Worth buying used parallel import cars?

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    Worth buying used parallel import cars?

    Hi,

    I am looking to buy a used car. I hear that some of the models are "parallel imports."

    First of all, what does that mean?
    Secondly, should I stay away from such models for fear that the maintenance cost may be higher in terms of spare parts? Thanks!


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    The maintenance cost may not be higher in terms of spare parts if it's a common HK car. Just don't go too exotic.


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    Quote Originally Posted by abcdef:
    Hi,

    I am looking to buy a used car. I hear that some of the models are "parallel imports."

    First of all, what does that mean?
    Secondly, should I stay away from such models for fear that the maintenance cost may be higher in terms of spare parts? Thanks!
    a lot of them have hidden history, clocked and other unknowns

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    Quote Originally Posted by imparanoic:
    a lot of them have hidden history, clocked and other unknowns
    That's not too uncommon for real local cars.