Can Parallel Imported Vehicles Be Licensed After Modification?
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Parallel imported vehicles can be licensed after modification. Forms of parallel imported vehicles: The customs declaration form is issued by the customs at the port of entry after the vehicle enters the country and usually accompanies the vehicle. The commodity inspection form, which is the commodity inspection certificate, verifies whether what you purchased is indeed a vehicle. The commodity inspection form comes in duplicate. Precautions for licensing parallel imported vehicles: Before licensing, compulsory traffic insurance must be purchased; commercial insurance is optional, but compulsory insurance is mandatory. Bring the insurance policy, customs declaration form, commodity inspection form, and invoice to the local industrial and commercial bureau for verification. Finally, you must bring your ID card; if the vehicle belongs to an enterprise, the organization code certificate (or the unified social credit code business license copy) is required.
I've handled quite a few cases involving parallel-imported vehicles. Whether a modified car can be registered mainly depends on its compliance with national regulations. Parallel-imported vehicles already require specialized inspections for registration. If modifications affect safety, emissions, or factory performance—such as altering the engine or exhaust system—the vehicle inspection at the DMV will fail. I remember a friend who installed an exterior kit and enlarged the wheels, but the braking distance changed, resulting in failed registration and having to revert the modifications, wasting money. Minor changes like adding rain guards or interior seats might not pose significant issues, but it's essential to check local standards first. I recommend working with a certified modification shop, as they are familiar with the process and can save a lot of trouble. Don't underestimate this—if mishandled, the car might end up as scrap metal.
