Hong Kong, there be car-pawn here...
Discussion
I'm a long-time lurker on the PH classifieds, spending fruitless hours speculating on how I would spend money I don't have and I've always meant to sign up for the forums but haven't got round to it until now. So, having done so, hopefully my first contribution to the PH community will be something that is right up your alley.
To cut a rather uninteresting story short, I've been living in Hong Kong as an expat for over a decade now and in that time I have built quite a collection of photos. As a hopeless petrol-head, when I arrived in Hong Kong I was blown away by the sheer amount of amazing and interesting cars on the roads here. From European supercars to obscure Japanese Kei-cars, there's something here for everyone. I'd say I have a broad taste in cars, so it is a perfect place for me.
About 7-8 years ago I bought myself a cheap (read crap) digital compact camera and brought it (and my camera phone) with me everywhere I went snapping stuff whenever and wherever I saw it. I managed to find some pretty interesting things, obscure Japanese cars like this Subaru Electra-One,
Subaru Impreza S201 (Electra One) 'JX 201' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Rare hyper-cars like this white F40 (ex-Sultan car and now painted re-sale red I believe) sitting at the lights outside my office
Ferrari F40 (Ex-Sultan of Brunei) by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
And this rather nice F50 (it was at this point when I must have started thinking about upgrading the equipment!)
Ferrari F50 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A few legends like this rather flamboyant Diablo
lam_diablovt_bb7771_02 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this Countach (parked next to an XK120)
lam_countachlp500s_001 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Rare classics, such as this Aston DB2/4
ast_db24_00a by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This 190SL
mer_190sl_00b (2) by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Some obscure supercars that you don't often (if ever) see like this Jalpa
Lamborghini Jalpa by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and beautiful 550 Barchetta (one of my favourite cars)
fer_f550barchetta_002 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I really enjoyed the car hunting lark and over time I became more and more keen on trying to snap as many cars that I could, so I bought a camera that could take photos which could handle faster shutter speeds and during lunch breaks and my days off started hanging out on the bridges overlooking the freeways... Tragic I know, but I did net myself some interesting cars.
Like this rare as rocking horse poop RHD Turbo S
Porsche 993 Turbo S 'KE 6086' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A Carrera GT, the only one I know of in Hong Kong
Porsche Carrera GT 'T11584' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This drool-tastic 3.0 CSL
BMW 3.0 CSL by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The legend that is the McLaren F1
McLaren F1 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A ridiculously rare 250 GT California, the same as Chris Evans' car
Ferrari 250 GT California by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
And this insane Pagani Zonda F
Pagani Zonda F 'T11649' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I kept this up for a while and built a collection of thousands of cars with thousands more still on the hard drive that will probably never see the light of day, whilst still snapping cars seen down back alleys and other random places. I bought a camera that could cope with low light and took more and more photos, like this Delorean
DMC Delorean by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and hundreds of modified Japanese cars like this Skyline
Nissan Skyline ER34 GT-T by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
this Supra
toy_supra_00a-5 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this rare 4-door ITR
hon_integratyper_jj1394 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
After a while I started to get more into the photography side of the hobby and when the opportunity came up to buy a colleagues DSLR I jumped at the chance. I started to teach myself about composition, shutter speed and aperture and how to use them effectively for car photography. Over the last couple of years, I've made a few friends with a similar interest in cars and photography and we go out regularly at the weekend to take photos. Despite Hong Kong being a densely populated place, there are still a few places where drivers can enjoy their cars and early on a Sunday morning is the preferred time, before the police are up and about. So, I thought I would share some of the highlights of these last couple of years and as I go out almost every weekend I can update the thread regularly. And with that, onto the pics - I hope you enjoy them!
The eagle-eyed will be able to tell that there's something not quite right with this 911. It's actually a re-bodied 993!
Porsche 911 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Taking photos of cars here has given me the opportunity to meet a few owners and this is one of a group of fellas I went out with last week. Drivers here are super-friendly and always give a smile or a wave. Some of them have even brought me coffee when they see me in position with my camera. This 430 is ridiculously loud, it sounds like a Scuderia.
Ferrari F430 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A father and son contacted me recently and asked if I would take photos of their 911s together. I was more than happy to oblige!
Porsche 993 C2 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 997 GT3 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Generations by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Another super-friendly guy, the owner of this great looking M-Coupe
BMW Z4M by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The new Boxster looks utterly incredible. Nicest looking car in the Porsche line-up imo
Porsche Boxster by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
There are a few car clubs that get out at the weekend. The local Alfisti are certainly spirited in their driving. I love this 75
z_JH15222 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Hong Kongers love their Porsches, which is nice!
Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6L by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Many people seem to be trading in their supercars for cars that have a bit more soul, so it's quite common now to see interesting classics on the road like this awesome GTV 1750
Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 Iniezione by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH15485 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
McLarens have been popping up everywhere in HK this year. Maybe something to do with the excellent fuel economy and driveability?
McLaren MP4-12C by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The road version of the Zagato is rare anywhere and I think this is the only one in Hong Kong
Aston Martin Zagato by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A definite surprise to see on the country roads on a Sunday, usually see things that are a little more lightweight than this bruiser
Bentley Continental R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This is more typical
Sunday Morning Drive: Lotus Elise by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The spirit of the AE86 has certainly caught on
z_JH15115 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A few of them are being modified
Sunday Morning Drive: Toyota GT86 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this one does an even bigger nod to the original
Sunday Morning Drive: Toyota GT86 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
But there's no substitute for the original
Toyota Trueno* by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Toyota Trueno by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I've got to lock up the office now, but I'll leave you with a few highlights...
