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SmithSR »
https://forums.nicoclub.com/smithsr-u5241.html
Sun Jun 08, 2003 9:59 am
My opinion is that the site is spot on. You need info from customs, DOT, EPA.
According to the site, your $10400USD skyline sent to GK Automotive for DOT and EPA compliance brings your total to $16,400. Next, importation duty: 2.5% of $16400= $410. New total: $16810.The site figures $2000 for shipping and insurance.New total: $18810.The site then figures $1250 for "eventualities" aka unknown expensesNew total: $20060.Next is the whopper! customs bond equal to 100% of vehicle value $10400 added on, bringing your total to: $30460DOT conformance bond equal to 150% vehicle value($10400)=15600 added on to your original dollar amount needed to get your car here legally and in compliance with the three agencies.New total: $35660.USD
Yes, they are correct about the two bonds, which in your case would total $26000USD are returnable upon verification of vehicle compliance.
So, to get your car street legal in the U.S. you need $35660 sitting in your bank account right now.