Driving across the border
 

On our trip to Michigan, we plan on driving across the border into Canada and then just turning back around. (Just to say we've driven to Canada). I was just wondering if any of you northern people knew what it would take to get us and our A's across the border? Also, what's the weather like in mid-May? As y'all know, Model A's don't hold much luggage so I need to know what to pack!

Thanks!

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Bring your passport. The Canada people are great and polite, the US customs people can be rough even for US citizens. A passport is the only way to go.

Marc

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You will be assessed an Antique Import duty fee going in...

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I drove a antique car to a show across the border about 4 years ago and I do not remember any fee. My problem was it took 2 hrs in line to get back across.:(

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You will need a passport to drive into Canada.
-Tim

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We drove our Model A Ford to the 2003 Northwest Regional meet in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and to the 2010 MAFCA National Meet in Vancouver BC, Canada and all we needed to get in and out was our passport, we took along proof of insurance but there was no Antique Import Duty fee.


Make sure you know what they allow across the border and do not take any handguns!!

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The route with the least problems will be cross from Detroit Mich drive along the Blue water Highway (just a nice country drive in Canada for i hour then return back to the USA from Sarnia to Port Huron on the twin Blue water Bridges. No jams no traffic a nice country no hills all paved roads all you need is a Passport and learn how to say "EH" that would be some nice Have a great and safe trip
Gord. B by the Bay Canadian

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Check it all out at this web site
http://www.gonorthwest.com/Visitor/p...der/border.htm

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This page has useful info you may want to read...

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Jordan ;

What are you targeting for miles per day and average speed ?

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Weather, it can snow or roast you. One never knows and that'll be from one day to the next.

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The suggestion by swo4rd that you will be assessed an antique vehicle fee is totally wrong with no fact whatsoever. I don't know where those ideas come from. You will definitely require a passport. Young children will need a birth certificaste. You will pay toll about 4 or 5 dollars each way to use the bridge or tunnel and lastly you will meet some great people !
Al

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anywhere from 300-550 miles. We'll probably do about 55-60 mph.

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hmmm sounds a lot like Texas weather :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes: Last week we went from 80* to 35* and then a day later it was 60*.

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Thanks everyone!! Sounds like it would be easy. I have a passport and planned on taking it. We will be going from Detroit over into Canada, which as mentioned seems like the easiest way.

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Jordan If you are entering from Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, Canada take the Embassador Bridge to Canada and the Detroit Windsor tunnel back to Michigan. Pick up a Canadian coin set as a momento to Canada. I am sure you will be impressed ! You may even be greeted by a Canadian officer that says
" Bonjour Garcon et Mademoiselle " !
Al

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Most people don't have or carry it, but you are supposed to have a slip from your insurance company saying you are covered while in Canada.

It is not needed to cross or come back, but if something happens they expect you to have it on you.

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Yes, just a Passport is all you will need. Just keep an extra eye out for our sled dogs, as they tend to get a little wild after our igloo's have melted. I have to cut some trees for poles for the teepee as the last ones were used as firewood last winter. Have fun, and enjoy your trip!

The info from SDJason looks like what I would need if I was importing a car into Canada, not just driving in and out. Stay as long as you like!

French is usually only heard in the classrooms, and in Quebec, we speak English. (very close to American, I understand!)

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Does the Detroit Windsor tunnel have a shoulder? I don't particularly driving on roads that go a while without a shoulder... But if it's what I have to do I think I could manage.

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For Mr. Parkers benefit, every port of entry into Canada has a French lane which is mandated by Canadian Federal law. Canada is a bilingual country !

Jordan There is no shoulder in the tunnel or the bridge but you will have no trouble. Tale the Bridge in and tunnel out. That way you will get a panoramic view going in. If you take the tunnel in you will see tail lights and cement. The tunnel and the bridge are a mile plus long.
Al

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Jordan If you are in no hurry, you should enter Canada about 50 miles North of Detroit by the Bluewater Bridge that connects Port Huron, Michigan and Sarnia, Ontario. Much, much prettier, scenic and not near as busy !
Al Luckins

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Yes Al, we are a bilingual country, and all the Border people must be fluent in both languages, but as for a separate lane, I've never seen one! How do they identify this to oncoming traffic? Please explain.....

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We will be in a hurry, so we will probably just stick with the bridge/tunnel. THANKS Luckyal !!!

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Mr. Parker
They of course are identified with lighted overhead signs at the larger ports of entry and post signs at the smaller ports. All officers are not bilingual ! About half the positions are designated bilingual. Of course only bilingual offers are posted to the bilingual lanes.
Hope this explanation is sufficient ! I am happy to ad to your education.
Al

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A passport is required if traveling by air and by ship. Washington state issues an Enhanced drivers license which is perfectly acceptable for auto travel.

Does your state issue the Enhanced license? Typically you make an appointment at the DMV and provide birth certificate, voting registration card, a passport if you have one, and other citizen documents. Call the DMV asd inquire as to what they need for issuances.

Have fun...

Burt

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For those interested border crossings, I might suggest visiting:

http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publicati...-eng.html#s1x1

to clarify some of the misinformation posted here.

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What is important is what documentation you need to reenter to the USA!!

https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/74


US Citizens - Documents needed for entry into the U.S.

What documents, identification, and paperwork does a U.S. citizen need to travel internationally?


If you are traveling in the Western Hemisphere (Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, Central and South America):
Air Travel: All U.S. citizens departing from or entering the United States from within the Western Hemisphere by air are required to present a valid passport or NEXUS card (if utilizing a NEXUS kiosk when departing from a designated Canadian airport). Merchant Mariner Document (for U.S. citizens on official maritime business.) Note that children are also required to present their own passport when traveling by air.
Land or Sea Travel: U.S. citizens entering the United States by land or sea are required to present a valid WHTI-compliant document, which include:

• U.S. Passports
• U.S. Passport Cards
• Enhanced Driver's Licenses
• Trusted Traveler Cards (NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST)
• Military Identification Cards (for members of the U.S. armed forces on official orders)
• U.S. Merchant Mariner Document (for U.S. citizens on official maritime business)

Military personnel traveling under orders may present photo ID and orders. Family members must present a passport (with the exception of children 15 and younger arriving by land or sea.)

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Thanks for your question. It prompted me to finally register. Before coming way up north, do some research for the areas you plan to visit and get some names and phone numbers of antique car clubs and their members. If you happen to have some problems you will be amazed at the help that will be offerred. Also, don,t short change yourself. Spend some time, enjoy the country, and get to know us.