How to Buy an International Car

Purchasing a new car is not an every-day task. The auto industry is one of the largest industries in the world. When searching for a new car, consumers often look for the safest, most fuel economic and driver friendly vehicle they can afford. Other people care only about luxury. Many times, these vehicles can be found on the international market, and are available to the general public. By purchasing a car on the international market consumers can find a vehicle that will match their exact needs.

Instructions

Purchasing Through a Parent Company

1

Research the car you wish to buy. Determine whether that car is available in your country. If not, keep a note of the make, model, year, specific features and parent company.

2

Review local laws and compare them with the specifications of the vehicle you wish to buy. Make sure the car in question meets all the requirements.

3

Visit a dealership associated with the company that manufactures the car you wish to purchase. For example, Lexus and Scion are a division of Toyota.

4

Locate and present your notes to a sales representative. Make it clear that you are willing to pay any extra fees to have the car shipped internationally.

5

Present your Social Security number, pay stubs and proof of address upon request of the sales representative. Read and sign any documents presented to you.

Using a Car Broker

6

Research the vehicle you wish to buy. Make a note of any significant information such as the make, model and year.

7

Compare the vehicle specifications to local laws. Make sure the car in question meets all the federal and local requirements.

8

Determine whether you are willing to hire a consumer-driven car broker or a professional business car broker. The rates are about the same but their fields of expertise vary. A consumer-driven car broker will work on a more personable and friendly level. A professional business car broker will take a more distant approach but can save you more money on the final purchase of the vehicle.

9

Determine a timeline. Decide on a relative amount of time that you would like to receive your vehicle and present this to your car broker.

10

Present your notes to your car broker and discuss the amount of money you are willing to pay for shipping and other international fees.