Extra seweet - I dunno...
Shipping costs and especilly import taxes really cut in. Parts are way better available in the US, and lots cheaper. Engine (related) parts are readily available about everywhere, whereas the few shops around here who do have some US stuff on the shelf, are not particularly cheap.
Taxes on my carb kit for instance - 967 Euro, currently $1265!
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