Harley Davidson In Spain

Has any one tried to import a Harley from the States or the UK to Spain and what are the problems associated?

I have been reading the advertising regarding greens fees for the various courses in Spain. What is the cost on average for a private course in Spain?
I know this is broad question but I have been unable to find any web sites which advertises these fees. Generally when you are a memeber golf is free, maybe the golf cart costs something to rent.

[Stravinsky]

Hiya

Well re the HD, there are bloody millions of Harley Davidsons over here. It seems on a Sunday that everyone owns one, they ride around in huge groups and when they eventually get off you realise that they are old age pensioners

Seriously, there are lots, it cant be that difficult.

Golf Clubs. Bain of my life.
A friend Joined Escorpion just outside Valencia. Cost him €12,000 for shares. You cant "join" clubs usually, around here anyway. You have to buy shares, and it costs a fortune.

Green fees cost anything from €45 upwards. Oliva Nova here is €68, and a good course. You have to pay extra for the cart or buggy.

Heres a site for you
--- G O L F S P A I N ---- Todo sobre el mundo del golf

I have a friend in Spain and he was telling me the import duty is very high. He has a German friend who brought one in from Florida and it didn't cost him as much.
As for golf for a private membership 12K isn't all that much if you play a lot of golf. Couple of years you got your money back and have something to sell.



Thanks for the information.

What is the scope with Engilish Speaking movies and TV in Spain? I understand there is this engilish speaking sat. system but Spain is not included.
Any alternatives?
David

[Stravinsky]

€12k as a share deal is good if you have the money to pay it for sure. The €12k he outlaid is now doubled, but of course that means the cost of "joining" there is now €25k!

English SKY TV is not allowed to broadcast in Spain, but in reality they are all over the place as you can buy a box and card over here and receive full service.

There is also Canal+ which has an amount of British stuff

I just check and got two e-mails from Sky and they say they broadcast to Spain. You can get all the stuff but American Networks.

[Stravinsky]

Originally Posted by Cayman Dave

I just check and got two e-mails from Sky and they say they broadcast to Spain. You can get all the stuff but American Networks.

Is there a different network in the US then?

I can assure you that SKY do not have a licence to broadcast in Spain. I am using my original UK card / account. If I tell them I now live in Spain they will disconnect me immediately. If you call them and tell them you want to sign up and you live in Spain, they won't accept you.

You can buy cards here from people who have bought them in bulk in the UK, but I understand that theis is about to be clamped down on as well.

[Two_In_Spain]

Originally Posted by Cayman Dave

Has any one tried to import a Harley from the States or the UK to Spain and what are the problems associated?

You're much better off to buy a UK plated Harley than a US one.... for some reason importing a US Harley presents a lot more issues - We're bikers (and indeed have a Harley for sale.... ) We know a lot of bikers in the area and also the mechanics, a very good friend of ours runs M&M Custom in Altea, who build custom bikes and maintain bikes in general (usually Harleys or other cruisers), and they always try to stay away from the Us imports.

I can try and find out more info if you need it, let me know.

Thanks I have a friend in Spain who is looking for a Harley. His name is Dave Olson and his e-mail address is davidgolson@hotmail.com. You might send him some photo's. He was thinking of importing one from Florida. Had some friend from Germany who brought one in and didn't seem to have too much trouble.
Thanks for the information.
David