Technical Tips > Importing - Cars & Parts. Also RMS (RTA) Regs
Buying a 1976 C3 in NSW not registered and recently imported
StephenSLR:
--- Quote from: AZ316 on August 24, 2014, 09:01:43 AM ---the car should technically need only minor modifications to get ADR compliance (seat belts, lights?) and rego. So why would someone avoid this process.......... obviously something not 100%??
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If it's stock you only need to change the headlights.
Yep, to import and not register doesn't sound right.
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Scott:
--- Quote from: StephenSLR on August 24, 2014, 09:19:28 PM ---Yep, to import and not register doesn't sound right.
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Not really. Everyone brings them in to flip and make a buck, same as the mustangs. Most of these are cheap cars and will need a few $$$ spent to get them up to roadworthy status. Generally it involves getting hall the lights, wipers and electrics working, and replacing suspension bushes and tierods etc. Tyres will be stuffed too, and there will be a few hidden oil leaks to boot. Rust will likely be in there as well, but it's hard to check the birdcage thoroughly.
If you are good with the spanners and aren't afraid to jump in the deep end, then buy an uncomplied car. If you aren't as confident, buy a regoed one, even from a different state. You won't save that much from importing one from the states as the market is saturated with US muscle at the moment.
StephenSLR:
--- Quote from: Scott on August 24, 2014, 09:28:33 PM ---Not really. Everyone brings them in to flip and make a buck, same as the mustangs.
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You're correct some will bring in project cars and perhaps sell them as projects or when they realise they're more trouble than what they're worth to register and give up on them but it sounds like the OP is not after a project.
To flip them, the biggest bucks are made when you sell them registered.
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AZ316:
Thanks for the insight guys.
I am looking for a project (if the price is right). I am an ex-mechanic and a hydraulic engineer so the hands on/tech phase is all good.
I suppose my only thought process is if I import one at least I would know what needs to be rectified and the condition of the vehicle? or am I being optimistic :huh:
bfit:
--- Quote from: AZ316 on August 25, 2014, 02:20:59 PM ---Thanks for the insight guys.
I am looking for a project (if the price is right). I am an ex-mechanic and a hydraulic engineer so the hands on/tech phase is all good.
I suppose my only thought process is if I import one at least I would know what needs to be rectified and the condition of the vehicle? or am I being optimistic :huh:
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If you want a project car
then one that is in the country is the best as you an inspect the car your self and make an informed decision
you will find a 69 - 72 for reasonable cost if you don't rush into it.
a 72 350 manual conv. sold recently for 22K
Bfit
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