Tavigal Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Hi all, Does anyone know which insurance companies insure vehicles from the point of arrival (shipping from AU to UK) before the vehicle is registered/MOTd and has been issued with a registration plate? Seems like a potential catch 22 situation, so I'm keen to learn from other people's experiences before we get to this point in our moving process later this year what your experiences have been/potential problems that can be avoided with guidance. Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortlepuss Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Would also like to know this - also be keen to know how long it takes to get the car back.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gravy258 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 You need to Google 'insure car on vin number' on Google UK. There's loads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tavigal Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 You need to Google 'insure car on vin number' on Google UK. There's loads Thanks, that seems to be the way to go (using the VIN). Thanks for the tip about what phrase to use on Google. It looks as though we'll find the info we need Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFinOZ Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Hi Tavigal. We are going through the same dilemma at present as we are planning to take two vehicles back to the UK. However, I am beginning to have second thoughts the more I find out!! I found that the shipping time given by general shipping companies is 6-8 weeks for 'sole use' containers, ie one car in a 20' container, or 9-11 weeks for 'groupage', ie your car goes with other peoples stuff, but is cheaper. In either case you should add a week for customs clearance. Insurance before registration: I have been talking to a specialist company in the UK who will handle: collection from shipping company warehouse, modifications to comply (eg speedo), IVA and/or MoT test, registration and delivery to my new address. They have confirmed that their motor traders insurance covers the car(s) all the way to my new address. Relatively expensive but a lot easier to let them handle all the details. They have said to allow 6 weeks between collection and delivery. Also, if you haven't already checked you might find it cheaper to sell here and buy an equivalent car there. In my case the new car, Honda CRV, (just over the minimum 6 months to avoid import duty) is break-even and the 1970 Beetle convertible HAS to go!! Another thing - you will find it difficult to get insurance! Imported vehicle / recently returned ex-pat / no claims bonus not transferable = triple whammy. However you can find specialist insurance brokers, some of whom WILL arrange for NCB to be transferred. Good luck!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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