US Canada Diplomatic Relations - Dinan 5 Version

[Mark in Toronto]

Dude, is Billy principal Cutler from Eastbound and Down?

HA!

Nope, he's really Bill Gates...................

[Cousin Billy]

Dude, is Billy principal Cutler from Eastbound and Down?

HA!

Nope, he's really Bill Gates...................

I arrived at Canadian Tire as they began their business day with the engine idling roughly.
The low battery voltage troubleshooting resulted in an intermittent alternator, so a replacement was sourced.
The battery had a low voltage cell and was replaced. The serpentine belt had signs of age, so it was replaced as well.
On the road again at 11:30 am headed to the Canadian boarder, Port Huron for my first importation of a Canadian vehicle.

As I ease out of town I take in the sights and sounds of the……e39 zesty response to the throttle and a throaty growl of the Dinan exhaust, just enough to remind you that it’s ready to set you free! The engine breaths so well with the Dinan headers that the pedal response is answered by a torque boost impression in the seat of the driver. The automatic transmission transition between gears is fluid and almost effortless, now I can see why you might consider this car as the perfect intercity form of transportation. Imagine the daily commuting to work syndrome…………with a phone call from the office and your braking ….shifting gears as you approach as right hand turn and attempting to communicate to your secretary………very difficult (I need to set up the Bluetooth wireless system). This e39 has the perfect suspension setup for a stress reliever on a busy drive to the office.

It’s all about the car, it’s the driving experience and the friends that make it happen.
I would like……..to thank Sia for passing the e39 Dinan down to me (What a car!!!!!!). Mark and his gracious wife Jennifer extended their home to me during the e39 introduction and initiation into its history, operation, and maintenance.
Peter is always there with his friendship, knowledgeable technical background and quick photo snapshot to capture the moment. Adrian and myself will return to Toronto to the near future to see more of what the city as to offer, to down some great cold microbrews, and visit our friends and their cars.
Thanks buddies!
.
Arriving at the boarder I paid the toll and preceded to the US customs stations. I told the attendant that I wished to import this Canadian car and that I had the “Letter of Conformance” from BWM of North America and support documentation (bill of sale, Canadian insurance, Canadian license tag). The car was ushered to a secure area and I was informed that the car would be x-rayed for contraband.
I entered the building were the final importation documentation is presented to the officer in charge. He reviewed all of the paperwork and commented, “That it looks like all of your importation documentation is sufficient to import your car”. He filled out the forms (DOT-“HS-7”, EPA 3520-1) and they were signed and dated. I was issued the original form (motor vehicle registration) packet and a copy for my records. The exercise in importation of a Canadian car into the US took approximately 15 minutes!

Out the door in US territory, I speedily head southwest on I-69 and end this days journey in town of Marshal, Michigan (360 miles driven for the day).

[KillerPM]

I arrived at Canadian Tire as they began their business day with the engine idling roughly.
The low battery voltage troubleshooting resulted in an intermittent alternator, so a replacement was sourced.
The battery had a low voltage cell and was replaced. The serpentine belt had signs of age, so it was replaced as well.
On the road again at 11:30 am headed to the Canadian boarder, Port Huron for my first importation of a Canadian vehicle.

As I ease out of town I take in the sights and sounds of the……e39 zesty response to the throttle and a throaty growl of the Dinan exhaust, just enough to remind you that it’s ready to set you free! The engine breaths so well with the Dinan headers that the pedal response is answered by a torque boost impression in the seat of the driver. The automatic transmission transition between gears is fluid and almost effortless, now I can see why you might consider this car as the perfect intercity form of transportation. Imagine the daily commuting to work syndrome…………with a phone call from the office and your braking ….shifting gears as you approach as right hand turn and attempting to communicate to your secretary………very difficult (I need to set up the Bluetooth wireless system). This e39 has the perfect suspension setup for a stress reliever on a busy drive to the office.

