Import classic car spare parts

Audi 80, Citroen ZX, Fiat Cinquecento, Honda Civic 5, Mercedes W140 (S-Class), Opel Astra F and VW Golf 3: From these models, the first cars will transition to classic car status in 2021, to name just a few of the freshly minted seniors. When the first bodies rolled off the production line in 1991, it was not yet foreseeable which models would become much-loved classics and which would turn into mere scrap metal. Often, there is a suspicion that only high-priced vehicles of the financial upper class can develop into a rarity, in contrast to the mass-produced mid-range models. But whoever can call themselves the owner of a well-preserved Golf 3 today is truly lucky. Even more so if the addition “GTI” or “VR6” nestles in silver letters on the rear.

Repairing classic cars – where to get the parts?

Although once produced in large numbers, they are rarely seen in everyday traffic. Wear and tear too often led them prematurely to the scrapyard – it was, after all, an everyday car. Anyone lucky enough to own a well-maintained car of this type has certainly faced the decision several times: repair or say goodbye? Because while many (even self-proclaimed) mechanics can carry out repairs on the relatively straightforward models, finding classic car spare parts is difficult. The friendly car dismantler from the neighboring town has not salvaged a productive model for a long time, especially since buying salvaged parts always carries the risk of demanding use and faulty/long storage. So, if you do find something at the relevant dismantlers, you often buy a pig in a poke, which only reveals itself after costly installation – and possibly damages other parts.

Spare parts for classic cars – worldwide market

Unfortunately, even with large online retailers, classic car parts are hard to find, as they are often supplied with components by their partners in Germany. How can this problem be remedied? One only has to broaden one’s view a little, for example, to other countries. While production for companies (and their dealers) in Germany is often no longer profitable due to the small quantities, it can still be profitably produced in some countries. Reasons for this are often lower hourly wages and a larger sales market. You don’t have to travel far to realize that people in many countries around the world cannot afford new cars as regularly as in Germany and therefore drive their used cars longer and are more willing to repair them. The market for classic car spare parts is worldwide – but where should you start looking?

Finding the right classic car spare parts – with the right logistics partner

But the search is only just beginning. Especially with foreign dealers, it is often difficult to judge their seriousness and reliability. The joy of tinkering can quickly diminish impressively if you have lost your money several times without getting the longed-for classic car spare parts. You are on the safe side if you rely on a reliable logistics partner from Germany. This partner can take over the organization of spare parts from abroad. Logistics companies that deal with classic cars often have a far-reaching network through which numerous spare parts can be reliably and safely imported.

Due to the frequency of orders, the dealer has a reliable network of intra- and extra-European suppliers with whom they work trustfully. Likewise, freight forwarders often have collective containers in certain ports, which can make transport particularly affordable. If you use a freight forwarder for import, you, as the buyer, not only save yourself potential trouble but also a lot of work, because the process is far from over with simply searching for and finding classic car parts. The spare parts must be imported. The import of classic car spare parts is, of course, also subject to the respective customs laws of the participating states. The freight forwarder handles this customs clearance, so the customer does not have to worry about it. As a freight forwarder and logistics company, we specialize in the market in the USA, Canada, and Dubai. This allows us to offer particularly favorable imports from these countries.

For our customers, buying classic car spare parts from the USA, Canada, or Dubai is as simple through our service as ordering other goods on the German market. So, if you want to find and order classic car spare parts easily and reliably, you have come to the right place!