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Knowledge on importing cars from the USA

Step-by-step guides: Copart and IAAI auctions, customs and tax costs, post-damage repair and registration formalities. Solid knowledge, no fluff.

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Documents and Paperwork for Registering a US Car in Poland

Title, Bill of Lading, customs clearance document, roadworthiness test — the full set of papers needed for registration and who provides them.

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Duty, Excise, and VAT on Imports from Outside the EU — Full Math

Three separate charges applied in a cascade at different stages. We show what each is calculated from and how not to overpay.

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Repairing a Salvage Car from Auction — What to Expect

Most cars from Copart and IAAI are salvage vehicles. We explain how the repair process works, from scoping the damage to the test drive.

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How Importing a Car from the US Works — Step by Step

From choosing a lot at auction to registration in Poland — a complete overview of the import stages, with timing and who’s responsible for what.

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EVs from the US — Is Importing an EV Worth It in 2026?

Teslas and other EVs are sometimes cheaper at auction than in Europe, but battery condition and post-damage repair costs change the equation. Let’s do the math.

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How to Estimate Salvage Repair Costs Before Bidding

Damage photos, the Primary/Secondary Damage description, and parts prices are the foundation of a sensible bid. We show how to estimate the repair before you bid.

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How Long Does Importing a Car from the US to Poland Take — a Real Timeline

From a winning bid to license plates usually takes 6–10 weeks. We show what takes the most time and what simply can’t be sped up.

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The Most Common Mistakes on a First Car Import

An underestimated budget, misreading the damage photos, no time buffer — the list of traps most first-timers fall into.

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Customs Clearance in Bremerhaven Step by Step

The most popular port of entry for US cars into the EU. We show which documents you need and how long clearance takes.