aventino68

Christien

More often than not nowadays you don't actually need the recall clearance letter. RIV has starting obtaining it automatically themselves. The last 2, maybe the last 3 Porsches I've imported haven't required a letter on my end. I can't guarantee that will be the case every time going forward, but it's been my experience for the last couple years. Furthermore, it was my knowledge several years ago that Porsche Canada will provide the letter to private importers (i.e. private individual buys the car and does the importation and all paperwork is in the individual's name) but not commercial importers (including any third party, whether that be a dealer or broker, such as myself). However that was many years ago they told me that.

If you want to be safe, ask the seller to obtain one for you as part of the deal. If it's getting PPI'd at an authorized dealer, have them provide one as part of the PPI. That's what I've always done, and I've had success, with no charge, every time. Worst case scenario, start calling US Porsche dealers at random, ask for the service advisor and ask them to print and email/fax you the letter based on the VIN, and offer to pay them for an hour of shop time (usually $100 or so). I've had to do that once, and it only took 3 or 4 calls before I found one that would do it, and he didn't even charge me.

JimV8

A quick call out to the Rennlist brain trust. I'm close to pulling the trigger on a non RIV USA car and wonder if you could comment on what in your experience complies with Title. The seller says there isn't one and never will be, he can though provide vehicle license registration in his name, Would that do?

Turbodan

I suggest getting a photo of the registration and email it to canada customes at the border. I do know a guy/service in FLa that can get a Fla title if you need it. It is a legitimate service and they charge $750 USD.

Imo000

If there is no title then who actually owns this car? At the border, both sides, they will ask for the original title, they did 5 years ago.

Christien

I couldn't image trying to cross the border without a title. At the very least, book a hotel

Onami

JimV8

Thanks all, the seller and i have opted to cease as it's a bit like pushing string uphill.

Imo000

What were you looking to buy?

JimV8

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fenixv8

You do not need the title to import the car. I have imported before.

​​​​​​​Things required at time of vehicle export:

* The vehicle which is to be exported.
* Original title. Vehicles that have no title, (ex: snowmobiles,
ATV's, backhoes, forklifts, etc) must present a registration and/or bill
of sale. Registration and/or bill of sale serves as your ownership
(title). This requirement varies from state to state. It is your
responsibility to determine what that state's ownership requirements
are.
* If you have an Invoice (for a vehicle other than a car or
motorcycle) the Invoice should be notarized.
* WHTI compliant identification for yourself and all parties with
you. Please refer to the following website for information on WHTI
compliant identification: http://www.getyouhome.gov/
* Lien release if a lien is present on the vehicle. Note: This can
be done by having the finance company sign off on the original title
itself (along with the finance company's stamp) or an original letter
from the finance company indicating that the lien is released. For those
vehicles that are still being financed, you may present a certified copy
of the title, along with an original letter from the finance company
that states that the vehicle can be exported.
* This printed, e-mail confirmation including your original
message to CBP.

TrackdayRSA.

Can someone please clarify exactly what is payable to land a U.S. car here? My understanding is the following:
-GST plus 6.1% duty is due at the border, as well as the small RIV fee
-PST is then payable once the car is registered in Ontario

So is it then correct to assume that all-in you are paying 6.1% + 5% + 8% for a total of 19%, or am I missing something?

thanks

Muskoka

https://www.riv.ca/CostConsiderations.aspx

That should have everything.6.1% (if manufactured outside NA) + 13% + a few small fees + Green Levy (0-4k)

Turbodan

there is another 2.4% I think you are missing.
also they charge tax on tax
also air conditioning tax
also if heavy there is a truck weight tax

Christien

Based on a recent invoice to a client, here's a list of charges:
RIV $220
brokerage $200-$250
GST on vehicle sale price converted to CAD
Excise Tax (a/c) $ 100.00
RIV form 1 $30
Duty 6.1%
safety - ??
PST at time of registration at MTO
Licensing (new plate, sticker, title transfer fee of $10)

This doesn't include transportation to get the car from the point of sale, which of course can vary widely.