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  Less to the pound 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Really enjoyed your test of the Mazda 6 2.2 diesel. This car is on my shortlist to replace my current Mondeo 2.2 Titanium X estate that is now 2 years...
• Imported "new" Car 5 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Began discussions with the new dealer on getting out of the PCP we were in and that we wanted to deal with someone else and would they help us get a new car The new dealer then informs us that the car is an import - and, although on a PCP has no finance outstanding ( news to me on both fronts ) so hpi is clear - although the check also reveals that there are no other details on the system for the car .. Anyway - the fact that we were sold an import ( not to our knowledge ) as a "new" car with only delivery mileage reduces the resale value also it is - in my opinion fraud on behalf of the dealer who sold it to us So my questions are this - what process would we need to follow to buy an import and therefore what documentation is missing and how do we stand as the consumer.... we have demanded all our money back and will take the matter further if needs be as this was a main dealer and the maths just doesnt stack up ....
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  Oil change at 4,000 miles? 30 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I know you advocate an oil change and filter every 12 months, but I have only done 4,000 miles, is this still the case?
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  Should I be paying VED road tax on my Toyota Prius? 12 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a 2016 model Japanese import Toyota Prius in 2021 and paid £280 road tax. This year it is £295 road tax. Is this correct as I believed this...
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  How important is it to use super unleaded fuel if recommended by a manufacturer? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 9 month old third generation Honda Jazz SE. The manual recommends the use of 95RON super unleaded petrol. Will I damage the engine...
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  When's the first MoT on an import? 25 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My car (Ford C-MAX) was first registered on 1st March 2010. I bought it new from Motorpoint Derby with only about 3 miles on the clock. The local Ford...
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  What is involved in buying a European car and importing it to the UK? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  If one was interested in acquiring a model only available in Europe, for example an Opel that ran on LPG, where would one begin and what difficulties would...
• Buying an Import from Japan 1 Jul 2009 (Forum)
  Leaving aside the choice of car itself which is being discussed on this forum elsewhere, I would be greatful for some tips simply on this issue, namely the purchase procedure of a repatriated import. Guy Guy
• Is my car an import ? 28 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  I know there was a trend some years ago for buying RHD cars through continental dealers and shipping them here to save money but if that is the case with mine would it have been registered in Antwerp first and then imported or could it have been delivered direct to the UK or something ? Not important to me now as it is very far on in its life in mileage terms and any value implications can only be marginal now as it is either worth very little or perhaps not a lot. :-( I may well just keep it until it will no longer function but if I were to sell it does this detail have any relevance ?
• Mondeo ST220 30 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Does anyone have any explanation as to how the service book may be like this, do main dealers sometimes dabble in imports on the side to keep things off the books? Or can an import be PDI'd privately by a main dealer on the UK when it hits the shores here. As a happy aside, the car is incredible on the road. An absolute peach, and very understated. cheers smoke
• Alpine Stereo's 20 May 2008 (Forum)
  I am thinking of getting an import frim Hong Kong. A CDA-9887. Anybody bought one or know anyone who has had any experience? Do they work ok over here? I have heard of problems with US imports when tuning the radio but I haven't heard much about these.
• Jap Import - Southampton Car Auction??? 19 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  Hi, Looking at getting a Pajero or Toyota Surf and a local dealer has pointed me to the auction at Southampton Docks on a Monday and Tuesday. He also...
• Renault Laguna 2002 Import 17 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Does anyone know how much warranty you have with a 2002 model Renault Laguna? It was not from an official Renault franchise but bought from Ian Shipton...
• ANY IDEA? 28 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Micronetshowroom had the One at £9,097 but its now £9400...the gap is rising between a uk one and that...however i still reckon importer - know any other good importer prices? Also, have been considering an A3 1.6 Sport used and a 316ti compact used - is the Mini still a better car? any opinions appreciated!
• Mitsubishi Shogun - Anyone persuaded DVLA to change a VED band ? 18 Feb 2011 (Forum)
    To avoid paying higher rates of VED, a pre March 2001 model seemed a good bet.  Found an interesting one on ebay .. but see that it is an import (seems many are).  No worries as such .. I currently drive an imported car. However, the car is a 2000 model, has a 'X' number plate but was registered in the UK in 2003.  'Normally', such a car would pay the engine related tax of £205.
• surely not.... 21 May 2003 (Forum)
  On Sunday I went to an Audi dealer to trade in my golf 1.6.se (02 reg , 8500, import full uk spec) for an audi tt. I was offered £7500 because it was an import - the dealer rang up the underwriting dept and then gleefully told me that this is the best price and that's it normal in the industry to do this.
• Insurance to drive an import home 7 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  How has this happened? Despite all the efforts of various parties to bring down the barriers against importing, the DVLA throw another up. Putting the car on a trailer means the car will be liable for German VAT (although reclaimed later) and will cost me around three times the price of a self collect.
• How important is appearance of your car 9 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Do you find that appearance figures highly in your selection of a replacement vehicle? For instance I personally find the mid size japanese cars ie; Honda...
• Importing from france 4 May 2004 (Forum)
  Hi, was wondering if anyone could help. I'm trying to register my french 1988 alfa spider in england. i have all the DVLA forms but it says i need information...
• imported car warranty 27 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  i have been looking at a focus zetec auto, 4000 miles on a 03 plate. it was brought in from jersey when 6 months old, it is now 12 months old. garage selling...