AutoexpertEU office in Alicante — vehicle handover to clients

Car from Germany to Alicante — purchase, delivery and DGT registration

We source and buy the car in Germany, deliver it to Alicante and register it in Spain turnkey. Full cost calculated upfront: purchase, delivery, taxes, ITV and DGT registration — no surprises.

Cars from Germany to Alicante — turnkey service

Buying a car in Germany for residents of Alicante and the Costa Blanca is often more cost-effective than purchasing an equivalent vehicle on the Spanish market. The main reasons are the vast selection available at German auctions, transparent service histories and generally more careful vehicle use.


We source vehicles at closed German auctions and official dealerships, verify the history by VIN, assess the condition of the car and bid at auction. After purchase we organise delivery to Spain, the ITV inspection and registration with the DGT.


The result: you receive a fully registered car with Spanish plates in the province of Alicante, without having to navigate German auctions, paperwork or taxes yourself.


Our office and storage facility are in Alicante. We also have an in-house workshop where every vehicle undergoes a final technical inspection before handover to the client.


Read more about the import process on the «Import a car from Germany to Spain» page.

How the purchase process works for a client in Alicante

The car import process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks from selection to delivery and consists of several stages:

  1. 1We define the car model, budget and requirements.
  2. 2We search for vehicles at German auctions and dealerships.
  3. 3We verify the vehicle history and assess its condition.
  4. 4We bid at auction or negotiate with the seller.
  5. 5We arrange delivery of the vehicle to Spain.
  6. 6We complete the ITV inspection and prepare all documents.
  7. 7We register the vehicle with the DGT and obtain Spanish plates.
  8. 8We hand over the vehicle at our Alicante office or deliver it anywhere in Spain.

Most clients are only involved in the selection stage — we handle everything else. We work primarily online: you only need to come to the office for the final vehicle handover.


The full process typically takes 5–6 weeks from the initial request to receiving the vehicle. The timeline depends on the transport method: self-collection from Germany is considerably faster, while car transporter delivery takes longer — but is the safer option for the vehicle.

Why cars from Germany are often more cost-effective for Alicante buyers

Vehicles from Germany are frequently more advantageous for Alicante residents for several reasons:

1. Wide vehicle selection

The German market is significantly larger than the Spanish one, making it easier to find the right specification and service history.

2. More transparent history

Most vehicles have a complete service history and verifiable mileage.

3. Competitive price

Even accounting for delivery and registration, the vehicle often costs less than an equivalent on the Spanish market.

4. Better specifications

The German market more frequently offers vehicles with high-level equipment — especially from Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen.


Real example from our practice:

A client from Alicante ordered a BMW X3 xDrive20d 2021. The total turnkey cost with Spanish registration was €31,500. Equivalent offers at Spanish dealerships at that time started from €37,000.


Another illustrative example:

A 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan with 45,000 km sells for an average of €28,000–32,000 on the Spanish market. The same vehicle from a German auction, including delivery, ITV and DGT registration, costs our Alicante clients €23,000–26,000.

Vehicle sourcing in Alicante and delivery from Germany

We serve the entire province of Alicante, the Costa Blanca coastline and also accept orders from Valencia.


Vehicles are most frequently delivered to clients from the following towns:

Alicante
Torrevieja
Benidorm
Altea
Calpe
Denia
Valencia
Murcia
Gandía

We receive particularly frequent enquiries from Torrevieja — the largest Russian-speaking community on the Costa Blanca.


If you are in another region, we can deliver the vehicle anywhere in Spain once all documentation has been finalised.

Our office and premises in Alicante

We are based in Alicante — our office, storage yard and workshop are all here. The yard regularly has vehicles in stock that you can inspect in person and purchase without waiting.


Every vehicle imported from Germany undergoes a final technical inspection at our workshop before handover to the client. You are welcome to come, inspect the car in person and drive away on Spanish plates.


AutoexpertEU office and yard in Alicante

How much does it cost to import a car from Germany to Alicante?

The total cost comprises the auction price of the vehicle, delivery to Spain, registration taxes (IEDMT), the ITV inspection and DGT administration fees. We calculate every component upfront — before you make any decision.


A full breakdown of all costs, a calculator and real-life examples are available on the «How much does it cost to import a car from Germany to Spain?» page.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to import a car from Germany to Alicante?

The full process typically takes 5–6 weeks from the initial request to vehicle delivery. The timeline depends on the transport method: self-collection from Germany is considerably faster, while car transporter delivery takes longer — but is the safer option for the vehicle.

Do I need to travel to Germany in person?

No. We work primarily online. You are only involved in the vehicle selection stage — we handle everything else. To collect the car you can visit our office in Alicante, or we can deliver it anywhere in Spain.

What taxes are paid when registering a car with the DGT?

When registering an imported car in Spain, you pay the IEDMT registration tax (based on CO₂ emissions and region), the municipal road tax IVTM and administrative fees. We calculate all taxes upfront and include them in the final cost estimate.

Can I view cars currently in stock in Alicante?

Yes. Our Alicante premises regularly have vehicles in stock that you can inspect in person. Book a visit via the form on our website or contact us directly.

How much does it cost to bring a car from Germany to Alicante?

The price depends on the vehicle cost, transport, the IEDMT tax, the ITV inspection and DGT registration fees. Transport from Germany takes 2–4 weeks; the full process from request to delivery typically takes 5–6 weeks. We calculate the total cost upfront — before the purchase.

Can I buy a car at a German auction myself?

No. German auctions operate in B2B mode and require professional dealer accreditation. Private individuals do not have access — which is exactly why you need an accredited intermediary.

Get a cost estimate for a car from Germany to Alicante

The estimate is free and without obligation. We typically respond within one business day.

To prepare the estimate, we need:

  • car model
  • year of manufacture
  • engine
  • approximate budget