And here is the original ebay listing: 
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Mini-Classic-Mini-/401449934485?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&nma=true&si=5srDw%252FYLgK8TQFb%252FYrMgZopiJb0%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

casey.. . nothing personal. but david ellison at Mt Minis.. has had dozens and dozens of cars SEIZED by CBP/ US CUSTOMS..  this  was started by beane1.. might email him about your best BB ellison.. might post photo of your mini here with documents that you really bought it.. have a nice day.. bc

First of all who am am I trying to scam? I'm just sharing my experience and saying that it wasn't as difficult as you all said on here. I have used MiniMania for years but I have never used the forums until now when I was researching importing Minis. I don't know why you are being so defensive and accusing me of trying to scam I don't know who, by just sharing my experience. 

This was my first time importing a car ever and my first classic Mini purchase. I have been a MINI owner for years but have always wanted a classic. I can guarantee everything I said is true. I have all the paperwork, photos, and email correspondence between David and the shipping agent to prove it. 

casey. for some reason in that you have NEVER posted here.. looks like a SCAM..  nothing is easy with CBP / US CUSTOMS these days.. just look at the post with Whee and Mini mover about crossing the US border.. later bc  ps.  why did you NOT call me?? so post photo of your car and 7501 CUSTOMS form

My Mini, which I purchased from David Ellison back at the beginning of last month, arrived at the port in Jacksonville on Saturday, it received the clearance notice on Tuesday morning and I picked up the Mini this afternoon. It was the easiest and smoothest transaction and process. I had no idea what to expect because I have never imported a car before and this is my first Mini. I had absolutely no issues. 

casey.. will call me off line and I will give you the SKINNY on david ellison. of Mt Mines.. he has had DOZENS of cars SEIZED by CBP in last five years..  bill cox  1.704.487.6797 home  montecarlomini.net

Just curious, what's wrong with David Ellison?

CBP/ US CUSTOMS has  CRUSHED  dozens  of classic minis and land rover defenders in last couple of years..real shame.. check out the CRUSHING on utube..  low down dirty shame... later bc

I just hate to think of a car being crushed...

beane1 . did you ever find a mini to cut up?/ later bc  www.montecarlomini.com  lic NC dealer  

malsal thanks for the update.. I bet is was on of david ellisons minis.. aka Mountain minis.. later bc

Ace u pull it in Jax already crushed it.

dr mini. sent me photo of mini that has been SEIZED and is in Jax. Florida. today.  looks like 94 SPI, but extended between the doors.. it is BRG..  belong to anyone here at MM??  Car part is going to CRUSH it.. ouch.. later bc

check out the www.seattleminiowners.com or SAMOA in seattle for a mini..  I would NOT import a mini or land rover at this time due to CBP being out of CONTROL.. note NO lic dealer can legally  sell a car he does NOT have on his dealer lot and US title in hand.. later bc

CONGRATULATIONS on getting the full reimbursement!  That is awesome and quiet surprising.


miniless - There are a couple Mini posted on the local craigslist here.  I check almost daily, just something to do during breaks.  If you are around Everett I'd be happy to show you mine so you know what to expect as far as size, working space, and any other of the few pointers I have learned so far.  There are also a couple of local importers who have expressed interest in importing Minis.  You could talk to them about seeing if they can get one from Japan.  But, of course, keep this thread in mind.  One company is constantly importing Skyline, Silvia, and other JDM cars with aftermarket parts (wheels, intercoolers, intake, exhaust, seats....) and they don't seem to have issues.

miniless..  take a look at the www.vancouverminiclub.ca site.. and contact Craigs there in BC.. I strongly advise SIGHT inspection on any old british car.. and there is  a classic mini club there in Seattle WA.. or contact [email protected]  sure chuck will be glad to help your mini search.. but do NOT buy from Ellison....later bc

Washington state. Not necessarily looking hard for a mini but if one came up at the right price I probably couldn't help myself...

miniless.. RUN from David Ellison / mountain minis..  as bad as BP.. a real THIEF.. btw  what state are you in?? I would just buy classic mini here in the USA..  or Canada..  later bill cox MBA. lic NC dealer and bonded US CUSTOMS importer with TWIC ACE and SCAC www.montecarlomini.com  and now WMI.. for the chery mokes.. phone.. 1.704.487.6406 shop.. 1.704.487.6797

Also ebay wont help because by the time you get the car the 30 days has past and you cant even leave any feedback on him. 

I would be very careful, he has had a few cars taken or stopped in customs. Almost impossible to get your money back. I would not deal with him again. Find a car in the states or use an importer like the werewolf.
i have imported several cars in the past but customs is getting very picky, if they see one thing they dont like they wont let you have it. Just my 2 cents worth.