🚗 Step 2: First Preparations Before Traveling to Germany 🇩🇪➡️🇪🇸

If you’ve decided to buy a car in Germany, proper preparation before traveling is crucial to ensure a smooth process and avoid costly mistakes.

🛠️ Investigación previa es clave 🛠️ Antes de viajar a Alemania, es fundamental analizar opciones, comparar precios y verificar documentación. ¡Una búsqueda inteligente te ahorrará dinero y problemas! 🔍💶

1️⃣ Define Your Budget & Car Preferences

• Decide on the brand, model, fuel type, and mileage range you are comfortable with.

• Be realistic with your budget – some models might be out of range, but you might find a better alternative in a different brand.

• Factor in extra costs: Import taxes, temporary plates, ITV, and registration fees.

💡 Pro Tip: The best deals are often found in plug-in hybrids due to lower emissions taxes in Spain.

2️⃣ Research the Best Platforms for Car Listings

Avoid only using Mobile.de – many better deals exist elsewhere!

✅ Where to Look for Cars in Germany:

• Official dealer websites (Audi, BMW, Mercedes) – safer & often include warranties.

• Trusted German car marketplaces (smaller than Mobile.de).

• Private sellers? Riskier – ensure proper paperwork and accident history verification.

3️⃣ Contact Multiple Dealers Before Traveling

• Never fly without verifying the car first!

• Ask the seller for:

✔ Maintenance history (was the car serviced on time at an official garage?)

✔ TÜV certificate (German roadworthiness test)

✔ Accident reports

💡 Smart Move: Negotiate the price before arriving – German dealerships are open to negotiations, especially on cash purchases.

🚀 Ready to Fly? What Comes Next?

In the next blog, we’ll cover how to organize your trip, buy the car, and transport it to Spain.

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