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China Used Car Export Process: Inspection and Documents

Used vehicle sourcing should be handled as a batch and document workflow, not only as a vehicle search. Confirm every item before ordering.

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Used vehicle sourcing should be handled as a batch and document workflow, not only as a vehicle search. Confirm every item before ordering.

Start with a clear batch brief

State the target brands, body types, model years, mileage range, powertrain and quantity. Used vehicle resources and availability can change, so the brief should be specific enough for a real stock check.

Review condition information

Ask for the available vehicle photos, configuration details, mileage information and inspection records. Compare the supplied information with the exact vehicle reference before making a decision.

Exterior and interior condition
Powertrain and key specification details
Year, mileage and current availability
Loading photos or video when available

Plan the shipment and destination process

Used vehicles are commonly planned in batches. Confirm your freight forwarder, destination route and local clearance requirements before the order is finalized. Do not rely on a generic landed-cost estimate.

Keep the document trail complete

Ask for the export documents available for the selected batch and ensure the buyer company information is correct on the proforma invoice and shipping records.

Questions importers ask

Start with the page that matches your buying route.

What can I review before sending an enquiry?

You can review vehicle photos, the listed configuration and available technical specifications on the catalogue page.

What should I confirm before importing?

Ask your own customs broker or freight forwarder to confirm destination requirements, documents and the import process before ordering.

What are the payment terms?

Settlement is in USD by T/T: 30% deposit; the remaining 70% must be received before container loading, and export documents are sent after loading.