Questions about buying a car abroad — answered
Ask about inspections, import, transport or a specific car. Our inspectors answer; every post is moderated before it goes live.
Lokalnie BE/NL
A private seller in Belgium is in a hurry – can an inspection be done quickly?
A seller near Mechelen says he'll sell by the end of the week to whoever pays first. What can I do?
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Import
Is it better to collect a car in Belgium myself or to book transport?
I have a free weekend and thought about driving to Antwerp to collect the car. What about plates and insurance for the way back?
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Q&A
How can I pay for an inspection: card, bank transfer, other?
I am ordering from abroad. What payment methods are available, and do you hold the money for the car?
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B2B i partnerzy
What exactly can I do in the DAExport partner panel?
I am considering working with you as a dealer in the Netherlands. I want to know what day-to-day work in the panel looks like before I buy a plan.
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Inspekcja PPI
Why measure paint thickness on a used car if you can see it?
The car looks flawless, no colour mismatch. Does a paint gauge really add anything?
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Car Finder i giełda
Can I order an inspection directly from a listing in the app?
I found a car on the marketplace and want to check it right away. Do I have to e-mail you, or can it be done in the app?
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Transport
Open or enclosed trailer — how do you move cars from Belgium and what does it cost?
I have a valuable car and worry about rain and stones. Do you have an enclosed trailer and how is it priced?
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Inspekcja PPI
What does an OBD scan show before buying a used car?
The seller says no warning lights are on, so there are no faults. Is an OBD scan still worth it?
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B2B i partnerzy
Can I get one collective invoice for inspections instead of paying per car?
We order several inspections a week and paying by card for each car is a nightmare for our accountant. Can this be billed together?
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Car Finder i giełda
Can I order an inspection in Czechia if the marketplace does not show listings there?
I found a car on a Czech portal and I see your app has no Czech listings. Is an inspection there even possible?
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Lokalnie BE/NL
What does a local car inspection cost – in Ghent, Brussels or Amsterdam?
One car is in Amsterdam, another in Ghent. Does the price depend on the city, and how do I check it?
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Oszustwa
A listing priced far below market: how do I tell if it is a scam?
I found a 3 Series for a fraction of the price of similar cars. The seller "moved abroad" and wants a quick decision. What now?
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VIN i historia
Do I pay extra for the VIN history report when I order an inspection?
I remember an add-on for vehicle history. Do I need to buy it on top of the inspection now?
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Car Finder i giełda
Is there a DAExport app for Android and iPhone?
I want alerts on my phone and to follow the status of an inspection I ordered. Do I have to install something from a store?
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Koszty i podatki
Is it cheaper to import a car from Germany than to buy locally?
I am comparing the same Golf at home and in Germany. There is a price gap, but I am unsure it holds up after costs.
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VIN i historia
Is a free VIN check enough before I buy a used car?
I pasted the VIN from the listing into a free checker and everything matched. Can I send the deposit now?
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Inspekcja PPI
Is a vehicle history report by VIN enough without an inspection?
I have a VIN report and it looks clean – no accidents. Can I buy the car without seeing it checked?
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Inspekcja PPI
How is travel to the car calculated and what does it cost?
The car is well over a hundred kilometres from Antwerp. How do you calculate travel, and do I pay extra on top of the inspection price?
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Inspekcja PPI
What language and format is the inspection report in?
I'm buying a car in Germany but I don't read German well. Will the report be in my language and in what form?
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Q&A
Will I get the inspection report in my own language if the car is in Belgium?
I speak neither Dutch nor French. Will the report be understandable to me?
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Car Finder i giełda
Why is the inspection price on a listing "from", and why does it change in the order?
On a marketplace listing I saw an inspection price with "from". After entering the postcode the amount was different. Is that normal?
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Inspekcja PPI
Is it safe to buy a car abroad without seeing it in person?
I found a BMW in Germany, but it's several hundred kilometres away. Can I buy based on the listing and a report?
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B2B i partnerzy
Do you have an API so our platform can order inspections?
We run a car classifieds platform and want an "order inspection" button for users without e-mailing back and forth. Is there an API?
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Transport
Is there a discount if I book the inspection and transport together?
I plan to buy a car in Belgium and arrange delivery at once. Is the bundle cheaper?
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Inspekcja PPI
Can you inspect two cars on the same day in the same city?
I have two listings near Roeselare and want to see both in one day. Do I pay travel twice?
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Import
Is it worth buying a car in the Netherlands and registering it in France?
I live in France and see plenty of Dutch cars at good prices. What should I know about the paperwork before buying?
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Import
What do I need to import a car from Germany to Spain?
I want to buy a used car in Munich and register it in Spain. What steps should I take before bringing it over?
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Import
I want to buy a car in Germany and register it in Italy — what are the steps?
I have my eye on a Škoda at a dealer in Stuttgart. What is the right order: inspection, payment, plates, transport to Italy?
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Import
How do I import a car from Belgium to Poland step by step?
I found a 2018 Passat near Ghent and want to bring it to Poland. Where do I start so I do not run into hidden faults or paperwork surprises?
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VIN i historia
How can I tell the odometer was rolled back when the seller swears the mileage is original?
A 2016 car shows 120 thousand km, yet the steering wheel and pedals look heavily worn. How do I verify it?
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