Skyline GT-R Info, Read here 1st before asking.
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In response to the numerous newbie posts ask about skylines & importing them
from Japan I have created this thread to answer some questions. Those who hav a clue can add to this thread. Newbie should read it and shut up, don't post any stupid questions or comments. Here we go:
Step 1: SEARCH!!!!!
Step 2: Read
Vehicles that are not in Canada or the USA or not designed to conform to US and/or Canadian safety standards cannot be imported into Canada. More precisely, vehicles that were deisgned and built for use and sale in Canada or the United States. That means Cars that are in ANY other country cannot be imported into canada for use on public roads.
There is a Canadian Registrar of imported Vehicles that has a list of Vehicles that cannot be imported into Canada, if the car you want is on that list; FORGET IT!
Importation of vehicles into Canada from countries other than the United States
Revised December 2002 Subject to revision without notification
The illegal importation of a motor vehicle into Canada is a criminal offense. Inadmissible vehicles will be denied entry into Canada and will be detained. All storage and disposal fees are the responsibility of the importer.
Please read the following carefully.
VEHICLES PURCHASED OUTSIDE CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES
The Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Regulations require that all vehicles imported into Canada comply, at the time of importation, with the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date the vehicle was manufactured. Vehicles manufactured for sale in countries other than Canada and the United States do not comply with the requirements of the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act, CANNOT be altered to comply and CANNOT be imported into Canada. The only exceptions to this rule are vehicles fifteen (15) years old or older as determined by the month and year in which the vehicle was manufactured and buses manufactured before January 1, 1971.
Vehicles acquired in foreign countries other than the U.S. and designed, built, tested and certified to meet either all applicable Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or all applicable United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and bearing a statement of compliance label affixed by the original manufacturer, as required by the Regulations, may be eligible for importation into Canada provided the vehicle has not been altered and the certification from the original manufacturer is maintained. Please contact Transport Canada, Road Safety and Motor Vehicle Regulation Directorate, at 1-613-998-8616 for further information.
VISITORS AND TOURISTS TO CANADA
Under Section 7(1)(b) of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, a motor vehicle may be admitted temporarily into Canada without complying with the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations if it is to be used exclusively by a person entering Canada as a visitor or a person passing through Canada to another country. Persons entering under a work permit or student visa will be considered as visitors for the application of this section of the Act. Any change in the status of the person entering the vehicle may invalidate the use of this section of the Act. The vehicle cannot be sold or otherwise disposed of while in Canada and cannot remain in Canada for a period longer than the time constraints listed on the work permit, student visa or any other Customs documents. Once these time limits are exceeded, the vehicle no longer qualifies for temporary entry under section 7(1)(b) of the Act and must be exported. As the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency also has requirements concerning the importation of vehicles, you may contact them at the address listed below.
ADDRESSES
Transport Canada
Vehicle Importation
Tower "C",
Place de Ville,
330 Sparks Steet,
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
CANADA
Telephone: 1-613-998-8616
Toll Free: 1-800-333-0371
Fax: 1-613-998-4831
REVISED MAY 2001
THE ABOVE RESTRICTIONS REFLECT CURRENT LEGISLATION
STICKY!!!!!!
In response to the numerous newbie posts ask about skylines & importing them
from Japan I have created this thread to answer some questions. Those who hav a clue can add to this thread. Newbie should read it and shut up, don't post any stupid questions or comments. Here we go:
Step 1: SEARCH!!!!!
Step 2: Read
Vehicles that are not in Canada or the USA or not designed to conform to US and/or Canadian safety standards cannot be imported into Canada. More precisely, vehicles that were deisgned and built for use and sale in Canada or the United States. That means Cars that are in ANY other country cannot be imported into canada for use on public roads.
There is a Canadian Registrar of imported Vehicles that has a list of Vehicles that cannot be imported into Canada, if the car you want is on that list; FORGET IT!
Here is an excerpt obtained from the Transport Canada Website:
Importation of vehicles into Canada from countries other than the United States
Revised December 2002 Subject to revision without notification
The illegal importation of a motor vehicle into Canada is a criminal offense. Inadmissible vehicles will be denied entry into Canada and will be detained. All storage and disposal fees are the responsibility of the importer.
Please read the following carefully.
VEHICLES PURCHASED OUTSIDE CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES
The Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Regulations require that all vehicles imported into Canada comply, at the time of importation, with the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date the vehicle was manufactured. Vehicles manufactured for sale in countries other than Canada and the United States do not comply with the requirements of the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act, CANNOT be altered to comply and CANNOT be imported into Canada. The only exceptions to this rule are vehicles fifteen (15) years old or older as determined by the month and year in which the vehicle was manufactured and buses manufactured before January 1, 1971.
Vehicles acquired in foreign countries other than the U.S. and designed, built, tested and certified to meet either all applicable Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or all applicable United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and bearing a statement of compliance label affixed by the original manufacturer, as required by the Regulations, may be eligible for importation into Canada provided the vehicle has not been altered and the certification from the original manufacturer is maintained. Please contact Transport Canada, Road Safety and Motor Vehicle Regulation Directorate, at 1-613-998-8616 for further information.
VISITORS AND TOURISTS TO CANADA
Under Section 7(1)(b) of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, a motor vehicle may be admitted temporarily into Canada without complying with the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations if it is to be used exclusively by a person entering Canada as a visitor or a person passing through Canada to another country. Persons entering under a work permit or student visa will be considered as visitors for the application of this section of the Act. Any change in the status of the person entering the vehicle may invalidate the use of this section of the Act. The vehicle cannot be sold or otherwise disposed of while in Canada and cannot remain in Canada for a period longer than the time constraints listed on the work permit, student visa or any other Customs documents. Once these time limits are exceeded, the vehicle no longer qualifies for temporary entry under section 7(1)(b) of the Act and must be exported. As the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency also has requirements concerning the importation of vehicles, you may contact them at the address listed below.
ADDRESSES
Transport Canada
Vehicle Importation
Tower "C",
Place de Ville,
330 Sparks Steet,
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
CANADA
Telephone: 1-613-998-8616
Toll Free: 1-800-333-0371
Fax: 1-613-998-4831
REVISED MAY 2001
THE ABOVE RESTRICTIONS REFLECT CURRENT LEGISLATION