Interpretation ID: nht81-1.43

DATE: 03/16/81

FROM: Frank Berndt -- NHTSA

TO: Burley R. Carpenter

TITLE: FMVSR INTERPRETATION

TEXT:

This is in reply to your letter of February 18, 1981, with reference to your contemplated importation of a BMW passenger car, chassis/serial number 1536114.

Our records confirm your statement that this vehicle was manufactured in the autumn of 1967. Since it was manufactured before January 1, 1968, it may be imported without modifications necessary to meet Federal safety or emission requirements. When your car reaches the port of entry, you will be asked to execute a Declaration Form (HS-7) for safety matters; Box 1 is the appropriate item to check. The car, of course, will have to meet the requirements of the State in which it is to be licensed.

SINCERELY,

FEB. 18, 1981

DIRECTOR OFFICE OF STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT MOTOR VEHICLE PROGRAM U.S. DOT

Dear Sirs,

I am stationed with the US Army in Germany. I own a 1967 BMW, 1600, that I would like to ship back to the U.S. The Chassis/Engine number is 1536114. The local BMW Dealer said that this model was made from 1966 thru 1968. The car was first sold on 20 Nov 1967 this is the only date in the German Tible Book. Can this car be imported into the US without modifications? If not what modifications must be made?

Any information you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

Burley R. Carpenter