Here is the list: http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-IMPACT/2006/September/Day-26/i8260.htm I do not see the Hiace listed. Therefore I would assume that no Registered Importer has been paid big bucks to go through the additional hassle to prove this vehicle worthy of NHTSA guidelines. I believe that once the NHTSA has seen one proven, it gets added to this list. My 2 cents, Kim ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andrew Grebneff" <andrew.grebneff@STONEBOW.OTAGO.AC.NZ> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 1:11 AM Subject: Importing used cars to US... help? (NVC)
On a Toyota diesel forum I'm a member of, someone in the US wants to bring in a Toyota Hiace van. He doesn't know what to do. I suggested bringing in a LHD van from South America, where they are sold (possibly also México). I mentioned that people are bringing VW T3s in from Europe, though I couldn't remember any details. Another member answered: "Still have to go through a Registered Importer, that is if there is a successful petition for the Hiace, LHD notwithstanding. VW will issue a "letter of compliance", unlike Toyota. www.iltis.ca (http://www.iltis.ca) brings in TDI Iltis in from Belgium..." Can anyone shed any light? |
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