by Carla1Why not?
A vehicle that’s temporarily imported (foreign plates + TIP) cannot be sold in Mexico and must be taken back out of Mexico and the TIP cancelled when you leave.
If you don’t properly cancel/export it, you can lose your deposit and risk fines/impoundment issues.
When can you sell it in Mexico?
Only after the vehicle is permanently imported (“importación definitiva” / “nationalized”) and can be registered/plated in Mexico. That process is regulated by Mexican customs and typically requires a customs broker (agente aduanal) and a pedimento, plus taxes/fees and eligibility rules (model year/VIN/origin can matter).
Practical reality for a Florida → Mérida trip
To permanently import, you’ll also need to comply with U.S. vehicle export rules at the border (e.g., EEI/AES filing and submitting ownership documents at least 72 hours before export—requirements can be port-specific).
Then Mexico-side import is usually handled at/near the border, not down in Mérida.
Best options
- Easiest: sell the Armada in the U.S. before you go.
- If you truly want to sell in Mexico: plan a permanent import with a reputable customs broker before you drive down, so they can tell you if your Armada’s model year/VIN/origin qualifies and what it will cost.
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