Buying Canadian truck in U.S.

[Ogeechee]

Not trying to imply anything negative about our northern neighbors, but has anyone had any difficulties registering a "Canadian" vehicle in the US? I only ask because several used car dealers around the Atlanta area have a TON of 2008-2013(ish) trucks with a maple leaf on the door tags. When I looked at a few of the Ford window stickers they say something like "never to be registered in the US". Is this for 1st owners only?

[Ogeechee]

That makes sense about the exchange rate... And I didn't think about salt corrosion being more likely in some areas than others.

I rechecked the window sticker. It says "this veh. not intended for sale or registration in US. Retail price exclude hst/gst."

[StClairDean]

A lot of Canadian trucks are heading south (to be sold) because off the stronger US economy and much stronger dollar. Having recently purchased a US vehicle in Canada, there is a process that requires the vehicle to be imported into the country and be inspected to ensure it meets local safety laws (provincial or state). If you do your research, check with your state agencies and such, there maybe opportunities for bargains. Good to have some knowledge of the area it came from too. Some areas use a lot of salt on the roads in the winter which causes premature corrosion. Also, if it is a newer vehicle, I would consider the manufacturers warranty will not be honored.

[romore]

Because of the weak Canadian dollar, American brokers are buying up our lease returns and making good bucks. As long as they can be modified to meet U.S. emission standards there should be no problem.

[Me_Again]

Never??? Means something other than never?? What does the car dealer have to say about it? Chris