Ozstatman wrote:
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humanpotatohybrid wrote:....Do you know the process for titling imported vehicles in Australia?

When I bought the '41 120 Club Coupe from the USA back in 2007 the "titling" wasn't an issue as long as you had a clear US title for the car. The car needed to pass a safety and mechanical inspection in my State(New South Wales) I would expect a similar set up for Trigresses State(Western Australa).

A major factor in importing a car into OZ is that the paperwork, including the title, must be in order. As part of that process DFAT(A Government body - The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) must issue an Import Permit for the car. No Import Permit, no import. Got the Permit easily on line then sweated on the title arriving because the car was on a Ship before I received the title from the US. Title arrived before the ship docked, so all was well. The only surprise was, having to pay the government 10 percent GST(Goods and Services Tax) of the purchase price of a secondhand car.

Now it's even tougher importing cars with Asbestos being brought into the equation. ie no asbestos in brake and clutch linings or in gaskets or anywhere else in the car. Prior inspection before shipping together with certification that it is "asbestos free" is your best bet. Otherwise, it will be taken to a facility and pulled apart (at your expense) to determine whether it is asbestos free or not.

moodydavid16 wrote:
I know its not a Caribbean but I just was on another forum and someone is selling their 1956 400, have you checked that one out?

humanpotatohybrid wrote:
Sent a DM.

Unless you have a strong preference, I would lean towards the 56 Patrician, it's cheaper. The 400 is very original and they want a bit of a premium for it seems like, though both have the original drivetrain and upholstery still. Not to mention that normally 55 prices are 5-10% higher than 55, and they are rarer too. Just food for thought.

If you get to talking, I might be able to drop by and get some more pics/videos. The seller doesn't live near the cars, they are stored in her dad's friend's garage. It's unusual but I purchased my 400 from her so I know it's legitimate.

Do you know the process for titling imported vehicles in Australia?