It’s all about the car, it’s the driving experience and the friends that make it happen.
I would like……..to thank Sia for passing the e39 Dinan down to me (What a car!!!!!!). Mark and his gracious wife Jennifer extended their home to me during the e39 introduction and initiation into its history, operation, and maintenance.
Peter is always there with his friendship, knowledgeable technical background and quick photo snapshot to capture the moment. Adrian and myself will return to Toronto to the near future to see more of what the city as to offer, to down some great cold microbrews, and visit our friends and their cars.
Thanks buddies!
.
Arriving at the boarder I paid the toll and preceded to the US customs stations. I told the attendant that I wished to import this Canadian car and that I had the “Letter of Conformance” from BWM of North America and support documentation (bill of sale, Canadian insurance, Canadian license tag). The car was ushered to a secure area and I was informed that the car would be x-rayed for contraband.
I entered the building were the final importation documentation is presented to the officer in charge. He reviewed all of the paperwork and commented, “That it looks like all of your importation documentation is sufficient to import your car”. He filled out the forms (DOT-“HS-7”, EPA 3520-1) and they were signed and dated. I was issued the original form (motor vehicle registration) packet and a copy for my records. The exercise in importation of a Canadian car into the US took approximately 15 minutes!

Out the door in US territory, I speedily head southwest on I-69 and end this days journey in town of Marshal, Michigan (360 miles driven for the day).

Good stuff Bill. Have you got the car all figured out at the Florida DMV?

[Cousin Billy]

I arrived at Canadian Tire as they began their business day with the engine idling roughly.
The low battery voltage troubleshooting resulted in an intermittent alternator, so a replacement was sourced.
The battery had a low voltage cell and was replaced. The serpentine belt had signs of age, so it was replaced as well.
On the road again at 11:30 am headed to the Canadian boarder, Port Huron for my first importation of a Canadian vehicle.

As I ease out of town I take in the sights and sounds of the……e39 zesty response to the throttle and a throaty growl of the Dinan exhaust, just enough to remind you that it’s ready to set you free! The engine breaths so well with the Dinan headers that the pedal response is answered by a torque boost impression in the seat of the driver. The automatic transmission transition between gears is fluid and almost effortless, now I can see why you might consider this car as the perfect intercity form of transportation. Imagine the daily commuting to work syndrome…………with a phone call from the office and your braking ….shifting gears as you approach as right hand turn and attempting to communicate to your secretary………very difficult (I need to set up the Bluetooth wireless system). This e39 has the perfect suspension setup for a stress reliever on a busy drive to the office.

It’s all about the car, it’s the driving experience and the friends that make it happen.
I would like……..to thank Sia for passing the e39 Dinan down to me (What a car!!!!!!). Mark and his gracious wife Jennifer extended their home to me during the e39 introduction and initiation into its history, operation, and maintenance.
Peter is always there with his friendship, knowledgeable technical background and quick photo snapshot to capture the moment. Adrian and myself will return to Toronto to the near future to see more of what the city as to offer, to down some great cold microbrews, and visit our friends and their cars.
Thanks buddies!
.
Arriving at the boarder I paid the toll and preceded to the US customs stations. I told the attendant that I wished to import this Canadian car and that I had the “Letter of Conformance” from BWM of North America and support documentation (bill of sale, Canadian insurance, Canadian license tag). The car was ushered to a secure area and I was informed that the car would be x-rayed for contraband.
I entered the building were the final importation documentation is presented to the officer in charge. He reviewed all of the paperwork and commented, “That it looks like all of your importation documentation is sufficient to import your car”. He filled out the forms (DOT-“HS-7”, EPA 3520-1) and they were signed and dated. I was issued the original form (motor vehicle registration) packet and a copy for my records. The exercise in importation of a Canadian car into the US took approximately 15 minutes!

Out the door in US territory, I speedily head southwest on I-69 and end this days journey in town of Marshal, Michigan (360 miles driven for the day).

Good stuff Bill. Have you got the car all figured out at the Florida DMV?

The car in at the dealer for a estimate of VALUE, so based on the value is what I will pay Florida sales tax on!

[L_N_Love]

Ah...time to bend over, grab your ankles and pay the tax man.

[Mark in Toronto]

Well put Bill, especially this sentence:

It’s all about the car, it’s the driving experience and the friends that make it happen.

That's what it's all about.

Interesting that the dealer provides an estimate of value for state tax purposes. Here in Ontario, the Bill of Sale is all you need to register the car and pay provincial tax.

[B7Turbo]

Bill, great write up, I am so glad to hear that importation process went well with ease and let you to enjoy yourself driving.