If I get stationed in the UK or Germany how Does it work for our POV’s?

SPC(P) James Baldwin — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 01:20:52 -0400

I’m in the army reserves currently and working on going active duty one of the places I’m looking at trying to get stationed is the UK or Germany my wife and I both have our own vehicles here and we are paying on them I’m just wondering if I was to get stationed over there how does it work with having vehicles state side and being able to get around over there do we continue paying on our vehicles here would they get moved over there or do we get another vehicle there and pay all the vehicle payments never been active so trying to get a heads up on all this thank you for your time

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2020 1:25 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 01:25:32 -0400

One guy recently discussed bringing his F150 Ford pick up truck there. Others here mentioned The narrow roads and the inability to get parts. Not sure if you can go buy a car from somebody who is also leaving the area. I'm sure there are all kinds of deals for people PCSing. The military should store your car somewhere in the USA. I am sure you will get some feedback soon.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2020 3:42 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 03:42:13 -0400

Every country has its own rules regarding vehicles. You’re probably not going to the U.K. ever, but Germany is a realistic possibility one day. If you do bring your vehicle you have to get permission from the lease owner

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2020 3:55 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 03:55:30 -0400

The US is pulling 15k troops out of Germany. Some are going stateside, some are going elsewhere in Europe like Poland or Belgium.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 23 at 2020 4:22 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 04:22:38 -0400

I am currently stationed in Germany, fourth tour in Europe all together. Bringing your vehicle to Germany is extremely simple. However, you are only authorized to ship one vehicle at government expense. Also, you will require a letter from the bank or dealer that owns the tittle, allowing you to ship the car. Once in country, your vehicle will be inspected by the Germany authorities, you have 30 days to correct all deficiencies. The process is similar in England, thanks to the SOFA, you can drive your American Specs car in these countries legally. But, you must get your orders first, then, get your family command sponsorship. At this point, your vehicle should like the 12th item to be worried about.