Not sure if I've ever posted anything here before, I read all the time just never felt like I had much to add I guess. I live in Colorado, have an 02 Wrangler and a 15 Crosstrek, don't do any crazy overlanding but like the idea behind it. Have a wife and a couple kids, love going wheeling, hiking, camping, whatever to spend some time outside, by myself or with the family.
Anyways, that's not really the point of this post. I've decided I want to import a Hilux. I've looked at all my options available here in the states, and just want to do it. I'm sure there are plenty of arguments for going with a Tacoma, or whatever other platform more readily available, but I've made my decision. Part of my enjoyment with cars is having something unique- I also own a 1980 AMC Spirt and a 1984 Moto Guzzi V65 SP. I like different stuff and want the experience of importing something.
Has anyone here imported a vehicle themselves? I'm probably 6 months out from being ready to pull the trigger, and I'm just trying to get as much info as I can. Internet searches are hit or miss. There are plenty of companies out there- either importers here in the states or Japanese auction/car sales sites. It's hard to make sure you're not being scammed, that the company is real, and that what you see is what you get. Clearly there's some risk involved in this process, but if I can hear from someone who used Company X, then that gives me a little more confidence.
Anyways, that's not really the point of this post. I've decided I want to import a Hilux. I've looked at all my options available here in the states, and just want to do it. I'm sure there are plenty of arguments for going with a Tacoma, or whatever other platform more readily available, but I've made my decision. Part of my enjoyment with cars is having something unique- I also own a 1980 AMC Spirt and a 1984 Moto Guzzi V65 SP. I like different stuff and want the experience of importing something.
Has anyone here imported a vehicle themselves? I'm probably 6 months out from being ready to pull the trigger, and I'm just trying to get as much info as I can. Internet searches are hit or miss. There are plenty of companies out there- either importers here in the states or Japanese auction/car sales sites. It's hard to make sure you're not being scammed, that the company is real, and that what you see is what you get. Clearly there's some risk involved in this process, but if I can hear from someone who used Company X, then that gives me a little more confidence.