Aquaholic
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I have seen a few of those episodes regarding a suspected low price on the border security TV show. They don’t mess around.
On the road to pick-up my new to me Seasport
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Captain PartyMarty
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I would argue deal of the century. Owner who was desperate to sell, boat broker who believed it would never sell, and a buyer willing to shamelessly low ball the **** out of it
kaelc
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I can’t believe how hard they work over a working stiff who just drove 20+ hours to get his dream boat while millionaires offshore their money. Rant over, glad you made it through without any major hiccups or trailer issues. Eager to learn the details! It ain’t easy to find any well priced boats these days. For those shopping if it was a real broker it may set a new “market” price.
sly_karma
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Always such a lottery when you cross the border. You just play a straight bat and declare it all, be it liquor, tobacco, or general purchases. Some days they're not interested in collecting taxes and you're waved on, other days it's the full program.
I lnow though that over the years I've paid a lot less in taxes than the official rates, by being upfront and declaring, giving clear, nothing to hide answers. Border guys see themselves as protectors keeping out danger in the form of drugs, guns, terrorists, criminals, diseases, animal pests. They don't see themselves as tax collectors, and will often waive those opportunities in favour of what they see as focusing on their real.job. You just cop it sweet on the occasions they do decide to work the revenue part of their role.
I lnow though that over the years I've paid a lot less in taxes than the official rates, by being upfront and declaring, giving clear, nothing to hide answers. Border guys see themselves as protectors keeping out danger in the form of drugs, guns, terrorists, criminals, diseases, animal pests. They don't see themselves as tax collectors, and will often waive those opportunities in favour of what they see as focusing on their real.job. You just cop it sweet on the occasions they do decide to work the revenue part of their role.
Gong Show
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I have experienced the same, especially when I am bringing home stuff that is not available at home. Interesting tequila being my favourite.
noluck
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that is just for motor vehicle's
pescador
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Ya, I’ve bought a couple of cars in the US and always stopped with the clear title at US custom before coming into Canada as per their process/rules. The reason I’m asking about boats doing the same thing is that many boats have titles in the US too. The same risk can occur with respect to debt owing in the US on the asset leaving the jurisdiction where the title and debt is registered legally. I mean the reality is it’s no different than a car. I’m looking at buying my next boat in the US in the coming year and may launch in Seattle and run it into Canadian waters to clear Canada Customs. Wanna make sure it’s all done correctly.
noluck
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if there is a debt owing in the states, the bank is listed on the title and holds the title in most cases
Captain PartyMarty
Crew Member
Border doesn’t care about the title all that counts is the bill of sale. I had the title and they never even asked for it
I’ve bought a couple of boats from the States and brought them home myself. No need to stop on the US side. Just make sure that your BoS is clear on the specific of the items and the price. Nobody ever asked about the title on the Canadian side.
If you’re buying a boat with no trailer, it’d be even less hassle to complete the paperwork, inspection and registration.
If you’re buying a boat with no trailer, it’d be even less hassle to complete the paperwork, inspection and registration.
kaelc
Crew Member
Still get the title for both boat and trailer. Trailer grab the clearance letter from the manufacture if it’s less than 15 years old make sure the tire requirement and vin are clearly visible on the trailer. I bought mine through a dealer in Seattle.
Still waiting for pictures maybe after this rain the wrapping will come off!
Still waiting for pictures maybe after this rain the wrapping will come off!
Rayvon
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Last time I bought a boat state side (Oregon) I took $18K in cash to pay for it and stopped at Customs to show I was bringing the money to buy a boat,they couldn't care less,but your supposed to declare anything over $10K.I wouldn't buy a boat without receiving the title,it proves they own it outright ,otherwise the bank holds it on their loan.I tried to buy a 2470 Pursuit from a guy but he couldn't produce the title,so I bailed on a beauty boat.I didn't like carrying that much cash,but a cheque is no good for at least 3 days to clear.Same with a bank transfer,wouldn't clear internationally for days. How did you pay for your Seasport?
Captain PartyMarty
Crew Member
I paid using a wire transfer was easy and money arrived instantly
Captain PartyMarty
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Ok well you all wanted pictures, I just unwrapped the boat! Needs a bit of cleaning but overall super happy with it! Motor even turns over! I think the batteries are too weak to start it! Over all I happy with my purchase!
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