Importing from USA.
08-12-2008, 05:57 PM
#31
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Location: Port Moody
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Re: Importing from USA.
Pfft i just jumped it. yeah with the 04 and up i believe you have to use VAG com... under that... JUMPING THE RELAY.
With Riv i contacted them waited a day literally, faxed it to them said i need it asap please and thankyou. got it back went into crappy tire and failed... Stupid CV Boots, and Batt Tie down. Next time around found a universal tiedown at crappy tire, Its got nascar on the package and its in red... Its to hold the base of the batt down.. if you need an idea id be more then happy to take a picture.
With Riv i contacted them waited a day literally, faxed it to them said i need it asap please and thankyou. got it back went into crappy tire and failed... Stupid CV Boots, and Batt Tie down. Next time around found a universal tiedown at crappy tire, Its got nascar on the package and its in red... Its to hold the base of the batt down.. if you need an idea id be more then happy to take a picture.
08-17-2008, 02:01 PM
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08-18-2008, 06:13 PM
#35
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Re: Importing from USA.
I'm sure now that half the world is full of complete a-holes and the other half (excluding Audi owner and the like) are the next thing to brain dead. CDN Tire passed me when I should have failed. I told Ozzie the story but we need not advertise. I'm now waiting for my OPI on Wed and the second I'm done there I'll be back at the speed shop that did my DRL's and I'll be an unpleasant fellow for a few minutes (I'll wait until he undoes what he did) and then I'll leave never to return.
The local Audi dealership treated me like a piece of crap and I'll never darken their door again. The speed shop I went to said that many importers run into the same "nose up" treatment probably from a guy that roles in a (pick a car) and has never owned an Audi or anything like it. This is BS and a fairly concise letter will soon be on it's way to Audi of America. I love the car but do in fact hate the hassles and treatment. All I wanted was some fun and games!
The local Audi dealership treated me like a piece of crap and I'll never darken their door again. The speed shop I went to said that many importers run into the same "nose up" treatment probably from a guy that roles in a (pick a car) and has never owned an Audi or anything like it. This is BS and a fairly concise letter will soon be on it's way to Audi of America. I love the car but do in fact hate the hassles and treatment. All I wanted was some fun and games!
08-18-2008, 07:39 PM
#36
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Ajax, Ontario
Posts: 242
Re: Importing from USA.
When you write that letter to Audi Canada/of America mention my name too: Max Martin!
I have promised AUDI that I will not buy another vehicle with their emblem on it!!!
Just the way I feel!
I have promised AUDI that I will not buy another vehicle with their emblem on it!!!
Just the way I feel!
I'm sure now that half the world is full of complete a-holes and the other half (excluding Audi owner and the like) are the next thing to brain dead. CDN Tire passed me when I should have failed. I told Ozzie the story but we need not advertise. I'm now waiting for my OPI on Wed and the second I'm done there I'll be back at the speed shop that did my DRL's and I'll be an unpleasant fellow for a few minutes (I'll wait until he undoes what he did) and then I'll leave never to return.
The local Audi dealership treated me like a piece of crap and I'll never darken their door again. The speed shop I went to said that many importers run into the same "nose up" treatment probably from a guy that roles in a (pick a car) and has never owned an Audi or anything like it. This is BS and a fairly concise letter will soon be on it's way to Audi of America. I love the car but do in fact hate the hassles and treatment. All I wanted was some fun and games!
The local Audi dealership treated me like a piece of crap and I'll never darken their door again. The speed shop I went to said that many importers run into the same "nose up" treatment probably from a guy that roles in a (pick a car) and has never owned an Audi or anything like it. This is BS and a fairly concise letter will soon be on it's way to Audi of America. I love the car but do in fact hate the hassles and treatment. All I wanted was some fun and games!
08-29-2008, 08:43 PM
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Re: Importing from USA.
I have now imported and registered my A3 and managed to find someone with VAG-COM locally who was willing to help switch on the DRLs. This literally took 5 minutes and the local Audi dealerships wanted to charge $300+tax. I guess I'll be taking my car to the US for servicing now. 
The most frustrating part of the process was waiting over a week for RIV to send the Form 2 while my new Audi was sat in the garage unable to be driven. Overall it was well worthwhile and I'm happy with the car and my decision to import. I still don't know how Audi USA can legally refuse to sell Canadians new cars though.
The most frustrating part of the process was waiting over a week for RIV to send the Form 2 while my new Audi was sat in the garage unable to be driven. Overall it was well worthwhile and I'm happy with the car and my decision to import. I still don't know how Audi USA can legally refuse to sell Canadians new cars though.
09-13-2008, 12:52 PM
#39
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Re: Importing from USA.
Happy to say that my 06 Brilliant Red A4 has arrived!!
As for the import process,I didnt find it that hard.The veh arrived with the form 1 and title.I faxed those off to the RIV,and recd my form 2 the next day!
I went to the registries,got my oopi form(although some places request the federal insp done 1st before they will give out the OOPI).Next moring crappy tire did the oop and federal,$150.00.My DRLs were activated by westside auto using a vag-com.No other prob's,car passed and is on the road!
On a side note,my 01 1.8T was awesome,but the 2.0t...crazy!!!!!!!!!!
Just thought I would share my experience.
As for the import process,I didnt find it that hard.The veh arrived with the form 1 and title.I faxed those off to the RIV,and recd my form 2 the next day!
I went to the registries,got my oopi form(although some places request the federal insp done 1st before they will give out the OOPI).Next moring crappy tire did the oop and federal,$150.00.My DRLs were activated by westside auto using a vag-com.No other prob's,car passed and is on the road!
On a side note,my 01 1.8T was awesome,but the 2.0t...crazy!!!!!!!!!!
Just thought I would share my experience.
11-04-2008, 07:46 AM
#40
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Albama
Posts: 25
Re: Importing from USA.
These are certain things u will need to help you out with car imports
Numbers
you'll need
Registrar of Imported Vehicles
1-888-848-8240
Fax: (416) 626-0366
info@riv.ca
Hours of service
Mon. to Fri.: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight (EST)
Sat. and Sun.: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST)
Canada Border Services Agency
In Canada: 1-800-461-9999 (English) ; 1-800-959-2036 (French)
Outside Canada: (506) 636-5064 (English) ; (506) 636-5067 (French)
Welcome to the Canada Border Services Agency | Bienvenue à l'Agence des services frontaliers du Canada
Transport Canada
In Canada: 1-800-333-0371
Outside Canada: (613) 998-8616
Fax: (613) 998-4831
Welcome Page | Page d'accueil
And here r a few self help guides for ur help in importing cars
Import Car To Canada! » How to Import a Car, Truck, Van, Motorcycle or Passenger Vehicle into Canada
how to import
Numbers
you'll need
Registrar of Imported Vehicles
1-888-848-8240
Fax: (416) 626-0366
info@riv.ca
Hours of service
Mon. to Fri.: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight (EST)
Sat. and Sun.: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST)
Canada Border Services Agency
In Canada: 1-800-461-9999 (English) ; 1-800-959-2036 (French)
Outside Canada: (506) 636-5064 (English) ; (506) 636-5067 (French)
Welcome to the Canada Border Services Agency | Bienvenue à l'Agence des services frontaliers du Canada
Transport Canada
In Canada: 1-800-333-0371
Outside Canada: (613) 998-8616
Fax: (613) 998-4831
Welcome Page | Page d'accueil
And here r a few self help guides for ur help in importing cars
Import Car To Canada! » How to Import a Car, Truck, Van, Motorcycle or Passenger Vehicle into Canada
how to import
