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09-14-2010, 11:58 AM | #111 |
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For those that have done this process, how did you do your CAD-USD exchange. It seems like the banks are charging at least 2.5% for exchange. That seems a bit ridiculous for large amounts. I've read a bit about forex companies such as xe.com. What's the best route to go?
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12-04-2010, 06:40 AM | #112 | |
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Also Im assuming I would get the car insured by a canadian auto insurance company for any damages that might happen while in the usa? |
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02-23-2011, 11:49 PM | #113 |
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As for Cash vs Certified cheque. I bought my M3 privately in 2007 and in addition to the 72 hour wait the major kicker was the delay in verifying the certified cheque. AFAIK there is no way to transfer money from Canadian-US banks without a 24 hour verification delay. I ended up doing something that is in hindsight crazy, I bought it for cash! Otherwise the seller won't give you the car and you will end up giving them the money; catch 22.
If you end up doing this make sure you DECLARE THE MONEY when crossing the CAN>US border. |
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03-07-2011, 11:53 AM | #115 | |
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To do all that I have highlighted in BOLD, 6.1% duty needs to be paid. |
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03-07-2011, 12:41 PM | #116 |
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03-12-2011, 04:56 PM | #117 |
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Hey Guys!
I pretty much understand the whole import process however I haven't been able to find an answer to my question.. Where do you guys arrange for your financing if you don't have cash lying around like me... I can afford the car payments but don't have funds lying around... Your help is greatly appreciated |
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03-12-2011, 08:05 PM | #118 |
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Line of credit - secured (prime +1) or unsecured (prime + 2) ... In general term speaking.
Alternative method - spend $5 on Lotto Max every week .. and hope for the best .... If you do hit the big one, then you have no need to import. Just walk into dealership and say I would like this one, that one & that one |
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03-13-2011, 08:13 PM | #119 | |
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03-13-2011, 08:32 PM | #120 | |
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I am an importer and would love to just pull from the US to offer my clients the best value, but in my experience BMW will not honor any warranty unless you follow their importation procedure. In the past customers have been hosed with needless changes that are required for BMW to "Canadianize" the car. Many have complained of cluster and HVAC changes costing thousands of dollars. These changes are not required by the RIV. If you find a dealer that will service it without following their procedure, great. Otherwise, I would try to confirm with your local dealer before you buy. The reality is that the CDN wholesale prices have been coming down since parity has become the norm. The issue is that retailers are not passing on this adjustment to you. I now generally look to the US for availability, not price as for me the difference is not worth the effort an additional costs. Just my 2 cents. |
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03-14-2011, 08:55 AM | #121 | |
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Haha! Thank you for the suggestion and yes, I do buy 5 dollar lotteries every week hoping to land a BIG win. Trust me If I won lottery then I would be getting myself a dozen exotic cars :P...
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03-14-2011, 08:57 AM | #122 |
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Thank you sir for the insightful information. I have come across your thread's on maxbimmer site as well. I will definitely check you out and perhap's speak to you about my delima..
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03-14-2011, 10:46 AM | #123 | |
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Initial quote was CAD $52k + tax. If he's saying cheaper, it'll be CAD $39k+tax since the Edmunds.com configurator for a new car is $40k USD. |
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03-14-2011, 11:14 AM | #124 | |
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03-14-2011, 02:12 PM | #125 | |
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In my experience, the difference in CDN and US pricing has come down now to the point when factoring in other costs such as Duty, it makes the most sense to find these cars on the CDN side. I generally only look to the US now for availability as some cars can be scarce in the CDN auctions. Back to my original post, My business thrives on my reputation. I can't risk this reputation by bringing in a US vehicle for my client and then have the local BMW dealer refuse to service it under warranty. The cost savings will mean nothing at this point in time to my client. |
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03-14-2011, 03:05 PM | #126 |
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03-14-2011, 03:16 PM | #127 | |
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I would love to have a 335xi Wagon, or Audi RS4 Wagon but no love in North America. If a 328xi wagon hit the auction, I would take it in a second to replace my current Volvo V50 T5 AWD. They are just not popular, but when you have little ones and a large dog, nothing compares. Cheers, |
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03-14-2011, 06:47 PM | #128 | |
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We're actually wanting to trade in our 09 XC70 T6 (good power, but not the driving feel I'd hoped, although with the 4C adjustable suspension, it's much better than the stock suspension) for a used 535 wagon. I almost bought an imported one from Cali a month ago actually, but then found out it was a mfr buyback/lemon on title, so steered clear of it. It was an 09 with only 11,000 km's on it, so real clean... There's only one still for sale on Autotrader in ALL of Canada, and it's that one! |
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03-14-2011, 08:32 PM | #129 | |
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a. What do you think of this car being at USD 27k? b. Is BMW dealerships really denying warranty? What if I'm a new immigrant from the US? (I really AM!).....why should i be penalized for buying a car in the US where I was living at the time? |
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03-14-2011, 08:58 PM | #130 | |
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b: If you read the official response from BMW on Warranty and Importing to Canada, they can deny you warranty claims if not followed. I have come across stories from both sides, some having no issues and others with issues. It would appear it depends on the Dealership. Again, my perspective is that I don't feel comfortable in gambling the warranty status for cars for my clients. If you want to take the risk, that is your personal choice. If my client wanted to take the risk, that is their choice. My experience is that they do not. I don't' understand your other point, can you please clarify what you mean by, "why should i be penalized for buying a car in the US where I was living at the time?" Did you own the US vehicle in the US while you were an American Citizen? Now you have moved to Canada and have brought this vehicle with you? Cheers, |
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03-14-2011, 09:04 PM | #131 | |
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http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...5&aff=national well, I'm not telling them that I immigrated to Canada and then bought a used BMW --- I will show them my old US driver's license if so be to prove I am American and had the car BEFORE immigrating here Hey....anything to save a buck, right? On a little more serious note: If i buy a used car, with 30k miles and 1yr of warranty left on it, I'm best off saving as much money on the purchase because the factory warranty is only good for a little while. That's not worth arguing with BMW Canada wankers (can always go to Buffalo for that 1yr). The extended warranty: well, they have to honor that here anyways because I'm going to be paying someone else for that anyways, right? |
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03-14-2011, 09:37 PM | #132 | |
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That being said you would be responsible for when importing it: (assuming complete parity) 6.1% Duty $1647 Excise Tax $100 $28,747 + HST +RIV Fee of $195 If you try the "show license" trick to the dealer, they will most likely call your bluff when the search the VIN. Also, I would consider keeping your plans to yourself as this is a public forum. On the note about the warranty, I would try to confirm the warranty status with them. No CPO or Extended Warranty will survive the export to Canada. You could buy an extended warranty here, but it would have to be 3rd party as BMW does not offer BMW extended coverage in Canada for this year of vehicle to my knowledge. If there were some 328xi Coupes in the CDN Auction Pipeline, I could take a stab at getting you what you are looking for, but right now there are only 2011, 2010, and 2008 328xi sedans that would be worth looking at. Cheers, |
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