bubbahemi wrote:

its dog simple.

I just purchased a trailer from RVW in May. I live in SW ontario as well as the original person posting the question. Here's how it went for me:

- purchased thru RVW gave deposit via cc
- prior to pickup in Lakeview OHIO, I got the VIN# and put insurance on the trailer.
- drove to dealer, gave certified cheque for balance. they provided all paperwork required. They had a 30 day licence plate already on the unit
- drove back to ontario (crossed in Port Huron) and stopped at border. Said I had just purchased a trailer in US and went into office. Showed bill of sale (original) and recall letter that was provided by RVW. They filled out Form 1 and I paid the GST on purchase price.
- left border and went home. Went online and paid the $204.75 RIV fee (riv.ca) and waited for them to fax the inspection letter. Called CDN tire to schedule an inspection. They checked out the tires and reflectors and weight of trailer. Stamped the FORM1 as OK and then went to MTO to get ownership and plates. Paid PST there plus the plate fee.

-about 2 weeks later, received a letter from RIV with a sticker that I needed to put on the trailer.

all done!

saved me about 35% on the purchase price.

any questions from anyone please PM me.

cheers
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