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[dt_gap height=”10″ /] The new vehicle import regulations we have all been waiting for were finally passed by the Aust. Govt. yesterday… after 5 long years. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] At last, Australian consumers will have a greater choice of vehicles at lower prices including low emissions options [dt_gap height=”10″ /] What happens next ? [dt_gap […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] We are asked on a daily basis when the vehicle import regulation changes will kick in. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] New legislation has been proposed now for about 4 years ! [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Everyone is waiting for a refresh of the existing import regulations for Australia which are becoming somewhat stale and uninspiring – […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Only 23 submissions were made to the Committee reviewing the draft legislation for vehicle import regulation changes; 20 from affected businesses and industry bodies including 1 submission from the Govt. itself. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Leaving just 3 submissions from individuals. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] With this level of apathy from Aust consumers it’s […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Road Vehicle Standards Bill 2018 and related bills have been referred by the Australian Senate to a Committee for enquiry and report back to the Govt. by 7 May 2018. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The following is reproduced from an email received on 3 April 2018. Closing date for submissions if you […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] The new (Draft) vehicle import legislation was introduced to Parliament yesterday. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Govt. has also released a 32 page draft Cost Recovery Plan setting out proposed costs for the new SEVS. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] On first glance, some costs seem unreasonably high – particularly application fees of between $700 to […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Importers of low numbers of used vehicles into Australia will now be able to import approx. 35 vehicles per year (up to 25kg of gas) without degassing or obtaining a license, thanks to recent amendments to the Degassing Laws. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The rule was originally limited to no more than 5 […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] From 1 January 2018 the 5% import duty will no longer apply to vehicles originating from Japan and the USA. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] A simple Certificate of Origin form must be submitted to Australian Customs at the time of completing the import entry. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Removal of the 5% import duty […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Import Regulation Changes will be delayed at least a further 6 months to around mid-2019 according to today’s Media Release from Minister Paul Fletcher: [dt_gap height=”5″ /] Stakeholder consultation period ending 28 Feb 2018 New legislation then to be passed through both houses of Parliament Reforms to commence 12 months AFTER the […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] 2021 UPDATE – Sorry, we are no longer taking orders for the R35 GTR as the prices are now too high in Japan for viable import. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Related News – Nov 2007 to Jan 2009 R35 GTR now approved for import [dt_gap height=”10″ /] R35 GTR – we are receiving a lot […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] According to today’s Media Release from Minister Paul Fletcher, the 2019 Import Regulation Changes WILL NOT allow the parallel import of new cars. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Media Release cites “cost and complexity” outweighing “minimal consumer benefit” for this complete backflip on what was proudly announced by the Minister only 18 months ago (and […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Latest Update December 2017 ~ 2019 Vehicle Import Regulation Changes – Draft Legislation Announced [dt_gap height=”5″ /] When first announced in Feb 2016 the proposed import regulation reforms sounded very positive — not only for motoring enthusiasts but for all Australians. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] AND a long time coming. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] 7News: Many car buyers wanting to purchase imports claim Australians are being ripped off, with vehicles far cheaper overseas. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Typical differences in new car prices can be seen from the comparison of four popular models above. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Watch the full 7News report: [dt_gap height=”10″ /] It’s now […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] With proposed changes to the Australian Vehicle Import Regulations looming in 2018, it’s worth a reminder that people movers such as the Nissan Elgrand, Toyota Estima and Mitsubishi Delica will most likely be blocked from import as a secondhand vehicle (unless they are a hybrid). [dt_gap height=”10″ /] There may only be 6 months […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Numerous pages have been popping up on Facebook and Instagram in the last 12 months claiming they are busy preparing to source new cars come 2018, posting up pictures of high end cars and promising huge savings. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] As far as we can tell, these “businesses” don’t actually exist other […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Last week Australian Customs released an updated list of questions for imported vehicles requiring any asbestos components to be declared / removed at the time of import to Australia. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Importing motor vehicles that contain components such as gaskets, brake pads and clutch pads that include asbestos is prohibited in […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Proposed Govt. changes to the vehicle import regulations in 2018 would lead to increased competition in the Australian Car market by allowing the direct import of new cars by individuals. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Australian car industry is protected by restrictive import regulations (and taxes) which means all Australians pay much more for […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] AIMVIA President, Jack Sandher, recently appeared on 7 News Sydney. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] AIMVIA is now regularly engaging with mainstream media, who are again taking an interest in the proposed changes to importing legislation and how it will affect both enthusiasts and everyday working families. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Thanks to 7 News […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Under a revised and in many ways more restrictive Import Scheme for Aust in 2018, many enthusiast vehicle models will remain blocked from import if they were originally sold here new and other options will be quietly removed… [dt_gap height=”10″ /] It appears likely that people movers such as the Toyota Estima, Nissan Elgrand and […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Australian Government is now considering the detailed thresholds against which vehicles will be assessed under the revised Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme (SEVS 2018). [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Feedback on the proposed thresholds is welcomed by COB Monday 31 October 2016 to MVSAreview@infrastructure.gov.au [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The following update summarises information provided by the MVSA Review Taskforce […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Want a comprehensive Japanese odometer check for your imported Japanese car or one you plan to buy ? [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Or to find out what your car sold for in Japan ? [dt_gap height=”10″ /] A service called Japan Car History Check provides Japanese auction records for most Japanese imports going as far back as 2007, […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] From 2018, proposed changes to the Vehicle Import Regulations will make it possible for new car import by anyone in Australia, not just the big car makers. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Private individuals will be able to organise their own new car import to Australia every 2 years. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This will apply to new cars […]
Following is the latest update from the Australian Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (AIMVIA). Over the past week there has been significant media interest in AIMVIA, with print and online content backed up by radio interviews in Sydney. The tone of the initial articles suggested concern by FCAI members over proposals by the Turnbull Government to […]
In case you’ve not seen the news… [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Coordinated police raids on Sydney car dealers two days ago have resulted in one dealership, “Dream Car City”, having its trading immediately suspended. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Videos below show police raids on several well known Sydney dealerships, including Edward Lees Imports on Parramatta Road. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] […]
[dt_gap height=”10″ /] 2021 UPDATE – Sorry, we are no longer taking orders for the R35 GTR as the prices are now too high in Japan for viable import. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Sept 2017 Update – 2007 to Feb 2009 R35 GTR eligible for import under SEVS 2019 [dt_gap height=”10″ /] How to import R35 GTR […]
We’ve been receiving a large number of enquiries asking when it will be possible to start using the new 25 year rule to import vehicles like the early 90’s Honda NSX, as announced by the Govt. this week. Want to import Honda NSX under new 25 year import rule ? You’re definitely not alone ! ONLINE […]
This morning the Govt. provided details of their plans to change the vehicle import regulations. We have briefly summarised what this will actually mean here. Under the proposed changes the NSX and other popular enthusiast models that were previously ineligible for import, as well as a wide range of new cars, will become available for road use. You […]
