ANY import that is bonded and released has the proper EPA and DOT exemption documents. Count on it. Those two documents, the customs 7501, and the foreign registration and bill of sale are "surrendered" to the DMV in most states for a title. I always get the client two sets of originals so that there is still a set of originals to pass on to future owners.
A vehicle is only subject to destruction if upon denial of entry/and seizure the importer/owner doesn't fight/petition to have the truck enter. In this instance Customs will usually asses a fine and allow/require the vehicle to be exported.
I know the 99 td5 on ebay, know who imported it, and how, and wish I could replicate it myself. That said, I won't ruin that individuals ability to do it again by discussing it here. Suffice it to say if I can't do it, nor can you.
Last edited by Maryland 110; 05-11-2011 at 04:50 PM.
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