PommiePattons Posted July 11, 2013 Share Posted July 11, 2013 Hi Great thread, - year of manufacture -2010 - make, model & variant - Audi A3 Sportback 2.0ltr SE - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) - Sportback (5 door) - engine size & fuel type - 2.0ltr Diesel - transmission - Manual 6 speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - front wheel drive - mileage - 15,000 - any special features, options or modification - no - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £10-11k - Australian RedBook value - $38,900 - Australian market value - $30,000 - which Australian state/city - Adelaide SA Thanks in advance Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Hi, considering bringing a 2013 VW SHARAN 2ltr 140bhp. Automatic diesel with aircon. UK value £23000, can't do Oz value as they don't sell it there. It will e 12 months old by the time we move in aug 14 and will have 15000 miles on, probably intend to keep for long term interested in your advice please? We received your quote request on the website and will do some calculations and let you know what we find out shortly. Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Hi Great thread, - year of manufacture -2010 - make, model & variant - Audi A3 Sportback 2.0ltr SE - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) - Sportback (5 door) - engine size & fuel type - 2.0ltr Diesel - transmission - Manual 6 speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - front wheel drive - mileage - 15,000 - any special features, options or modification - no - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £10-11k - Australian RedBook value - $38,900 - Australian market value - $30,000 - which Australian state/city - Adelaide SA Thanks in advance Anthony Hi Anthony, It looks like the numbers work out quite well on this one so I think most likely a category A however if you want to know more then please feel free to submit a cost estimate request on our website: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyCav Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Hi there can you let me know if it's worthwhile bringing my car over, please? BMW 530d 1994 Saloon 3 litre diesel Automatic Rear wheel drive 142,000kms Beige leather interior, 18 inch alloy wheels Aircon UK - £6,000 Redbook - $26,400 - $29,900 Aus Market - $25,000 Darwin, NT Many thanks Johnny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOKORO Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 Hi, Can you please let me know your thoughts on the below. - year of manufacture -2000 - make, model & variant - BMW 330 Touring - body type - Estate - engine size & fuel type - 3 litre petrol - transmission - Manual 5 speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - Rear wheel drive - mileage - 85,000 miles - any special features, options or modification - no - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £2,000 - Australian RedBook value - They dont seem to do the 3 litre engines in Oz, but the 2.2 is $10,000 - Australian market value - There is a 2 litre diesel on there for $16,000 - which Australian state/city - Queensland Regards Kokora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metcalfs Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Hi Donna, This car is most likely worthwhile bringing along for the journey however if you wanted to know for sure and get more information, including likely costs for the process, then please fill out the form on our website so we can do some proper calculations for you: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Hi Michelle, I think that the costs needed to import this vehicle including getting it ready for road use will be more than it might be worth to sell here in Australia, unless you have space available in your container of household goods to save a little on shipping costs. If you wanted to know for sure then please fill out the form on our website with all of the details of the car so we can calculate the costs for you: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Best wishes, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Thanks for your reply. I think we have decided against taking the car - Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sustain Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 year of manufacture 2010 - make, model & variant Bentley Mulsanne v8 6.8 - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) Sedan - engine size & fuel type 6.8 Petrol - transmission Auto - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) Rear Wheel Drive - mileage 10,000 - any special features, options or modification - does it have aircon Yes - realistic current UK market value $350,000 - Australian RedBook value (www.redbook.com.au - clickthrough to the page with 'Private Price Guide', 'Trade In Price Guide' and'Price When New' listed, then tell us the 'Private Price Guide' range) - Australian market value (http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/search.aspx- search for the closest matching vehicle) $840.000 - which Australian state/city Victoria / Melbourne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard300 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 year of manufacture -1994 - make, model & variant - BMW 3-Series (M3) - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) - Convertible (e36) - engine size & fuel type - 3.0litre Petrol - transmission - Manual 5-speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - Rear wheel drive - mileage - 69.000 - any special features, options or modification - Rare Daytona violet paintwork and Lotus leather - completely origional unmodified example Notable (in the UK) for its low mileage and FULL BMW Service History and condition. - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £5000 - Australian RedBook value - $16.800 - Australian market value - $27 -30.000 - which Australian state/city - Adelaide SA Great thread by the way!