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Can I claim back VAT on this Passat?

Hi.

I saw a 2018 Volkswagen Passat GTE for sale in the UK. It is VAT-qualifying. Does this mean I can claim back the VAT on it, therefore cancelling out paying the new VAT applied after Brexit? If so I will just be paying VRT?

Filed under importing - Asked by Eoin Burke - Wed, 13 Jan 2021 19:07


Best finance option for Toyota Hilux pickup?

Hello,

I am planning on buying a Toyota Hilux, which I need for farming. It is €25,000. What is my best way to finance? I was thinking hire purchase.

Filed under finance - Asked by Deirdre Shea (Killarney) - Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:37


Has Brexit affecting importing used cars?

How have/will the Brexit trade agreement effect importing cars from the UK?

Filed under importing - Asked by Gerard Mccarthy (Mullingar) - Sat, 09 Jan 2021 11:00


How do I apply for car scrappage?

How do I apply for car scrappage?

Filed under scrappage - Asked by Chloe Coyle (Mountrath) - Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:35


Would this car be exempt from VRT?

Hi there,

If I buy a car in NI and drive it in Portugal for seven months while living there, is it exempt from VRT?

Filed under VRT - Asked by John Belton (Dublin) - Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:52


Do we pay VAT on UK-imported cars now?

If I import a second hand UK car (from England, Scotland or Wales) into the Republic of Ireland from 2021 on, am I liable to pay VAT and/or an import charge on top of the current VRT and NOx charge?

Filed under importing - Asked by Keiron Fletcher (Meath) - Thu, 07 Jan 2021 09:03


Can I pay the old VRT rate on import?

If I have imported a car from the UK on 29th Dec and booked online at the NCT centre but the inspection date is not until 12th Jan 2021, am I entitled to pay the old VRT rate? It's not my fault the centre is unable to look at my car until after the 31st Dec deadline.

Filed under VRT - Asked by Darren Horsfield (Leitrim Village) - Fri, 01 Jan 2021 15:52


Do I have to display N plates again?

I passed a driving test a number of years ago but allowed my two-year certificate of competency to expire and have to resit my driving test. On passing test again do I have to display N plates for two years again?

Filed under learner - Asked by Adam F (Co Galway) - Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:42


How old is classic for motor tax?

How old must my (any) car be to qualify for classic motor tax in Ireland?

Thank you.

Filed under taxation - Asked by Maurice Hyland (Dublin) - Mon, 04 Jan 2021 12:26


Is the suspension comfy on this Mercedes?

Morning all, I hope youre well.

I'm looking at a used Mercedes C 220 d estate in AMG Line trim (2019), with passive sports suspension on 18-inch rims. Comfort and refinement are my priorities, after years of putting up with overly firm rides. Unfortunately, I can't test drive the car because of the current Covid lockdown. What do you reckon? Would my fillings loosen up or is it a more relaxed setup than that?

Any advice appreciated,

Jeremy

Filed under comfort - Asked by Jeremy Newell (London) - Sun, 27 Dec 2020 08:30