[Z06] Importing to Canada
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: NS
I just imported an '03 Z06. The only think you have to change is the rear bumper shock absorber. It's the foam piece behind the bumper cover. The Canadian version is much denser. The part cost me just under $200. You must buy it from a GM dealer and save the original receipt.
If you are interested I can give you lots of other info as well. I had mind shipped from Orlando to Montreal for $750 - very reasonable. I hired a Broker for the border clearing, well worth it. I can give you names and numbers if you need them.
If you are interested I can give you lots of other info as well. I had mind shipped from Orlando to Montreal for $750 - very reasonable. I hired a Broker for the border clearing, well worth it. I can give you names and numbers if you need them.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: cobourg ont
Thank's Atok
Thank's Didn't know if the front bumper had to be done also. So, what's the Z like? Everything you exspected or what. I'm going to get a 04 Commemorative Edition. Had a 88 7 years ago. Have to get another one.
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Ottawa Ontario
Importing to canada
2003 and 2004's only need rear bumper mods.'05 and newer require both. I have imported 2 cars to canada, the latest being an '02 Z06 . I did not use a broker to handle the border, it is really quite easy and i don't think it is worth spending $$$ on. The biggest thing you have to do is that make sure US customs has the title (original) 72 hrs. before you bring the car across. Any other questions, let me know.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: NS
Performance is way better than I expected in all areas - braking, acceleration, handling, sound, ride quality, etc. Just an all around awesome car. Can't wait for spring!
Burning Brakes
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I love it. I only got to drive it a few times before parking it for the winter but that was enough to get a good feel for it. It makes my '95 Coupe feel like a family sedan. Performance is way better than I expected in all areas - braking, acceleration, handling, sound, ride quality, etc. Just an all around awesome car. Can't wait for spring!
Performance is way better than I expected in all areas - braking, acceleration, handling, sound, ride quality, etc. Just an all around awesome car. Can't wait for spring!
Racer
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From: Shediac New-Brunswick
When I bought my 2002 Z06 I did not have to change anything to make it legal in Canada. If you plan to imported your self make sure you know the whole process because it can be time consuming.
heres mine cant wait for the spring !
heres mine cant wait for the spring !
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: NS
Yes, 2002 and before don't need any changes. The '03 and '04 require the rear bumper absorber. This is the site you need for importing:
http://www.riv.ca
http://www.riv.ca
Melting Slicks
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Instructor
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Yes, 2002 and before don't need any changes. The '03 and '04 require the rear bumper absorber. This is the site you need for importing:
http://www.riv.ca
http://www.riv.ca
I just imported a 2004 Z06 from Cali, everything went smoothly as hell and it's now sitting in the garage with Alberta plates waiting for the snow to disappear.
Cruising
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I just imported an '03 Z06. The only think you have to change is the rear bumper shock absorber. It's the foam piece behind the bumper cover. The Canadian version is much denser. The part cost me just under $200. You must buy it from a GM dealer and save the original receipt.
If you are interested I can give you lots of other info as well. I had mind shipped from Orlando to Montreal for $750 - very reasonable. I hired a Broker for the border clearing, well worth it. I can give you names and numbers if you need them.
If you are interested I can give you lots of other info as well. I had mind shipped from Orlando to Montreal for $750 - very reasonable. I hired a Broker for the border clearing, well worth it. I can give you names and numbers if you need them.
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post this up in the canadian section. i did already. i am in the same boat as you, want a z16 as well. i guess lots of guys have done it .lots of good info and advice on this forum. plan to get mine this spring. good luck!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: NS
Actually, they don't need any modifications. The replacement pieces that went on are actually the same as the american pieces. I had the parts guys at a few Chevy dealerships in Calgary tell me that and advise me to go to GM and get a notice excusing the car from needing the modifications.
I just imported a 2004 Z06 from Cali, everything went smoothly as hell and it's now sitting in the garage with Alberta plates waiting for the snow to disappear.
I just imported a 2004 Z06 from Cali, everything went smoothly as hell and it's now sitting in the garage with Alberta plates waiting for the snow to disappear.
Wrong. The Canadian part is different including the part number. If you take your car to be inspected at Canadian Tire, and they check the part number on the absorber, you'll fail and never get it legalized. For $200 it's better to be safe IMO.
Burning Brakes
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From: dartmouth nova scotia
There is a Z16 here in town for sale if you are interested.
