2001 German Cars Now 25-Year Eligible: E46 M3, 996 GT3 & E39 M5
By Alex Naumov on October 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Every January, a new group of cars crosses the 25-year eligibility threshold for US import. In 2026, that group includes three of the most sought-after German performance cars of the early 2000s: the BMW E46 M3, the Porsche 996 GT3, and the BMW E39 M5.
1999 JDM Imports Now Legal: 2024–2026 Models, Values, Eligibility
By Alex Naumov on October 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM
For a long time, certain JDM legends were talked about more than they were actually seen on US roads. The 25‑year rule has started to change that in a very visible way.
1987 Buick Grand National and GNX: Values, What to Check, and What It Takes to Import One | 2026 Guide
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on September 29, 2026 at 11:16 AM
On September 27, 2026, a 30-mile 1987 Buick GNX sold on Bring a Trailer for $427,000. The same car, number 450 of 547, sold on the same site for $200,000 in June 2024. A regular 1987 Grand National still averages about $50,000 on classic.com. Two black Regals from the same year, one e …
How Much Does It Cost to Import a Car from Japan to the US in 2026?
By Alex Naumov on September 15, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Updated September 15, 2026 to reflect the Section 301 duties that replaced the 10% surcharge on July 24, 2026, the 15% Section 232 rate on modern Japanese cars, and the 2001 model year entering the 25-year window. A 25-year-old JDM classic clears US customs at 12.5% duty in 2026. A mo …
What Duties Do I Pay Today on Classic Car Imports?
By Alex Naumov on July 24, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Updated August 6, 2026. The Section 122 surcharge expired on July 24 and new Section 301 duties took effect. This article reflects CBP's implementation notice, CSMS #69326983.
Ship Your Military Car to South Korea: 2026 PCS Guide
By Dan Burkandt on July 22, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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A PCS to Korea moves your household across nine time zones, and your car is the piece with the most rules attached. The good news: if your orders authorize it, the government ships one vehicle for free. This guide covers how that entitlement works in 2026, what it does not cover, and …
Guatemala Car Shipping Documents Checklist for 2026 Imports
By Alex Naumov on May 11, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Shipping a car to Guatemala from the United States involves more paperwork than most people expect. The documentation requirements span both the U.S. export side and the Guatemalan import side, and a single missing document can delay customs clearance by days or longer. This checklist …
Vehicle Shipping Case Studies: Wholesale, Classics & Relocations
By Alex Naumov on May 7, 2026 at 1:43 PM
West Coast Shipping handles vehicle logistics across a wide range of situations -- from wholesale dealers moving hundreds of units a year to individuals shipping a single car across an ocean for the first time. What these cases have in common is complexity: multiple moving parts, tigh …
Ship Cars To El Salvador 2026: Complete Guide & Requirements
By Alex Naumov on May 1, 2026 at 7:50 AM
Shipping a car to El Salvador from the United States involves navigating specific customs regulations and documentation requirements. Whether you're relocating, buying a vehicle from a U.S. auction, or importing for commercial purposes, understanding El Salvador's current import regul …
Can I Ship Salvage Cars To El Salvador? 2026 Complete Guide
By Alex Naumov on May 1, 2026 at 7:41 AM
Shipping a salvage car to El Salvador presents unique challenges and restrictions that potential importers must carefully consider before purchasing damaged vehicles from U.S. auctions. While the prospect of importing a salvage vehicle may seem financially attractive, El Salvador's st …