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How much VAT to pay importing a vintage car?
Hi, I want to buy a vintage car from the UK, it will need a complete restoration when I get it back to Ireland. What Vrt do I have to pay considering the condition of the vehicle. Is it 23% of what I buy the vehicle for or 23% of what an average vehicle costs? This is my first time attempting to import a vintage car. Thanks
Our answer:
Hi Ross,
I'm assuming you meant to ask how much VAT, as VRT will be a flat rate of €200 on a vintage car.
The VAT (23 per cent) is calculated on the price you actually paid for the car, plus the cost of shipping it over to Ireland.
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