Question 1

How much does it cost to import a car from the USA to Ukraine?

Accepted Answer

Broker calculators price the US side (auction price, buyer fee, inland transport, ocean freight), then Ukrainian customs: 10% duty, excise by engine size and age, and 20% VAT for combustion cars. Electric vehicles pay no duty and excise of €1 per kWh; confirm whether the EV VAT exemption still applies in the year you import. Worked examples published in 2026 landed a 2020 Ford Escape in Kyiv for around $16,500 against $22,000 for a similar car on AUTO.RIA.

Question 2

Is Bidfax enough to check a car from the USA?

Accepted Answer

It is enough to see that the car was at auction and what it looked like that day. It does not show the title brand, the odometer sequence, later events or recalls. Use it, then run the VIN on a full report before money moves.

Question 3

Can I check by lot number?

Accepted Answer

The lot number belongs to one auction. The VIN belongs to the car and is printed on every lot page, so use the VIN.

Question 4

Does Vektracer cover cars from Canada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Canadian provincial records and the American history that many Canadian cars also carry are both included.