Exporting a Chevrolet Corvette C7 from the US to Germany: 2026 Cost
The Corvette C7 delivers supercar performance at a relative bargain, making it a tempting import into Germany.
Bringing a Corvette C7 into Germany adds 10% EU duty and 19% VAT to the CIF value.
US examples are plentiful and often keenly priced compared with European-delivered 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) | $60,000 |
| Seller-side export documentation | $150 |
| Ocean freight | $1,900 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $900 |
| The EU charges 10% import duty on the CIF value | $6,280 |
| German import VAT of 19% applies on the duty-inclusive value | $13,125 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| Type-approval / inspection | $2,500 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $87,185 |
Compliance & the fine print
German registration needs EU type-approval or individual approval supported by a Certificate of Conformity. The C7's left-hand-drive layout suits German roads without conversion.
Frequently asked questions
How is German VAT calculated on a Corvette?+
VAT of 19% is charged on the duty-inclusive value, meaning the CIF value plus the 10% duty.
Does a US Corvette need conversion for Germany?+
No conversion of the driving position is needed, though lighting may require adaptation for type-approval.
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