Importing a truck to the UK
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Hi!
I'm a new member. I'm moving back to the UK from Denver in the spring. I have a Toyota Tundra truck that I adore and I'd like to bring it with me. It's the 2011 CrewMax model.
I have no idea where to start. My company is paying my moving expenses which can include the truck.
What paperwork do I need? Can I register the Tundra in the UK? What do I need to do?
Thank you so much.
Calliope
I'm a new member. I'm moving back to the UK from Denver in the spring. I have a Toyota Tundra truck that I adore and I'd like to bring it with me. It's the 2011 CrewMax model.
I have no idea where to start. My company is paying my moving expenses which can include the truck.
What paperwork do I need? Can I register the Tundra in the UK? What do I need to do?
Thank you so much.
Calliope
Thanks!
This is the model: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota-truck/tundra-crewmax...
Mine has the towing package.
This is the model: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota-truck/tundra-crewmax...
Mine has the towing package.
Ok, it will easily go through testing provided it hasn't been modified in any way.
It will need a lighting conversion carried out and then be submitted for an IVA test.
Once this is done to get it registered you'll need the customs clearance form, title, UK insurance and proof of id.
As a repatriation package you'll be exempt from import duty and VAT provided you've owned the truck for at least six months, can prove you were resident in the US and don't sell the truck over here for at least a year.
There are several companies that can do the lighting conversion and IVA testing for you but I'm more than happy to give you the details of the guy I use. He's based by Southampton docks and has a very quick turnaround from the vehicle arriving to getting it through the IVA test provided he has all the vehicle and shipping details in advance.
It will need a lighting conversion carried out and then be submitted for an IVA test.
Once this is done to get it registered you'll need the customs clearance form, title, UK insurance and proof of id.
As a repatriation package you'll be exempt from import duty and VAT provided you've owned the truck for at least six months, can prove you were resident in the US and don't sell the truck over here for at least a year.
There are several companies that can do the lighting conversion and IVA testing for you but I'm more than happy to give you the details of the guy I use. He's based by Southampton docks and has a very quick turnaround from the vehicle arriving to getting it through the IVA test provided he has all the vehicle and shipping details in advance.
When I imported my US truck (similar circumstances), I did the lighting conversion, then at the SVA they told me they didn't check that on commercial vehicles. But needed for the first MoT.
Things that can trip you up -
Having European ratings on the tyres (many US-sold tyres don't).
Having the weights sticker on the driver's door jamb with the required info in the required minimum font size. I failed on the font size (5mm if I recall correctly) , printed out a new sticker on my inkjet, stuck it on and went straight back for a pass.
ps: PM me if you want a step-by-step account of exporting and shipping from the US through to registered on the road in the UK, with associated costs. It's something you can do yourself.
Things that can trip you up -
Having European ratings on the tyres (many US-sold tyres don't).
Having the weights sticker on the driver's door jamb with the required info in the required minimum font size. I failed on the font size (5mm if I recall correctly) , printed out a new sticker on my inkjet, stuck it on and went straight back for a pass.
ps: PM me if you want a step-by-step account of exporting and shipping from the US through to registered on the road in the UK, with associated costs. It's something you can do yourself.
Edited by mikef on Wednesday 6th February 21:34
mikef said:
When I imported my US truck (similar circumstances), I did the lighting conversion, then at the SVA they told me they didn't check that on commercial vehicles. But needed for the first MoT.
IVA test now and is very different. The vehicle has to be completely compliant.mikef said:
Having European ratings on the tyres (many US-sold tyres don't).
US tyre manufacturers have moved over to global markings recently so it should be OK.mikef said:
Having the weights sticker on the driver's door jamb with the required info in the required minimum font size. I failed on the font size (5mm if I recall correctly) , printed out a new sticker on my inkjet, stuck it on and went straight back for a pass.
There's no downrating of trucks anymore so they have to have the manufacturers plate on them.irocfan said:
Roo said:
Ok, it will easily go through testing provided it hasn't been modified in any way.
o/t does this mean that no modded cars can get in from the US (so no supercharged Hemi-Challengers for instance) or does it mean that it's just harder?Or, put it all back to standrd for the IVA test and change it back again afterwards.
MacRR said:
That used to be a very active board but I don't t think it's been updated in a long time.mikef said:
MacRR said:
That used to be a very active board but I don't t think it's been updated in a long time.Gassing Station | Yank Motors | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff