How to Buy a German Import Vehicle in El Masnou: Downloadable Bilingual Contract Template
Importing a vehicle from Germany to Spain can be a complex bureaucratic process. When purchasing a car from a German seller, having a legally sound, bilingual contract is essential to ensure that both parties understand the terms and to satisfy the requirements of the Spanish tax authorities (Hacienda) and the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). This template is designed to bridge the language gap and provide a solid legal foundation for your transaction in El Masnou.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in El Masnou (El)
Once you have signed the contract with the seller, the document serves as the basis for your registration process in Spain. To finalize the import in El Masnou, follow these steps:
- ITV (Technical Inspection): Take the vehicle to an authorized ITV station to obtain the Spanish technical card (Ficha Técnica).
- Tax Office (Agencia Tributaria): You must present the bilingual contract and the original German registration documents (Teil I and Teil II) to pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Model 576).
- Town Hall (Ayuntamiento de El Masnou): You must pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) at the local council office in El Masnou.
- DGT (Traffic Headquarters): Finally, submit all documentation to the DGT (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico) to receive your Spanish license plates.
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO USADO / USED VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT
VENDEDOR / SELLER: [Name], con DNI/NIF/Passport [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
COMPRADOR / BUYER: [Name], con DNI/NIF/NIE [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE DETAILS:
Marca / Make: [Brand] | Modelo / Model: [Model]
Matrícula Alemana / German Plate: [Plate] | Bastidor / VIN: [VIN Number]
Kilometraje / Mileage: [Km]
CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES:
1. El VENDEDOR declara ser el legítimo propietario del vehículo y que éste se encuentra libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The SELLER declares to be the legitimate owner of the vehicle and that it is free of any charges or liens.
2. El COMPRADOR acepta el estado actual del vehículo tras haberlo inspeccionado. / The BUYER accepts the current condition of the vehicle after inspection.
3. El precio de venta es de [Amount] euros, pagados mediante [Transfer/Cash]. / The sale price is [Amount] euros, paid via [Transfer/Cash].
4. El VENDEDOR entrega el vehículo junto con la documentación original alemana (Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I y II). / The SELLER delivers the vehicle along with the original German documentation.
Firmado en / Signed in [City], a [Date].
Firma Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________
Firma 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:
- Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I & II: These are the two parts of the German vehicle registration document. Do not accept a car without both.
- Coc (Certificate of Conformity): This document confirms that the vehicle meets European standards. It will save you significant time and money at the ITV.
- Original Invoice or Contract: The bilingual contract provided above serves as the purchase proof for tax purposes.
- Proof of Identity: Your DNI or NIE card.
Expert Tip: Before finalizing the payment in Germany, verify the VIN number on the chassis matches the one on the registration documents exactly. In El Masnou, the DGT is very strict; any discrepancy in the VIN or missing German stamps on the registration documents will cause your application to be rejected. Always keep a digital scan of the signed bilingual contract in a secure cloud folder for your records.