Importing a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth to the USA: What It Really Costs
A turbocharged, big-winged homologation special born to dominate touring-car racing.
A Ford Sierra RS Cosworth costs about $68,830 all-in to import on the United Kingdom → USA route in 2026 — a $60,000 purchase plus roughly $8,830 in shipping, 2.5% duty, compliance and registration.
- Route
- United Kingdom → USA
- Est. all-in cost
- ~$68,830
- Duty & tax
- 2.5% duty
- On a purchase of
- $60,000
The Sierra RS Cosworth was a turbocharged homologation car with serious motorsport pedigree.
Right-hand-drive UK examples are the most common, in original European spec.
How much does it cost to import a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth?
Every line below is a researched 2026 estimate in USD. We start from the $60,000 purchase price, add marine insurance at about 1.5% and ocean freight, then 2.5% US duty on the declared value, and the broker, compliance and registration fees. Change the purchase price and everything else scales only modestly.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $60,000 |
| Export agent & auction fees | $1,200 |
| Ocean freight | $2,600 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $900 |
| The standard US passenger-car import duty is 2.5% of declared value | $1,500 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $300 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $68,830 |
Into USA the duty is light, just $1,500, so tax is the small part of the bill. It is shipping (about $2,600), compliance and registration that make up most of the roughly $8,830 you add on top of the $60,000 purchase price — around 15% before you turn a wheel.
How to import a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth, step by step
- Agree the purchase and secure the title/export paperwork in United Kingdom (an export agent or auction house usually handles de-registration).
- Book ocean freight — roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) is cheapest, a sole-use container is safest for a high-value car.
- Confirm eligibility from the build month — the US 25-year DOT exemption is calculated month by month, not by model year.
- Clear US customs and pay the 2.5% duty, then file EPA Form 3520-1 and DOT Form HS-7 at entry.
- Arrange inland transport, then title and register in your state — a few states add emissions or kei-vehicle checks.
Is a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth legal to import? Rules & compliance
A Sierra RS Cosworth aged 25 years or more imports under the 25-year exemption from US conformity rules. Because clones exist, confirm the VIN, build records, and matching numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Are Sierra Cosworth replicas a concern?+
Yes, clones exist, so verifying authenticity and matching numbers is important.
Is VAT charged when importing?+
No, the US has no VAT; you pay only the 2.5% duty plus shipping.
What is the total estimated cost to import a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth?+
About $68,830 all-in for a $60,000 example — the purchase price plus roughly $8,830 in freight, insurance, duty, compliance and registration. Your figure shifts with the exact price, route and exchange rate.
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