How is the Ford Mustang categorised for Road Tax?
The Ford Mustang is categorised in an exempt band, as there is no official CO2 rating. As a result the Road Tax for 12 months is £215.
What is the additional first registration cost that was ntroduced this year for the Mustang?
Zero, there is no additional first registration cost as the Mustang is not an official import it is exempted.
Do you supply left-hand or right-hand
hand drive vehicles?
We only supply left-hand drive vehicles.
Ford has advised that they have no production plans for right-hand drive Ford Mustang.
Does Kent Car Imports have a demonstrator available?
We often have a demonstrator, customers are welcome to visit, please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Will the vehicle require modifications for use on UK roads?
Yes, the vehicle will require some minor modifications in order to pass the Department for
Transport ‘Individual’ (IVA) inspection. Our service is to provide UK customers
with a modified vehicle that has passed the SVA inspection.
Do the modifications required for the inspection affect the appearance of the Ford Mustang?
We ensure that all modifications are carefully designed to minimalise any differences to the
standard vehicle. For example, the front sidelights are carefully inserted into the front headlamp with a rubber seel. There is no chance of condensation as the front headlamps are already ventilated. We also have a bespoke rear lamp cluster manufactured, and do not construct the cluster using adhesives. We also have a bespoke rear lamp cluster manufactured, and do not construct the cluster using adhesives.
Will your modifications allow vehicles to pass the MOT without problem?
Yes. the Mustang will pass the MOT with our modifications
Do you part exchange?
We do not offer part exchange at the present time.
What is the compatibility of US factory fitted radio?
In the US they only transmit over radio frequencies ending with an odd number, therefore the factory radio will only receive frequencies ending with odd numbers when it is used in the UK. The only way to receive all frequencies is to have a new HiFi fitted. We can fit a replacement HiFi as an extra cost option. Please advise your requirement to
.
What about after-sales service including: insurance,
parts and service?
We supply packs of service parts, see Parts, Extra & Accessories. Insurance, parts and servicing are relatively easy to purchase.
The Mustang V6 has exactly the same engine as the Ford Explorer. UK Ford main dealers have a setting on their diagnostic equipment for the Mustang.
See our Links section for insurance contacts.
Does Kent Car Imports modify the vehicles for the
IVA inspection?
Kent Car Imports has teamed up with a company that has already modified
thousands of vehicles
that have passed the IVA inspection.
Do the Ford Mustangs come with a manufacturers
warranty?
No, the manufacturers warranty does not apply to UK customers. All our vehicles
are supplied with
a comprehensive 2 year Motorplan Platinum new car warranty as standard.
See Motorplan warranty section.
Is Ford planning to bring the Mustang truck
to the UK?
Ford has no plans to import either vehicle.
Do you know insurance companies that will cover the new Mustang?
Yes, please refer to our Links page.
Where is the Mustang built?
The new Mustang is built at Flat Rock, Michigan. The Mazda 6 is also built there.
Do you recommend looking at any other websites
to gather information about the Mustang?
Yes we recommend viewing: www.fordvehicles.com
Is it possible to order US dealer fit options and accessories?
Yes, we are able to offer the full range of US dealer fit options. See our links section for the Ford accessories.
Can the price change between order and delivery?
The price in dollars is fixed on order, though the sterling equivalent will
fluctuate with the exchange
rate. We recommend that customers consider fixing the exchange rate, see
the foreign exchange
guidance in our ‘For your security’ section.
Do you import from official Ford main dealers?
We only import from official Ford main dealers. The customer will receive
an offer confirmation on the supplying dealers headed paper, with a contact
name at the dealership before any funds are due. All vehicles are ordered
using Official Ford main dealer order forms.
Is the vehicle delivered to the door ready to drive?
Yes, all our vehicles are delivered to the door taxed, registered and with
the number plates fitted.
Does the Ford Mustang come with an alarm and immobiliser
and if so is it Thatcham approved?
The Ford Mustang can be supplied with a factory fitted alarm and immobiliser,
however they are not Thatcham approved. Should you require a Thatcham approved
alarm system we can offer this as a UK fitted optional extra. See Our service and Procedures.
Are there any hidden costs?
The are no hidden costs.
Please be aware that Banks generally charge £10-£25 for a wire
transfer and Customs and Excise require the import tax to be paid by bankers
draft: approx cost £15. We also recommend that customers protect the
exchange rate. See ‘For your security’ section.
How are the vehicles insured in the period between
payment and delivery?
The vehicles are fully insured for the purchase price paid to the Ford main
dealer. Marine insurance covers the vehicle during the period from US docks
to UK docks. The ‘Traders policy’ covers the vehicles during
the SVA testing and modifications and all our vehicles are delivered on
transporters to customers which are covered by ‘Goods in transit CMR
and all risks conditions’.
How can Kent Car Imports be trusted to deliver
its service?
We can provide customer references, and also welcome visitors and status
enquiries. The company has been importing Ford vehicles since January 2000
and has received many favourable press and radio mentions, including articles
in: Autocar, BBC West Midlands Carbuyer, Daily Telegraph, WhatCar and 4CAR.com
(Channel 4 Driven website) and Max Power.
See Testimonials section.
Do you do wedding car hire?
No, we do not have the facility to offer wedding car hire.
The company was recommended as a 'best buy' for new UK specification Ford vehicles from Europe. Why do you no longer import from Europe?
We used to sell a large number of new Ford Focus's, Mondeo's Fiesta's and Galaxy's. Though there are still savings to be made by buying from Europe, they are
not substantial enough to
attract a viable number of buyers. This is because European prices have
increased, the Euro has
strengthened and also that UK prices have fallen.
Should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact
us.
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