The 10-year rule is based on the manufacture date printed on the chassis plate, not the model year or registration year. A vehicle manufactured in December 2015 would be ineligible for private import in January 2026 as it would be just over 10 years old. We always verify the exact manufacture date before sourcing a vehicle for you.

Yes. Trucks, heavy machinery, buses, agricultural equipment and construction plant are exempt from the 10-year age restriction under Zimbabwe's import regulations. You can import a 1995 excavator or a 2000 tipper truck without any age-related restriction. The standard duty rates and ZIMRA processes still apply.

CIF stands for Cost + Insurance + Freight. It is the total value of the vehicle as it arrives at the Zimbabwe border — combining the purchase price, international shipping cost, and marine insurance. ZIMRA calculates all customs duties and VAT based on the CIF value, so a higher shipping cost or insurance premium will increase your duty bill. This is why we recommend sourcing from Dubai or South Africa for budget-sensitive imports — lower freight means lower CIF, which means lower duty.

Yes, left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles can be imported into Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe drives on the left and right-hand drive is preferred, but LHD vehicles are legal. They are commonly imported for commercial and agricultural use, and are available from Dubai, the USA, and continental Europe. Note that some LHD vehicles may attract additional scrutiny at VID roadworthiness inspection.

From deposit payment to vehicle delivery: Japan: 45–60 days · UK: 15–25 days · Singapore: 45–60 days · South Africa: 5–7 days. The main variables are shipping transit time and ZIMRA clearance speed. ZIMRA typically clears vehicles within 2–5 days once all documents are correct and duties are paid.

We accept USD cash, bank transfer (RTGS/Zipit), EcoCash, OneMoney, Innbucks, Paynow and international SWIFT transfer for the overseas purchase portion. ZIMRA duties must be paid in USD — we provide you with a proforma invoice and facilitate the duty payment. Our service fee can be paid in installments.

Yes. We assist companies, parastatals and NGOs with commercial vehicle and fleet imports. Corporate imports use a different duty tariff for qualifying commercial vehicles and may be eligible for duty deferment or rebate under specific ZIMRA schemes. We require company registration documents, a company resolution authorising the import, and a valid tax clearance certificate.

Listing your vehicle costs a one-time $5 fee, paid upfront when you submit your listing — this is non-refundable and covers verification and admin. On top of that, we charge 5% of the final agreed sale price (minimum $150 for vehicles under $3,000), only if your vehicle actually sells. Our fee covers professional photography, listing management, buyer vetting, viewings, escrow payment handling and ownership transfer documentation. You receive the sale proceeds minus commission within 1 business day of vehicle handover.