Importing a classic from US to Canada

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Importing a classic from US to Canada

Postby fastback » Tue Sep 08, 2009 3:24 pm

Ok - I've done my research, just looking to confirm with someone's recent experience.
To bring in a bike (much older than 15years) from the US to Ontario, I need to:
    1. Fax ownership and bill of sale to US customs 72 hours before the bike crosses (with me on my trailer)
    2. Take stamped paperwork to Canada customs - pay them
    3. register bike at MTO at my leisure

Does that sound right? Looking for any thoughts or comments on the process.

Thanks,
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Re: Importing a classic from US to Canada

Postby coldcommandocafe » Tue Sep 15, 2009 5:10 pm

That is correct. Make sure you call US border to confirm they received paperwork. If its a bad fax or something goes wrong your new ride will site there for three days. Don't forget about the RIV you will need to do that as well. Good luck
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Re: Importing a classic from US to Canada

Postby fastback » Tue Sep 15, 2009 6:58 pm

Thanks - got back last night with two bikes on the trailer.
The Fax I sent in was ok - the Fax the the seller sent in for the second bike didn't materialize in the folder. The agent was nice but not too thorough, I spotted my Fax as he was closing the folder! So I wouldn't be surprised if they just lost or misplaced, or didn't see the second one.
I decided to just declare the second bike for spare parts. It's a '66 barn find and I think I'll be able to get a title on it with some creativity; RIV only applies to 15yrs or younger.
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