Overseas Delivery
Introduction
Take a vacation where the souvenir is part of an unforgettable experience. Purchase any new Volvo within the Volvo Overseas Delivery Program and you'll discover a truly unique way to buy a car, as well as a truly unique way to travel around Europe. Over the years, hundreds of Volvo owners have participated in the program.
- Step #1
Order the Volvo of your choice from Stillman Volvo.
- Step #2
Pick up your new Volvo at the Gothenburg Factory Delivery Center or at any official delivery location. We will register your new car for your stay in Europe and walk you through the process of getting European insurance, as well as provide you with the protection of the Volvo On Call Service.
- Step #3
Test your Volvo out on the roads of Sweden, either with one of our spectacular tours or on your own. Then head anywhere you please in Europe.
- Step #4
Drop off your Volvo in Gothenburg or any official drop-off location. We'll ship it to you and take care of all the problems that make importing a car difficult, from excise taxes to import duties.
Programs
Are you a tourist, a diplomat, or in the military? We can deliver your new Volvo to any one of 13 European destinations. Drive it during your stay there and then have it delivered to your home in the U.S. after you return. If you're an expatriate, you can only purchase a U.S. specification Volvo for direct shipment to the U.S. Click the links below to learn more or submit the form at the bottom of this page for more information.
- Tourist Program
- Expatriate Program
- Diplomat Program
- Military Program
Download Overseas Delivery Checklist (PDF file at 106 KB)
- Enjoy the vacation of a lifetime
- The ability to travel at your own pace
- No need for rental car expenses and rental car return restrictions (from one country to another)
- Approximately 8% savings off the U.S. MSRP on U.S.-model Volvos
- Roundtrip tickets for 2 to Europe
- One free hotel night in Gothenburg, Sweden, the home of Volvo
- Fifteen day European Car Insurance coverage, including Swedish temporary registration
- Experience the unique atmosphere and service at the Factory Delivery Center in Gothenburg, Sweden, including complimentary Swedish meatball lunch
- An exciting Volvo factory tour, visit to the Volvo Cars Safety Center or a visit to the Volvo Museum
- Extensive complimentary home shipment services valid for 6 months
- U.S. Customs Duty, port clearance fees and inland transportation to your U.S. Volvo retailer (Stillman Volvo) are included in purchase price
- And more
- Generous savings off the U.S. MSRP on U.S. specification Volvos
- Possibility to custom-build your new Volvo
- A-1 and A-2
- NATO-1 and NATO-2
- G1-G4
- Significant savings* off the MSRP on U.S. and European model Volvos.
- Selection of vehicle specifications to meet the requirements of many countries around the world.
- A wide variety of pick up locations to choose from
- Free return shipment of U.S.-model Volvos from Europe up to 36 months after original delivery date for eligible diplomats returning to the U.S.
- Factory-direct shipment of a U.S.-model Volvo to the United States for eligible non-U.S. diplomats posted in the United States and more
- Significant savings* off the U.S. MSRP on U.S. model Volvos
- Selection of vehicle specifications to meet the requirements of many countries around the world
- A wide variety of delivery locations to choose from
- Free return shipment of U.S.-model Volvos from Europe for military personnel returning to the U.S.
- And more
TOURIST PROGRAM
To be eligible for the Overseas Delivery Program as part of our tourist program, you must be a U.S. resident and have both a valid driver's license and a passport. You must also be at least 18 years old. Although we're sure you could spend a lifetime exploring Europe, you must bring your new Volvo back to the United States within six months of taking European delivery to remain exempt from a levy of VAT (25% of purchase price in Swedish krona) by the Swedish tax authorities.Benefits of the Tourist Program
EXPARTRIATE PROGRAM
To be eligible for Overseas Delivery as part of our expatriate program, you must have a valid passport as well as proof of expatriate status (such as an employment contract or housing agreement), which must be submitted with your car order. You must also establish residence in the U.S. for an extended period (i.e., longer than six months). This program is primarily designed for European nationalities temporarily residing in the U.S. and offers a unique way to buy a U.S. specification Volvo.
Types of Volvos Available
Qualified expatriates can only purchase U.S. specification Volvos for direct shipment to the U.S. Delivery outside the U.S. can unfortunately not be accommodated.
Benefits of the Expatriate Program
**Note: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC does not participate in Volvo International Customer Sales "Two Car Deal".
