A rule permitting entry of nonconforming motor vehicles for purposes of show or
display became effective on August 13, 1999. If you wish to import a vehicle for
show or display, you must apply to NHTSA for permission to do so and establish
that the vehicle is of such historical or technological significance, and that it is in the
public interest to show or display the vehicle in the United States.
The car features a 402 horsepower LS1 engine developed by Callaway Cars for the Holden Special Vehicles operation in Australia. The car does 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds, 0 to 100 mph in 12.0 seconds and a 1/4 mile in 13.7 seconds at 107.9 mph.
Midnight Purple II R34 GT-R. Legally imported to the USA by importavehicle.com
We finally figured out what this R34 Vspec Early Model, Limited Edition is, Midnight Purple II R34.
Once we got the information, spoke with the NHTSA, we started making moves to make the car a reality. The hard side of this car is the EPA/OBD II compliance. Since we have been working closely with the lab on California legal R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R's, we convinced them to bring a 1999 R34 GT-R into compliance.
Nothing to do with this car, but here is Mika Tan, and an R34 GT-R.
Once we had that OK, we moved onto locating a car. The first one we found was a good one. 1999 R34 GT-R Vspec. Midnight Purple. One of 282 cars produced.
Midnight Purple II R34 GT-R. Legally imported to the USA by importavehicle.com
Midnight Purple II R34 GT-R. Legally imported to the USA by importavehicle.com
Midnight Purple II R34 GT-R. Legally imported to the USA by importavehicle.com
Midnight Purple II R34 GT-R. Legally imported to the USA by importavehicle.com
The Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Zagato is a limited-edition grand tourer made by Aston Martin/Zagato. Introduced at the Paris Motor Show in October, 2002, the Zagato was immediately sold out. Only 99 examples were sold to the public, though one extra was produced for the Aston Martin museum.
Like the Aston Martin DB7 on which it is based, the Zagato is powered by a 6.0 L V12 engine and controlled via a 6-speed manual( or optional 5 speed automatic) transmission. It has a top speed of 190 mph and a 0–60 mph acceleration time of 4.9 seconds.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine:V12, 5935 cc, 435 bhp @ 6000 rpm 410 lbs-ft @ 5000 rpm
Transmission:6-speed manual with optional 5-speed automatic
Dimensions (LxWxH):4481 x 2531 x 1861 mm
Weight:1740 kg
Top Speed:190 mph
0 – 60 mph:4.9 sec
HOW YOU MAY APPLY FOR PERMISSION TO IMPORT
Your signed application must include, at a minimum:
1. Your name, address, phone number, and FAX number.
2. Vehicle identification – make, model, model year, VIN or chassis number, engine number, date of manufacture and mileage.
3. Location where you will store the vehicle in the United States.
4. Statement describing use on the public roads, if intended. If on-road use is requested, identify the Independent Commercial Importer (ICI) that will modify the vehicle to bring it into conformity with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency.
5. Basis for the application.
6. Attachments:
1. Photographs – ¾ frontal, ¾ rear, interior, odometer reading and special features (if appropriate).
2. Document from manufacturer or recognized historical source, identifying total production (production verification).
3. Proof of insurance conditioned on limited on-road use (not more than 2,500 miles accumulated in any 12-month period).
4. Identification of vehicle’s:
1. Technological significance – You must identify (be specific) the technology, engineering, and construction features of the vehicle that are advanced and of an unusual nature not commonly found in motor vehicles manufactured in the same time period; or
2. Historical significance – You must identify the historical significance of the vehicle. If a person of historical significance owned the vehicle, you must submit proof that this person owned the vehicle. If the vehicle was the first or last vehicle of a particular model, you must establish this through the manufacturer’s documentation or, if this is not available, through a recognized historical source. If the vehicle was "one of a kind," you must establish this also.
Items of significance must be numerically listed followed by the reason why the item is of significance.
You may then mail the application to:
Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance (NVS-223)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Room W45-205
Washington, DC 20590
ON-ROAD USE
A vehicle eligible for Show or Display may receive NHTSA approval to be driven on the highway. The odometer must not register more than 2,500 miles in a 12-month period. NHTSA approval of limited on-road use is to allow the vehicle to be driven to and from nearby displays of similar automobiles. Another reason permission is granted is to maintain the vehicle’s engine, braking, lighting, and other dynamic systems in good working order. The vehicle is still required to meet EPA requirements. If the original engine in the vehicle will be replaced with a non-original engine to meet EPA requirements, it must be identified in your application since it may impact on the technological or historical significance of the vehicle.
Zagato Coupe
