Importing an item from from the UK

Lagunae92 · 06-21-2010, 04:17 PM

Hi, I am wondering if anybody has had experience with importing expensive items from the UK. I am looking to get an exhaust imported, and want to know if there are any taxes and/or duties I will have to pay. the price there is significantly lower than here, and the shipping would take care of CA sales tax as well. Thanks for any help!

3XTR3M3 · 06-21-2010, 04:53 PM

description: scrap metal

value: $50

Lagunae92 · 06-21-2010, 10:18 PM

touche

alpina527 · 06-22-2010, 02:33 AM

A $50 scrap metal description on a $5k exhaust isn't such a wise move when it comes to insuring the package.

I recently shipped a used Akra exhaust to USA and as far as I know there were no extra charges added when it reached Washington.

It might be the fact that it was a used item that it didn't incur any charges.

M3 vert · 06-22-2010, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by alpina527

A $50 scrap metal description on a $5k exhaust isn't such a wise move when it comes to insuring the package.

I recently shipped a used Akra exhaust to USA and as far as I know there were no extra charges added when it reached Washington.

It might be the fact that it was a used item that it didn't incur any charges.

how about importing for short term a used vehicle to the UK

Lagunae92 · 06-22-2010, 11:06 AM

The shipping is insured as well, so I am not sure how the paperwork would line up...

M3Fool · 06-22-2010, 11:29 AM

Ummmm go down to your local Post Office and ASK, just sayin'

Vinja · 06-22-2010, 12:37 PM

If you exhaust all other options, I live in spain and you can have them ship it to me, and then I will forward it through the USPS. May be illegal though lol

alpina527 · 06-22-2010, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Lagunae92

The shipping is insured as well, so I am not sure how the paperwork would line up...

The customs dept aren't stupid. If they see a package value of $50 with an insured value of $4 or $5k they will haul you in with a big fine. Is the exhaust new or used?

pm me and I will see if the Guy I shipped mine to will hook up with you to see if he had to pay any charges.

I stated the correct amount on the ticket and insured for the same amount.

M3Fool · 06-22-2010, 01:15 PM

Not sure how they are in the States these days.... I do know that you would be better off killing someone over here in Germany, than messing with duty or import taxes.

donovan · 06-22-2010, 01:37 PM

What the issue. Its an exhaust get that shit shipped to you.

jrlee53 · 06-22-2010, 01:46 PM

What kind of exhaust is it? Must be special if coming from UK.

3XTR3M3 · 06-22-2010, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by alpina527

The customs dept aren't stupid. If they see a package value of $50 with an insured value of $4 or $5k they will haul you in with a big fine. Is the exhaust new or used?

pm me and I will see if the Guy I shipped mine to will hook up with you to see if he had to pay any charges.

I stated the correct amount on the ticket and insured for the same amount.

I lol'd. I would definitely not put full value. or half value. or even a quarter of the value. $50 was not meant to be taken literally but since you did, I would highly suggest hiring professional help when getting things shipped.

If you think customs is going to give a shit if you put $250-500 for value and used car exhaust as a description, you must, absolutely MUST tell me where you get your weed.

positiveions · 06-22-2010, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 3XTR3M3

description: scrap metal

value: $50

or aluminum foil: 3.99 . hope that helps

3XTR3M3 · 06-22-2010, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by eatrach73

or aluminum foil: 3.99 . hope that helps

Better yet, Jetta: 2.49

Lagunae92 · 06-22-2010, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinja

If you exhaust all other options, I live in spain and you can have them ship it to me, and then I will forward it through the USPS. May be illegal though lol

Nice pun, and thanks for your offer. I spoke with the company and they said everything is covered and have never had a problem. It's a Tubi Style rumore exhaust.

alpina527 · 06-23-2010, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 3XTR3M3

I lol'd. I would definitely not put full value. or half value. or even a quarter of the value. $50 was not meant to be taken literally but since you did, I would highly suggest hiring professional help when getting things shipped.

If you think customs is going to give a shit if you put $250-500 for value and used car exhaust as a description, you must, absolutely MUST tell me where you get your weed.

So what are you saying here?

You would put a $50 value on the scrap metal exhaust, but insure it for the full amount?

Or don't you advise insuring a $5k exhaust?

donovan · 06-23-2010, 06:31 AM

Ok so arent people importing these exhaust as it is...ask other small companies how they do it. I never put a value on my shit when I ship it from Germany.

EDIT: I check the "gift" box on the "what is inside it"

Donbona · 06-23-2010, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Lagunae92

Nice pun, and thanks for your offer. I spoke with the company and they said everything is covered and have never had a problem. It's a Tubi Style rumore exhaust.

Are you getting it from Evolve??

positiveions · 06-23-2010, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 3XTR3M3

Better yet, Jetta: 2.49

used to cost that much; not anymore

. Nothing is cheap anymore

positiveions · 06-23-2010, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3XTR3M3

Better yet, Jetta: 2.49

used to cost that much; not anymore

. Nothing is cheap anymore
OP, what if you tell the company to write: warranty replacement.

Lagunae92 · 06-23-2010, 12:45 PM

From Scuderia Systems...they assure me there is no problem with importing it. It will not say Tubi or BMW on it and it WILL say replacement muffler on it, which, really, it is.

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Lagunae92 Captain 75 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	The shipping is insured as well, so I am not sure how the paperwork would line up... __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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M3Fool Loves FFDP 50 Rep 781 Posts Drives: 11 E90 M3 SOLD 11 5.0 'Stang Join Date: May 2010 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Ummmm go down to your local Post Office and ASK, just sayin' __________________ Glory may be fleeting, but mediocrity ensures anonymity...
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donovan Brigadier General 371 Rep 4,167 Posts Drives: R8 - Ford Raptor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: National iTrader: (17)	Ok so arent people importing these exhaust as it is...ask other small companies how they do it. I never put a value on my shit when I ship it from Germany. EDIT: I check the "gift" box on the "what is inside it" __________________ Audi R8 v10 Ford Raptor m3e46freak@yahoo.comfor all euro parts!! ebay/craigslist verified/ m3post/e46fanantics/m3forum/zpost/bimmerforum
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Lagunae92 Captain 75 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	From Scuderia Systems...they assure me there is no problem with importing it. It will not say Tubi or BMW on it and it WILL say replacement muffler on it, which, really, it is. __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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