tradecarview.com site

[speedist]

Has anyone used this site to purchase a car? Is it legit? If so, I'd like to get info on all fees involved, estimated cost of shipping, broker, etc.

[krazykid24]

also VERY interested in finding this out! they have a wide range of vehicles and prices. THANKS

[prav316]

interested in this as well.....anyone have any info? seems like they have a wider range than SBTJapan

[fraggle]

tradecarview is like an ebay of Japanese used cars, they only link you up with different dealers from all over japan. You still must be careful when using this site to purchase are car because just like on ebay you can get screwed if you choose a horrible seller. Also buying from this site is sometimes more expensive than just buying direct from the seller. (extra fees involved). You can do what my cuz did. Use the site to find a car and then just contact the seller directly. (eliminate the middle man) Hope this helps.

[prav316]

thanks for the info man......i noticed the prices not too bad on that site.....but i not to familiar with buying a car like this.....are there any reputable sellers locally that use this site?

[hustla_ambition101]

thanks for the info man......i noticed the prices not too bad on that site.....but i not to familiar with buying a car like this.....are there any reputable sellers locally that use this site?

reputable+RORO dealer do not exist in the same sentence , I'm sure some use it but a businessman never lets out his trade secrets

[prav316]

Lol....well what i mean was that i want a car i see on the site ..... and if someone locally uses the site i can purchase it through them...
at the same time anyone have any sellers locally that reliable.....i dont know many ppl who bring cars down so i kinda tryin to find someone who wont screw me.

[hustla_ambition101]

There are a couple powersellers who do the import thing, hit them a pm and see. Just remember you gonna have to pay a fee. Also beware of some of the cars on the site, some have body damage and may have other problems, especially those with just 2-3 pics

[prav316]

thanks for the info man, much appreciated

[hustla_ambition101]

No probs, I was checking out some stuff also

[src1983]

Used the site to purchase my car.....

Will let u all know how it goes

The problem for me was getting the USD to pay for it

[src1983]

Well got my car today.....

No problems.

[javishm]

2 months not bad at all

[powered by ?]

Well got my car today.....

No problems.

Do you mind sharing who was the dealer you dealt with?

[E-TECH]

Well got my car today.....

No problems.

Do you mind sharing who was the dealer you dealt with?

^^^^^ (x2)

[zoelikescheese]

Well got my car today.....

No problems.

can u share some info on the process please?

[speedist]

^^x 2

[marcusrcr]

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[src1983]

A citizen of T&T is allowed 1 car every three years. During this time the car cannot be sold or transferred.

You should ensure you have access to USD. Most of these sites will quote in USD (this was my major problem...and prolonged the transaction for 2 weeks)

I used the following supplier CARCHS Co. Ltd.

When you find the car you want (car must not be over 6 years). Message the seller and negotiate a price I opted and used the paytrade system for security reasons (information is on the site)

Once you both agree on the price, the seller will initiate the transaction by providing you with an invoice. This is payable in 1-2 business days (pay close attention to the time in Japan)

They would send you the wire instructions for you to wire the funds (ensure that you send the charges so the full invoices amount reaches the sellers bank)

Once the seller confirms receipt of funds they would initiate the de-registration and shipping process...

Once they had de-registered and organize the shipping they would send you the documents via post and scanned email

1. Invoice (I did not receive a caricom invoice)

2. Bill of lading (3 copies)

3. De- registration certificate

4. Year of manufacture letter (ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THIS)

When you receive these documents go to the following site

[url]Howtoapplyforanimportlicence.aspx[/url]

And download the import form and complete in triplicate

Copy all documents and go the TTMA Building in Barataria ground floor and apply for the license. It would be ready in about 1-2 weeks

Pay close attention to when the vehicle is arriving and secure the services of a broker to clear the car.

Once cleared you can wreck it home, or drive it if you can get D plates.

and that's it.

Now I did everything regarding the sale in Japan through the site. It is possible to contact the supplier separately, but it will be more risky as the site offers security.

If you do decide to use pay trade, it comes at an extra cost

DISCLAIMER: this was based on my experience, and I cannot say that your experience will be like mine. Be wise and cautious

[Trini Hookah]

How long your vehicle took to reach man?

[zoelikescheese]

How long your vehicle took to reach man?

this!
and is it worth it to import for yourself? did u save alot of $$

[marcusrcr]

A citizen of t&t is allowed 1 car every three years. During this time the car cannot be sold or transferred.

