Author Topic: Need help importing? (Read 3327 times)

tenaciousd199 · « **on:** May 19, 2011, 05:31:24 am »

Hey guys,

I just joined this forum after doing a lot of research. Lately I've been contemplating exporting cars. As of right now, I work at a Ford dealership in Las Vegas. It would be VERY easy for me to get you any cars (brand new or not) that you would want.

I just need to know whether there would be any interest in this at all. I'm sure its near impossible to work a deal with a dealership without spending a ton of time coming out here.

If anyone on here could point me in the right direction or give any advice. I work in the service department and definitely know my cars.

Thanks,
Dylan

Phoenix · « **Reply #1 on:** May 19, 2011, 07:25:23 am »

In New South Wales and I assume other states all vehicles less than 30 years old must be right hand drive. There are a few exeptions for special vehicles where left hand drive is beneficial but all new cars must be right hand drive. This then limits any vehicles that you could supply to those that are pre 1981.

Cheers Phoenix.

tenaciousd199 · « **Reply #2 on:** May 19, 2011, 12:56:39 pm »

Quote from: Phoenix link=topic=14504.msg147704#msg147704

In New South Wales and I assume other states all vehicles less than 30 years old must be right hand drive. There are a few exeptions for special vehicles where left hand drive is beneficial but all new cars must be right hand drive. This then limits any vehicles that you could supply to those that are pre 1981.

Cheers Phoenix.

I definitely noticed all that, but isn't there quite a few places that do the conversions regularly that RTA approves?

I have easy access to any Shelby GT500 people would want. Plus all sorts of Corvette's, special edition Mustangs etc.

I'm more so wondering if there's a market for it.

Ash · « **Reply #3 on:** May 19, 2011, 02:36:53 pm »

Yes, but the cost of the conversion is quite often more then the cost of the car.

Rock65 · « **Reply #4 on:** May 20, 2011, 02:42:46 am »

How much would a fully trained ford mechanic charge for a full inspection Dylan? Cheers Rock

tenaciousd199 · « **Reply #5 on:** May 20, 2011, 06:07:00 am »

Quote from: Ash link=topic=14504.msg147731#msg147731

Yes, but the cost of the conversion is quite often more then the cost of the car.

I've been looking at prices quite a bit and its looking to me like brand new GT500's are going for about 160,000 AUD. Which is even more USD. The conversions cost about 20,000 AUD right? Do you know of any reputable shops?

Quote from: Rock65 link=topic=14504.msg147731#msg147731

How much would a fully trained ford mechanic charge for a full inspection Dylan? Cheers Rock

Depending on what it is, its usually around 200 USD. Which would include checking oil, coolant, brake fluid, differential fluid, transmission fluid, washer fluid, brake fluid, transfer case fluid, computer scan for codes, inspect for damage from a previous accident, ball joints, U joints, bushings, bearings, exhaust system for leaks, brake pads, parking brake, A/C & heater working, etc.

Ash · « **Reply #6 on:** May 20, 2011, 07:03:28 am »

Quote from: tenaciousd199 link=topic=14504.msg147788#msg147788

Quote from: Ash link=topic=14504.msg147731#msg147731
Yes, but the cost of the conversion is quite often more then the cost of the car.

I've been looking at prices quite a bit and its looking to me like brand new GT500's are going for about 160,000 AUD. Which is even more USD. The conversions cost about 20,000 AUD right? Do you know of any reputable shops?

I was looking into converting some other cars and they were all around the $36000 and up. Pretty shit considering the car was only going to cost me mid teens to purchase.

Not sure of a Mustang conversion but I would have no doubt it would be that or more.

BLKPNY · « **Reply #7 on:** May 20, 2011, 08:03:16 am »

The last conversion I know of, was a 2006 Mustang, and cost $45k

tenaciousd199 · « **Reply #8 on:** May 24, 2011, 05:22:22 am »

Quote from: BLKPNY link=topic=14504.msg147791#msg147791

The last conversion I know of, was a 2006 Mustang, and cost $45k

Ouch....Think anyone would be interested in buying a 2012 GT500 LHD minus the cost of the conversion?

BLKPNY · « **Reply #9 on:** May 24, 2011, 08:00:24 am »

I know of a 2010 Shelby convertible for $145k converted and complied, and it hasn't sold quickly.

tenaciousd199 · « **Reply #10 on:** June 03, 2011, 07:54:27 am »

Quote from: BLKPNY link=topic=14504.msg148112#msg148112

I know of a 2010 Shelby convertible for $145k converted and complied, and it hasn't sold quickly.

Are there more people looking for classic mustangs that can be imported as a LHD?

BLKPNY · « **Reply #11 on:** June 03, 2011, 08:29:55 am »

Yes, they are affordable, and easily registered.

Did you get my U2U message?

Macka · « **Reply #12 on:** June 03, 2011, 04:24:55 pm »

tenaciousd199 ... good to see you on the forum

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