hosscolla
6/10/2014 18:21 EST
I've planned to retire in Salvador and would like to ship my Toyota Tundra there from USA. Will they allow it there? And what about cost?
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garrett
6/11/2014 20:41 EST
For nearly ANY vehicle it is far cheaper to sell it at home, then buy when you are here...
The biggest issues -- petro: gasoline is nearly 2x the highly used ethanol (can your truck use ethonal) -- parts: Tundra is sold here but is also built here, specs may be different -- taxes are very high here, which means inventories are kept very low. It also means quality is something not to be expected...
Here is a page that will provide latest prices in BR$... http://carros.trovit.com.br/toyota-tundra
Remember, the use of commas and decimals is reversed (10.000 = 10,000). The current exchange rate is near BR$2,25 for US$1 -- you'll have to research shipping costs, shipping insurance, import fees (personal items are waived once from import fees, items like vehicles are not given this grace).
Will require much homework -- no simple answers...
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aaronbennis
9/22/2014 01:12 EST
It never ceases to amaze me! I don't even begin to fathom why anyone (unless they're wealthy) would even think about shipping a pick-up truck (not motorcycle) from the US to BR, to begin with.
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exnyer
10/1/2014 09:30 EST
The simple answer is yes, you can ship your Tundra but it will cost you. Now for the why of it all.
Brasil has a protectionist economy. As a "rich" foreigner you must be forced to "buy Brasilian". The equivalent vehicle here is called the Hilux.
If you go online to the Brasilian embassy site you will find a list of unpermitted imports including anything gasoline powered.
Ship you furniture (the furniture here are VERY uncomfortable), electric tools and appliances (buy transformers when you get here). Check your electric appliances to see if they will work with the voltage here 240V. Our clothes washer only needed a transformer, our dryer is DOA.
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marcdawg
11/1/2014 22:01 EST
My advise is to buy locally. Brazil has Hilux whics is different from the Tundra.If it is not brand new you CANNOT import it. Brazil does not allow import of used vehicles. With a new vehicle prepare to pay 200% in duty and other fees. Why would you need a tundra in Brazil?
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Jaak
12/13/2014 19:58 EST
It is illegal to import second hand vehicles to Brazil...I am clueless where all the people that replied got there info from. You can only import 30+ year old cars for show/collection and Diplomats can bring there car, which they need to take back when they leave and can not sell.
You can import brand new vehicles but will be hit with 90 to 110% tax and it is a lot of hassle.
If anyone disagrees with this info please prove me wrong.
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aaronbennis
12/28/2014 01:14 EST
Agreed! You are clueless, for having posted a request for bonafide import regulations info, on an expat forum to begin with.
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aaronbennis
12/28/2014 01:17 EST
Contact the Salvadorean Customs Bureau, or Embassy for accurate, detailed information. Capiche?
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Jaak
12/28/2014 05:25 EST
Sjoosh internet troll be gone...
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Jaak
12/28/2014 05:27 EST
P.S Do you live in Brazil? Do you know anything about Brazil Mr aaronbennis? Have you seen the cars available in Brazil and at what costs...If you had you would not question anybody wanting to import a car from the US.... just saying..
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aaronbennis
12/30/2014 21:56 EST
The answer to both your first & second question is "yes". Have you ever heard the saying that "a fool, and his money, are soon to be parted"? Happy New Year 2015 & Cheers!
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aaronbennis
12/30/2014 22:01 EST
You poor baby! Again, best wishes for a "Happy" New Year & Cheers!
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