Importing a Porsche 911 (993) to the USA: What It Really Costs
The last air-cooled 911, revered as the purest evolution of Porsche's icon.
By Sofia Berg, Customs & compliance writer · 7 min read
The 993 generation is the final air-cooled 911, blending classic feel with modern refinement.
European examples can carry Euro-spec lighting and trim, and some variants never reached the US.
The full cost breakdown
Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $120,000 |
| Export agent & auction fees | $1,200 |
| Ocean freight | $2,600 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $1,800 |
| The standard US passenger-car import duty is 2.5% of declared value | $3,000 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $300 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $131,230 |
Compliance & the fine print
A 993 aged 25 years or more is exempt from federal conformity under the 25-year rule. Given strong values, confirm matching numbers and authenticity carefully before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 993 a good import candidate?+
Yes, once 25 or more years old it imports as an exempt classic and is highly sought after.
Does the US charge VAT on a 993?+
No, only the flat 2.5% passenger-car duty applies, plus freight.
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