Importing an M6 from USA to Canada

[golf_hero]

Thought I would post my experiences importing an M6 to Canada...

I'm in the middle of importing a 2008 M6 Coupe into Canada. Prices in the US are amazing compared to Canada. Here in Canada 2008 M6's are currently selling from $85k to $119k CDN (plus tax). Identical cars imported from the US can be bought at auction for $50K - 60kUSD.

I have run into two issues:

1) Gas Tax of $3000.00CDN ($4000.00 for 6 speed transmission) - bit annoying but paying the three grand will allow me to be at peace with the environment while flooring the V10...

2) BMW Canada is insisting that I change the instrument cluster and HVAC controls (show km only on dash, and Celsius for HVAC). They are charging a whopping $4100 (including tax) to do this.

Painful, but even after paying 6.1% duty, $3K Gas tax and $4100 to BMW for a new cluster , transportation, etc I still save a minumum of $20KUSD.

Any other Canadians out there who have gone through this and can share notes? Did you have to change your cluster and HVAC?

Thanks in advance...

[joenjolera.com]

Interesting. I had a big decision to make when buying my car and from some of the horror stories I heard of dealers refusing service and warranty repairs I decided against it. Maybe times have changed, nice savings .

[///M.EngT]

I import cars all the time from Canada. Give me a call and I would be happy to help you out. 403-605-6560 im located in Calgary! BMW canada are crooks and they like to dictate a few things that could be expensive there are ways around this.

[joenjolera.com]

Will for sure. I will pm you for details.

[///M.EngT]

hey there my post count is not high enough so I cant reply to your PM. Call me anytime 403-605-6560 I can help you out.