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Originally Posted by philo98
I would look for one of these shipping consolidators in Detroit, Buffalo, etc etc and just drive across, obviously if thats feasible on where you live in Canada.
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Easy dispensing the advice there, partner.
There are still duties/tariffs to pay when crossing the border, so your instructions will not help unless the person wishes to try to sneak the stuff into Canada without declaring it. I highly advise against that.
Years ago, I crossed into Canada (where I live) after a trip to the States. I told them I had nothing to declare other than what I was legally allowed to purchase at the Duty Free shop. Unfortunately, I had completely forgotten that I had a 1950's autograph book in my laptop bag. Actually, I had unknowingly brought it with me from Canada and had it with me the whole time! They pulled me in for a general vehicle inspection, discovered the autograph book and certainly didn't believe the innocent truth of the matter. I was threatened with the aforementioned 5 year flag, a fine of up to $10,000 and seizure of my vehicle and property!
The only reason they knew the thing had any value was because they recognized the name Ted Williams. Ironically, the Williams autograph wasn't even real! It was a clubhouse version, signed by teammate Willard Nixon. Like I was about to try to get out of the situation by explaining the nuances of clubhouse autographs!!!
I somehow managed to get out of there with all my stuff and no fines. To this day, I do not know if I was flagged at that particular checkpoint, as I have refused to use it since. I'm guessing not, as such a flag would be nationwide, I surmise.
Long story short, don't sneak stuff across in your car.