KALIDA MOTORS

Service Fees

Pricing: Tiered Fee Calculations

We believe in complete transparency. Our service fees are calculated based on your vehicle's value to cover the proportional logistics and handling requirements.

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Vehicle Value Range Service Fee Structure Transparent Breakdown What You Get

Budget

Up to 2.5M

Ksh 50,000 Flat Rate

Example: For a 2M car

Total: Ksh 50,000

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Standard

2.5M - 5M

Ksh 50,000 + 1% Base + 1% of value

Example: For a 4M car

50k + (1% of 4M)

Total: Ksh 90,000

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Premium

5M - 10M

Ksh 75,000 + 1.2% Base + 1.2% of value

Example: For a 8M car

75k + (1.2% of 8M)

Total: Ksh 171,000

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Luxury

Above 10M

1.5% - 2.5% Negotiable

Example: For 15M unit

Calculated as 1.5-2.5% of final value.

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Price Protection Guarantee

No Hidden Surcharges: Once your service fee is agreed upon at the start of the sourcing process, it remains fixed. We guarantee no surprise markups or hidden commissions—our only revenue is the transparent fee we’ve disclosed.

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Maximize Your Budget

Smart importing can save you up to 30% on total landed costs. Follow these expert tips to get the most out of your money.

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Kenya allows imports up to 8 years old. Importing a vehicle that is exactly 7 years old often hits the "sweet spot" of low purchase price and manageable depreciation for tax purposes.

star_half Auction Grade 3.5/4

Focus on Grade 3.5–4 vehicles — mechanically sound, well-maintained cars with only minor signs of use. Japan’s grading is very strict, so even tiny, barely visible marks lower the score, letting you buy a reliable, high-quality car at a better price.

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Keep an eye on engine capacity. Vehicles below 2000cc often fall into lower excise duty brackets, drastically reducing the final KRA bill.

Anatomy of a Landed Cost

Understanding the total cost structure.

1

Auction Price

Winning bid. Tip: Grades 3.5-4 will potentially save 100k-200k.

Car Bid Value KES 1,000,000
2

Logistics

Freight costs includes deregistration costs in Japan

Freight Costs KES 200000
3

KRA Taxes

KRA calculations based on CRSP and vehicle age.

Vehicle Taxes
KES 500000
4

Local Clearance

Standard port charges and NTSA registration fees.

Port Charges KES 70000
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Standard Tier Example
Est. Car Value KES 3,500,000
Base Fee (Standard) KES 50,000
Variable Fee (1%) KES 35,000
Total Kalida Service Fee KES 85,000

Professional Service with No Hidden Costs

Our tiered fee model ensures that we can provide the specialized attention higher-value assets require while keeping costs predictable for every budget.

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Predictable Math

Know exactly what you'll pay based on your vehicle's value—no surprise commissions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Get a precise estimate for your vehicle import today based on our transparent tiered service fees.