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ambitiousCK · 11-29-2010, 02:04 AM

Anybody know how difficult it would be to import one of them to the US. To my knowledge there left hand drive and dont have any troubles like R34's.

To those who dont know....

-5.0 Twin turbo V10 (derived from the 5.2 out of the gallardo)
-580hp & 480 lb ft.
-15.5" 6 piston Carbon cermanic brake set up (15.5" 4 piston rear)

Any importing info would be nice, yes its very expensive but as far as my ultimate cars go its up there with the R34 ($100,000+ for essentially a kit car), C63 AMG (most sensible), and a Supra. Thanks!

abrok99 · 11-29-2010, 02:26 AM

correct me if im wrong but the problem with importing cars isnt that they're RHD its that the goverment saftey ratings are different. or in this case since the US have never had the rs6 avant they're non-existent. but like i said i can be way off.

ambitiousCK · 11-29-2010, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by abrok99

correct me if im wrong but the problem with importing cars isnt that they're RHD its that the goverment saftey ratings are different. or in this case since the US have never had the rs6 avant they're non-existent. but like i said i can be way off.

And emissions, but i was curious as to if they are made like the USDM Audis and such.

jpalamar · 11-29-2010, 10:55 AM

They weren't crash tested so I doubt you could get one over here legally with the DOT.

Scapegoat · 11-29-2010, 11:18 AM

swap vin's with an s6

ambitiousCK · 11-29-2010, 12:02 PM

Yea im just curious as to if i would even be able to get one into the US, its too bad that the US doesnt get the good stuff lol

deb38 · 11-29-2010, 12:04 PM

Talk to AutoSpeed Performance in NJ. They specialize in audi tuning, and a good buddy of theirs has imported several cars to the U.S.

ambitiousCK · 11-29-2010, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by deb38

Talk to AutoSpeed Performance in NJ. They specialize in audi tuning, and a good buddy of theirs has imported several cars to the U.S.

ahaaaaaa good news

itwillboost · 11-29-2010, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by abrok99

correct me if im wrong but the problem with importing cars isnt that they're RHD its that the goverment saftey ratings are different. or in this case since the US have never had the rs6 avant they're non-existent. but like i said i can be way off.

Your correct that's the issue so the price to federally bond one would probably be the same.

evomike · 11-29-2010, 10:41 PM

Theese are on the list of cars that can legally be imported I believe, I could be wrong but I think it could be done easily for alot of money.

ambitiousCK · 11-30-2010, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by evomike

Theese are on the list of cars that can legally be imported I believe, I could be wrong but I think it could be done easily for alot of money.

Thanks for the info

ndubz · 11-30-2010, 12:17 AM

I actually just discussed this with a VW/Audi representative. My parents would be very interested in the new Toureg 5.0L V8 Diesel but they only offer the bitchy V6 diesel here. And we also inquired about getting a german spec S4 Avant here, and even though it is a body that has been crash tested here and an engine that is already here in the country in the sedan, it would still cost around $15-20k in various fees and conversions on the vehicle (mostly programming **** lol) the representative told us.

Im with u though, having the V10TT RS6 here would be BAD ASS. But unless ur made of ALOT of money, ur better off just getting something that is here legally sadly

WolfsFang · 11-30-2010, 12:19 AM

from what this site says (http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/import/ELIG010906.html) they are legal to import to the USA. GL!

ambitiousCK · 11-30-2010, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ndubz

I actually just discussed this with a VW/Audi representative. My parents would be very interested in the new Toureg 5.0L V8 Diesel but they only offer the bitchy V6 diesel here. And we also inquired about getting a german spec S4 Avant here, and even though it is a body that has been crash tested here and an engine that is already here in the country in the sedan, it would still cost around $15-20k in various fees and conversions on the vehicle (mostly programming **** lol) the representative told us.

Im with u though, having the V10TT RS6 here would be BAD ASS. But unless ur made of ALOT of money, ur better off just getting something that is here legally sadly

aint that the truth...come onnnn career lol

mx931 · 11-30-2010, 09:39 AM

you spotted my uncles cl63, just buy one of those.....its not to bad ;)

ambitiousCK · 11-30-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by mx931

you spotted my uncles cl63, just buy one of those.....its not to bad ;)

lol only AMG's id be looking at is a C63 or a CLK63 Black Series

ndubz · 11-30-2010, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ambitiousCK

lol only AMG's id be looking at is a C63 or a CLK63 Black Series

U have the money for a CLK Black series?

or are u just playing the "what if game"?

ambitiousCK · 11-30-2010, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ndubz

U have the money for a CLK Black series?

or are u just playing the "what if game"?

haha not quite, i tend to do a lot of research before buying anything so yea...want to finish the STi before im out of college then its "Money to blow" (Drake voice) lol Also you gotta love the AMG de-appreciation lol For example C63's are now into the 30's....2 year old 70k car dropped 40k

MattBear · 11-30-2010, 01:01 PM

its a shame its so difficult to import cars like this, especially when the safety card gets played.... german cars like this are built SO MUCH BETTER than US standards...
and as far as emissions go, they should be on par mostly too. i blame california CARB. thats the reason we dont have vw's AWESOME diesel that averages 71mpg...

ndubz · 11-30-2010, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ambitiousCK

haha not quite, i tend to do a lot of research before buying anything so yea...want to finish the STi before im out of college then its "Money to blow" (Drake voice) lol Also you gotta love the AMG de-appreciation lol For example C63's are now into the 30's....2 year old 70k car dropped 40k

I feel u there lol

In that case Im in a similar situation, I got my eye on the Porsche 996 Turbo after school, theyre dipping into the 30s now too, so a few years out in the working world its a serious possibility

11-29-2010, 02:04 AM	#1
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MattBear Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Blue Bell Member #16897 My Ride: 1995 Jetta VR6 iTrader: (0)	its a shame its so difficult to import cars like this, especially when the safety card gets played.... german cars like this are built SO MUCH BETTER than US standards... and as far as emissions go, they should be on par mostly too. i blame california CARB. thats the reason we dont have vw's AWESOME diesel that averages 71mpg... __________________ The Stable: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. 1995 Jetta VR6 - needs to be sold

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evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	Theese are on the list of cars that can legally be imported I believe, I could be wrong but I think it could be done easily for alot of money.

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ndubz Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: tristate area Member #6107 iTrader: (1)	I actually just discussed this with a VW/Audi representative. My parents would be very interested in the new Toureg 5.0L V8 Diesel but they only offer the bitchy V6 diesel here. And we also inquired about getting a german spec S4 Avant here, and even though it is a body that has been crash tested here and an engine that is already here in the country in the sedan, it would still cost around $15-20k in various fees and conversions on the vehicle (mostly programming **** lol) the representative told us. Im with u though, having the V10TT RS6 here would be BAD ASS. But unless ur made of ALOT of money, ur better off just getting something that is here legally sadly

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