Quick answer: importing a used Buick GL8 into Chile lands at roughly $14,360–$27,080 all-in — FOB China $11,000–$23,000 plus freight, 6% + VAT
Quick answer: importing a used Buick GL8 into Chile lands at roughly $14,360–$27,080 all-in — FOB China $11,000–$23,000 plus freight, 6% + VAT and clearance.
FOB price: $11,000–$23,000 depending on year and mileage.
Landed cost: $14,360–$27,080 = FOB + ocean freight (~$2,200) + 6% + VAT + port clearance.
Import duty: expect 6% + VAT, usually calculated on the CIF value rather than the invoice price. Ask us for a worked CIF breakdown for the exact car.
Age limit: Chile has no age limit on used-car imports, so any model year we stock is eligible.
Steering side — read this first: Chile is a left-hand-drive (LHD) market, so every unit we stock is LHD and ready to register.
Clearance port: cars clear at Iquique FTZ.
Our GL8 stock: 28 units, model years 2013–2026, 7,000–230,000 km, 2.0T 237PS L4. Send the target year and quantity on WhatsApp for a confirmed quote.
See the full Chile used car import guide and the Buick GL8 landed-cost page.
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