Exporting a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 from the US to the United Kingdom: 2026 Cost
The Camaro ZL1 is a supercharged track weapon that commands respect among UK muscle-car fans.
By Marcus Lane, Vehicle import & export specialist · 7 min read
A ZL1 imported to the UK faces 10% import duty plus 20% VAT on the duty-inclusive value.
US examples appeal for their availability and lower prices than scarce UK-market cars.
The full cost breakdown
Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $70,000 |
| Seller-side export documentation | $150 |
| Ocean freight | $1,900 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $1,050 |
| The UK charges 10% import duty on the CIF value | $7,295 |
| UK import VAT of 20% applies on the duty-inclusive value | $16,049 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| Type-approval / inspection | $2,500 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $101,274 |
Compliance & the fine print
The ZL1 needs UK IVA approval and DVLA registration, with lighting and emissions checks part of the process. Left-hand drive is legal but can affect resale.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Camaro ZL1 available in the UK new?+
It is not a mainstream UK model, so most are imported.
What duty does a ZL1 pay entering the UK?+
The UK charges 10% import duty on the CIF value.
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