So true . I'm prior service and had to this this for my Hawaii pcs back to the states but that was 20yrs ago so I'm glad to see most things didn't change . If we get it this will be our first tour to Germany. Please keep us posted on your journey.
@@1wileysgirl Since you've been to Hawaii may I ask how useful a car is there? I mean, on Oahu it's a no brainer but how about visiting the neighboring islands? When I was there on a multiple island trip I chose a package which included either full breakfast or a rental with the room rate. Guess what I opted for!?
From a German in Hamburg: you might consider NOT bringing big SUV's or pickup trucks (either medium or full-size) to Germany. First off, gas prices in Germany are insanely high. Unless you can refuel completely on base all the time, thus evading standard German prices, the fuel prices will eat you alive. For a gallon of fuel you will pay roughly $8 as of this moment right now, and prices might continue to rise in 2022 and further on. Second, roads in Germany are a lot narrower than in the USA. Once you leave major cities and enter smaller towns you will often find roads that will fit only ONE car of standard European measurements due to vehicles parked on both sides of the road. Using huge SUVs/trucks might make you reconsider bringing them. Heck, even major cities will have reduced traffic areas that might make you wonder if your car will fit through it. Especially the major construction sites on the Autobahn will drive you nuts. There often are width limits on the narrow parts of such construction sites that limit vehicles width to 2.1 meters, or roughly 7 feet, which HAS to include the width of outside mirrors. Most SUVs and trucks easily surpass that limit. That means you HAVE to stay in the wide lane limited to big semis that often have to drive an even slower speed limit in construction areas than cars, with NO chance of passing them for the whole construction site. Those sites often have varying lengths, but the longest one I know of right now is 29.9 km long, roughly 18 miles. So if you don't appreciate driving behind big semis for 18 miles at a top speed of 60km/h, roughly 38 mph, then consider NOT bringing big vehicles. Parking spaces are also a lot shorter and narrower as well in Germany so finding a parking spot for a big vehicle might be a real hassle. No, I'm not referring to a minor inconveniece, but a real problem. You might drive around in a range of 2-3 city blocks for 30 minutes or more just to find a spot where you might be able to park in inner cities. I'm not talking about malls or super markets, just standard side-of-the-road parking. Last but not least, finding a garage that caters to your specialty brand of SUV or truck might be difficult to find in Germany as these brands are so rare here. So, heaven forbid, should something go wrong you might have to wait several weeks for the replacement parts to be shipped over. Not even talking about major accidents, just minor component failures. Check with your base before hand if they offer repair services in your area for your brand of car.
Thank you that is good to know. We plan on also getting a smaller European spec vehicle while living here too. The gas prices are incredibly high especially compared to where we moved from. I have noticed the parking spaces and roads being smaller and a small car would definitely come in handy!
We had two vehicles. We shipped the Highlander then used our Camry until we moved and sold it right before leaving. We rented a car right before moving to get to the airport.
You're supposed to change the US Canada Red tail lights for an European Union specification Amber ones or otherwise Local German EU Dutch Italian drivers will be confused if you're slowing down or not
I think u don’t have to change from US red turn signals to Euro Amber ones if the car you imported will be registered as a US Import under specific circumstances. The car just has to to be fully road legal proofed by TÜV certificate and registered with a DE license plate and the mandatory green windshield environment badge
@@dt_mag Thanks for telling me about this. In the case of this one it's actually a US military member being moved as part of their deployment to Germany
How is the mini-van treating you? We are moving to Sttutgart and wanting to ship our Hinda Odyssey. Has it being roo difficult to manage a vigger car in Germany? Do you regret bringing it over?
We do enjoy the vehicle being more spacious and the third row has come in handy multiple times. We do also have a small Fiat to get around in. An electric car is very nice especially with gas prices now.
Love this. We are army and suppose to move so this is very helpful
So glad we are able to help. It can be an easy process if you’re well prepared.
So true . I'm prior service and had to this this for my Hawaii pcs back to the states but that was 20yrs ago so I'm glad to see most things didn't change . If we get it this will be our first tour to Germany. Please keep us posted on your journey.
@@1wileysgirl Since you've been to Hawaii may I ask how useful a car is there? I mean, on Oahu it's a no brainer but how about visiting the neighboring islands? When I was there on a multiple island trip I chose a package which included either full breakfast or a rental with the room rate. Guess what I opted for!?
@@V100-e5q I'm not sure about other islands I never got a chance to go
@@1wileysgirl Thanks anyway for answering!
