BobW

Here are 2 Australian companies that stretch Hummers. I will most likely be accused of something for doing this, but let me make this statement first: I have NOT worked for these firms, I do NOT work for them. I have nothing to do with them what-so-ever. I'm just trying to help a fellow member. So ease up on the negative comments. Even though i am new to SAU i have been in the automotive industry for decades repairing, purchasing and selling. I have many contacts both here and overseas so obtaining this info was easy. Hope this helps. Hope it's allowed. This company is in WA. They have a website you can go to, but I'm not putting it here it's not worth the trouble. They build a very unique stretch. High quality. Telephone: + 61 8 9409 2097 Email: [email protected] Enquires are welcomed between 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday. This ones in Vic. They have a website also. Presidential Coachbuilders Email [email protected] Phone +61 (0) 3 9532 1414 Facsimile +61 (0) 3 9532 1023.

Sorry Jonny/Kujotk we are not the same person. I don't know who hummerman is. Never met him I joined to get info about V35 Skyline. I intend bringing one in myself, for myself. I happened upon the Importing Vehicles topic by chance. As I have had experience at importing many cars, trucks, jetski's from Japan I just wanted to help someone. There are so many pitfalls that one can fall into and if I can save someone a lot of bother, whats wrong with that? AND UNLIKE OTHERS, I HAVE NO CONNECTION WITH ANY COMPANY OR WEBSITE I HAVE GIVEN. I AM NOT IN BUSINESS NOR WOULD I ADVERTISE FOR ONE. Also, I have never used that company nor do I need to, I do everything myself. All I know is that they are very helpful. I just wanted to help the man out, that's what this whole website is about!!! Is that okay with you? Or do you think that everyone who gives out free info is sus or adverstising? The moderators can check to see if your accusation is true or not, and then they can take the appropriate action if necassary.

Hi I have no idea how much they charge, i have never used one. BUT the following site is an Australian company that specializes in bringing in odd items from the states(boats, motor homes, trucks , cars etc.). They are extremely helpful. They will guide you through the maize and put you in touch with the right people in the states. If you have any queries don't hesitate to ask them. Of course, they charge a fee for their service. But it's worth it... Ian Mcindoe [email protected] Skype: Ian.Mcindoe PO Box 931 Burleigh Heads Queensland 4220 Office +61 (0)2 66426724 Mobile +61 (0)404056363 www.import-a-boat.com.au Please contact him. Have fun BobW

Hi Hummerman If you check out the following sites you will find that you are allowed to import a stretch Hummer(built by Krystal). First site is the approved vehicles. http://rvcs-prodweb.dot.gov.au/sevs/sevsindex.htm Second site gives you the firms that are approved to comply them. If you wish to import an approved vehicle, you have to get the (RAW) to do the Gov. paper work and the complying. You MUST check with them first to see if they will do the job. I have had experience with some who are approved but did NOT want to comply other peoples vehicles, they wanted to only do their own imports. But with the down turn in the market now I do not think that happens anymore. http://raws.dotars.gov.au/rawswebpublic/RA...rch.asp#results All of this can be very daunting if you do not know what you are have to do. Maybe better to purchase your stretches here. I have brought in over 40 vehicles from Japan, so I kinda know what is involved. As for importing from the States, if the vehicle can fit in a container(20ft or 40ft long) it is better than deck cargo(set charge for a container no matter how much you put in it) just phone a shipping company to get a quote. You can put 2 vehicles in the one container(one on the bottom then the other one sits on a frame on top, if the 2 vehicles are to high they are put in an open top container then the top has a cover put over it(these are then Top Loaded on the ship). Also it is protected way better. Dock workers DO NOT treat vehicles very well. They will steal parts, damage when moving around etc. (speaking from experience) but when it's locked away in a container they find it a lot harder to get at. Also, when purchasing from overseas beware of the exchange rate. Add that to the shipping/customs fee/10% GST/15% duty/quarantine fee/towing /compliance/changing from left to righthand/ etc. and the cost sure adds up quickly. Vehicles may seem cheap to purchase in the States, but are they worth it in the long run???? Also, Are you going to go to the States purchase the cars, do all the paper work re customs/markings etc. arrange the shipping, put them in the container, tie them down, arrange for them to be taken to the wharf and so on? There is a lot involved. You can get a broker over there to do all of this for you AT COST. All something to think about. Hope this helps you bobw

Hi just joined today. Have been to Japan many times and bought cars from the auctions over there. Now I'm thinking of purchasing a V35 350GT-8. So I have joined to learn as much as I can before I part with the hard earned cash. Will be buying thru an auction agent this time (after my indepth research). Works out cheaper than the airfare, accomadation, food, travel etc. Have owned Nissan BE-1,(little toy car) R33 Turbo, Twin Turbo Soarer, MU 4x4, Jag XJ6, BMW 318i, M Benz 190E all bought from the auctions in Japan. My wife loved the 2.5 lt twin turbo soarer the best. Me,the R33 turbo. Good site Great info BobW