Can you import a car from Japan yourself?

Yes it’s possible. According to NHTSA Importation and Certification FAQ, a motor vehicle that is at least 25 years old can be lawfully imported into the U.S. without regard to whether it complies with all applicable FMVSS regulations.

Is JDM cars legal in Canada?

Every year, more JDM vehicles become 15 years old, making them legally importable to Canada from Japan.

Can you import a car yourself?

Yes, there are some risks, but for people importing a single vehicle at a time for personal use the process can be relatively easy. I recently successfully imported my own vehicle (a KEI truck) and have compiled this guide as a resource for anyone else who is interested in doing the same.

How much does it cost to import a JDM car?

How Much Does it Costs to ship a Car from Japan? The cost to import a car from Japan to USA starts around $2000+ per car.

Why do cars have to be 25 years old to import?

Antiques are more likely to get into the country with relative ease. In general, if it has been 25 years or more since the original production date and the the car is in unmodified condition, the importation process will be straightforward, because: Vehicles are exempt from EPA compliance if they are older than 21.

Is the mk4 Supra illegal in Canada?

Starting in the early 2000’s, many popular Japanese vehicles became legal to import. These include the Nissan Skyline GTR, Nissan Silvia, Toyota Supra MKIV, Mazda RX7 FD3S, Honda Integra and much more. Since 2007 we have been providing a full turn-key import service to Canadians and Americans.

Can you import cars from Canada?

Can I Legally Import a Vehicle from Canada? Absolutely! Importing vehicles from Canada is permitted by any person looking to use the vehicle for personal use. It must comply with the Federal Department of Transportation safety standards and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards.

Can I import a 25 year old car?

A motor vehicle that is at least 25 years old can be lawfully imported into the U.S. without regard to whether it complies with all applicable DOT Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). Such a vehicle would be entered under Box 1 on the HS-7 Declaration form to be given to Customs at the time of importation.

How much does a Nissan Skyline cost?

Q: What is the average sale price of a Skyline? A: The average price of a Skyline is $52,999.