How to Buy a Car from Germany: Bilingual Sales Contract Template for Santiga Registrations

Importing a vehicle from Germany to Spain is a popular way to acquire high-quality automobiles, but the paperwork can be daunting. When registering your imported vehicle in Santiga or the surrounding Barcelona area, the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) requires clear documentation of the transaction. This bilingual (Spanish/English) purchase contract ensures that both the buyer and seller understand the terms of the sale, providing the legal security necessary to process your vehicle's "Matriculación" successfully.

Instructions on how and where to submit your documentation in Santiga

Once you have purchased your vehicle and have the signed contract in hand, you must initiate the registration process. In the Santiga and Barberà del Vallès area, follow these steps:

• DGT Appointment: You must request an appointment at the DGT provincial office (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico) in Barcelona.
• Tax Payment: Before going to the DGT, you must pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Model 576) via the Agencia Tributaria website.
• Local Council Tax: Pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) at the local town hall (Ayuntamiento) of your municipality.
• Technical Inspection: Visit an ITV station near Santiga to obtain the "Ficha Técnica Española" for your German vehicle.

CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT

VENDEDOR / SELLER:
Nombre/Name: ________________________ DNI/Passport: ________________________
Dirección/Address: __________________________________________________________

COMPRADOR / BUYER:
Nombre/Name: ________________________ DNI/NIE: ____________________________
Dirección/Address: __________________________________________________________

VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE:
Marca/Make: ____________ Modelo/Model: ____________ Matrícula/Plate: ___________
Nº Bastidor/VIN: ________________________ Km: _______________________________

CLÁUSULAS / CLAUSES:
1. El Vendedor declara que el vehículo está libre de cargas y gravámenes. / The Seller declares that the vehicle is free of all liens and encumbrances.
2. El Comprador declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo. / The Buyer declares to be aware of the current condition of the vehicle.
3. El precio acordado es de ______ Euros, pagados mediante transferencia bancaria. / The agreed price is ______ Euros, paid via bank transfer.

Firmado en/Signed in ____________, a fecha de/on ____________.

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

Additional documentation required

To ensure your registration in Santiga is approved without delays, prepare the following documents alongside your signed bilingual contract:

• Original German Vehicle Registration Documents: The "Teil I" and "Teil II" (Zulassungsbescheinigung).
• Certificate of Conformity (COC): Essential for verifying European technical standards.
• Proof of Identity: Your original DNI, NIE, or Passport.
• Proof of Payment: A copy of the bank transfer receipt matching the amount stated in the contract.

Expert Tip: Always keep a digital copy of the signed contract and all tax receipts in a dedicated folder. When dealing with imported vehicles, the DGT is particularly strict regarding the "Chain of Ownership." If the vehicle was purchased through a dealership, ensure the invoice includes the VAT (IVA) breakdown, as this will save you significant administrative headaches during the tax assessment phase in Spain.