So, the new import regulations 2019 were finally released with some major improvements bound to put a grin on enthusiasts’ faces.
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YES – We have secure indoor storage available now for anyone wanting to get a jump on the market prior to 10 December 2019, which is only 10 months away and will be on us before we know it.
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Bear in mind that some classics may take months to source so it’s advisable not to leave it to the last few weeks.
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YES – the 25 Year Rule is definitely on and applies to passenger cars, offroad passenger cars (Yes – Landcruisers, Safaris, Surfs etc.), motorcycles and light goods vehicles.
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More flexibility on modified cars under the 25 Year Rule – age will be based on the date of the last modification.
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SEVS performance threshold is now fixed at 110 kW/T for vehicles built before Jan 2020 and 130 kW/T if built after Jan 2020 (previously this was 110 kW/T for 1992 and older + 1 kW/T for every year after that).
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This will enable many more models to be approved for import.
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Perhaps the BIGGEST change to new SEVS is much more flexibility in the consideration of model VARIANTS.
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This will allow the import of a wide range of models that were sold here new but as a different spec.
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“Significantly different” is now better defined with examples, and is actually quite open.
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PLUS now we can import virtually any hybrid, electric and kei class car providing it wasn’t sold new in Australia in the same spec.
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Our import regulations page has been updated with further details on the full import options and eligibility criteria including what is considered a different variant, so check it out and let us know what new models you have your eye on, we’ll be happy to provide current market pricing and landed price estimates.
