Posted on Aug 17, 2020

Will I be allowed to bring my F150 to Germany? If not, what can the Army do about my truck, or am I on my own?

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I have a 2018 F150 that I’m still paying on if I PCs to Germany will I be allowed to bring with me? If not the case what can the army do about my truck or am i on my own on what to do with it

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SFC Michael Hasbun

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Please don't. German roads are much narrower than ours. Americans with big trucks are among the most obnoxious of our exports to Germany.... Put it in storage. Everyone will thank you.

MAJ (Join to see)

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Two words: Grey Market.

He can buy a BMW or VW after he sells it to a German.

LTC Thomas Mullen

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I asked a guy with a big truck, "Where do you dirive it? (thinking narrow roads)) "Anywhere I want" (typical American) "Where do you park it?" "THAT IS A problem!!!" Their parking slots are for BMWs, Audis, VWs - not American Iron

SGT Joseph Gerbine

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I drove a Tahoe all over Europe. Never once had a problem parking or navigating through major cities or small villages. There is no need to let a vehicle set in storage for that long.

TSgt James Sutton

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I can't remember how many times someone needed a truck, you will make a lot of friends quickly lol. Roads in the towns may be narrower but the majority and the highways are just fine for trucks. Parking is not that big of a deal. Take your advice from people who actually owned a truck or large vehicle in Europe not the guys saying "well I knew a guy"

SSG Dennis R.

Posted >1 y ago

Should you PCS, your orders should specify if shipping a vehicle is authorized. An F-150 would not be my first choice of vehicle in Germany - not from what I saw in 1980-87 while stationed there. Yes, the truck is the biggest selling vehicle in the US, has been for years, but in Europe, it's going to be a giant, hard to park, difficult to maneuver thru the narrow streets. Parts & warranty service may be an issue as well.
Unless you're really attached to the truck, I'd consider alternatives.

LTC Jason Mackay

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Warranty work especially difficult.

SPC Paul Weegar

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And don't forget insurance. It's very expensive and is based on horsepower.

TSgt James Sutton

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SPC Michael Head - fuel expensive for everyone, not really the issue here unless he is traveling long distances. he actually makes out better than someone with a small car as his mileage before needing to fill up is going to be further.

COL Alfred Carter

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The respondents above have hit all the salient points - insurance, fuel, maint/warranty work issues, and of course space to park. Getting it there on your orders is not an issue, it is the challenges upon arrival. You will be loved by those that need its capability and hated by those that don't. Drove an SUV in Europe and these challenges exist.

SSG Michael Noll

Posted >1 y ago

Your orders should tell you if you are authorized to ship a POV. Trend to agree with SFC Hasbun. Plus our vehicles aren't geared for German Autobahn's.

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SPC Charles Sewell

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Store it, you'll find something to drive in Germany, we all did. You probably even want to bring a vehicle back home with you , some do. Germany vehicle are much different and the roads are much different. Once you get an international license you will enjoy the driving experience in europe. Drive on troop!

Sgt Neil Foster

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Do you have a trusted family member that you can give it to while you are away?

TSgt James Sutton

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LTC Thomas Mullen - are you copy and pasting all of your comments? seems I read this one word for word

TSgt Robert Moore

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LTC Thomas Mullen - As in only one narrow lane. I know from experience I was there in 1979-1982.

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