Field Note

How to calculate landed cost before bidding abroad

A landed-cost checklist for import buyers comparing auction price against freight, port fees, taxes, repairs and registration.

Winning bid is only one part of the cost; buyer fees, inland transport, ocean freight and destination port charges matter.

Taxes and duties should be estimated for the target country before the bid limit is set.

Repair and compliance reserves protect the buyer from turning a cheap auction price into an expensive delivered car.

A disciplined ceiling bid keeps the import attractive even if transport timing or exchange rates move.

Related guides

Spain route guide for US auction cars with 10% EU duty, 21% IVA, AEAT Form 576, CO2-based IEDMT and official sources.

Poland route guide for US auction cars covering 10% EU duty, 23% VAT and excise based on engine capacity and fuel type.

Netherlands route guide for US auction cars: EU customs value, 10% duty, 21% VAT, BPM based on CO2, RDW inspection and official Dutch sources.

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