Learn about U.S. cars
If the car is located in the United States, there are a few extra things to consider. First,
make sure to print off the
Buying from the U.S. Checklist to walk you through each step
in detail. Is the car admissible in Canada? Does it require modification? You can check the list for typical modification requirements, or call the Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) at 1-888-848-8240. If it needs modification, you should check with a mechanic for an estimate. And you should check with the manufacturer or dealer of the car to obtain a recall clearance letter to pass the federal inspection.
What are the duty and taxes?
Visit My Border Pro to get a detailed quote for the landed cost of your vehicle, including duty and taxes.
Also, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), responsible for assessing and collecting duties and taxes, can be reached at 1-800-461-9999 (in Canada) or 1-506-636-5064 or 1-204-983-3500 (outside Canada).
Learn about the conditions
Before you bid on a car, you should know the seller’s terms
and conditions. If you go to the bottom of the listing, you’ll
see the shipping, payment details and return policy section.
Here it will say who is responsible for pickup or shipping. The
seller should also tell you what kinds of payment they will
accept, how long you have to pay, and whether they want a
deposit.
Although shipping a car sounds like a major undertaking, it is
surprisingly straightforward. Under the
Services section you can
find businesses like
Hansen's Vehicle Shipping Service that will
arrange door-to-door shipping anywhere in Canada or the U.S. Make
sure you have all the right papers: title documents,
registration, and other documents necessary for importing from
the U.S.
Learn about the conditions
Before you bid on a car, you should know the seller’s terms
and conditions. If you go to the bottom of the listing, you’ll
see the shipping, payment details and return policy section.
Here it will say who is responsible for pickup or shipping. The
seller should also tell you what kinds of payment they will
accept, how long you have to pay, and whether they want a
deposit.
Although shipping a car sounds like a major undertaking, it is
surprisingly straightforward. Under the
Services section you can
find businesses like
Hansen's Vehicle Shipping Service that will
arrange door-to-door shipping anywhere in Canada or the U.S. Make
sure you have all the right papers: title documents,
registration, and other documents necessary for importing from
the U.S.
