Is it worth buying a used car in Germany?

The used-car business has been expanding across borders in Spain for years, as some drivers choose to search for used cars in the German market, then bring them back to Spain and re-register them.

This practice is primarily due to the fact that the German used car market offers models with specific equipment not found in Spain, and they are also available at lower prices , although there are doubts about this factor.

Advantages of purchasing a used vehicle in Germany

First of all, as we mentioned earlier, there is a wide variety of models that are usually less than 10 years old. Furthermore, these types of cars are priced lower than in the Spanish market , especially for mid- to high-end cars.

Furthermore, many vehicles can be purchased with standard extras that would be optional in Spain and would increase their final price, so one of the main attractions is the low prices .

Disadvantages of buying a used car in Germany

The main drawbacks come from the costs associated with importing a vehicle from the German market:

Ultimately, the sum could reach up to 2,000 euros , a figure that could be higher if you choose to buy a German car with the advice of a company specializing in the German secondhand market.

The cars most imported from Germany

These are mainly German brand vehicles, as sales in Germany are much higher , resulting in a greater selection and more competitive prices. These brands include, of course, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, and Audi .

Among the most imported models to our country are the BMW 3 Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Audi A4, the Volkswagen Golf , and the Porsche Macan.