You should ensure you have access to USD. Most of these site will quote in USD (this was my major problem...and prolonged the transaction for 2 weeks)

I used the following supplier CARCHS Co. Ltd.

When you find the car want (car must not be over 6 years). Message the seller and negotiate a price I opted and used the paytrade system for security reasons (information is on the site)

Once you both agree on the price, the seller will initiate the transaction by providing you with an invoice. This is payable in 1-2 business days (pay close attention to the time in Japan)

They would send you the wire instructions for you to wire the funds (ensure that u send the charges so the full invoices amount reaches the sellers bank)

Once the seller confirms receipt of funds they would initiate the de-registration and shipping process...

Once they had de-registered and organize the shipping they would send you the documents via post and scanned email

1. Invoice (I did not receive a caricom invoice)

2. Bill of lading (3 copies)

3. De- registration certificate

4. Year of manufacture letter (ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THIS)

When you receive these documents go to the following site

[url]Howtoapplyforanimportlicence.aspx[/url]

And down load the import form and complete in triplicate

Copy all documents and go the TTMA Building in Barataria ground floor and apply for the license. It would be ready in about 1-2 weeks

Pay close attention to when the vehicle is arriving and secure the services of a broker to clear the car.

Once cleared you can wreck it home, or drive it if you can get D plates.

and that's it.

Now I did everything regarding the sale in Japan through the site. It is possible to contact the supplier separately, but it will be more risky as the site offers security.

If u do decide to use pay trade, it comes at and extra cost

DISCLAIMER: this was based on my experience, and I cannot say that your experience will be like mine. Be wise and cautious

Great info, Thanks!

Sent from my MT15i using TriniTuner mobile app

[src1983]

How long your vehicle took to reach man?

Took about 4 weeks

[E-TECH]

Thanks 4 the info bro!

[geodude]

Was it an average of about 70% plus the original cost of the car advertised on the site to clear and on the road??? Savings?????

[powered by ?]

Let use an average or 6000USD for Cost and Freight breakdown as follows:

Estimated US Exchange Rate used – TT $6.44
Cost & Freight – US $6000.00
US $6000.00 x TT $6.44 = $38,640.00


Cost & Freight 38,640.00
Broker Fee (document processing, clearance and registration of vehicle) 3000.00
Customs Duty (25%) 9,660.00
Motor Vehicle Tax – 1300cc @ $3.75 4,875
VAT (TT $53,175.00) 7,976.25
TOTAL Cost of Vehicle $61,151.25

Additional Local Costs
Local Bank (Wire Transfer Fee) 65.00
Foreign Bank Processing Fee (US $16.50) 106.26
Insurance Avg Fully Comprehensive 5000.00
TOTAL Additional Local Costs $8,171.26
TOTAL Overall Costs $69,322.51

Now the motor vehicle taxes varies depends on the CC rating of the said vehicle, Taxes as follows:

3.75 up to 1500CC
11.25 up to 1999CC
18.75 upwards of 2000CC

[src1983]

Let use an average or 6000USD for Cost and Freight breakdown as follows:

Estimated US Exchange Rate used – TT $6.44
Cost & Freight – US $6000.00
US $6000.00 x TT $6.44 = $38,640.00


Cost & Freight 38,640.00
Broker Fee (document processing, clearance and registration of vehicle) 3000.00
Customs Duty (25%) 9,660.00
Motor Vehicle Tax – 1300cc @ $3.75 4,875
VAT (TT $53,175.00) 7,976.25
TOTAL Cost of Vehicle $61,151.25

Additional Local Costs
Local Bank (Wire Transfer Fee) 65.00
Foreign Bank Processing Fee (US $16.50) 106.26
Insurance Avg Fully Comprehensive 5000.00
TOTAL Additional Local Costs $8,171.26
TOTAL Overall Costs $69,322.51

Now the motor vehicle taxes varies depends on the CC rating of the said vehicle, Taxes as follows:

3.75 up to 1500CC
11.25 up to 1999CC
18.75 upwards of 2000CC

What he said....

This is the only way you will know if you save, CIF of vehicle + Taxes....

[BlueIce]

this info should be stickied ....mind blown

[AllTrac]

src1983, well done.

[AllTrac]

do you mind telling us the condition the vehicle came in and the approximate savings?