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Hey all,

Just wondering if anybody here has bought a car from Carmen Import Centre at Brendale QLD (used to be Lawnton QLD till Nov 2002)???

Hoping someone can tell me if they got a good deal and are happy with there car etc.

I'm looking at getting a dark grey R33gtst, 5 speed 93/94 imported by them for 20k - they tell me Ill have change left

over for rego and a decent stereo...

Or if anybody can recommend a good importer in the Brisbane maybe Gold Coast area QLD???

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i live in brisbane and got my car complianced there as well.

i did not need to give a deposit and they held the plate for 6 months until i was ready. i do not know of any other company that would do this. i found them very good and helpful as i have had some engine running problems later and they have helped heaps over the phone.

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