Tips on importing a car from US to UK

[Namor]

Guys, any tips on importing a car from US to UK. I presently live in US and plan to return to UK shortly. I take it as long as I'm moving back to UK as a permanent resident and own the car for 6 mths prior to returning while also not selling for 12 mths I pay no duty or VAT on vehicle? who am I best to talk to you about importing a vehicle myself?

thanks

[Twin Turbo]

Take a look at this thread here, which I hope may help

http://www.s197.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=18&am...

[Pete B]

Hi, Talk to these guys Alan or Mark @ www.kingstownshipping.co.uk I find them excellent, easy to get on with , no hassle guys.
They've shipped in several cars for me in the past with no problems, currently got a 56 GMC truck on its way. I'm sure they can answer all your questions.
Good luck.

[V1PER]

I used Mark and so have a few other viper owners..With no problems at all.....
He even has my viper on his web page.....

[mikef]

Namor said:

Guys, any tips on importing a car from US to UK. I presently live in US and plan to return to UK shortly. I take it as long as I'm moving back to UK as a permanent resident and own the car for 6 mths prior to returning while also not selling for 12 mths I pay no duty or VAT on vehicle?

If you've lived outside the UK for 12 months then yes, that's right. I'd recommend looking at http://www.import-car.info/ and their discussion boards at http://www.import-car.info/discuss/

I brought 2 vehicles over when I returned from living in the US, so you're welcome to ask me any specific questions