Ever wondered what it takes to import a car from Japan to Australia? Today, we're diving into the complete process!
Join us at OnStreet Garage as we break down every step—from finding the perfect vehicle at Japanese auctions to navigating the complexities of Australian import laws. Whether you're a car enthusiast or looking to undertake your own import project, this video is packed with all the information you need.
What you'll learn in this video:
Legal Requirements: Understand the Australian Design Rules (ADR) and the process for obtaining a Vehicle Import Approval (VIA).
Finding Your Vehicle: Insights into the best auctions for finding highquality vehicles and how to ensure you choose the right one.
The Import Process: From bidding to shipping and customs clearance, learn how we handle each phase.
Costs Explained: A detailed breakdown of the total costs involved in importing my own personal 100 Series Land Cruiser.
Tips & Tricks: Our top tips for making the import process as smooth as possible based on years of experience.
Featured in this video:
OnStreet Garage shares reallife examples and expertise to guide you through your import journey.
Don't miss our cost breakdown at the end of the video for a full transparency on what it really costs to bring a Land Cruiser to Australia.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 New donor car reveal and 1hz plans
02:20 Import rules / What should i look out for
04:52 Finding Your Vehicle / Where to look and what to look for
07:13 The Buying Process
08:51 Shipping RORO vs Container
09:51 Paperwork and Documents
10:18 Collecting and registering your new car
11:55 How much did it cost!
15:05 Tips and tricks
18:17 Donor car is here!
18:33 1hz New paint update!
17:20 Outro
Next up! Detailed Tour of an import 100 Series Land Cruiser Inside and Out"
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