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How to Buy a German Import Car: Download Your Bilingual Sales Contract for Nueva Carteya

Bringing a vehicle from Germany to Spain is a popular way to acquire high-quality cars, but it requires precise documentation to ensure the transfer of ownership is legally recognized by the Spanish authorities. If you are a resident of Nueva Carteya or the surrounding Córdoba province, using a bilingual contract is essential to prevent misunderstandings with the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) and to ensure both the German seller and the Spanish buyer are fully protected under EU law.

Instructions on how and where to submit your documentation in Nueva Carteya

Once you have signed the contract, you must initiate the registration process (matriculación). While the contract itself is a private document between parties, it is the cornerstone for your "ITV" (technical inspection) and your visit to the DGT office in Córdoba. In Nueva Carteya, you should follow these steps:

Step 1: Complete the bilingual contract below, ensuring all VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) details match the German "Fahrzeugbrief."
Step 2: Pay the "Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales" (ITP) at the Junta de Andalucía tax office.
Step 3: Schedule an appointment at the DGT provincial headquarters in Córdoba to register the vehicle for Spanish plates.
Step 4: Present the original signed contract, the German registration documents, and the proof of tax payment.

📄 Modelo Oficial / Official Template

Plantilla / Template

BILINGUAL SALES CONTRACT / CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO

SELLER / VENDEDOR: [Name/Nombre], [ID/DNI/NIE], [Address/Dirección].
BUYER / COMPRADOR: [Name/Nombre], [ID/DNI/NIE], [Address/Dirección].

VEHICLE DETAILS / DATOS DEL VEHÍCULO:
Make/Marca: [Brand] | Model/Modelo: [Model] | VIN/Bastidor: [VIN] | License Plate/Matrícula: [Plate]

TERMS / TÉRMINOS:
1. The Seller declares that the vehicle is free of any liens or encumbrances. / El Vendedor declara que el vehículo está libre de cargas o gravámenes.
2. The Buyer accepts the vehicle in its current state. / El Comprador acepta el vehículo en el estado en que se encuentra.
3. Price / Precio: [Amount] Euros.

Signed in [City] on [Date] / Firmado en [Ciudad] a [Fecha].

[Signature Seller / Firma Vendedor] --- [Signature Buyer / Firma Comprador]

Additional documentation required

To finalize the process in the Córdoba province, you will need to provide the following alongside your signed bilingual contract:

Fahrzeugbrief (Part I and II): The original German registration documents. Do not lose these; they are mandatory for the ITV.
COC (Certificate of Conformity): This document proves the vehicle meets EU safety and environmental standards.
ITV Card: You must take the car to an ITV station in the Córdoba area to obtain the Spanish technical inspection card.
Proof of Identity: Your DNI or NIE and proof of residence in Nueva Carteya (Empadronamiento).

Expert Tip: Always verify the "Fahrzeugbrief" against the physical VIN plate on the car chassis before signing. If the seller is a professional dealership, ensure the invoice includes the VAT (IVA) breakdown, as this can affect your tax obligations in Spain. If you are unsure about the status of the vehicle, you can request a "Reporte de Vehículo" from the DGT to ensure it has no outstanding fines or restrictions in its country of origin.