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Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys
in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28 Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess. ;) mike hunt TomP wrote: > > Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US. > Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or service > support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray market car. > > dano wrote: > > > Hello, > > I was curious if anyone has looked into the pros/cons of buying an > > automobile across the border in Canada and bringing it into the USA? I live > > in Seattle so that's not very far... > > > > A friend of ours said they know a couple that have done it... hopefully it > > was worth it in not being much trouble, and cost-savings? > > > > Anyone know anything on this, have an experience or know where to get some > > more information on this? > > I would suspect that once you came into the country with it... lets say > > Canada for example... you would have (x) amount of days to pay the taxes and > > perhaps get some emmisions test or something and all that??? > > > > Thanks > > Dano > > -- > > Tp > > -------- __o > ----- -\<. ------ __o > --- ( ) / ( ) ---- -\<. > ----------------- ( ) / ( ) > --------------------------------------------- > > Freedom is not free; Free men are not equal; Equal men are not free. |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and don't bend over. :o) ..eHunt2@mailcity.com wrote: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28 > Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has > to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess. ;) > > > mike hunt > > > > TomP wrote: >> >> Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US. >> Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or >> service support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray >> market car. >> >> dano wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> I was curious if anyone has looked into the pros/cons of buying an >>> automobile across the border in Canada and bringing it into the >>> USA? I live in Seattle so that's not very far... >>> >>> A friend of ours said they know a couple that have done it... >>> hopefully it was worth it in not being much trouble, and >>> cost-savings? >>> >>> Anyone know anything on this, have an experience or know where to >>> get some more information on this? >>> I would suspect that once you came into the country with it... lets >>> say Canada for example... you would have (x) amount of days to pay >>> the taxes and perhaps get some emmisions test or something and all >>> that??? >>> >>> Thanks >>> Dano >> >> -- >> >> Tp >> >> -------- __o >> ----- -\<. ------ __o >> --- ( ) / ( ) ---- -\<. >> ----------------- ( ) / ( ) >> --------------------------------------------- >> >> Freedom is not free; Free men are not equal; Equal men are not free. |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and don't bend over. :o) ..eHunt2@mailcity.com wrote: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28 > Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has > to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess. ;) > > > mike hunt > > > > TomP wrote: >> >> Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US. >> Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or >> service support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray >> market car. >> >> dano wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> I was curious if anyone has looked into the pros/cons of buying an >>> automobile across the border in Canada and bringing it into the >>> USA? I live in Seattle so that's not very far... >>> >>> A friend of ours said they know a couple that have done it... >>> hopefully it was worth it in not being much trouble, and >>> cost-savings? >>> >>> Anyone know anything on this, have an experience or know where to >>> get some more information on this? >>> I would suspect that once you came into the country with it... lets >>> say Canada for example... you would have (x) amount of days to pay >>> the taxes and perhaps get some emmisions test or something and all >>> that??? >>> >>> Thanks >>> Dano >> >> -- >> >> Tp >> >> -------- __o >> ----- -\<. ------ __o >> --- ( ) / ( ) ---- -\<. >> ----------------- ( ) / ( ) >> --------------------------------------------- >> >> Freedom is not free; Free men are not equal; Equal men are not free. |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and don't bend over. :o) ..eHunt2@mailcity.com wrote: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28 > Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has > to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess. ;) > > > mike hunt > > > > TomP wrote: >> >> Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US. >> Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or >> service support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray >> market car. >> >> dano wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> I was curious if anyone has looked into the pros/cons of buying an >>> automobile across the border in Canada and bringing it into the >>> USA? I live in Seattle so that's not very far... >>> >>> A friend of ours said they know a couple that have done it... >>> hopefully it was worth it in not being much trouble, and >>> cost-savings? >>> >>> Anyone know anything on this, have an experience or know where to >>> get some more information on this? >>> I would suspect that once you came into the country with it... lets >>> say Canada for example... you would have (x) amount of days to pay >>> the taxes and perhaps get some emmisions test or something and all >>> that??? >>> >>> Thanks >>> Dano >> >> -- >> >> Tp >> >> -------- __o >> ----- -\<. ------ __o >> --- ( ) / ( ) ---- -\<. >> ----------------- ( ) / ( ) >> --------------------------------------------- >> >> Freedom is not free; Free men are not equal; Equal men are not free. |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
Canadian dollar now stronger keep coming back with those Murcan $$$ they
