Hey Kyle, that's a great idea. I might get in on this. I need to replace the clutch in my 83, and depending on cost, I might replace the seats. Mine are shot, totally ratty, but I don't want to spend more than a couple hundred bucks at most on seats.
Importing a car that is NOT going to be registered to be driven (i.e. parts car) is definitely easier, because you don't need insurance, trip permits, etc. and you don't have to pay PST, which saves a bundle. Plus, you may as well ship in on an open trailer, which is significantly cheaper than an enclosed trailer.
Have you seen my "dissertation" on importing? Some good info there:
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/showthread.php?threadid=288322