Anyone know the cost of importing a car ? Then do they just have to be VIN inspected to get on the road?
tamarillo,
Feb 15, 12:10am
Nope, there is all the info you need online at, I think, vtnz site. Google is your friend, it lays it all for you. Imported cars go through a much more vigorously process that has caught some out, newly restored old cars have had to be pulled apart so they can see repairs. Not saying that happens all the time but have seen it happen. It also has to have approval for NZ. If it's a standard car no worries but if it's rare you'll need type approval I think it's called. Left hand drive is only ok for older cars or need exemptions. Basically Google it, there is too much involved to say here and you need the full picture. Is there a reason you'd want to? Not usually worth it unless it's rare or special to you.
kimbo88,
Feb 15, 12:57am
It's all on the NZTA website. All vehicles imported to NZ have to meet all the requirements for emissions etc, regardless from where they are imported, unless they fall under one of the few exceptions, which are rare. Generally speaking, as tamarillo says above, importing from Aussie is too difficult and too expensive, and if the car doesn't meet the requirements here (or be covered by exception) it can't be complied. Here is the info you need from the NZTA website: http://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicle/importing/index.html
e*****7,
Feb 15, 3:56am
Looking at importing a 73 statesman, any idea of shipping costs?
vjregal770,
Feb 15, 6:38am
Call a shipping company. I've used Jenners to ship a car from the US, they were very good. They will email you a breakdown of all costs eg, MAF, Customs, etc etc
bashfulbro,
Feb 15, 6:53am
I recently priced shipping a new Izuzu MU X, from Brisbane to Auckland. $2300, for shipping,,,,very reasonable, A Statesman would maybe be a little bit longer in the body, but i think it wouldn`t be much different, remember there is GST to pay on the vehicle price, plus shipping cost. being a 2nd hand vehicle, there could be extra cleaning costs too. I priced with Jenner Freight, who have previously bought two vehicles from the USA for me, they were excellent, they specialise in doing this.
intrade,
Feb 15, 6:57am
isuzu mu wont be able to ever register in nz from australia must have euro 4 emission engine australia is not exempted from import laws airbag is also compolsury over 20 year old vehicle different laws might apply do your research befor you import anything. i see you said a new one did not think mu had a new one out , i want the new terrano
yes highly likely but you can cought out if it complys to australia dont means it will here. WE have i think stability controll also as must have feature on brand new imports.
henderson_guy,
Feb 15, 7:09am
Safety & Security: Anti-skid Brake System (ABS) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Traction Control System (TCS) Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) 6 Airbags: dual front, curtain and side Rear view camera Rear park assist Side anti-intrusion bars Engine immobilizer Anti-theft
westwyn,
Feb 15, 7:49am
The majority of Australia to New Zealand used vehicle (i.e. not a new car made in Australia) roll-on roll-off (RORO) shipping is handled by Autohub Logistics, based in Kumeu, Auckland. You could also talk to Dolphin Shipping in Parnell, and also Jacanna Customs and Freight in Te Atatu South.
Believe it or not, Australia is now the second largest country of origin for imported vehicles entering New Zealand!
franc123,
Feb 15, 7:57am
Just got to watch out for the flood, hail and fire damaged repaired ones.
kazbanz,
Feb 15, 8:50am
If its qa NEW mu then it will be fine. 2010 and Newer Mu's pass euro 4
westwyn,
Jun 16, 2:13pm
Yes, although the hail damaged ones sold in Brisbane for close to retail pricing! Crazy- you wouldn't even get a look in on those.
I'm off tomorrow morning (Monday) on the red-eye for another Australian battle. sigh.
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