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FLARE
03-25-2009, 02:20 PM
I realize that I could probably search this, but im at work and im not supposed to be on the computer here :nut: ...

My dad is in Las Vegas right now and has randomly stumbled upon a really nice 2008 lexus es350 for sale. Its a CANADIAN vehicle that was traded in by some rich mofo.

My question is.. Since its originally a canadian car, if he were to purchase it and bring it up through the border, would he have to pay GST on it?

He knows he has to pay customs and fees and all that jazz, but the make or break for this deal for him is basically the GST.

Any help is VERY VERY appreciated as he is flying back friday and I dont really know anywhere else to look. So please fellow beyond friends, help us out!
2002civic
03-25-2009, 02:32 PM
yes I believe he would have to. You pay it on a used car here so...
canuckcarguy
03-25-2009, 02:35 PM
Good question, but I'd suspect he doesn't have to pay GST if it's already been paid here. Try www.riv.ca, they may be able to help you. He also shouldn't have to pay duty, if it's already been paid here?

Dealers here charge GST on used cars, but if the car's been traded in, there's a government offset on that tax (ie, they claim an input tax credit when they take the vehicle on trade).
VWbloke
03-25-2009, 03:39 PM
He will have to pay.
realazy
03-25-2009, 03:48 PM
If the car was properly exported out of Canada, it will have to follow the same rules as any other car to import it back into Canada.
rage2
03-25-2009, 04:00 PM
100% sure he has to pay. The car's been exported, it's a US car now.
FLARE
03-25-2009, 04:00 PM
WOW!

Thanks for all the quick replies guys!

I will follow up with the link provided, and I'll update on here as soon as we know for sure!

My guess is he will have to, as the car was properly exported out of Canada.

If anybody has anymore to add, im glad to hear all feedback!
FLARE
03-25-2009, 08:15 PM
^ perfect, I was hoping you would answer!

When you answer.. thats the answer... master.
funkedelic2
03-25-2009, 11:50 PM
Originally posted by FLARE
^ perfect, I was hoping you would answer!

When you answer.. thats the answer... master.

.. wow
RickDaTuner
03-25-2009, 11:53 PM
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FLARE
03-28-2009, 01:39 PM
Nice pants ^

I mean lips...