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Import any car · Fully transparent

How importing a car
actually works.

From auction floor to your driveway in Saudi Arabia. Scroll to follow a real journey.

STEP 01

Browse

Find your dream import

Thousands of cars from verified importers in the USA, Japan, Korea, UAE, and Germany. Filter by source, price, year, and status. Every listing shows the full landed cost.

Toyota Land Cruiser, 2024, UAE...48 results
STEP 02

Calculate

See every fee, in SAR

Source price, shipping, customs duty, VAT, inspection, importer margin — every line itemized in Saudi Riyals before you commit. Nothing hidden, nothing surprises you later.

Full cost breakdown
Source priceSAR 95,000
ShippingSAR 6,200
Customs duty (5%) + VAT (15%)SAR 20,150
Inspection · SASO + Importer marginSAR 20,650
FinalSAR 142,000
STEP 03

Reserve

Hold your car for SAR 99

A non-refundable SAR 99 reservation fee secures your car. The importer wins the auction or buys the car from the source. This is the only fee Wared charges buyers.

Reservation confirmed

SAR 99 reservation fee paid · Non-refundable

STEP 04

Track

Watch every step home

From auction win to vessel departure, port arrival, customs clearance, and SASO inspection — you see every update in real time. Most cars arrive in 20–45 days.

Live tracking
Auction won — DubaiMar 9
In transitMar 23
Arriving JeddahMar 30

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does importing a car take?
It depends on the source country. From the USA it typically takes 45–70 days (auction → shipping → Dammam port → customs → delivery). Japan is usually 30–45 days. UAE is faster at 5–10 days. Your importer will give you a specific ETA based on vessel schedules.
What are the total costs I should expect?
The landed cost includes: source price (in original currency), international shipping (SAR 2,000–6,000 depending on origin), Saudi customs duty (5% of car value), VAT (15% of car + customs), port & clearance fees (~SAR 1,500–2,500), and local transportation. Every listing shows this breakdown upfront.
Are all importers on this platform verified?
Yes. All importers go through an application process where we verify their Commercial Registration (CR), customs broker license, and import permits. Verified importers display a 'Verified Importer' badge on their profile.
What is the SAR 99 reservation fee for?
The SAR 99 reservation fee reserves the car for you and hides it from other buyers for 7 days while the importer reviews your request. It is a Wared platform service fee: it is non-refundable and is NOT deducted from the car's price. You pay the full price of the car separately.
Can I inspect the car before it arrives in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Most importers provide pre-purchase inspection reports (Carfax, AutoCheck, auction photos and videos). Some offer third-party inspection services at the source country for an additional fee. You can also request post-arrival inspection once the car reaches the Saudi port.
What happens if the car arrives with undisclosed damage?
All listings must disclose salvage titles, flood damage, and frame damage. If an importer misrepresents a car's condition, you can file a dispute through our platform and we will investigate. The SAR 99 reservation fee is non-refundable; refunds are issued only where required by law or under Wared's misrepresentation policy.

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