Due to the recent drop in the value of the US Dollar, purchasing a vehicle in the USA and importing it to Canada, has become commonplace.
The West Herr Automotive Group, in the Buffalo NY area is a great choice for a number of reasons.
- Most of our dealerships are within minutes of the Canadian/US Border [See Dealer locations and maps]
- We sell over 25,000 vehicles to retail customers just like you each year
- We have over 800 used cars that qualify for export* [See listing of USED vehicles that maybe exportable to Canada]
- The largest assortment of new cars that qualify for export anywhere in NY* [See listing of NEW vehicles that maybe exportable to Canada]
- We are a four time winner of the Better Business Torch award for Business Ethics.
- Rated The Best Place to Work in Western New York for 3 years in a row by Business First.
- We will make it easy for you;
- first by helping you select a vehicle that qualifies for export
- Then by helping you with the necessary steps to get your purchased vehicle across the border and to your home.
Not every make and model can be imported into Canada;
- New vehicles
- Most new vehicle manufacturers prevent the export of their respective models to Canada in their franchise rules. However there are a few exceptions
- Used vehicles
- This is the area where importing to Canada becomes a great choice for a number of reasons:
Will West Herr Handle the Vehicle Transfer to Canada?
- No, we will provide paperwork and provide an "in-transit permit". (basically a temporary license plate)
- We will need proper identification
- We will need an Insurance Binder from your insurance company/agent
What Fees will I have to pay at the border?
- Canada Border Services Agency will collect your non refundable Registrar of Imported Vehicles' fee of $195.00 + GST in all provinces except Quebec where it is $195.00 + GST and QST. GST +PST (source www.Riv.ca)
Do I have to pay duty?
- Due to free trade agreements with Canada, most American Made vehicles will not have duty due at the border. Vehicles imported from overseas will be subject to a 6.1% duty
- Example:
- A vehicle purchased in the US which was built in Canada, USA or Mexico is usually not subject to duty.
- A vehicle made in Japan or any other overseas location that is not part of the free trade agreement is subject to duty.
Once the vehicle is in Canada, then what?
- It is your responsibility to complete the necessary modifications within 45 days. You may have the modifications done by the mechanic or garage of your choice. However, we recommend that you contact the Original Equipment Manufacturer to discuss appropriate parts or warranty issues. Make sure you keep receipts for parts and labor, to present at the inspection, along with Form 1, Form 2 and the recall clearance letter.
- The RIV has contracted with Canadian Tire, with 430 locations across Canada, to perform our federal inspections. In many cases, Canadian Tire can perform certain modification work, as well as performing the provincial inspection.
- When you pass the inspection, the inspection center will stamp your Form 1, that you will have to present to the provincial or territorial licensing authority, which may require additional testing.
- Within approximately one week of passing the federal inspection, we will send you a new Canadian Certification label with instructions on where to affix it to your vehicle.
- If the vehicle fails the inspection, you'll have to pay additional charges for another inspection. If the vehicle cannot pass the inspection within the 45 days, it will have to be exported back to the United States.
- If you are having trouble meeting the 45-day deadline or other questions, we may be able to help. Contact us at info@riv.ca or 1-888-848-8240.
Source (RIV.com 10/29/2007)
Important disclaimer:
- Vehicle sales to individual Canadian retail buyers only. No Brokers.
- This web site is an overview of the Canadian import process and cannot be relied on to replace the more detailed guidelines provided by the Canadian or Provincial government which you should review before purchasing a vehicle in the United States for importation into Canada. All information here is subject to change.
- If you decide to purchase a vehicle at our dealership you must take delivery at our store in the United States
- You are responsible for ultimately verifying that the vehicle that you purchase qualifies for importation into Canada and for completing the documents necessary to register the vehicle in Canada.
- Our suggestion is to research these sites.
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