So, I bought a 2004 Acura MDX with Navi.
I was in Ohio on Monday and Tuesday to scout out some potential purchases (my wife has regular business meetings in Cleveland, which is why I wasn't looking in NY state). I had identified a few potential vehicles ahead of time using the US Auto Trader site, called up some dealers to inquire about their familiarity with the export process, and then proceeded to go shopping.
I ended up buying an Acura-certified vehicle from an Akron area Acura dealer. This includes an extended factory warranty (which is part of the certified deal), which encompasses an additional 12 months and 12,000 miles as well as a powertrain warranty up to 100,000 miles. I was informed that this is good for US dealers...I guess we will see if I ever need to take them up on it (hopefully not).
I was able to include full winter mats, a cargo tray, installation/balancing of winter tires (not the tires themselves, mind you), as well as having the front of the hood repainted (there were a few small stone chips that were beginning to show some rust). Current miles are 49,500.
My dealer was knowledgeable of the export process and is now preparing the necessary paperwork to fax to Buffalo. I am picking it up next Friday or the following Monday. Happy with the way things went and figure I am saving in the neighbourhood of $9,000.
Pics to follow, although if someone wants to post the "this thread is worthless..." thingy, I'd feel special
