Car from Europe, vat

[Christoffer]

When you buy a car in Europe, can you buy it without the VAT if you buy it via an American company?
Anyone done this?

[Eric Mc]

I am pretty sure VAT will be charged at point of entry - no matter what shenanigans you try to come up with.

[EngJock]

If it's second hand you won't have to pay the tax man

[Brian_M]

You need to prove the VAT has been paid before you can get GB registration done. The transit plates are only valid for a few months. ??six??

If importing privately you need to pay by cash or card at port of entry. If using a VAT registered broker, they arrange the payment and provide the receipt.