[spookypt]

Prior to when I imported my car (Jan - March 2010) I had to do a full submission including detailed car pics etc plus had to submit my complete motor racing history and experience (courses/events etc) plus CAMS license, QRDA license and assoicated race courses events I have done....

It's a tough process... 1/2 mill $ race Ferari's imported into Aus that can never be rego'd attract LCT even though they are designated race cars and should come in under that rule! All to do with being able to fit passenger seats. Another costly issue!

The easiest car to import is an open wheel race car as it fits into the criteria well however the bit about ensuring nothing comparable built in Aus poses an issue as well. An open wheel race car should only atract 5% duty and GST if you can get it passed the Australian manufactured bit!.

There is NO certainty and some cars have or nearly have been sent back. The easiest way is to get all your paper work together and present it 1st off in a concise manner and it will avoid headaches. If you can't/don't get a VIA (vehicle import approval) certificate then you don't buy it!

On the ebay scenario you just have to do your diligence 1st and submit and if you don't get it best don't bid! Easier said than done I know. A VIA is $50 so its like getting a RACQ inspection or a REVS check before you buy a car here in Oz...It's not perfect and timing is an issue I know I know...

It's a nightmare no matter how you look at it and I'm glad my business doesn't rely on it as its the usual beaucratic nightmare! Might make cars already here increase in value maybe... Dunno.

Spookypt