Worth paying VRT to import a Ford Focus?

Is worth paying €17,000 for a UK import of a 2014 Ford Focus Zetec 1.0 turbo 125hp? Any problem to trade in in the future?

Thanks.

Shiu Hung Chui (Galway)

Nov 2016 Filed under: VRT

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Expert answer

Hi Shiu,

It’s an excellent car, but you’ll need to modify your own driving style a little to get the best economy out of the little 1.0-litre turbo engine. It is a terrific engine, though. You’re most likely looking at paying around €2,900 in Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) to import it.

There are a huge number of imports from the UK and we don't believe it will adversely affect the trade-in price in a few years time.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe