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How to Buy a Car from Germany: Bilingual Purchase Agreement Template for Arahal Residents

Importing a vehicle from Germany to Spain can be a complex bureaucratic process. To ensure your purchase is legally protected and recognized by the Spanish tax and traffic authorities (DGT), you need a solid contract that bridges the language gap between German-standard documentation and Spanish legal requirements. This bilingual template is designed to help Arahal residents formalize their purchase, providing a clear legal framework that satisfies both the seller and the Spanish administration.

Instructions on how and where to submit your paperwork in Arahal

Once you have imported the vehicle to Arahal, you cannot simply drive it with foreign plates indefinitely. You must register the vehicle in Spain. Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Ensure your bilingual contract is signed in duplicate by both parties.
Step 2: Visit the Agencia Tributaria to pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Registration Tax).
Step 3: Pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) at the Ayuntamiento de Arahal (Town Hall).
Step 4: Once you have your taxes paid, schedule an appointment at the DGT (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico in Seville) to obtain your Spanish license plates.

Keep the original bilingual contract in your records, as you will need to provide a copy to the DGT during the registration process to prove ownership and the purchase price.

📄 Modelo Oficial / Official Template

Plantilla / Template

CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO USADO / USED VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT

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

VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE:
Marca/Make: [Marca] | Modelo/Model: [Modelo] | Matrícula/Plate: [Matrícula] | Bastidor/VIN: [VIN]

CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES:
1. El Vendedor declara transmitir al Comprador el vehículo libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The Seller declares to transfer the vehicle to the Buyer free of any liens or encumbrances.
2. El Comprador declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo y lo acepta. / The Buyer declares to know the current condition of the vehicle and accepts it.
3. El precio acordado es de [Precio] Euros, que se abonan en este acto. / The agreed price is [Price] Euros, paid in this act.

En [Lugar/City], a [Fecha/Date].

Firma Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________
Firma Comprador / Buyer Signature: ____________________

Additional documentation required

Beyond the bilingual contract, the Spanish authorities will require several specific documents to complete the importation process:

Ficha Técnica: The original German registration document (Teil I and Teil II).
COC (Certificate of Conformity): This is crucial for proving the vehicle meets EU technical standards.
ITV Card: You must take the vehicle to an ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) station near Arahal to obtain a Spanish technical inspection card before it can be registered.
Proof of Identity: Your DNI or NIE and proof of address in Arahal (Empadronamiento).

Expert Tip: Always double-check that the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on the German registration documents perfectly matches the VIN stamped on the chassis of the car. Even a single digit discrepancy can cause significant delays at the DGT. Additionally, ensure the seller provides a "Factura" (Invoice) if they are a professional dealer, as this simplifies the tax calculation at the Spanish tax office.