thank you all for your advice i was asking because the price of german 500e is much less than a u.s. spec . I have been in touch with an importer and they told me all they may need is letter from MBNA stating that the car basicly conforms aside from a few minor tweeks. I have contacted MBNA and so far they have no idea what I'm asking for. Possibly because the car can not be brought in with out heavy mods. thank you Eric