I may be moving back to the US sooner than I had planned..I have a "gulf spec" spyder...can anyone lead me to a company / person with experience in importing ?

Specific questions
1. The spedometer is KM...can this be changed to miles / is it needed ?
2. Th current plates are the long euro style..what is involved in converting to the USA style license plates ?
3. The Dubai dealer said the car meets US requirements...is this true ?
4. What are the potential costs of importing vs selling in dubai and re-buying in the US ?
5. Warranty - good in state s?
6. What is insurance running in the states, if used as a daily driver ? Is there a preferred insurance company that is trustworthy for lambo owners?

Thanks

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First, is the car a US Spec version. The federalization process could be a nightmare otherwise, possibly easier to part with it and purchase a new car here in the states. Otherwise you are fine if it meets US crash standards.

1. Doesnt matter, I have an European Spec RS4 cluster in my Audi S4
2. Someone else could help you on this
3. This goes back to what I referenced above, someone with more knowledge of the model could help.
4. What currency does Dubai use? Exchange rate?
5. I would assume the warranty is backed by the manufacturer regardless of where you are.
6. Insurance is up there. Depends on your driving record, age, etc.

if it were an older car maby .. but as i heard the from the diablo up its very time consuming and expensive... and realy isnt worth it...

selling in the middle east is hard becouse these cars looz allot when you have them titeled....

hope that helps

anyone know the issues with importing cars from canada? especially if it's a bit older? tax implications? obstacles in bringing it in and titling it in U.S., etc?

I think bringing it in from canada isnt to much trouble.

DubaiGuy I wish you luck your spyder is very beautiful I love the interior I think it would be a shame to let that one go and pick up a new one, good luck!

i'm told it has to be 25 years old before you import into the U.S. ? also, any regualtory issues w/bringing a euro spec car into the states? any reponses to these would be great...thanks

In Canada, it has to be 15 years old.

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i think it's 15 yrs old going INTO canada....going out i believe it's 25 yrs old....does anyone know FOR SURE - the exact laws and regulatory issues??

give G&K Automotive Conversion a call - 714-545-9503 and ask for george, they are in Santa Ana, CA.

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The car can be of any age to bring in to the States, provided DOT accepts that the car can be brought into compliance with US standards. (There's a list of these cars on the DOT website.) If the specific car is not on the list, talk to the factory to determine whether the car is substantially similar to the US model in relevant features ("built to US specifications, with only minor labeling differences.") If so, a letter from Lamborghini (or their Designated Agent in the US) stating that would be sufficient for DOT importation requirements, but you'd still need to ensure the car could pass the EPA testing and requirements. If you can overcome these things, then you can canvass the Registered Licensed Importers on the DOT-approved list to find the one you want.

None of this is necessary if the car is 25 years or older, if you care to wait
Similarly, the EPA rules only apply to cars under 21 years old.

Jeff