DLL58 said:
My .02, Buyers should talk to US Customs. That's where the ultimate answer is, rather than shipping companies. Info from other sites suggest that the extra Tariffs could be applicable here.
Canada is not the only Country facing the new Trump Tariffs. Germany, and most vehicle producing Countries are facing new Tariffs as well. It's all a moving target. Onus on Buyer to be certain of their specific situation.
I hope you're correct on the Tariffs Situation. I recently received the following from another Collector Car Auction Site that I follow. (Buyers, of course, need to do their own due diligence. ) President Trump’s announcement of a sweeping 25% tariff on automobiles has sent shockwaves through the collector car community on both sides of the border. Scheduled to take effect on April 3, 2025, the new tariffs are designed to boost U.S. domestic production but initially made no exceptions for classic cars. Just as enthusiasts braced for a harsh blow to their passion, a last-minute exemption brought welcome relief—vehicles at least 25 years old will continue to face only the standard 2.5% duty, avoiding the steep 25% surcharge. For Canadian collector car owners looking to sell their prized vehicles to U.S. buyers, this exemption is a major win. Classic cars 25 years or older remain exempt from the 25% tariff, keeping lucrative cross-border transactions alive and well. However, sellers with newer enthusiast cars—(those less than 25 years old)—now face a significant disadvantage when targeting U.S. buyers. With a hefty 25% price increase looming, these vehicles are far more likely to stay in Canada, creating an exciting and exclusive opportunity for domestic buyers and sellers. Some examples of popular models affected by this tariff include: * BMW M3 & M5 (2001 - Present) * Porsche 911 (2001 - Present) * Nissan GT-R (R35) (2007 - Present) * Subaru WRX / WRX STI (2000 - Present) * Audi RS4, RS6, R8 (2006 - Present) * Mercedes-AMG Models (C63, E63, SLS, GT) (2008 - Present) With U.S. tariffs reshaping the collector car market, It remains unclear whether the new 25% tariff will apply to U.S.-spec vehicles that are less than 25 years old and are being re-imported into the U.S. For example, a 2007 Audi RS4 originally sold new in the U.S., exported to Canada, and now returning to the U.S. faces an uncertain tariff status. While official guidance is lacking, current information suggests that the new 25% tariff will likely still apply to these vehicles upon re-importation.
I think, potential US Buyers would want to check with US Customs regarding the new 25% Tariffs. Everything I've read says, that now, only cars over 25 years old are exempt on importation from Canada
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
DLL58 said:
My .02, Buyers should talk to US Customs. That's where the ultimate answer is, rather than shipping companies. Info from other sites suggest that the extra Tariffs could be applicable here.2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
DLL58 said:
Canada is not the only Country facing the new Trump Tariffs. Germany, and most vehicle producing Countries are facing new Tariffs as well. It's all a moving target. Onus on Buyer to be certain of their specific situation.2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
DLL58 said:
I hope you're correct on the Tariffs Situation. I recently received the following from another Collector Car Auction Site that I follow. (Buyers, of course, need to do their own due diligence. ) President Trump’s announcement of a sweeping 25% tariff on automobiles has sent shockwaves through the collector car community on both sides of the border. Scheduled to take effect on April 3, 2025, the new tariffs are designed to boost U.S. domestic production but initially made no exceptions for classic cars. Just as enthusiasts braced for a harsh blow to their passion, a last-minute exemption brought welcome relief—vehicles at least 25 years old will continue to face only the standard 2.5% duty, avoiding the steep 25% surcharge. For Canadian collector car owners looking to sell their prized vehicles to U.S. buyers, this exemption is a major win. Classic cars 25 years or older remain exempt from the 25% tariff, keeping lucrative cross-border transactions alive and well. However, sellers with newer enthusiast cars—(those less than 25 years old)—now face a significant disadvantage when targeting U.S. buyers. With a hefty 25% price increase looming, these vehicles are far more likely to stay in Canada, creating an exciting and exclusive opportunity for domestic buyers and sellers. Some examples of popular models affected by this tariff include: * BMW M3 & M5 (2001 - Present) * Porsche 911 (2001 - Present) * Nissan GT-R (R35) (2007 - Present) * Subaru WRX / WRX STI (2000 - Present) * Audi RS4, RS6, R8 (2006 - Present) * Mercedes-AMG Models (C63, E63, SLS, GT) (2008 - Present) With U.S. tariffs reshaping the collector car market, It remains unclear whether the new 25% tariff will apply to U.S.-spec vehicles that are less than 25 years old and are being re-imported into the U.S. For example, a 2007 Audi RS4 originally sold new in the U.S., exported to Canada, and now returning to the U.S. faces an uncertain tariff status. While official guidance is lacking, current information suggests that the new 25% tariff will likely still apply to these vehicles upon re-importation.2008 Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG
DLL58 said:
I think, potential US Buyers would want to check with US Customs regarding the new 25% Tariffs. Everything I've read says, that now, only cars over 25 years old are exempt on importation from Canada