Can't import 2008 Prius into Canada - why

georgekessel · 12-15-2007, 08:15 PM

I imagine this was already discussed on the forum but I couldn't find it.

I imported my 2006 Prius into Canada and helped a friend bring in a 2007. Now the 2008 is not allowed to be imported - anyone know why?

Perhaps something about a required immobilizer?

**Tideland Prius** · 12-15-2007, 08:21 PM

Yep.. the immobiliser's the culprit although I believe that has been reversed (i.e. it was implemented for a short period).

But then again, since news such as that is slow to go around, they might think it's still inadmissible (esp. if RIV hasn't updated their site yet).

georgekessel · 12-15-2007, 08:41 PM

Glad to hear they're probably importable again

I've got a 2009 on pre-order

hyo silver · 12-15-2007, 08:41 PM

I recall reading about a certain something being on the 'wrong' side of the firewall, which renders the car ineligible to be imported. As to why this thing has to be on different sides in different countries, I'm sure it has something to do with dealer complaints. What Free Trade agreement?

**Tideland Prius** · 12-15-2007, 08:43 PM

Yeah I believe they are but again double check and keep checking the RIV site to make sure it is before you buy one.

Yeah... they just move the immobiliser chip or unit or something to the other side of the firewall (I think David Beale said this??).

You have no idea how many cars are coming through the border. Just today, I saw someone import a 2008 Corolla LE from the US!

HolyPotato · 12-15-2007, 10:09 PM

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servl...Story/Business

Cars with US-spec immobilizers are allowed to be imported now... but there's no mention of if/when "Canada's New Government" may change their mind on that score. Be sure to follow the issue as you wait for your next car...

JimN · 12-16-2007, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyo silver

I recall reading about a certain something being on the 'wrong' side of the firewall, which renders the car ineligible to be imported. As to why this thing has to be on different sides in different countries, I'm sure it has something to do with dealer complaints. What Free Trade agreement?

I wouldn't think NAFTA has anything to do with this as the car is (AFAIK) 100% made in Japan.

**Tideland Prius** · 12-16-2007, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimN

I wouldn't think NAFTA has anything to do with this as the car is (AFAIK) 100% made in Japan.

Yeah but it interferes with the consumers' right to purchase at a place where the consumers believe they're getting the best price.

beach247 · 04-23-2008, 09:25 PM

I feel like crap now! I didn't pay much attention to the EIS footnote for the 2008 Prius built after Sept 2007.

As I've mentioned, I recently bought a 2008 Prius and I'm moving to Canada in July 2008. Now, I find out that my 2008 Prius may not be admissible. DAMN!

I need to call the RIV for a definite answer. But, I'm currently out of town so it would have to wait till Friday.

What's the latest on this issue? Does anyone know? I need HELP!

removeum · 04-23-2008, 10:54 PM

If your vehicle is found to be inadmissible to Canada it will be promptly be deported back to the United States absence of the driver.

12-15-2007, 08:15 PM	#1
georgekessel Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 147 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: V Package: Adv. Technology Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Friends: 0	Can't import 2008 Prius into Canada - why I imagine this was already discussed on the forum but I couldn't find it. I imported my 2006 Prius into Canada and helped a friend bring in a 2007. Now the 2008 is not allowed to be imported - anyone know why? Perhaps something about a required immobilizer?

04-23-2008, 09:25 PM	#9
beach247 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 68 My Car: 2008 Prius Model: Package: #6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: Can't import 2008 Prius into Canada - why I feel like crap now! I didn't pay much attention to the EIS footnote for the 2008 Prius built after Sept 2007. As I've mentioned, I recently bought a 2008 Prius and I'm moving to Canada in July 2008. Now, I find out that my 2008 Prius may not be admissible. DAMN! I need to call the RIV for a definite answer. But, I'm currently out of town so it would have to wait till Friday. What's the latest on this issue? Does anyone know? I need HELP!

04-23-2008, 10:54 PM	#10
removeum Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 406 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: Can't import 2008 Prius into Canada - why If your vehicle is found to be inadmissible to Canada it will be promptly be deported back to the United States absence of the driver.

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12-15-2007, 08:21 PM	#2
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,606 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 227 Thanked 343 Times in 242 Posts Friends: 23	Yep.. the immobiliser's the culprit although I believe that has been reversed (i.e. it was implemented for a short period). But then again, since news such as that is slow to go around, they might think it's still inadmissible (esp. if RIV hasn't updated their site yet).

12-15-2007, 08:41 PM	#3
georgekessel Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 147 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: V Package: Adv. Technology Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Friends: 0	Glad to hear they're probably importable again I've got a 2009 on pre-order

12-15-2007, 08:41 PM	#4
hyo silver awaaay Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 10,724 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: Base Thanks: 47 Thanked 152 Times in 107 Posts Friends: 63	I recall reading about a certain something being on the 'wrong' side of the firewall, which renders the car ineligible to be imported. As to why this thing has to be on different sides in different countries, I'm sure it has something to do with dealer complaints. What Free Trade agreement?

12-15-2007, 08:43 PM	#5
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,606 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 227 Thanked 343 Times in 242 Posts Friends: 23	Yeah I believe they are but again double check and keep checking the RIV site to make sure it is before you buy one. Yeah... they just move the immobiliser chip or unit or something to the other side of the firewall (I think David Beale said this??). You have no idea how many cars are coming through the border. Just today, I saw someone import a 2008 Corolla LE from the US!

12-15-2007, 10:09 PM	#6
HolyPotato Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 78 My Car: Other Non-Hybrid Model: Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Friends: 0	http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servl...Story/Business Cars with US-spec immobilizers are allowed to be imported now... but there's no mention of if/when "Canada's New Government" may change their mind on that score. Be sure to follow the issue as you wait for your next car...