My quest to acquire a proper Mitsubishi Delica in the USA.
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I have manual locking hubs on my Gen 1 (1990) Montero. Easiest job in the world, you can either search for factory used Aisins or just go with rugged ridge ones. I opted for the Rugged Ridge hubs which ran about $105. awesome product, if you search in mitsubishi threads you will see some of my comments about how the cap bolts are too short. I have been super happy with them so far.
Littlefox2
New member
Hey Chris, I'm about to import a 92 Delica myself. It's Canadian, I'm a US citizen looking to do it myself. Any special tips or paperwork guidelines for crossing the border and then satisfying the Illinois DMV? Cheers.
Haf-E
Expedition Leader
I've helped a friend do it - main thing is to be sure to RUN THE VIN NUMBER to verify the DATE OF MANUFACTURER prior to purchase. Some of these vans (and other JDM cars in Canada) have suspicious registrations - so check first.
Other than that - its pretty straightforward to cross the border with one and register it here in WA state. I live 50 miles from the border - so if anyone needs help, let me know.
Other than that - its pretty straightforward to cross the border with one and register it here in WA state. I live 50 miles from the border - so if anyone needs help, let me know.
I don't know how much you meant it when you said this...buuuut, if you did mean it I am looking right now at a 1992 Delica in Canada that I want to import to Washington. The government websites are not very direct on all that is required and I'm struggling to get the ball moving.
Sabre
Overlanding Nurse
This site covers the basics and includes a lot of contact information where you can direct additional questions: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/basic-import-export/importing-car
A variety of online groups have extensive information about the process. Try to google "import JDM vehicle" and see what you get. I've imported from Canada and found it a very straightforward process.
A variety of online groups have extensive information about the process. Try to google "import JDM vehicle" and see what you get. I've imported from Canada and found it a very straightforward process.
A friend of mine has his Exocet insured through Nationwide. It's basically a kit car. I had a rebuilt/salvage 3000GT Spyder insured through Nationwide. Neither of us had any problems getting coverage. I think I've heard of people getting Skylines done through them as well. Might want to see about giving them a call.
PGGRS
Observer
I have a '91 Hiroof tintop I brought in last summer. Thru the border in less than an hour. They spent more time going thru my tow rig (ambo) confiscating dog food & ramen. I have 2 '92's stored in BC & will be bringing them in when they hit 25 in July. They seem pretty unconcerned about bringing them in south of Abbottsford, other border checks may not be as used to Delicas as most are in BC.
Haf-E
Expedition Leader
Sure PM me and let me know what's happening.
Thank you for posting all of this, Chris! Very educational.
I have a question: I am very interested in acquiring my own Delica 4x4, but I am 6'3". Will it accommodate me?
Also, what kind of mileage are you getting? It looks like a fairly efficient vehicle, without the lift kit.
Finally, will it keep up on the interstate? I need it to be capable of 70mph or so.
Thanks!
-Scott
I have a question: I am very interested in acquiring my own Delica 4x4, but I am 6'3". Will it accommodate me?
Also, what kind of mileage are you getting? It looks like a fairly efficient vehicle, without the lift kit.
Finally, will it keep up on the interstate? I need it to be capable of 70mph or so.
Thanks!
-Scott