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Hi, considering bringing a 2013 VW SHARAN 2ltr 140bhp. Automatic diesel with aircon. UK value £23000, can't do Oz value as they don't sell it there. It will e 12 months old by the time we move in aug 14 and will have 15000 miles on, probably intend to keep for long term interested in your advice please? Especially with models that are not sold in Australia we will need to know as much information as possible about the car and your circumstances before we can give you a really accurate cost estimate. It's always best to fill out the cost estimate request form on our website so we can give you a faster, more accurate reply along with other information that may be helpful to your specific situation. http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Hi there can you let me know if it's worthwhile bringing my car over, please? BMW 530d 1994 Saloon 3 litre diesel Automatic Rear wheel drive 142,000kms Beige leather interior, 18 inch alloy wheels Aircon UK - £6,000 Redbook - $26,400 - $29,900 Aus Market - $25,000 Darwin, NT Many thanks Johnny Hi Johnny, I assume you made a mistake with the year model and that this is actually a 2004 model not 1994. Based on that I would suggest that this would be an excellent car to bring with you, almost certainly in our category A! Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Hi, Can you please let me know your thoughts on the below. - year of manufacture -2000 - make, model & variant - BMW 330 Touring - body type - Estate - engine size & fuel type - 3 litre petrol - transmission - Manual 5 speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - Rear wheel drive - mileage - 85,000 miles - any special features, options or modification - no - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £2,000 - Australian RedBook value - They dont seem to do the 3 litre engines in Oz, but the 2.2 is $10,000 - Australian market value - There is a 2 litre diesel on there for $16,000 - which Australian state/city - Queensland Regards Kokora Hi Kokora, I am not sure that I am looking at the same models as you because I can see a number of models with 3.0L engine however there are no 3 series BMW's in estate models in Australia for this year model. Based on the information provided I would think it's most likely worthwhile bringing this car with you however I would want to check the details and do a proper calculation before giving and solid advice either way, so please fill out the cost estimate request form on our website: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Thank you, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports year of manufacture2010 - make, model & variant Bentley Mulsanne v8 6.8 - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) Sedan - engine size & fuel type 6.8 Petrol - transmission Auto - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) Rear Wheel Drive - mileage 10,000 - any special features, options or modification - does it have aircon Yes - realistic current UK market value $350,000 - Australian RedBook value (www.redbook.com.au - clickthrough to the page with 'Private Price Guide', 'Trade In Price Guide' and'Price When New' listed, then tell us the 'Private Price Guide' range) - Australian market value (http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/search.aspx- search for the closest matching vehicle) $840.000 - which Australian state/city Victoria / Melbourne For this sort of car I would really need to know more as minor differences could easily cause a major cost difference. Please let me know more about the car and your situation including when you purchased it, when you are moving to Australia, and anything else you can tell me as even the smallest things could change the advice I will offer. Either message me here on the forum, email through our website or complete the cost estimate request form below with ALL information possible: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Thank you, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports year of manufacture -1994- make, model & variant - BMW 3-Series (M3) - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) - Convertible (e36) - engine size & fuel type - 3.0litre Petrol - transmission - Manual 5-speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - Rear wheel drive - mileage - 69.000 - any special features, options or modification - Rare Daytona violet paintwork and Lotus leather - completely origional unmodified example Notable (in the UK) for its low mileage and FULL BMW Service History and condition. - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £5000 - Australian RedBook