Any Advice on Moving AM to Germany?
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Hi All,
I'm think of moving my car to Berlin - for various reasons, not least the tempting "no-limit" motorways where the V12V can go above 70 - and was wondering if anyone had any advice or experiences of doing this?
some things I can think of....
a. I believe I'll have to permanently swap the headlights to the side over there - heard about £2k for a new set?
b. Any idea what insurance is like in Germany in comparison to UK?
c. I imagine it's paper work hell - any ideas on the process?
On the storage front, I'm looking at the Meilenwerk (http://www.meilenwerk.de/Meilenwerk_Berlin_index.php) which acts as both storage and museum - so if that goes ahead the car will be in a museum, but with 24/7 access. Got to be secure as some locals like setting fire to expensive cars....
Any help, advice, pointers would be really helpful (and good jokes I'm sure)
Many thanks in advance
David
Btw - if you're in Berlin and not been to the Meilenwerk, definately worth a visit with lots of interesting cars to see (e.g. AM Shooting brake - 1 of only 4 I think), Sunday brunch with live jazz band, etc. and entrance is free...
I'm think of moving my car to Berlin - for various reasons, not least the tempting "no-limit" motorways where the V12V can go above 70 - and was wondering if anyone had any advice or experiences of doing this?
some things I can think of....
a. I believe I'll have to permanently swap the headlights to the side over there - heard about £2k for a new set?
b. Any idea what insurance is like in Germany in comparison to UK?
c. I imagine it's paper work hell - any ideas on the process?
On the storage front, I'm looking at the Meilenwerk (http://www.meilenwerk.de/Meilenwerk_Berlin_index.php) which acts as both storage and museum - so if that goes ahead the car will be in a museum, but with 24/7 access. Got to be secure as some locals like setting fire to expensive cars....
Any help, advice, pointers would be really helpful (and good jokes I'm sure)
Many thanks in advance
David
Btw - if you're in Berlin and not been to the Meilenwerk, definately worth a visit with lots of interesting cars to see (e.g. AM Shooting brake - 1 of only 4 I think), Sunday brunch with live jazz band, etc. and entrance is free...
David you should contact an local AM dealer to get the necessary help you need - best dealer in Germany IMHO (and i know all of them ) is Royal Motors Kempen in Cologne - here is the address and the name of the managing director:
Olaf Schlösser
Royal Motors Kempen GmbH
Raderthalgürtel 2
50968 Köln, Germany
Tel: +49 (0) 221 934 780 24
Fax: +49 (0) 221 934 780 85
schloesser@astonmartin-koeln.de
Olaf Schlösser
Royal Motors Kempen GmbH
Raderthalgürtel 2
50968 Köln, Germany
Tel: +49 (0) 221 934 780 24
Fax: +49 (0) 221 934 780 85
schloesser@astonmartin-koeln.de
I lived in Berlin for 15 years and had a great time on their autobahns with various nice cars including my V8V. However I'm not sure from your post whether you're actually intending living out there or just taking the car there, storing it and using it when you make special trips out to it. Really can't see why anyone would want to do that, if indeed it is what you intend.
Hi
If its any help I had my V8 and my later DB9 have an adjustable conversion at Lancaster Sevenoaks which cost around £400 which involves two cables under the bonnet on either side which results in, I can't remember which way round for the moment, in that just a push for one setting and pull for the other and you have complete flexibility for UK and Euro driving. Takes lifting the bonnet and then all of 30 seconds to switch from UK to Euro. In my view simple and effective solution and avoids the hassle of the alternatives.
If its any help I had my V8 and my later DB9 have an adjustable conversion at Lancaster Sevenoaks which cost around £400 which involves two cables under the bonnet on either side which results in, I can't remember which way round for the moment, in that just a push for one setting and pull for the other and you have complete flexibility for UK and Euro driving. Takes lifting the bonnet and then all of 30 seconds to switch from UK to Euro. In my view simple and effective solution and avoids the hassle of the alternatives.
Edited by pilgrim7777 on Friday 8th July 13:26
Edited by pilgrim7777 on Friday 8th July 13:27
I'd leave it on UK plates, I'd estimate only about 20% of the autobahns around Berlin are derestricted and the police don't mess around over there painting their speed cameras and vans in bright colours. In fact exactly the opposite, they hide them behind trees and crash barriers. Must have saved me a fortune over the years only running on UK plates.
Hiya,
I moved back from Germany about 3 months ago after spending nearly four years there with work, two of which with my old V8V coupe.
I swapped the entire headlights as being as I was living over there I didn't want just the 'flat beam' conversion. From memory they cost me about £850 per light for LHD!! Thinking about it, I've still got them if you're interested! Not sure if they're the same for a V12V but they are the HID ones so PM me if interested.
Insurance I found was a bit of a killer, but again I can advise some companies if you plan on a permanent move. Autobahns were great. It was quite a struggle getting back to the UK limits having been used to happliy cruising at 120-130mph everywhere - and that's just keeping up with the rest of the traffic!
The one downside is when there is an accident the resultant stau is a nightmare!
Let me know if you want more info.
I moved back from Germany about 3 months ago after spending nearly four years there with work, two of which with my old V8V coupe.
I swapped the entire headlights as being as I was living over there I didn't want just the 'flat beam' conversion. From memory they cost me about £850 per light for LHD!! Thinking about it, I've still got them if you're interested! Not sure if they're the same for a V12V but they are the HID ones so PM me if interested.
Insurance I found was a bit of a killer, but again I can advise some companies if you plan on a permanent move. Autobahns were great. It was quite a struggle getting back to the UK limits having been used to happliy cruising at 120-130mph everywhere - and that's just keeping up with the rest of the traffic!
The one downside is when there is an accident the resultant stau is a nightmare!
Let me know if you want more info.
don4l said:
Are Germans already on Michael's list, or do they need to be added?
Don
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No passenada, Don.Don
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I believe they are approx number 4 (excl AngelXXX).
Unfortunately the full list is on my UK computer and I´m having enough trouble negotiating this Spanish Keyboard in any case.
Will replenish list, with removal of Scots as requested, upon my return.
If he thinks he´s getting another list he can kiss my.............
Jockman said:
No passenada, Don.
I believe they are approx number 4 (excl AngelXXX).
Unfortunately the full list is on my UK computer and I´m having enough trouble negotiating this Spanish Keyboard in any case.
Will replenish list, with removal of Scots as requested, upon my return.
If he thinks he´s getting another list he can kiss my.............
Kiss kissI believe they are approx number 4 (excl AngelXXX).
Unfortunately the full list is on my UK computer and I´m having enough trouble negotiating this Spanish Keyboard in any case.
Will replenish list, with removal of Scots as requested, upon my return.
If he thinks he´s getting another list he can kiss my.............
don4l said:
Jockman said:
michael gould said:
dont do it, its full of Germans !!
Bratwurst or Wurst Brat. Don´t worry, they´re on the list 
Good luck with the moving Dave
I will tell you what's not on my list and I hate more than finance and gap insurance......readymade bowties......why o why can’t men learn to tie a bowtie...... bloody peasants......readymade bowties are so so so .....Jaguar.....i.e. so "ordinaires"
michael gould said:
I will tell you what's not on my list and I hate more than finance and gap insurance......readymade bowties......why o why can’t men learn to tie a bowtie...... bloody peasants......readymade bowties are so so so .....Jaguar.....i.e. so "ordinaires"
Who even wears a bowtie with the exception of a wedding? They do look awkward to tie though.Gassing Station | Aston Martin | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff