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Buying a van or car in Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland
CMB Car & Van Sales in Newbuildings is a short drive from the Donegal border at Bridgend and regularly sells to Republic of Ireland buyers. Contact us before travelling so we can confirm availability, price and VAT status. We supply the collection documents. Registration, VAT and VRT depend on the vehicle and buyer, so confirm current figures with us first.
CMB Car & Van Sales sits about five miles from the Bridgend border crossing, which puts Donegal, Letterkenny and the wider Republic of Ireland well within reach of the forecourt at 78 Victoria Road, Newbuildings. A steady share of buyers travel from Inishowen towns such as Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville, from Lifford and Ballybofey, and from Letterkenny and Donegal Town itself, usually for the same used vans that Northern Ireland trades buy: Peugeot, Citroen, Vauxhall and Renault panel vans, alongside a smaller run of cars.
The process is straightforward but relies on contact before you travel. Ring or WhatsApp 07596 667763 and Christopher will confirm the vehicle is still available, its price and its VAT status, since that affects the final figure for a buyer bringing a vehicle across the border. CMB supplies the documents needed for the sale itself, but registering the vehicle in Ireland, working out VRT through Revenue, and any VAT position specific to your own circumstances are the buyer's responsibility, because these depend on the vehicle and on you rather than on anything CMB can promise in general.
Every vehicle with a note relevant to Republic of Ireland buyers carries an automatic reminder to confirm current figures with CMB before travelling, since VAT and VRT rules can change and a figure that applied last month may not apply today. The CMB warranty applies the same way regardless of where you register the vehicle, and part exchange, finance enquiries subject to status, and evening or Sunday viewings by appointment are all available to Republic of Ireland buyers on the same basis as anyone else.
The process
- 1.Contact us before travelling.
- 2.We confirm price and VAT status.
- 3.Documents are supplied at collection.
- 4.Registration is the buyer's responsibility.
- 5.VRT and VAT depend on the vehicle and buyer.
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Buying from the Republic of Ireland
What should I do before travelling from the Republic to view a vehicle?
Ring or WhatsApp 07596 667763 before you set off. Christopher will confirm the vehicle is still available, its price and its VAT status, and can hold it for your visit so the trip is not wasted.
What if the VAT or VRT figures change after I've agreed a price?
CMB cannot promise a fixed VAT or VRT outcome, because these depend on the vehicle and on your own circumstances and can change. Every relevant listing carries a reminder to confirm current figures with us before travelling, and Christopher will tell you what he knows at the time of your enquiry.
Which documents does CMB provide for a Republic of Ireland buyer?
CMB supplies the sale documents needed for the vehicle itself. Registration in Ireland and any VRT paperwork through Revenue are handled separately by the buyer, and Christopher can point you towards what is typically needed.
Do I pay UK VAT on a van if I am VAT registered in Ireland?
This depends on the vehicle's VAT status, shown on its listing, and your own VAT position. CMB does not make a blanket promise on this, since the answer varies by buyer and vehicle. Confirm your specific situation with Christopher, and check with your own accountant if you are unsure.
Who is responsible for registering the vehicle in Ireland?
Registering the vehicle in Ireland is the buyer's responsibility. CMB provides the documents from the sale itself, but the registration and any related paperwork through Revenue are handled by you after collection.
How is VRT worked out on a van bought in Northern Ireland?
VRT is calculated by Revenue and depends on the specific vehicle, so CMB cannot quote a figure in advance. Confirm current VRT rules with Revenue or your own advisor, and speak to Christopher about the vehicle's specifics before you travel.
Can I pay in euro?
Prices on the site are shown in pounds sterling. Speak to Christopher directly about payment options when buying from the Republic of Ireland.
What if I travel all this way and the vehicle isn't what I expected?
Confirming the vehicle by phone or WhatsApp before you travel, including asking Christopher specific questions about condition and history, is the best way to avoid a wasted trip. Photos and further detail can usually be sent ahead of a visit on request.
Can I drive the vehicle home on the day?
Whether you can drive a vehicle away on the day depends on its registration and insurance status. Confirm this with Christopher before you travel, especially if you plan to register it outside the UK.
Does the CMB warranty apply if I live in Donegal or elsewhere in the Republic?
Yes, the CMB warranty applies the same way regardless of where you register the vehicle. Ring 07596 667763 to ask about the specific terms for a vehicle you are considering.
Is it actually worth the hassle of buying across the border?
Many buyers from Donegal and further into the Republic find the price and choice worth the trip, particularly for work vans. The main extra step is confirming VAT status and registration requirements before you travel, which a short phone call to Christopher covers.
How far is CMB from Letterkenny, Buncrana and Lifford?
CMB is a short drive from the Bridgend border crossing. Letterkenny, Buncrana and Lifford are all within about forty five minutes; see the areas served pages for route detail.