Importing a Porsche 928 S4 to the USA: What It Really Costs
Porsche's front-V8 grand tourer, a continent-crushing alternative to the 911.
The 928 S4 refined Porsche's water-cooled V8 GT with updated aerodynamics and power.
Euro-spec cars may differ in headlights, emissions equipment, and final drive from US versions.
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) | $30,000 |
| Export agent & auction fees | $1,200 |
| Ocean freight | $2,600 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $450 |
| The standard US passenger-car import duty is 2.5% of declared value | $750 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $300 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $37,630 |
Compliance & the fine print
An eligible 928 S4 that is 25 or more years old imports under the 25-year exemption from US conformity rules. Verify electronics, service records, and matching numbers given the model's complexity.
Frequently asked questions
Why import a 928 S4 from Europe?+
European cars are often original-spec and can offer subtle differences favored by enthusiasts.
Is VAT charged at US entry?+
No, the United States has no VAT; you pay the 2.5% duty plus shipping.
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