In 2024 Top 10 Best Cars You Can Legally Import To The United States
In Top 10 Legally Imported Cars To Us 2024 It Includes The Nissan Skyline GT-R R34, the Lancer Evo VI, and other vehicles.
Best Cars of 2024
Each year, a fresh class of cars known as “forbidden fruit” becomes authorized for entry into the United States. Any foreign-market car cannot be owned or driven in the US prior to 25 years from the date of initial production due to a long-standing Department of Transportation regulation. But all bets are off when that 25-year prohibition expires.
1999-model autos will be qualified the following year. Thus, if you missed your opportunity to get a Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR or a Subaru 22B when they were available for import last year, there are a few fresh, alluring possibilities to consider in 2024.
Audi S3
Yes, you may get a contemporary Audi S3, but why not import the original model to stand out at the next cars and coffee? The first generation S3, which debuted as a three-door hatchback and was limited to a select countries in Europe, Japan, Australia, and other regions, featured 207 standard horsepower from a turbocharged 1.8-liter engine.
Audi A2
The official eligibility of the A2 for import in 2024 will excite enthusiasts of unusual Audi vehicles, but you will need to wait until November of that same year. With its distinctive aluminum unibody construction, production of the quirky-looking five-door began in November 1999 for markets like Germany and the UK. Granted, aficionados don’t particularly want this automobile, but it would still make an intriguing collector’s item.
Hyundai Equus
The Hyundai Equus is another vehicle that American consumers may be familiar with. Surprisingly, the first-generation vehicle made its premiere at the New York Auto Show but was never sold in the United States. Rather, Hyundai provided the 3.0-liter V6 basic engine and the optional 4.5-liter V8 top-of-the-line engine for the first-generation Equus in Europe and other regions. Granted, the Equus isn’t particularly noteworthy among collector’s cars, but even so, it’s an intriguing non-American sedan. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI
Mitsubishi was at the pinnacle of its rally success when the Lancer Evo VI made its appearance. However, there wasn’t much of a difference between it and the Evo V. Improved cooling components, revised pistons, a titanium-aluminide turbine wheel for the turbo on the RS variant, and new bodywork were all added to the sixth version. It was still driven by the 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged Evo V engine, which produced 276 horsepower; but, the more potent RS model—which had 330 horsepower—arrived later. In any case, the Evo VI was a fantastic sports vehicle that is now allowed in the United States. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Nissan Silvia S15
This year, if you missed the opportunity to acquire an R34 Skyline, you can import its younger sibling, the Nissan Silvia S15. The final Silvia generation, the S15 made its debut in 1999 and lived on until 2002; it was one of just a few models to miss the American market. Under the hood was a 2.0-liter turbocharged SR20DET engine producing 247 horsepower; this engine is well-known in the tuning community for its capacity to handle massive power increases. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R
The Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R is the most significant vehicle that is permissible to import in 2024. Although production didn’t begin until January 1999, it technically launched late in 1998; hence, it wasn’t formally eligible until early 1999. One of the most recognizable Japanese sports cars ever is, of course, the R34. It featured a stock 280 horsepower 2.6-liter straight-six twin-turbo engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. Finding one, however, that is worth importing won’t be simple or inexpensive. Before import duties, the R34 GT-R is listed on the market for over $200,000. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Pagani Zonda C12
It’s now legal to import the Pagani Zonda C12 into the United States, assuming you have an endless supply of cash. Some of the earliest versions of the Huayra and the original Zonda C12 were only accessible overseas, but later versions of both were and are available in the United States. A massive 395 horsepower was produced by the 6.0-liter Mercedes V12 engine found in the original C12. The output was increased to around 600 horses and higher in later variants. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Porsche 996.1 GT3
It is now possible to import the first-ever Porsche 911 GT3 into the United States. Even by today’s standards, the 355 horsepower of the 996.1 GT3 in 1999 was not much. To be as light as possible, it also eliminated all extra weight. It had no air conditioning, no back seats, and very little sound deadening. This is the perfect opportunity for a Porsche enthusiast to own a rare 911 for a fair price. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
Toyota Crown
The Toyota Crown range was first introduced in 1955, but some of the more sought-after models are the models from the ninth, tenth, and eleventh generations; the latter is currently being considered for importation the following year. When the Crown S170 was introduced in September 1999, it featured a more upscale look akin to that of a Lexus and offered 2.0-, 2.5-, or 3.0-liter engine choices. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
TVR Tuscan Speed Six
In the middle to late 1990s, TVR was a formidable power in the UK, owned by Peter Wheeler. Among its treasures was the 1999 model year Tuscan Speed Six, which came with a brand-new 3.6-liter inline-six engine that could generate 360 horsepower. Later in the life cycle, the displacement increased to 4.0 and 4.2 liters, and the power increased to 380 horsepower. This is your chance if you have a thing for strange British sports cars. It is still Allow to Import in 2024.
