Using a car in Spain

Member since 03 December 2023

edwilofyorkNew member03 December 2023 14:14:24

Hi everyone,

I am hoping to buy a car in Spain and leave it at the airport to use on each visit. Would I need a local bank account to have a standing order for insurance, road tax etc.?My spanish is poor so would I be advised to leave it in the hands of an agent of some type?Thanks.

gwynj Bulgaria Expert

Member since 30 June 2020

gwynjBulgaria Expert04 December 2023 08:38:50

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@edwilofyork

Welcome to the expat.com forum and good luck with your move to Spain!

This sounds like a right headache, and probably a bit expensive (airport parking and your other car bills). And who will help you get your car started if the battery's flat? :-)

Depending on frequency and length of your visits, it's a lot less hassle to rent a car at the airport. Or, you might drive over instead of flying (long drive, but then you have your own vehicle at all times). Or, you keep a local registered vehicle in your garage at home, and just figure out a cost-effective way (bus, train, taxi) to get to/from the airport. I've personally tried all these options. I've also left my car at airport parking, but never for more than a week or two.