THE 25-YEAR HORIZON

Coming soon to the US.

Explore model families nearing the federal safety age threshold. A model’s launch year is only a guide. The actual vehicle’s manufacture date determines its date; EPA, customs and state rules remain separate.

2026

FRANCE

Renault Clio V6

Early cars from 2001 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2026.

Mid-engine hatchback unlike almost anything else from its era.

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GERMANY

Audi RS 4 Avant (B5)

Cars built in 2001 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2026.

The original twin-turbo RS performance estate.

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GERMANY

BMW M3 (E46)

Cars built in 2001 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2026.

A European-spec S54 six-cylinder coupé to compare with US examples.

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2027

GERMANY

Volkswagen Golf R32 (Mk4)

Early cars built in 2002 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2027.

VR6, all-wheel drive and the first Golf R badge.

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UNITED KINGDOM

Lotus Exige Series 1

Cars built in 2002 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2027.

Focused lightweight sports car with a short original production run.

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2028

FRANCE

Renault Clio V6 Phase 2

Early cars built in 2003 · approximate 25-year milestone in 2028.

A revised version of Renault’s mid-engine hatchback.

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Check original manufacturer records for an individual build month and date. Read the import guide ↗