{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"How Much Does It Cost To Import A 34 GTR TODAY? Plus Rs Meeting, SEMA + More - EP.157","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/how-much-does-it-cost-to-import-a-34-gtr-today-plus-rs-meeting-sema-more-ep-157","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2145436/episodes/18071604-how-much-does-it-cost-to-import-a-34-gtr-today-plus-rs-meeting-sema-more-ep-157.mp3","description":"Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we’re catching up on everything happening in the JDM world — and in our own garages. From project updates to big events like R’s Meeting, GT-R Festival, and SEMA, we cover what’s new, what’s next, and what’s got us excited.We also dive into the current import market for the R34 GT-R, breaking down what it really costs to bring one stateside in 2025, the hidden fees that catch people off guard, and how prices are shifting as more cars hit the 25-year mark.It’s a laid-back episode full of laughs, insight, and the kind of real talk only fellow RHD addicts can appreciate.🎙️ Garage updates, dream cars, and JDM bucket-list events — just another week with the Right Hand Drive Guys.Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code \"RHDGUYS\" athttps://nizmopartsplug.comNeed An ECU? 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