Importing a Car from Germany to Torre De La Horadada: Download Your Bilingual Sales Contract
Bringing a vehicle from Germany to Spain is a common way to secure a high-quality car, but it requires precise paperwork to ensure a smooth registration process at the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). When you are finalizing the purchase, having a bilingual contract is essential to ensure that both the seller in Germany and the buyer in Spain fully understand the terms, and to provide the Spanish authorities with a document they can process without requiring expensive sworn translations.
How and where to submit your paperwork in Torre De La Horadada
Once you have purchased the vehicle and have the signed contract, you must proceed with the Spanish registration process. While Torre De La Horadada is a beautiful coastal town, the official administrative tasks are handled at the provincial level. You should follow these steps:
- DGT Appointment: You must request an appointment at the Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico in Alicante (the nearest office for Torre De La Horadada residents).
- Tax Payment: Before going to the DGT, you must pay the "Impuesto de Matriculación" (Model 576) via the Agencia Tributaria (AEAT) website or a local bank.
- Local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento): You must pay the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM) at the Pilar de la Horadada Town Hall, as Torre De La Horadada falls under this municipality.
- Technical Inspection (ITV): You must take the vehicle to an ITV station to obtain a Spanish technical card (Ficha Técnica).
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO USADO / USED VEHICLE SALES CONTRACT
Vendedor / Seller: [Name/Nombre], con DNI/NIE/Passport [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
Comprador / Buyer: [Name/Nombre], con DNI/NIE/Passport [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
Vehículo / Vehicle:
Marca / Make: [Brand] | Modelo / Model: [Model] | Matrícula / Plate: [Plate] | Bastidor / VIN: [VIN]
Cláusulas / Clauses:
1. El Vendedor declara que el vehículo está libre de cargas, gravámenes o embargos. / The Seller declares that the vehicle is free of any charges, liens, or encumbrances.
2. El Comprador declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo y lo acepta. / The Buyer declares to know the current state of the vehicle and accepts it.
3. El precio de venta es de [Amount] Euros, pagados mediante [Payment Method]. / The sale price is [Amount] Euros, paid via [Payment Method].
En [City], a [Date]. / In [City], on [Date].
Firma Vendedor / Seller Signature: ____________________
Firma Comprador / Buyer Signature: ____________________
Additional documentation required
To successfully register your German import, the DGT will require more than just the contract. Ensure you have the following ready:
- Original German Registration Documents: Both parts of the "Zulassungsbescheinigung" (Teil I and Teil II).
- Certificate of Conformity (COC): This document is vital to prove the vehicle meets EU standards.
- Proof of Identity: Your NIE/DNI and proof of residence in Torre De La Horadada (Empadronamiento).
- Invoice or Contract: The bilingual template provided above acts as your proof of ownership.
Expert Tip: Always ensure the German seller marks the vehicle as "exported" in their local system before you drive it to Spain. Additionally, check if the vehicle has a valid "TÜV" (German technical inspection), as this can sometimes simplify the ITV process in Spain. If you are ever unsure, consult with a local 'Gestoría' in Pilar de la Horadada; they specialize in handling these international imports and can save you significant time navigating the bureaucratic requirements.