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New problem.. I was talking with the customs broker and was informed that if there was an engine change, it would then have to comply with 2018 emissions standards. Now it seems to me that if the engine was say a new old stock of the same vintage, this rule should not apply. However, I don't...

The concept was that parts and labor are way cheaper in Russia (they are). Unfortunately, I think the shop took advantage and did a "carte blanch" approach regarding repairs. My Russian buddy didn't supervise well enough. Next time I'll take more control of shop activities. I'm planning on...

What exactly do you mean by "undersealed"?

Well I don't doubt that everything they say was replaced, was in fact replaced. I just think they may have gone a little overboard when I said "fix everything that needs fixed". My buddy Sergey who was supposed to be supervising is not much of a car guy. So... The paint project should not cost...

Hmm, sounds scary. I put the car in the shop and while I was gone they basically replaced every part in the car! Here are the invoices they sent BEFORE they installed a brand new factory engine. The only saving grace is the shop rate is incredibly low at $14 per hour. Still have a total of...

Changed mind again. I ended up buying a 1992 "Buhanka" that has a complete VIN and is in overall very good condition. I am having it painted over there and giving it a thorough mechanical inspection with parts replaced as needed BEFORE it ships. Probably another 2 weeks it will be ready to go.

Okay guys, changed my mind. I'm now interested in an UAZ 469 and have found a pretty good one in St Pete. It's a 1981 and the price is about $2000. I got a quote from a shipping company here who has done this sort of thing before and he says $2100 shipped to Houston. Only question I have is...

Hello guys, I have not posted here in awhile. I have gotten rid of my M35 and M105 and am now in Russia searching for a UAZ 452 to bring back. Well there are plenty of them here and the price is reasonable. Any recommendations? I understand that in general as long as it is 25 years old or...