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Hi,

im after abit of information, im looking at importing a pre 1986' car from japan. just wondering if anyone could tell me what is required to get the car rego? and the cost.

Also does anyone know just a general cost of importing a car (shipping fees etc) also what is the go with tax if the car is value between 5 and 10k?

edit: also are you allow to bring in a car which is mod? (for example has a rollcage?)

Thanks Michael :(

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Alert - Importation of Vehicles Manufactured Before 1 January 1989

The Government has announced changes to the arrangements for the importation of vehicles 15 years or older. Under the new rules, vehicles manufactured before 1 January 1989 may be imported without restriction. Vehicles built during 1989 (or later) will need to qualify under the Registered Automotive Workshop Scheme (RAWS).

The new rules apply from 13 May 2005. However, transitional arrangements will apply to importers who have made a financial commitment prior to the Minister's announcement on 7 February 2005. These arrangements will continue until 31 December 2005. The Media Release and Frequently Asked Questions outline the new requirements and detail the transitional arrangements.

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Alert - Importation of Vehicles Manufactured Before 1 January 1989

The Government has announced changes to the arrangements for the importation of vehicles 15 years or older. Under the new rules, vehicles manufactured before 1 January 1989 may be imported without restriction. Vehicles built during 1989 (or later) will need to qualify under the Registered Automotive Workshop Scheme (RAWS).

The new rules apply from 13 May 2005. However, transitional arrangements will apply to importers who have made a financial commitment prior to the Minister's announcement on 7 February 2005. These arrangements will continue until 31 December 2005. The Media Release and Frequently Asked Questions outline the new requirements and detail the transitional arrangements.

thanks for that information :(

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