[darcane]

Originally Posted by Old Mechanic

1989 Nissan Pao - Japanese Import Fully Legal RHD JDM

It qualifies as an antique in Virginia, maybe that is why they could import it.

regards
mech

It's more than 25 years old....

Under 25 non-US cars must be brought into compliance with EPA and DOT regulations. Over 25 years, they do not.
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/det...-vehicle-parts
I understand it's still a major hassle to bring them to the States, which is probably why the cost is so high.