Buying wheels from abroad.

[grantsmith1985]

Has any one done this or know any one that has done this. I am looking at buying a set of wheels from America. As the Fitment is not a problem it makes choices a little easier.
The main thing I want to know is any complications and any hidden costs like VAT. Obviously there will be a higher cost in shipping.
Any info muchly appreciated
Thank you please smileys/smiley17.gif

[Clouds_mate]

Import TAX...


Dont have a clue, Would like to know tho, I love German wheels

[jaybiss]

speak to john at 2modified cause im sure he imported damos wheels for him

[Robb]

Yeh import tax will be crazy. I seem to remember it adding quite a bit on, unless they send it through as a 'gift' which I doubt they will..

[Delboy75]

Import tax would be very high on a set of wheels.
I've bought and sold quite a bit of stuff from the u.s and unless it's marked as a gift you'l get a hefty bill to pay.

You Could always ask the dealers if they will tick the gift box for you on the customs docket, some will some won't.

Del

[marv]

My m8 jus got alloys from germany an i dont recall him mention import tax or anything...i will ask later for you tho if you wan me to?

[saxoash]

My m8 jus got alloys from germany an i dont recall him mention import tax or anything...i will ask later for you tho if you wan me to?

Import tax only applys out side the EU (EUROPE)