[87-5-speed-4.3]

I am selling my astro van. Complete new cooling system, (rad, pump, heater core), new clutch 500 kms ago and still lots left, Added some storage boxes under rear seat, and on drivers side and around shifter base, all carpeted and lined. Has 280,000 kms on her and still good for another 150 plus. I am the second owner, bought it from a friend who was original owner. He was a machinist and did a very good job caring for it. I'm a millwright and took just as good a care of her too. Gets better mileage than stock auto tranny, about 700 kms plus per tank. Need $600.00 for it firm. Only needs short tie rod to certify, Only rust is light under passenger door. new plugs filter wires and all tun-up stuff done this summer. Low kms on tires, should be good for at least another year. :swerve: , but I'm sure you'll put snows on for the winter. Feel free to email me, [email protected] or call me (905) 220-1322 to arrange to see her. These 5 speeds are rare and I'm sure it won't last long. I hate to part with it, just don't need 2 vehicles right now.
Thanks, Larry

 

[Gary]

Do you know the requirements for me to import the van to the US??.

 

[ihatemybike]

I wish I had the time and money to get this. DO WANT!

 

[Gary]

$600.00 Canadian??.Interesting.Got Pic's??.Please answer question about importing.Could it be driven back to say Roch,NY??. :think:

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

thought i posted a reply, here. Not sure where it went though. From us to canada it's pretty easy. Honestly, I would call your licensing bureau. It's plated and insured currently up here and a daily driver.
found a couple links that may help
http://www.foreignborn.com/visas_imm/en ... ourcar.htm

http://www.importexporthelp.com/importing-cars.htm

You may also wish to contact DOT's vehicle hotline at 800-424-9393 and/or write to the NHTSA (NSA-32), 400 7th Street, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20590.
The van is debt free, no leins, currently plate and insured, daily driver and vin # is 1GNDM15Z5HB204903
Hope this help a bit. Would also help to lower taxes, if you know what I mean. Larry

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

this van is currently on the road and capable of driving still for alot longer. I'm very sure it would drive anywhere for a long time. I am using it now as a second for work, just don't need it any more and can't afford to pay insurance on 2 cars next month when it comes up for renewal. I have no quams about taking it on the road for 6 or 7 hrs at a time, where ever your driving, it'll get there.

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

I have pics of her under the gallery button, under my acct, 87 ASTRO 5 speed 4.3 L

 

[ihatemybike]

What city/town are you in?

 

[Gary]

I am very interested in it.Hummmmm :think:

 

[Gary]

Talked to NYS DMV today and now know what they want for the plates.I will call customs tomorrow to get details from them.

Call placed and left msg with Larry.

 

[Gary]

Larry does the van meet Canada's emission standards??.Has it passed recently??.Does it have this sticker?:

You will need the carrier's original bill of lading for Customs clearance in addition to the foreign registration, bill of sale and all other documentation about the vehicle. You will also need to complete DOT form HS-7 and EPA form 3520-1 declaring the safety and emissions provisions under which the motor vehicle is being imported. To meet all U.S.A. emission requirements, a motor vehicles engine compartment must bear a manufacturer's label, in English, that attests to this fact. The port of entry Customs inspector may require proof of eligibility if the vehicle does not have this label.

Seems it must be steam-cleaned under the van too because of this:

The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture requires that imported cars have their undercarriage cleaned so they do not have any foreign soil to help guard against the possible importation of dangerous pests. You should contract to have your car thoroughly cleaned and/or steam-sprayed before it ships.

How doable is that??.Anyone near you that could do that kind of thing??.

Your help on this van is surely appreciated.

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

I'm in Burlington Ontario. Just past Hamilton, over the skyway bridge at Guelph Line exit. Oh yah, The exhaust is new,tail to y pipe this summer. Sorry, no cat converter, didn't need to pass etest up here, because it's over 20 yrs old, actually 23 now,so I never put it back on. The van passed emissions every other year up until it wasn't required up here and hasn't been checked in 3 yrs. If you can't reach my cell and want to email, it's [email protected], I get me emails every hour or so to my phone also. I can power wash it here at the car wash for ya, no probs, it'll just be less you have to do to get it home sooner, if you're interested. I can also email you a pic of the standard #'s under the hood and and inside the door if you like. As for as forms, let me know what I could do at my ministry of transport.

 

[Gary]

Does it have the sticker I spoke about??.With a cat,would it pass a etest??.Pretty sure that is going to be needed to get it threw customs.

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

honestly dont know if it'll pas etest without cat. I wasn't planning on including an cat for that price. Could you get a temp trip permit for the and get one put on?It does have the stiker under the hood that says it should have one.

 

[Gary]

honestly dont know if it'll pas etest without cat. I wasn't planning on including an cat for that price. Could you get a temp trip permit for the and get one put on?It does have the stiker under the hood that says it should have one.

From what I read,they wouldn't let it threw customs.I'll call tomorrow to customs and double check that part.I wouldn't expect you to include a cat at that price,but we might need to have you price out a cheapy cat installed and see what it would cost.

From what I read,they seize the van until it meets standards and or destroy the van.Both of us know once you open "that" can of worms,they are going to look at it bumper to bumper.Does the van burn any oil??.Is there anything else that would keep it from passing a etest??.Sure don't want to get to the bridge to the US and then have to fight to keep the van.

 

[astroturf]

Talked to NYS DMV today and now know what they want for the plates.I will call customs tomorrow to get details from them.

Call placed and left msg with Larry.

cmon Gary, spill the beans. What is the cost to bring that BEAST to the States gonna be? Thanks Jim.

 

[Gary]

Larry,

I found out Canadian Tire is the place that the U.S. gov has chosen to do US import inspections and they do them on Wednesdays.If anyone from the US is going to buy this van or you intend or sell to anyone from the US,cat missing aside,it might be in your best interest to have that inspection done.That said,it would remove any doubt you handing the paperwork to the buyer and them being able to get across the border.We both know this is because the van hasn't been etested in a number of yrs.

Please let me know if you would be able to have that done,

Thank You,

Gary

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

i will call Canadian tire over the next couple days to see what's required. I'm not sure, what it will entail. I am not currently selling this vehicle etested or safety certified. if it was, the price would be higher. like double. For $600.00, it's as is. :banghead: I'm more than happy to help with paper work, and any info you might need.

 

[astro355]

The point Gary is trying to make here is that if you sold the van as is to someone in the US, the van would never make it across the border. :think: But I am assuming that's if its driven across the border? I know nothing about this but I do find it hard to believe that customs would seize a vehicle that is on a trailer. Say the van didn't have an engine in it, how could they even perform an emissions test in the first place? That wouldn't make any sense to seize a vehicle that obvious would be worked on.

Getting titled will be one thing, but that sounds like it would be the buyers responsibility, not the sellers. Physically getting it across the border should not result in a seizure.

 

[87-5-speed-4.3]

Hey bro. Thanks for seeing the sellers side. I realize there are 2 sides, and business should be done ethically and fairly, But hey, I'm just trying to sell something honestly to someone who appreciates these units. That's why I posted it on here. It sure is nice to know there are people out there who admire and respect a classic as this is. Thanks one and all for even having this site.