Can I import a Skyline from japan into canada and pick it up there, Drive back here and get a dealer to pass it in canada of here. And send the car in part as a kit car and not have to pay those crazy motorex prices. If any one knows another way please tell me.
I am trying to get a r32.
can I import a skyline like this?
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Re: can I import a skyline like this? (partymonster 975)
Highly doubtful If it was that easy Motorex and the others wouldn't be able to charge $28,000 for a $3,000 car.
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Re: can I import a skyline like this? (partymonster 975)
that is what i am doing I am useing S-13 vin plates and using a kit car company to put a RB25 into it You have to use a motor thta was not used in that paticular car
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Re: can I import a skyline like this? (partymonster 975)
don't make a single mistake, know what I mean?partymonster 975 wrote:Can I import a Skyline from japan into canada and pick it up there, Drive back here and get a dealer to pass it in canada of here. And send the car in part as a kit car and not have to pay those crazy motorex prices. If any one knows another way please tell me.
I am trying to get a r32.
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Re: can I import a skyline like this? (themadscientist)
here is from the EPAB. (2) Engine not in Vehicle or Chassis
EPA regulates the entire vehicle, not individual parts, for cars, light trucks, and motorcycles. If an engine is not installed, and is to be used in a car, motorcycle, or light truck, it may be imported as an automotive part. No approval or Customs bond is required by EPA. Importers should be aware, however, that replacement of an engine in a U.S. version vehicle with an engine of a different type or model year may violate EPA regulations.
To import an engine for use in a car, light truck or motorcycle, the importer must file with U.S. Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1 and declare code "W" on that form.
For a "heavy" vehicle or "heavy" truck, EPA regulates the engine, whether or not it is installed. EPA considers a vehicle or truck as "heavy" if it has a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,500 pounds, or a curb weight of more than 6,000 pounds. To be imported, such an engine must be either excluded, exempted, covered by an EPA certificate of conformity, or imported by an independent commercial importer.
B. (3) Vehicle not Safe or Practical to Drive on Streets and Highways
An "off road" motor vehicle exclusion is based on the capability of the vehicle to safely and practically be driven on public roads. However, the EPA regulations for nonroad vehicles and engines must be met as applicable, effective Jan. 1, 1996.
A racing vehicle may not use the off road exclusion. A motorcycle with an engine of less than 50cc is in general not regulated, and may be imported without approval or Customs bond under EPA declaration code "U". To be eligible for the off road exclusion, any other vehicle or engine must meet at least one of the following three criteria:
1. It cannot exceed an ungoverned speed of 25 miles per hour; or
2. It lacks features customarily associated with safe and practical street or highway use; or
3. It exhibits features that make its use on a street or highway unsafe, impractical, or highly unlikely.
The deletion, removal or absence of features that can be readily added, is not sufficient grounds for this exclusion.
In general, in order import an off road vehicle not covered by the EPA nonroad regulations, the importer must file with U.S. Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1 and declare code "X" on that form. Depending on the vehicle, it may be necessary for the importer to first obtain a written exclusion from EPA. No Customs bond or approval is required by EPA.
Because many off road vehicles containing nonroad engines manufactured after January 1, 1996 are subject to EPA nonroad regulations, the importer of an offroad vehicle must first consult EPA Form 3520-21 to determine applicability. For a vehicle containing a regulated nonroad engine, complete EPA Form 3520-21. Otherwise complete EPA Form 3520-1 as above.
B. (4) Racing Vehicle
Not all vehicles used in races are excluded from emissions compliance. A racing vehicle exclusion is based on the capability of the vehicle to safely and practically be driven on streets and highways. Written EPA approval must be obtained before clearance at Customs.
Once a racing vehicle is imported, it is a violation of the Clean Air Act to register or license it for street use, or to convert it into a motor vehicle, unless it is first covered by an applicable EPA certificate of conformity.
The importer must file with Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1, declare code "L" on that form, and attach the EPA letter of approval.
EPA regulates the entire vehicle, not individual parts, for cars, light trucks, and motorcycles. If an engine is not installed, and is to be used in a car, motorcycle, or light truck, it may be imported as an automotive part. No approval or Customs bond is required by EPA. Importers should be aware, however, that replacement of an engine in a U.S. version vehicle with an engine of a different type or model year may violate EPA regulations.
To import an engine for use in a car, light truck or motorcycle, the importer must file with U.S. Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1 and declare code "W" on that form.
For a "heavy" vehicle or "heavy" truck, EPA regulates the engine, whether or not it is installed. EPA considers a vehicle or truck as "heavy" if it has a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 8,500 pounds, or a curb weight of more than 6,000 pounds. To be imported, such an engine must be either excluded, exempted, covered by an EPA certificate of conformity, or imported by an independent commercial importer.
B. (3) Vehicle not Safe or Practical to Drive on Streets and Highways
An "off road" motor vehicle exclusion is based on the capability of the vehicle to safely and practically be driven on public roads. However, the EPA regulations for nonroad vehicles and engines must be met as applicable, effective Jan. 1, 1996.
A racing vehicle may not use the off road exclusion. A motorcycle with an engine of less than 50cc is in general not regulated, and may be imported without approval or Customs bond under EPA declaration code "U". To be eligible for the off road exclusion, any other vehicle or engine must meet at least one of the following three criteria:
1. It cannot exceed an ungoverned speed of 25 miles per hour; or
2. It lacks features customarily associated with safe and practical street or highway use; or
3. It exhibits features that make its use on a street or highway unsafe, impractical, or highly unlikely.
The deletion, removal or absence of features that can be readily added, is not sufficient grounds for this exclusion.
In general, in order import an off road vehicle not covered by the EPA nonroad regulations, the importer must file with U.S. Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1 and declare code "X" on that form. Depending on the vehicle, it may be necessary for the importer to first obtain a written exclusion from EPA. No Customs bond or approval is required by EPA.
Because many off road vehicles containing nonroad engines manufactured after January 1, 1996 are subject to EPA nonroad regulations, the importer of an offroad vehicle must first consult EPA Form 3520-21 to determine applicability. For a vehicle containing a regulated nonroad engine, complete EPA Form 3520-21. Otherwise complete EPA Form 3520-1 as above.
B. (4) Racing Vehicle
Not all vehicles used in races are excluded from emissions compliance. A racing vehicle exclusion is based on the capability of the vehicle to safely and practically be driven on streets and highways. Written EPA approval must be obtained before clearance at Customs.
Once a racing vehicle is imported, it is a violation of the Clean Air Act to register or license it for street use, or to convert it into a motor vehicle, unless it is first covered by an applicable EPA certificate of conformity.
The importer must file with Customs, upon entry, an EPA Form 3520-1, declare code "L" on that form, and attach the EPA letter of approval.
Re: (JaysonReliford)
do your homework bro. if it was that easy to import one dont you think there would be a lot more around? I spent months researching before I handed my money over to motorex. I hate those guys because they over charge and they are lazy but when it comes down to it they are the ONLY people that have put a legal skyline on the road. period. too bad they are out of the import game....