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It's been over a year since anyone posted here. Just to jump start, allow me to let you guys know that I'm a first time Mini owner. Bought a pre-owned 2010 S with 16k kms at the local dealer a couple of weeks ago. Am very happy with it and looking forward to learning more stuff about the Mini from you old timers.
Last edited by TomC3; 07-21-2013 at 06:49 PM.
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Anybody had any idea how much it cost to bring a car? I heard if the car has Salvage Title cutting the tariff cost to 3/4 the amount.....also the destination Port made a lot of difference. FYI
Have a nice motoring! Hope someone still monitoring this site and start the forum....again...
Salamat po and Mabuhay
BTW: i was there in the philippines last Januay-Feb and haven't seen much Mini, saw few 4doors on the Express way. Saw a beautiful old Classic Mini at Lucena SM parked and fully restored its awesome and got a chance to talk to the lady owner.
Last edited by drea-min; 05-23-2014 at 07:19 PM.
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Taguig mini dealership
Armydog,
I was there this year and there are few Mini Cooper dealership, infact 1 in Taguig area, also there's a big Mini rallies going on soon i think 80 plus years anniversary.
Their new website is Pinoymini.com. Good luck an dplease post your experiences with the Corrupt customs in the philippines.
I was there this year and there are few Mini Cooper dealership, infact 1 in Taguig area, also there's a big Mini rallies going on soon i think 80 plus years anniversary.
Their new website is Pinoymini.com. Good luck an dplease post your experiences with the Corrupt customs in the philippines.
Last edited by rt808; 07-29-2014 at 10:55 PM.
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yes the customs is corrupt. It is a long process dealing with the BIS and also getting a broker to handle all the paperwork with customs and the LTO. If you need information I suggest you check out the BIS web site. All the requirments are there but the fees are outrageous!
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
#58
yes the customs is corrupt. It is a long process dealing with the BIS and also getting a broker to handle all the paperwork with customs and the LTO. If you need information I suggest you check out the BIS web site. All the requirments are there but the fees are outrageous!
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
Yes i was planning to bring my MCS but since its too expensive my other alternative is to buy the Classic Mini, less complicated when it comes to electronics plus i can buy parts in the US and bringit home.
I might have to declare my car Title to SALVAGE, they said saving 90% of VAT are being charge,
Cons: selling the car with salvage title will lessen the value of the car which its ok with me and not planning to sell it.
BTW: Which port did you send your car? I heard some other port are less complicated (North Port) is the best rather than directly to Manila.
Anyway good luck kabayan.
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yes the customs is corrupt. It is a long process dealing with the BIS and also getting a broker to handle all the paperwork with customs and the LTO. If you need information I suggest you check out the BIS web site. All the requirments are there but the fees are outrageous!
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
I did visit the MINI dealership in Manila and the owner/manager told me a lot of BS about re-tuning etc. I told him I would go there to get an oil change and to change my brake sensors.
I have seen 4 new MINIs here in Paranaque and one of the Korean markets here the Korean owner has a MINImoke.
I've been buying tools for my car little by little at a time when times comes just put all in the balikbayan boxes and go.
Good luck and post all your experiences here at NAM.
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update
My MINI arrived 19 Sept and I am still dealing with the broker and customs and my bank is a hassle.
Word to the wise,,,,,don't ship yer MINI to the Phils unless it is badass modified and u can afford the cost. If yer MINI is stock...sell it and don't import it.
I;m paying the cost cuz I wanna shake up the MINI community here. I'm a hot rodder since 10 racing etc.
BTW///I have a line on a 1970 Celeca GT track car and I am getting my wife's grandfathers 1969 VW Bug. Will keep me busy since I retired here in April.
Word to the wise,,,,,don't ship yer MINI to the Phils unless it is badass modified and u can afford the cost. If yer MINI is stock...sell it and don't import it.
I;m paying the cost cuz I wanna shake up the MINI community here. I'm a hot rodder since 10 racing etc.
BTW///I have a line on a 1970 Celeca GT track car and I am getting my wife's grandfathers 1969 VW Bug. Will keep me busy since I retired here in April.
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My MINI arrived 19 Sept and I am still dealing with the broker and customs and my bank is a hassle.
Word to the wise,,,,,don't ship yer MINI to the Phils unless it is badass modified and u can afford the cost. If yer MINI is stock...sell it and don't import it.
I;m paying the cost cuz I wanna shake up the MINI community here. I'm a hot rodder since 10 racing etc.
BTW///I have a line on a 1970 Celeca GT track car and I am getting my wife's grandfathers 1969 VW Bug. Will keep me busy since I retired here in April.
Word to the wise,,,,,don't ship yer MINI to the Phils unless it is badass modified and u can afford the cost. If yer MINI is stock...sell it and don't import it.
I;m paying the cost cuz I wanna shake up the MINI community here. I'm a hot rodder since 10 racing etc.
BTW///I have a line on a 1970 Celeca GT track car and I am getting my wife's grandfathers 1969 VW Bug. Will keep me busy since I retired here in April.
Anyway i might be looking to buy the classic instead more on mechanical than the newer electronic "SUCKS", i just replaced my Supercharger because of the leaking PTO seal being the mojor culprit "bad design". I put a lot of money DYI to get my car back on the road again after 3 months of waiting for supercharger replacement.
Please keep me posted including on how much it cost to ship.
BTW: his is my car looks like and added a lot more... changed wheels etc.....
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