Importing a Car - Where to get correct info. on tax/duties?

[dunks]

I am looking into importing a new Dodge Challenger from the US....

• Does anyone have previous experience of importing a new car?
• If so can you give any advice about shipping cost/companies?
• Does any one know how to deal with the import tax and how much is charged?

Any information will be much appreciated!

[Upnotover]

Here.... http://www.customs.go.th/wps/wcm/connect/custen/individuals/importing+personal+vehicle/importingpersonalvehicle

Lots of stuff in the motor forum also.

[simon43]

I think the general concensus from mutliple threads on this topic is:

Don't even think to do it - the import taxes and duty are very high (like 200%+)

Simon

[ThaidDown]

More than 3000cc or more than 220 hp, then import duties = 328% of CIF.

[metisdead]

Moved to the motor forum for better answers.

[dunks]

Thank you very much everyone. 328% import tax is beyond retarded. I would ride a bicycle before I pay that amount of tax! Looks like I will have to stick to driving the CRV!

[Rdrokit]

Why import one when you can buy one in Bangkok. I would imagine they want about 5 million for one.

http://www.one2car.com/search/Search_Result.aspx?Body=D2765&Brand=B0015&Model=S1113