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Saudi Arabia’s 30-Year Rule: Duty-Free Vintage Motorcycle Imports
By Dan Burkandt on April 30, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Saudi Arabia’s 30-year import exemption offers a unique opportunity for motorcycle collectors to acquire vintage bikes without paying tariffs. Under Article 55 of the Saudi Customs Authority regulations, motorcycles manufactured 30+ years ago qualify as "antiques" and enter the Kingdo …
Germany’s 30-Year Exemptions for Classic Motorcycle Imports
By Dan Burkandt on April 30, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Germany’s 30-year exemption for vintage vehicles, known as Oldtimer, offers motorcycle collectors a unique opportunity to import classic bikes duty-free while enjoying significant tax savings. Unlike the broader motorcycle tariff landscape, this policy rewards preservation and histori …
UK’s 40-Year Exemption: Classic Motorcycle Import Advantage
By Dan Burkandt on April 30, 2025 at 8:08 AM
The UK’s rolling 40-year exemption offers motorcycle collectors a unique opportunity to import vintage bikes tax-free while bypassing annual MOT requirements. As global motorcycle tariffs reshape import costs, this policy provides a critical advantage for enthusiasts targeting pre-198 …
Vintage Motorcycle Loophole: Global 30+ Year Exemptions for Tariff-Free Imports
By Dan Burkandt on April 29, 2025 at 9:43 AM
As global tariffs reshape the motorcycle market in 2025, collectors and dealers are rediscovering the value of vintage bikes. While 25% U.S. tariffs on imported motorcycles have driven up prices for modern models, a parallel trend is emerging: countries worldwide offer lucrative exemp …
Bulk Car Shipping to Saudi Arabia: Cost Savings for Dealers & Collectors
By Dan Burkandt on April 29, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Bulk shipping is a game-changer for car dealers and collectors moving multiple vehicles to Saudi Arabia. With the country’s appetite for luxury and classic cars-especially high-value models like the Porsche 911-understanding how to maximize savings through container consolidation is e …
25-Year Exemption Fuels Classic Car Import Boom in 2025
By Dan Burkandt on April 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM
In April 2025, as the U.S. implemented a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, an unexpected trend emerged: a 37% year-over-year surge in classic car imports. This counterintuitive boom is fueled by the 25-year exemption rule, which allows vehicles manufactured in 2000 or earlier to enter …
Temporary vs. Permanent Car Imports in Saudi Arabia: Expat Guide
By Dan Burkandt on April 28, 2025 at 12:30 PM
For expatriates moving to Saudi Arabia, understanding the difference between temporary and permanent car imports is crucial. Making the right choice can save you money, time, and hassle-especially as regulations and duties differ significantly for each option. This guide breaks down t …
Supercar Shipping to Saudi Arabia: Air Freight vs. Containers
By Dan Burkandt on April 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
When shipping high-value supercars to Saudi Arabia, choosing between air freight and climate-controlled containers requires balancing cost, security, and timelines. This guide compares both methods, using real-world examples from shipments to Jeddah Islamic Port, to help you make an i …
Ship a Car to Germany | Import Your Car
By Dan Burkandt on April 23, 2025 at 12:54 PM
How to Ship a Car to Germany When it comes to international auto transport, shipping a car from the USA to Germany requires expert knowledge, careful planning, and a reliable shipping partner. Whether you're relocating for work, returning home after time in the States, or importing a …
1990-1995 Lincoln Town Car Buying Guide
By Dan Burkandt on April 23, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The Lincoln Town Car (1990-1995) epitomizes American luxury from an era when comfort and presence trumped sporty handling. Now eligible for German import under the 30-year rule, these full-size sedans offer collectors a slice of quintessential US automotive culture at a fraction of Eu …