Experience importing US car that is more than 15 years old?
I'm looking into importing a car from the United States that is more than 15 years old. From my understanding, it is exempt from the RIV program, but I am still foggy on what exactly needs to be done. Has anyone here done this before?
I'm basically wondering what forms, documents, fees, and procedures I need to be aware of. Thanks.
Re: Experience importing US car that is more than 15 years old?
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Originally posted by GTS Jeff
I'm looking into importing a car from the United States that is more than 15 years old. From my understanding, it is exempt from the RIV program, but I am still foggy on what exactly needs to be done. Has anyone here done this before?
I'm basically wondering what forms, documents, fees, and procedures I need to be aware of. Thanks.
Probably everything but RIV.
So you have to get the letter from the OEM. Get an inspection. Tell the US that you are exporting, etc...
Re: Re: Experience importing US car that is more than 15 years old?
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Originally posted by benyl
Probably everything but RIV.
So you have to get the letter from the OEM. Get an inspection. Tell the US that you are exporting, etc...
No OEM letter on the car I imported last month.
Everything else is nearly the same. Also, no RIV inspection or AC tax, but OOP is still required, duty paid, etc...
Re: Experience importing US car that is more than 15 years old?
Pffft...don't question my search-fu. That thread only applies to new US cars, not ones older than 15 years:
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Originally posted by GTS Jeff
...it is exempt from the RIV program...
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Originally posted by me&you
No OEM letter on the car I imported last month.
Everything else is nearly the same. Also, no RIV inspection or AC tax, but OOP is still required, duty paid, etc...
Would you mind detailing the exact procedure for me please? Did you have to alert US customs that you were exporting a car out of the US?
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Originally posted by Weapon_R
All you need to do is contact the border at Whitelash Montana. If its a US car, you'll only pay GST. Drive it over and your set.
The car is sold in the US, but made in Japan, so I think it would have duty. I've been having trouble finding the rate. Do you know if the car can only pass at certain border crossings and not all of them?
Also, do anyone know if a modified car is allowed to pass? I would hate to get stopped at the border for a swapped engine, or even something small like coilovers.