value - $16.800 - Australian market value - $27 -30.000 - which Australian state/city - Adelaide SA Great thread by the way!! It looks like this car might end up owning you a fair bit less than the likely market value so it would be a very good option to bring it with you. Please contact us if you wanted more information, a breakdown of likely costs and/or wanted to get started with the paperwork. Cheers, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard300 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Originally Posted by richard300 year of manufacture -1994 - make, model & variant - BMW 3-Series (M3) - body type (coupe, convertible, etc) - Convertible (e36) - engine size & fuel type - 3.0litre Petrol - transmission - Manual 5-speed - drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc) - Rear wheel drive - mileage - 69.000 - any special features, options or modification - Rare Daytona violet paintwork and Lotus leather - completely origional unmodified example Notable (in the UK) for its low mileage and FULL BMW Service History and condition. - does it have aircon - yes - realistic current UK market value - £5000 - Australian RedBook value - $16.800 - Australian market value - $27 -30.000 - which Australian state/city - Adelaide SA Great thread by the way!! It looks like this car might end up owning you a fair bit less than the likely market value so it would be a very good option to bring it with you. Please contact us if you wanted more information, a breakdown of likely costs and/or wanted to get started with the paperwork. Cheers, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Thanks Craig - I have filled in the full quotation request form form on your website. I have a question which perhaps you or someone else reading this thread may be able to answer. If an official Australian car is worth (say for example) $30.000, how much less in terms of percentage would an imported model be worth? Regards, Richard, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Thanks Craig - I have filled in the full quotation request form form on your website. I have a question which perhaps you or someone else reading this thread may be able to answer. If an official Australian car is worth (say for example) $30.000, how much less in terms of percentage would an imported model be worth? Regards, Richard, Hi Richard, The market value of imported cars is typically expected to be less than Australian delivered models for a number of reasons however with a car of this age it could be worth more depending on the car, how you present it for sale, etc although it will really be a case of looking at each car on a case by case basis because there are many variables and very few things that would actually increase the value of your car. If I had to take a guess based on the information you have provided so far, assuming the car is in good condition and comparable to others for sale in Australia, then I would expect it to be worth maybe 10% less to an average buyer. If you try to sell it to a dealer then they will use any excuse in the book to screw you on price and most likely offer less than half of the Australian market value which is not far off what they would offer anyone even for an Australian model. The golden rules are not to be in a rush to sell the car as the Australian used car market is slow so expect it to take anything from 1-4 months to sell, make sure you present the car well with all service records and any other paperwork available, make sure it's in excellent condition so there is no need for anyone to beat you down on price, and don't get disheartened when you get stupid low offers from dreamers or opportunists because that will happen with any car that is for sale. Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah harmer Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 My husband has a FIAT 500 ABARTH. Cost around £13,000 in the UK for a 2-3 year old still so they are quite expensive. I'm worried these cars are too new, so it would cost a bomb to keep. The only possibility it won't is the fact it is the same as a Fiat 500 - just a better one:biggrin: It is a 2009 Air con 70,000 miles $35,000 (redbook.com.au didn't have many to compare to. Think they were NEW prices) Looking forward to your reply! Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savitar Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 My husband has a FIAT 500 ABARTH. Cost around £13,000 in the UK for a 2-3 year old still so they are quite expensive. I'm worried these cars are too new, so it would cost a bomb to keep. The only possibility it won't is the fact it is the same as a Fiat 500 - just a better one:biggrin: It is a 2009 Air con 70,000 miles $35,000 (redbook.com.au didn't have many to compare to. Think they were NEW prices) Looking forward to your reply! Sarah There are no 2009's on the redbook site but if you look here: http://www.redbook.com.au/cars/research/used/details/2011-abarth-500--595748?R=595748&Silo=spec&Vertical=car&Ridx=1&eapi=2 You will see the second hand prices for a 2011 model with average of only 35,000K Vs your 110,000km. So it would seem yours would be worth far less that this.... : Valuation Prices [TABLE=class: prop-list] [TR] [TD=class: item, bgcolor: transparent][TABLE] [TR] [TD=class: label]* Private