How to Buy a German Import Car in Algorta: Essential Bilingual Sales Contract Template

Bringing a vehicle from Germany to Spain is a popular way to acquire high-quality cars, but the legal transition requires precise documentation. This guide provides a bilingual (Spanish/English) purchase contract designed to ensure that both the seller in Germany and the buyer in Algorta are legally protected, facilitating the subsequent registration process with the Spanish DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico).

Instructions on how and where to submit your documentation in Algorta

Once you have signed the contract and transported the vehicle to Algorta, you must formalize the import. While the contract itself is a private document held for your records and for presentation to the tax authorities (Hacienda), the registration process follows these steps:

• ITV Inspection: You must take the vehicle to an ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) station. The nearest stations to Algorta are located in the surrounding industrial areas of Bizkaia. You will need the German "Fahrzeugbrief" (Part I and II).
• Tax Payment: You must pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Model 576) via the AEAT (Agencia Tributaria) website or office, and the "Impuesto de Circulación" (IVTM) at the Getxo/Algorta Town Hall.
• DGT Appointment: Once taxes are paid and the ITV card is issued, request an appointment at the DGT provincial office in Bilbao (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico) to obtain your Spanish license plates.

CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT

VENDEDOR / SELLER: [Name/Nombre], con DNI/Pasaporte [ID Number], con domicilio en [Address/Dirección].

COMPRADOR / BUYER: [Name/Nombre], con DNI/NIE [ID Number], con domicilio en [Address/Dirección].

VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE: Marca/Make: [Brand], Modelo/Model: [Model], Bastidor/VIN: [VIN], Matrícula/Plate: [Plate].

PRECIO Y PAGO / PRICE AND PAYMENT: El comprador adquiere el vehículo por la cantidad de [Price] €, que se abona mediante [Payment Method]. / The buyer acquires the vehicle for the sum of [Price] €, paid via [Payment Method].

ESTADO DEL VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE CONDITION: El comprador declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo. / The buyer declares to be aware of the current condition of the vehicle.

CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES: El vendedor garantiza que el vehículo está libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The seller warrants that the vehicle is free of all liens and encumbrances.

Firmado en / Signed in [City] a [Date].

Firma Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________

Firma Comprador / Buyer Signature: ____________________

Additional documentation required

To successfully complete the import process in Algorta, ensure you have the following documents ready alongside your bilingual contract:

• Original German Registration Documents: The Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I & II.
• Proof of Identity: A copy of your DNI or NIE (Foreigner Identity Number) and your "Empadronamiento" from the Getxo Town Hall.
• Certificate of Conformity (COC): Essential for the ITV station to verify technical specifications.
• Bill of Sale / Invoice: If bought from a dealership, the original commercial invoice is mandatory.

Expert Tip: Always verify the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on the car chassis matches the one on the contract and the German registration papers before signing. If the vehicle is older than four years, ensure you have a recent German TUV inspection report, as this can sometimes expedite the Spanish ITV process. If you are unsure about the tax calculations, consult with a local "gestoría" in Algorta, as they specialize in navigating the specific import requirements of the Basque Country.