How to Import a Car from Germany to Fontiveros: Download Our Bilingual Purchase Contract Template
Importing a vehicle from Germany to Spain can be a bureaucratic challenge, but having the right documentation is the key to a smooth registration process. If you are a resident in Fontiveros and have purchased a vehicle from a German seller, you need a legally binding contract that is recognized by the Spanish Traffic Department (DGT). This bilingual template ensures that both the German seller and the Spanish buyer fully understand the terms of the sale, preventing delays when you visit the local tax office or the DGT.
Instructions on how and where to submit your paperwork in Fontiveros
Once you have signed the bilingual contract, you must follow these steps to legalize your vehicle in Spain:
- Technical Inspection (ITV): Before you can register the car, you must pass a "Pre-registration" ITV test. You can find the nearest ITV station to Fontiveros in Ávila.
- Tax Office (Agencia Tributaria): You must pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Registration Tax) using the Modelo 576. You can do this online via the AEAT website or by visiting the provincial tax office in Ávila.
- Town Hall (Ayuntamiento de Fontiveros): You must pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM), also known as the road tax, at the Fontiveros Town Hall.
- DGT (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico): Finally, you must submit your documentation to the DGT in Ávila to receive your Spanish license plates. It is highly recommended to book an appointment ("cita previa") through the official DGT website before going.
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO USADO / USED VEHICLE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
VENDEDOR / SELLER: [Name], con DNI/NIF/Passport [Number], con domicilio en [Address in Germany].
COMPRADOR / BUYER: [Name], con DNI/NIF/NIE [Number], con domicilio en [Address in Fontiveros, Spain].
EL VEHÍCULO / THE VEHICLE:
Marca / Make: [Brand] | Modelo / Model: [Model]
Bastidor / VIN: [VIN Number] | Matrícula / License Plate: [German Plate]
CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES:
1. El Vendedor declara que es propietario del vehículo y que este se encuentra libre de cargas o embargos. / The Seller declares they are the owner and the vehicle is free of liens or encumbrances.
2. El Comprador declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo y lo acepta. / The Buyer declares they are aware of the current state of the vehicle and accepts it as is.
3. El precio de venta acordado es de [Amount] euros, que el Comprador abona al Vendedor en este acto. / The agreed sale price is [Amount] euros, paid by the Buyer to the Seller upon signing.
Firmado en [City], a [Date]. / Signed in [City], on [Date].
Firma del Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________
Firma del Comprador / Buyer Signature: ____________________
Additional documentation required
To successfully register your German import, the bilingual contract is not enough on its own. You must ensure you have the following original documents:
- German Registration Documents: Both Part I (Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I) and Part II (Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil II).
- Certificate of Conformity (COC): This document is essential for the ITV station to verify the vehicle's technical specifications.
- Proof of Identity: Your DNI or NIE (if you are a resident in Spain) and your passport.
- Receipts of Payment: Proof of payment for the IVTM (local tax) and the Modelo 576 (registration tax).
Expert Tip: Always keep a high-quality scan of the signed bilingual contract in a secure cloud folder. When dealing with the DGT, they may request a sworn translation ("traducción jurada") if the contract is not fully understood by the official, but having a bilingual version often satisfies the initial requirements and saves you the cost of a formal translator. Ensure the vehicle's VIN number matches perfectly across all German and Spanish documents before leaving Germany.