Price Guide[/TD] [TD=class: value]$22,000 - $24,500[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD=class: item-alt, bgcolor: transparent][TABLE] [TR] [TD=class: label]* Trade In Price Guide[/TD] [TD=class: value]$17,700 - $20,200[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD=class: item, bgcolor: transparent][TABLE] [TR] [TD=class: label]* Average Km[/TD] [TD=class: value]20,000 - 35,000[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD=class: item-alt, bgcolor: transparent][TABLE] [TR] [TD=class: label]* Price When New[/TD] [TD=class: value]$34,990*Price Guide (EGC)[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Chef Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 ^^^ Agreed, it's the mileage that kills it. They're a great car, but if you can get GBP13,000 for it in the UK, selling it there is a better way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah harmer Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Thanks guys I'll double check the mileage to be sure. Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savitar Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Thanks guys I'll double check the mileage to be sure. Sarah Sarah - I really don't think that milage will be the issue here. Even if the milage was 10,000 miles (rather than 110,000) 09's were never sold in Australia. According to red book the 11's are $22K, if you assume you could even get the same price as the 11 model, given its an import it will be worth less (10-20%). So lets say you could get $22K (Lets just say a miracle happened, your car only has 10,000 miles and you get $22K) you have to compare it to what you would get in the UK, around £13K, which on the current exchange rate is around $22K. Therefore when you factor in the costs of shipping, compliance, etc you would lose money and if it does have 110,000 miles you would get significantly less. Shipping cars like '04 M3's where they are worth £8K in the UK Vs $40K in Australia makes far more financial sense, so that at least you can break even. It sounds to me like your car would be better off with staying in the UK. Then take the $22k you sold it for, add say $6K for the import costs and buy an Australian version when you get there. Something like this perhaps, 2012 model with only 9,000KM : http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Abarth-500-2012/AGC-AD-13910586/?Cr=2&sdmvc=1 At the end of the day its completely your decision but financially it does not seem to make sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah harmer Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Oh my word. How very helpful you have been. Thanks for the info and the links. So appreciated. I would sell the car, but hubby wants to keep it as he has spent time getting it just how he wants it and runs beautifully. It may mean he either comes to terms with parting from it or we spend/waste money on bringing it!! Thanks again Sarah :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PommiePattons Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 Hi, Looking at choices of which car to import. You gave me some detail around my wifes car, but also interested in bringing my car over. I currently have a company car that when I leave my company have the option to buy - BMW 320d. I read on one of your links that you can bring a car over that you have not owned for 12 months but need to get prior permission. Is this something you are able to organise, or would I need to do this prior to organising? year of manufacture - BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics - Saloon - 2.0ltr Diesel - Manual - Rear wheel drive - 30,000 mls - Sat nav, sports seats, professional media, karman stereo - Yes - £15,000 - $38,100 - $41,800 - Cheapest one $42,000 - SA - Adelaide Thanks again Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi, Looking at choices of which car to import. You gave me some detail around my wifes car, but also interested in bringing my car over. I currently have a company car that when I leave my company have the option to buy - BMW 320d. I read on one of your links that you can bring a car over that you have not owned for 12 months but need to get prior permission. Is this something you are able to organise, or would I need to do this prior to organising? year of manufacture - BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics - Saloon - 2.0ltr Diesel - Manual - Rear wheel drive - 30,000 mls - Sat nav, sports seats, professional media, karman stereo - Yes - £15,000 - $38,100 - $41,800 - Cheapest one $42,000 - SA - Adelaide Thanks again Anthony Hi Anthony, You must have owned and used the car for a full 12 months. For anyone else reading this please do not ever expect to get approval if you do not meet this first basic requirement under the Personal Import Scheme. There are VERY rare cases where they might grant approval if you are very close to the 12 months and had an extremely compelling reason for unexpectedly needing to move to Australia before you were able to meet the required 12 months. Please note that financial or employment reasons will not be acceptable for this special consideration, it would have to be something serious like a family member being seriously injured in a accident and urgently needed you as a full time carer. With that said there are sometimes other ways depending on your unique circumstances, and in this case if you have had this as a company car for your exclusive use (not part of a rotating motor pool, etc) for long enough that it would be at least 12 months before you move to Australia, and you can get something to that effect in writing from your employer, then we may be able to put together the application for Vehicle Import Approval accordingly. As this sort of thing can be a little tricky I would strongly suggest that you contact me directly to discuss it in more detail before making any decisions. Without knowing the year model I can't give a truly accurate cost estimate but I can tell you based on the details provided that this car should certainly be worth bringing with you. Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sidster Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi Looking at taking my VE SS Ute back to the uk late this year or early next year are you able to do this ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi Looking at taking my VE SS Ute back to the uk late this year or early next year are you able to do this ? We sure can help with sending cars back to the UK also but as with bringing cars to Australia there are a lot of variables so we need to know more about your situation. I would suggest that you email me directly with information including if you are moving a container of household goods, if so could the car fit in there or would you ship it on it's own, where you are moving from in Australia and to where in the UK, etc. Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PommiePattons Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi, Looking at choices of which car to import. You gave me some detail around my wifes car, but also interested in bringing my car over. I currently have a company car that when I leave my company have the option to buy - BMW 320d. I read on one of your links that you can bring a car over that you have not owned for 12 months but need to get prior permission. Is this something you are able to organise, or would I need to do this prior to organising? year of manufacture - BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics - Saloon - 2.0ltr Diesel - Manual - Rear wheel drive - 30,000 mls - Sat nav, sports seats, professional media, karman stereo - Yes - £15,000 - $38,100 - $41,800 - Cheapest one $42,000 - SA - Adelaide Thanks again Anthony Craig it is a 2011 model Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Craig it is a 2011 model Thanks There was a slight model change in 2011 so it could be an early or late 2011 model, however either way it should still work out fairly well to bring it with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lulu78 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Iron Chef, We own a couple of cars and trying to decide whether to bring or upgrade as we won't be heading for a year, so we shouldn't have any issues with length of ownership. So car details are as follows: Audi A4, 1.9 TDI, SE, 2004, 110,000 miles, 6 speed, AC. Irish value about €5,500 Toyota Avensis, 1.9TDI, 2005, 100,000 miles, AC, has isofix ( its a requirement right?)Irish value about €2,500 Toyota Avensis, 2.0 D4D, 2010, 70,000 miles, AC, isofix, high spec. Irish value about €14,000 i know you give advice on whether its worth bringing a particular car but have yet to see a full breakdown of cost from shipping to import tax etc. do you know where I can find an example breakdown? thanks for your help x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest67761 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 Hi Iron Chef, We own a couple of cars and trying to decide whether to bring or upgrade as we won't be heading for a year, so we shouldn't have any issues with length of ownership. So car details are as follows: Audi A4, 1.9 TDI, SE, 2004, 110,000 miles, 6 speed, AC. Irish value about €5,500 Toyota Avensis, 1.9TDI, 2005, 100,000 miles, AC, has isofix ( its a requirement right?)Irish value about €2,500 Toyota Avensis, 2.0 D4D, 2010, 70,000 miles, AC, isofix, high spec. Irish value about €14,000 i know you give advice on whether its worth bringing a particular car but have yet to see a full breakdown of cost from shipping to import tax etc. do you know where I can find an example breakdown? thanks for your help x The actual costs involved in importing will be different for every person and every individual car due to everyones different circumstances, locations, exchange rate, shipping cost, vehicle values, etc so you really need to get a cost breakdown for your exact vehicles. We are happy to do some calculations and give you a little more information about the process and a breakdown of estimated costs for you specifically. All you need to do is fill out the cost estimate request form on our website for each vehicle: http://www.ironladyimports.com/cost-estimate Make sure you include any information which might help, for example if you were thinking about shipping a car in the same container as your household goods, when you purchased the car and when you are making the move to Australia. Regards, Craig Moor Iron Lady Imports Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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