Xeladin Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 Hi all Im really new to the car world, so i need some base knowledge. Anyway i was thinking of importing a skyline to australia but all i know is the FOB price what other prices and fees do i have to add on? and what else do i have to know about when importing. The FOB price was 170, 000 yen which is around $2000 in Australian. I probably wont get one now but i would like to if i could, but i would definetely import later on, so any info now would help. My friends Dad does Overseas trading to so i might be able to get some help with the customs and shipping hopefully. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericjayrol Posted April 28, 2010 Share Posted April 28, 2010 (edited) You'll wanna look into Compliance costs, handling and shipping costs, import tax and a lot more that im not too sure about. It should all come to a price close to the regular retail cost of the car were it an Australian build, but you will be saving if its done right check this site out for more detailed info about importing: http://www.j-spec.com.au/ Edited April 28, 2010 by Ericjayrol Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5204274 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JS2010 Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 (edited) I also currently looking to import cars from Japan, cousin is living in Tokyo so he can bid auction cars for us. My cousin is working in a "Car Company" so does has a licence to bid. Here are some useful links: DIY Importing http://www.raws.com.au/ImportPurchase.asp#DIY General Info: http://carizma.com.au/Pages/Import%20-%20Regulations.htm A Government Web: http://www.infrastructure.gov.au/roads/veh...cles/index.aspx General F&Q: http://www.prestigemotorsport.com.au/modules/wffaq/ SEVS Register http://www.raws.com.au/SEVSReg.asp?fs_Make..._Page=2#results Good Luck. Edited April 29, 2010 by JS2010 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Messiah Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 if i recall you need a license to bid... not just residence so you'll need a licensed agent in jap. to OP. J-specs a very good place to go for info... he has buckets of it... plus a nice nifty new site that i troll daily, look it up. if your looking to actually import, then j-spec can help there too, there are also others like Iron Chef, Beer Baron, etc etc who are also hugely helpful. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205590 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Chef Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 I consulted my magic 8 ball about your chances of importing a car successfully: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Messiah Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 see.... told you he's hugely helpful Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205620 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Chef Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 hahaha, sorry just being economical with my words... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205623 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JS2010 Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 His company has licence to bid. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205642 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JS2010 Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 His company has licence to bid. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205645 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Eps Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 i have a bloke at my work going the same route as this ie: i'm going for a trip to japan in august and gonna buy 8 or so cars - lanEvo, 33GTR and supra and "get em cheap n then flog em off in australia" he doesn't want to use a broker, he wants to do it all himself, i have told him time and time again that it's NOT THAT EASY especially when you're working for the state government at graduate level. if only kristian could send this gent the post he showed here. "outlook not good" hahahha. btw - good one kris.! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205658 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimbod Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Save yourself a lot of time and money and heartache and get one of the guys here[ Iron Chef etc] to do it for you. I have just had a GTR bought , and shipped here and the compliance is just about done[ DOTARS and public servants taking their time]. I am lucky that I have a friend in the business. The amount of paperwork in Japan and here and shipping is enormous, so in the long run get somebody who does it for a living and only takes a small amount to get it for you. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5205777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hlghlander Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 true if your not there to meet it at the port half the crap is likely to be ripped out and sold on ebay ? insurance should kick in but what an inconvenience if it happens regularly Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5206148 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Eps Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 most cars dont have much in them... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5206164 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NISMO Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Honestly, unless your in the business i have NFI why you would risk delays and problems to save $1k. Once the car gets to Aus, its not that bad, as I've look after cleaning, customs etc, and its not hard, but is stressfull for a first timer. The part that would scare me though is de-reg in Japan, and getting teh car on a boat. I was a little lucky as had a good compliance shop that walked me through everything i needed. Without them i reckon the car would still be on the docks Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/318467-im-really-new-to-the-imports-and-cars/#findComment-5207001 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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