Selling a car in the Netherlands, one question at a time
Short articles about the situations people meet when they sell a car here: a lost registration code, an expired APK, a move abroad, a car that no longer runs.
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Preparing to sellHow long does selling a car in the Netherlands take
What decides the timeline of a private sale, a dealer sale and a sale to a buyer service, and which steps take time when you plan around a deadline.
After the saleWhat to do about a fine after selling your car
A CJIB fine for a car you no longer own. Why the proof of transfer matters, what to check first and what to send when you object.
PaperworkDutch car words explained in English for sellers
A glossary of the Dutch words on your car papers and in a sale, from kenteken and tenaamstellingscode to APK, MRB and BPM, with links to more detail.
PaperworkDo you need a sales contract for a private car sale
A handshake binds both sides, but a short written agreement protects you. What to put in a private car sale contract and what it cannot do.
Finance and leaseCan you sell a leased car in the Netherlands
Private lease, financial lease and company lease work differently. Who owns the car, who can sell it, and what to do if you want out of a lease early.
Selling safelySelling a car to a buyer without a Dutch address
A foreign buyer wants your car. Why the RDW transfer needs a Dutch address, why export registration may be the right route, and what stays your risk.
Damage and problemsAPK expired and you want to sell your car
Your APK ran out before you found a buyer. What the rules say about driving the car, your options for the sale, and why the date still matters.
When you are ready to sell
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