Date:         Thu, 26 Aug 1999 20:24:57 -0400
Reply-To:     Kevin & Lisa Sellitti <virtual-angst@HOME.COM>
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From:         Kevin & Lisa Sellitti <virtual-angst@HOME.COM>
Subject:      Re: Importing a Vehicle from Germany to the States. (was Detlev
              Says Hi to List from Germany!)
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> Detlev is looking into importing a '90 Double Cab Turbo diesel!

I am sure this list will find the importation process interesting. Any
Chance the list could be updated with Delev's  progress?

I once looked into importing a Land Rover from England and found this much
out:

        It used to be that any U.S. Citizen could import one vehicle into the U.S.
from any country once within their lifetime.  No Questions Asked, they only
had to pay estimated Duty/Taxes. This law was changed in 1991 and now only
applies to vehicles 25 years old or older. I can't help but think that the
law was changed as the result of the importing of "Grey Market" Mercedes
during the 80's. I seem to remember Mercedes not being pleased about having
their throats cut with their own product.

The rules are very confusing, If anyone can figure out the NHTSA rules and
Numbering system please share it with the group.

Anyway I suppose it could be done. Here are some links with info.

National Highway Safety Administration Rules
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/

Customs Importing Info
http://www.customs.ustreas.gov/imp-exp2/informal/car.htm

Bringing in a car from Canada  http://www.gills.com/carstuff.html

Importing Info from a Land Rover Faq But, applies to any Vehicle.
http://www.fourfold.org/LR_FAQ/FAQ.5.parts.customs.usa.html