"Tripper" (tripe46)
12/21/2018 at 15:50 • Filed to: None
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"Tripper" (tripe46)
12/21/2018 at 15:50 • Filed to: None | 13
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I’ve just returned from the PA Auto Tag place. I immediately had to turn in the Title that I had waited so long for, and I don’t even get it back. I did however get my pink slip. Now all I have to do is wait for the car to be delivered an the plate to arrive! The guy seemed surprised that I had all of the paperwork ready to go (props to The A ctual RootWyrm) . He was also surprised to see that I had the title already translated. I translated it originally just because I was curious, then a few Oppos mentioned that I might need it for the state DMV, and I did! So thanks!
I thought some of you might be interested in the breakdown of the cost to get a vehicle from Europe to East Coast USA. So here it is
Shipping for the title - $32
Pickup and shipping from Beesd, Netherlands - $1,494.92
Import fees (customs bond, filing fees, duty, delivery) - $1384.76
PENNDOT fees (Tax, title, tag, registration) - $1205
Grand total - $4,116.68
Before this all started I guessed $4k omitting tax, and duty. So I think I made out well.
Things of note:
Shipping was on a RoRo carrier, container shipping would have been more expensive.
Beesd is close to Amsterdam where they do a lot of shipping, so I’m guessing this deducted a significant amount from the cost.
Chances are that you could save some money stateside if you DIY, but I wouldn’t if I do it again. It was around $750 to have someone else file the paperwork and deliver the car, that’s a steal to me. It would have to cost double that for me to consider doing it myself.
Looking back, the process was easy overall . The lack of experience and level of anxiety made it difficult for me. It will be much easier next time.
Now it’s a race to see what arrives first, the car or the license plate. I’m suspecting the car, but at least I’ve got a head start on the plate. I’ll be driving it around the neighborhood either way;)
Happy Friday and Happy Holidays!
WilliamsSW
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 15:55 |
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So much excitement! I have to expect the car will be filthy when it arrives - and will need a good washing from the transit? I’d be ready for that - unless someone has the job of washing before delivery.
RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 15:57 |
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Well, let’s see. MarineTraffic has the ship getting in 8AM on Christmas, and if they unload that day and get it on the truck to PA, that’s be late Christmas or early the next day, right? 27th at the latest.
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Tripper
> WilliamsSW
12/21/2018 at 16:07 |
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Yea, I’m prepared either way!
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Tripper
> RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
12/21/2018 at 16:09 |
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Yea I’m not sure how long it takes to unload. The ship looks like it holds a lot of cars. I’m also not sure what the customs procedure looks like. I was thinking it might be the following week but the sooner the better!
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RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 16:19 |
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Yeah, I was kind of being jokingly optimistic (1.7kts? wtf kind of speed is that?), but it could get out to you surprisingly quickly.
I imagine the customs boys mostly only shit a brick if it’s some kind of rolls or racecar of that age... otherwise they’re probably on miscreant new car and Defender patrol.
vondon302
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 16:28 |
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Damn it’s not even mine and I’m excited. I happen to be g oing to Amsterdam for New year’s Eve. Just might look around and see what’s available.
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Tripper
> RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
12/21/2018 at 16:33 |
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Current speed is 11.9kn (I paid for Satellite AIS tracking:)
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RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 17:55 |
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Either I misread, it was a momentary reorientation, or an error, 'cause when I looked up tracking on the ship I could have sworn it was at 1.7. Might have been 11.7 and me being dumb.
nermal
> Tripper
12/21/2018 at 18:01 |
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I assume this is legal under the 25+ yr rule.
Does it have a special low-usage plate, or a regular one? Have you been able to get insurance lined up yet?
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Tripper
> nermal
12/21/2018 at 19:21 |
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Yep it’s a 1975. No I didn’t get a classic or antique plate because I didn’t want to be limited on how much/when I can drive it.
Yep it’s insured as of yesterday. $400 every 6 months. Would have been $115 with an antique or classic plate.