The beauty about "classic cars" is that they are forever changing. For Australia any car more than 25 years old can be imported. In NZ it can be 20 years.
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This means that there is always new opportunities to seek rare cars.
Although in Australia in 1998 the Holden and Ford sedans were king , in the USA the Pick Up and SUV was huge in popularity making 5 of the 10 biggest selling cars of 1998. One of these was the Ford Ranger which all this time down the road is very popular locally.
These were:
- Ford F-Series - link
- Chevrolet C/K Pickup - link
- Ford Ranger - link
- Dodge Ram Pickup - link
- Chevrolet S10 Pickup - link
US sport cars have often been super slick. Just like these:
- 1998 Corvette - link
- 1998 Dodge Viper - link
Whatever your taste, enjoy taking a look at what may be possible in 2023.
These are just a few of the many American cars that are popular in Australia. If you are looking for a car that is stylish, powerful, and reliable, an American car is a great option.
Here are some of the factors to consider when importing a car from the USA to Australia:
- Age: Cars must be at least 25 years old to be imported into Australia.
- Compliance: Cars must meet Australian safety and emissions standards.
- Shipping costs: Shipping costs can be expensive, so it is important to factor this into the overall cost of the car.
- Registration and insurance: Cars imported from the USA will need to be registered and insured in Australia.
If you are considering importing a car from the USA to Australia, it is important to do your research and understand the process. There are a number of companies that specialize in importing cars from the USA, and they can help you with the process.