DIPLOMAT PROGRAM
Since 1956, the Diplomat Sales Department of Volvo Car Corporation has provided vehicles for official and personal use to the diplomatic community.To be eligible for our diplomat program, you must have the appropriate official passports and visas.
Samples of Accepted Visas
Benefits of the Diplomat Program
*Includes 2.5% U.S. Customs Duty Exemption for qualified individuals.
MILITARY PROGRAM
To be eligible for Overseas Delivery as part of our military program, you must be a U.S. resident and an active-duty member of the armed forces who will be stationed abroad. You are also eligible if you have been stationed abroad for at least 140 days.Benefits of the Military Program
*Includes 2.5% U.S. Customs Duty Exemption for qualified individuals.
Available Models & Pricing:
The following Volvo models are available for Overseas Delivery.
Click on a years to download the appropriate pricing information.
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VOLVO C30 Seeing the C30 is like seeing the future of car design - a dynamic car packed with creativity. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo C30 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo C30 |
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VOLVO S40 You'll soon appreciate what makes the Volvo S40 stand out from the crowd. The Volvo S40 not only offers you the peace of mind that comes from class-leading safety features, it also provides you with an optional turbocharged engine and 445 watt Dolby surround sound stereo. And you'll be pleased to know that the Volvo S40's impressive features are just the start of its exceptional value. By ordering the Volvo S40 through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo S40 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo S40 |
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VOLVO S60 If you're going to drive around some of the world's most beautiful cities, surely you should do it in one of the world’s most beautiful cars, the Volvo S60. However, don't forget that there's more to the Volvo S60 than its looks. Test out the power of its optional 257 hp (300 hp S60 R) engine on one of Germany's famous autobahns, and you'll soon discover that the Volvo S60's performance is just as impressive. Why not take up an offer that's as attractive as the Volvo S60 itself? By ordering a new Volvo S60 through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo S60 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo S60 |
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VOLVO S80 Succesful, sophisticated, stylish. Drive the all new Volvo S80 and experience the perfect balance of comfort and response. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo S80 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo S80 |
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VOLVO V50 The Volvo V50 is the sportswagon that's full of life. And with up to 46.2 cubic feet of useful cargo space, you won't have to worry about where you're going to put all your souvenirs either. Could the Volvo V50 offer any more? By ordering a new Volvo V50 through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo V50 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo V50 |
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VOLVO V70 With its generous cargo space, the Volvo V70 has more than enough room for all the European souvenirs, designer clothes and vintage wine you care to throw at it. With some of the most comfortable seats on the planet, you know you can look forward to one of the best European vacations you've ever had. You'll also find comfort in your decision to buy this car. By ordering a new Volvo V70 through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo V70 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo V70 |
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VOLVO XC70 The Volvo XC70 is ideal for a European vacation. Why? Maybe it's the fact that it has more cargo space than a BMW X5. Or it could be that it has more ground clearance than a Lexus RX330. Whatever it is, you won't be disappointed. You won't be disappointed if you purchase a Volvo XC70 overseas either. By ordering a new Volvo XC70 through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo XC70 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo XC70 |
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VOLVO XC90 The Volvo XC90 is designed with innovative safety features that help to protect you and your passengers. Accommodating a crew of seven, the Volvo XC90 provides a graceful ride on land -- wet or dry. If well-being is a priority, this must be the ultimate vehicle to take you and your gear from port to port. You won't be disappointed if you purchase a Volvo XC90 overseas either. By ordering a new Volvo XC90 Ocean Race Edition through the Overseas Delivery Program, you can enjoy generous savings on the U.S. MSRP and get additional savings on selected options and accessories. - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo XC90 - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo XC90 Sport - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo XC90 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo XC90 R-Design |
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VOLVO C70 Imagine exploring Europe in an open-air convertible that can seat four adults with ease and still deliver an exhilarating driving experience. The Volvo C70 can make that happen -- and then some. You'll own the roads with 218 turbocharged horsepower and the available Dynaudio Package, which offers a 910-watt Dynaudio sound system with 14 speakers, to provide the ideal accompaniment to all the amazing sites you'll experience. So why not create the ultimate vacation experience by ordering the Volvo C70 through the Overseas Delivery Program? - Pricing and Specs for the 2008 Volvo C70 - Pricing and Specs for the 2009 Volvo C70 |











