Originally Posted by 6MT

A used car is not subject to Canadian laws regarding required "equipment". IE: a used vehicle from another country would not be required to have the metric dash. Because it has already been in service, that requirement does not take effect. But if it was new (not yet into service), then it would be subject to Transport Canada regulations regarding what is required in Canada. Another easier way of looking at it would be the DRL's. In Canada, it's a requirement on all vehicles (and has been since the 90's). In the USA, for example, not all states require them.

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