Rotterdam?

By choosing SCL Rotterdam, you benefit from our years of experience and expertise in car imports from America. We know exactly what’s involved in shipping and importing vehicles and are ready to guide you through the entire process. This way, you can enjoy your new car without worries.

Find the best solution for your situation

Are you looking for a custom solution to import the car of your dreams from New York? Fill out the contact form or request a quote directly. Together with one of our specialists, we’ll be happy to discuss your needs and the best options for your situation.

Exporting to the U.S.

In addition to importing cars from New York, we also assist in exporting vehicles to the U.S. Special laws and regulations apply to exports to the U.S. For more information, visit our page on car import requirements.

Additional services

In addition to standard services, we also offer additional services such as purchase inspection and payment service. This makes the entire process even easier and safer for you.

Importing a car from New York can be a complex task, but with the right guidance and expertise, it becomes much easier. At SCL Rotterdam, we ensure that you can drive your dream car without worries. Fill out the contact form or request a quote directly and find out how we can help you with the import of your car.