Buying a camper in Spain

[Cat johnson]

Hi,
wondering if anyone can help us get our dreams of touring Spain and Europe in a campervan off the ground please?

We are in Spain having got our NL visa and had hoped to buy a camper out here (and sit the Spanish driving test ), however stock seems to be in equally short supply as in the UK. We are seeking a new or used 3-4 berth campervan style rather than a large motorhome to buy in Southern Spain. Or we would potentially look at importing from Germany.

We would love to go via the Spanish classified ads but fear our lack of Spanish, lack of technical knowledge and bewilderment at the legal process could lead to a bad buy or a legal error, so we feel a dealership might be the best bet.
Can anyone recommend a good dealership in Sothern Spain or Germany that are accustomed to dealing with foreign buyers and can guide us through the process.
Alternatively, does anyone know of a company set up for the purpose of assisting foreign buyers including things like habitation and general condition checks as well as all the paperwork when looking at used vehicles?

Any assistance gratefully appreciated.

Cat

 

[Yorick]

I'm fairly sure that you need residencia to buy a vehicle. And think you need Spanish license to take the test.

 

[jumar]

Hi,
wondering if anyone can help us get our dreams of touring Spain and Europe in a campervan off the ground please?

We are in Spain having got our NL visa and had hoped to buy a camper out here (and sit the Spanish driving test ), however stock seems to be in equally short supply as in the UK. We are seeking a new or used 3-4 berth campervan style rather than a large motorhome to buy in Southern Spain. Or we would potentially look at importing from Germany.

We would love to go via the Spanish classified ads but fear our lack of Spanish, lack of technical knowledge and bewilderment at the legal process could lead to a bad buy or a legal error, so we feel a dealership might be the best bet.
Can anyone recommend a good dealership in Sothern Spain or Germany that are accustomed to dealing with foreign buyers and can guide us through the process.
Alternatively, does anyone know of a company set up for the purpose of assisting foreign buyers including things like habitation and general condition checks as well as all the paperwork when looking at used vehicles?

Any assistance gratefully appreciated.

Cat

WOW.... I'm going to follow this post with great interest...Good source of vans and help can be obtained at Hispavan, Antas, Spain..
Wishing you good luck in anticipation of a great experience...

 

[Guyadria]

Depends on what part of southern spain you are in. Have you looked at Sangar in Cartagena? BTW I have bought cars in Spain as a non-resident and you do not need residencia, just an NIE, passport and copy of house deeds or lease.

 

[gus-lopez]

I think to take a driving test you would need to be a resident?

I's second Hispavan

https://hispavan.com/en/

^{_{Subscribers  do not see these advertisements}}

 

[Yorick]

Depends on what part of southern spain you are in. Have you looked at Sangar in Cartagena? BTW I have bought cars in Spain as a non-resident and you do not need residencia, just an NIE, passport and copy of house deeds or lease.

I couldn't buy a car here until I had residencia.

 

[jumartoo]

I'm fairly sure that you need residencia to buy a vehicle. And think you need Spanish license to take the test.

Don't need to be resident to buy a vehicle, just need an NIE number.

But ...

Once someone has the NLV, they then need to apply for the TIE within the first month of entering Spain. They then have a further three months to await their shiny, new, card.

You don't need ANY driving licence to take a Spanish driving test. You DO need to take lessons and the two part test. The theory can be done (in badly translated, I'm led to believe) English but the test, (unless the tester is an English speaker and happy to use it), has to be done in Spanish.

 

[jumartoo]

I couldn't buy a car here until I had residencia.

Sometimes "the islands" have their own rules

 

[Yorick]

Sometimes "the islands" have their own rules

Perhaps.

 

[gus-lopez]

Yes non residents regularly purchase vehicles here for holiday homes. As jumar said only need an nie.

^{_{Subscribers  do not see these advertisements}}

 

[Minxy]

I couldn't buy a car here until I had residencia.

That's 'cause you is speshull!

 

[Yorick]

That's 'cause you is speshull!

My mum said I was

 

[Cat johnson]

Hi. Thanks for the input so far. I actually contacted Hispavan earlier today and am waiting for them to get back to me.
Regarding our situation, we have the NLV and our TIE appointment is in 2 days so we're on our way to getting temporary residency.
We'll look at driving lessons in the New Year.
Until then, any further help/ suggestions for Spain or Germany much appreciated.
Cat

 

[bobandjanie]

If your on Facebook join this group, loads of private sellers on there, lots of photos that may steer you in the direction of what you need, as in size layout and price. Bob.

Log in to Facebook

Log in to Facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family and people you know.

www.facebook.com