Hello All,
I am a US citizen looking to move to Portugal. I am an avid 4x4 hobbyist and racer (completed KoH) currently living in CA.
Don't hate me, I am not a LR owner, but have a jeep and a hummer... :)
I am hoping you may still be able to assist me with advice as I have not been able to find this information anywhere.
Bsically, my question is regarding import, matriculation and service of my vehicles.
More specifically, my jeep has a 4/5' lift and sits on 37s... with a stubby bumper and narrow fenders...
what can you tell me about being able to matriculate such a modified vehicle in Portugal? if I put on some original wheels'tires could I pass the tech inspection?
is there a bumper height/ fender width / mud flap requirements in Europe that would preclude me from matriculating it?
what about the police there... would they frown upon such a vehicle and give me trouble or are they cool with it?
My jeep is all sorts of not road legal in the US as well, but the police here don't care whatsoever.
Finally, do they have the 6cyl pentastar petrol engine in Portugal that a jeep dealer could service / fix should it be necessary?
Any help would be greatly appreriated !!