spend real good here. Two things to remember however-- count your change and don't bend over. :o) ..eHunt2@mailcity.com wrote: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. At that time an American $20 would get you $28 > Canadian, at a bank, even after the exchange fee. Somebody has > to pay for that 'free' medical care I guess. ;) > > > mike hunt > > > > TomP wrote: >> >> Pro: may be cheaper, may have amenities not available in US. >> Con: No support for 'gray market' cars from AHM, i.e. warranty or >> service support. Dealer service may be less than expected on gray >> market car. >> >> dano wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> I was curious if anyone has looked into the pros/cons of buying an >>> automobile across the border in Canada and bringing it into the >>> USA? I live in Seattle so that's not very far... >>> >>> A friend of ours said they know a couple that have done it... >>> hopefully it was worth it in not being much trouble, and >>> cost-savings? >>> >>> Anyone know anything on this, have an experience or know where to >>> get some more information on this? >>> I would suspect that once you came into the country with it... lets >>> say Canada for example... you would have (x) amount of days to pay >>> the taxes and perhaps get some emmisions test or something and all >>> that??? >>> >>> Thanks >>> Dano >> >> -- >> >> Tp >> >> -------- __o >> ----- -\<. ------ __o >> --- ( ) / ( ) ---- -\<. >> ----------------- ( ) / ( ) >> --------------------------------------------- >> >> Freedom is not free; Free men are not equal; Equal men are not free. |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
<MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. Smart tourists claim back the GST. Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
<MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. Smart tourists claim back the GST. Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
<MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. Smart tourists claim back the GST. Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
<MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. Smart tourists claim back the GST. Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
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news:L64Ib.239031$%TO.47161@twister01.bloor.is.net .cable.rogers.com: > > <MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message > news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... >> Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys >> in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for >> hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was >> about a 15% tax on everything. > > Smart tourists claim back the GST. > > Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international airports within Canada. -- TeGGeR® |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
"Stephen Bigelow" <sbigelowPOV@rogers.com> spake unto the masses in
news:L64Ib.239031$%TO.47161@twister01.bloor.is.net .cable.rogers.com: > > <MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message > news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... >> Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys >> in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for >> hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was >> about a 15% tax on everything. > > Smart tourists claim back the GST. > > Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international airports within Canada. -- TeGGeR® |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
"Stephen Bigelow" <sbigelowPOV@rogers.com> spake unto the masses in
news:L64Ib.239031$%TO.47161@twister01.bloor.is.net .cable.rogers.com: > > <MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message > news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... >> Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys >> in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for >> hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was >> about a 15% tax on everything. > > Smart tourists claim back the GST. > > Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international airports within Canada. -- TeGGeR® |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
"Stephen Bigelow" <sbigelowPOV@rogers.com> spake unto the masses in
news:L64Ib.239031$%TO.47161@twister01.bloor.is.net .cable.rogers.com: > > <MikeHunt2@mailcity.com> wrote in message > news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com... >> Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys >> in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for >> hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US and there was >> about a 15% tax on everything. > > Smart tourists claim back the GST. > > Funny *you* wouldn't mention that..... Also funny he wouldn't mention that this ability to claim back the GST is broadly and loudly advertised in numerous places in all international airports within Canada. -- TeGGeR® |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
MikeHunt2@mailcity.com spake unto the masses in
news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US I don't believe you were ever in Montreal. What color is the railing at the Customs area at the airport? > and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. Bullshit, "Mike". Most places give you the exchange. There is normally a sign posted next to the cash with the current US exchange on it. It's 1.30 as I write. Montreal is a wonderful city. Way better than Toronto. And with better drivers, too. -- TeGGeR® |
Re: Question on Buying a Car in Canada
MikeHunt2@mailcity.com spake unto the masses in
news:3FF0878E.2CD8DD12@mailcity.com: > Don't forget the extremely high use taxes on everything one buys > in Canada. Last summer when I was in Montreal the prices for > hotels and food were 10 to 20% more than the US I don't believe you were ever in Montreal. What color is the railing at the Customs area at the airport? > and there was > about a 15% tax on everything. They charge 3% more if one paid > in American dollars or used a US credit card. Some places even > would not give you change for American dollars. If the bill was > for say $20 Canadian they would take an American $20 but not give > you any change. Bullshit, "Mike". Most places give you the exchange. There is normally a sign posted next to the cash with the current US exchange on it. It's 1.30 as I write. Montreal is a wonderful city. Way better than Toronto. And with better drivers, too. -- TeGGeR® |
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