From a German in Hamburg: you might consider NOT bringing big SUV's or pickup trucks (either medium or full-size) to Germany.
First off, gas prices in Germany are insanely high. Unless you can refuel completely on base all the time, thus evading standard German prices, the fuel prices will eat you alive. For a gallon of fuel you will pay roughly $8 as of this moment right now, and prices might continue to rise in 2022 and further on.
Second, roads in Germany are a lot narrower than in the USA. Once you leave major cities and enter smaller towns you will often find roads that will fit only ONE car of standard European measurements due to vehicles parked on both sides of the road. Using huge SUVs/trucks might make you reconsider bringing them. Heck, even major cities will have reduced traffic areas that might make you wonder if your car will fit through it.
Especially the major construction sites on the Autobahn will drive you nuts. There often are width limits on the narrow parts of such construction sites that limit vehicles width to 2.1 meters, or roughly 7 feet, which HAS to include the width of outside mirrors. Most SUVs and trucks easily surpass that limit. That means you HAVE to stay in the wide lane limited to big semis that often have to drive an even slower speed limit in construction areas than cars, with NO chance of passing them for the whole construction site. Those sites often have varying lengths, but the longest one I know of right now is 29.9 km long, roughly 18 miles. So if you don't appreciate driving behind big semis for 18 miles at a top speed of 60km/h, roughly 38 mph, then consider NOT bringing big vehicles.
Parking spaces are also a lot shorter and narrower as well in Germany so finding a parking spot for a big vehicle might be a real hassle. No, I'm not referring to a minor inconveniece, but a real problem. You might drive around in a range of 2-3 city blocks for 30 minutes or more just to find a spot where you might be able to park in inner cities. I'm not talking about malls or super markets, just standard side-of-the-road parking.
Last but not least, finding a garage that caters to your specialty brand of SUV or truck might be difficult to find in Germany as these brands are so rare here. So, heaven forbid, should something go wrong you might have to wait several weeks for the replacement parts to be shipped over. Not even talking about major accidents, just minor component failures. Check with your base before hand if they offer repair services in your area for your brand of car.
Thank you that is good to know. We plan on also getting a smaller European spec vehicle while living here too. The gas prices are incredibly high especially compared to where we moved from. I have noticed the parking spaces and roads being smaller and a small car would definitely come in handy!
Hello, weird question. Are we not allowed to leave the car seats in?
Most cars have baffles in the tank neck to prevent people being able to siphon off your fuel ..
Yes! We learned that the hard way.
What did you do with your other vehicle? Did you rent a car the last few days before departure?
We had two vehicles. We shipped the Highlander then used our Camry until we moved and sold it right before leaving. We rented a car right before moving to get to the airport.
You're supposed to change the US Canada Red tail lights for an European Union specification Amber ones or otherwise Local German EU Dutch Italian drivers will be confused if you're slowing down or not
Ok interesting I didn't know that.
I think u don’t have to change from US red turn signals to Euro Amber ones if the car you imported will be registered as a US Import under specific circumstances. The car just has to to be fully road legal proofed by TÜV certificate and registered with a DE license plate and the mandatory green windshield environment badge
@@dt_mag Thanks for telling me about this. In the case of this one it's actually a US military member being moved as part of their deployment to Germany
How is the mini-van treating you? We are moving to Sttutgart and wanting to ship our Hinda Odyssey. Has it being roo difficult to manage a vigger car in Germany? Do you regret bringing it over?
We have a Toyota Highlander. But we’ve driven a friends van before with no problems. The other thing is in some bigger cities parking can be tight.
Welcome to good old germany / Herzliches willkommen, im guten alten Deustchland.
Thank you! We have loved living here.
I am afraid to ship my 4 runner to germany,
It actually not to bad! We haven’t had any problems with our Highlander.
How long did it take when your vehicle got there?
Shipped on 2 September and received it on 9 November.
Yeah, but in movies they siphon the gasoline with their mouths and then spit it out dramatically coughing. That's the only way it works!😅
They always make it look so easy!
A car Like this in Germany? And you wanna feel home? Now one drive Cars Like These Here🤔
My whole family Drives Tesla
We do enjoy the vehicle being more spacious and the third row has come in handy multiple times. We do also have a small Fiat to get around in. An electric car is very nice especially with gas prices now.
Lol….. non sense I’ve shipped 7 cars to Europe never cleaned them 😂
🤷🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️ Did as we were told.