Sunday Morning Drive: Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Honda Civic Type-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Nissan Silvia by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
BMW Meet Clearwater Bay by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
BMW M3 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Murcielago LP640-4 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH14082 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911s by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Mercedes C63 AMG Black Edition by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: AC Cobra 427 S/C Recreation by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Hawk Lancia Stratos by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Isuzu Bellett GT-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Ferrari 458 Italia by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Supercar Sunday by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Ferrari 308 GTS QV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mazda RX-7 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Supra Shoot by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Subaru Impreza WRX Sti 22B by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
zDSC_9720 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Diablo SV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Nissan GTR by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Nissan Skyline GT-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH17544 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Untitled by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes Benz C63 AMG Wagon by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Elise by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 308 GTS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth RS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lexus LF-A by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Aventador by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Capri 2.8i by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Most of these were on my old camera and photos aren't great but there are some seriously nice cars...
Porsche 993 GT2 'AA 3322' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder 'BB 50' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GT/4 'FE 365' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari Dino 246 GT 'DN 246' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer '512' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 575 Superamerica 'FE 559' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 'Daytona' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 599 GTO by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford GT by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Falcon GT by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lam_murcielagosv_pd2463 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lam_countach25thann_003 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lot_340r_001 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
mer_clk55dtmamg_t12098 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes 190 Evolution II by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Zonda F Roadster by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes SL65 AMG Black Series by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 512TR by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes CLK55 DTM AMG by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Toyota Corolla Levin by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porche 356 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-SV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 959 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Gumpert Apollo S by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Pagani Zonda F Clubsport / Gumpert Apollo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Diablo VT / Ferrari 550 Barchetta by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Italdesign Aztec by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Aston Martin DB6 Superleggera by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911 Carrera RS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
AC Cobra Lightweight 'Ex-Rod Stewart Car' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
zDSC_2438 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Miura SV 'Ex-Rod Stewart Car' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Toyota Celica ST by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
To cut a rather uninteresting story short, I've been living in Hong Kong as an expat for over a decade now and in that time I have built quite a collection of photos. As a hopeless petrol-head, when I arrived in Hong Kong I was blown away by the sheer amount of amazing and interesting cars on the roads here. From European supercars to obscure Japanese Kei-cars, there's something here for everyone. I'd say I have a broad taste in cars, so it is a perfect place for me.
About 7-8 years ago I bought myself a cheap (read crap) digital compact camera and brought it (and my camera phone) with me everywhere I went snapping stuff whenever and wherever I saw it. I managed to find some pretty interesting things, obscure Japanese cars like this Subaru Electra-One,
Subaru Impreza S201 (Electra One) 'JX 201' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Rare hyper-cars like this white F40 (ex-Sultan car and now painted re-sale red I believe) sitting at the lights outside my office
Ferrari F40 (Ex-Sultan of Brunei) by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
And this rather nice F50 (it was at this point when I must have started thinking about upgrading the equipment!)
Ferrari F50 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A few legends like this rather flamboyant Diablo
lam_diablovt_bb7771_02 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this Countach (parked next to an XK120)
lam_countachlp500s_001 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Rare classics, such as this Aston DB2/4
ast_db24_00a by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This 190SL
mer_190sl_00b (2) by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Some obscure supercars that you don't often (if ever) see like this Jalpa
Lamborghini Jalpa by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and beautiful 550 Barchetta (one of my favourite cars)
fer_f550barchetta_002 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I really enjoyed the car hunting lark and over time I became more and more keen on trying to snap as many cars that I could, so I bought a camera that could take photos which could handle faster shutter speeds and during lunch breaks and my days off started hanging out on the bridges overlooking the freeways... Tragic I know, but I did net myself some interesting cars.
Like this rare as rocking horse poop RHD Turbo S
Porsche 993 Turbo S 'KE 6086' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A Carrera GT, the only one I know of in Hong Kong
Porsche Carrera GT 'T11584' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This drool-tastic 3.0 CSL
BMW 3.0 CSL by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The legend that is the McLaren F1
McLaren F1 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A ridiculously rare 250 GT California, the same as Chris Evans' car
Ferrari 250 GT California by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
And this insane Pagani Zonda F
Pagani Zonda F 'T11649' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I kept this up for a while and built a collection of thousands of cars with thousands more still on the hard drive that will probably never see the light of day, whilst still snapping cars seen down back alleys and other random places. I bought a camera that could cope with low light and took more and more photos, like this Delorean
DMC Delorean by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and hundreds of modified Japanese cars like this Skyline
Nissan Skyline ER34 GT-T by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
this Supra
toy_supra_00a-5 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this rare 4-door ITR
hon_integratyper_jj1394 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
After a while I started to get more into the photography side of the hobby and when the opportunity came up to buy a colleagues DSLR I jumped at the chance. I started to teach myself about composition, shutter speed and aperture and how to use them effectively for car photography. Over the last couple of years, I've made a few friends with a similar interest in cars and photography and we go out regularly at the weekend to take photos. Despite Hong Kong being a densely populated place, there are still a few places where drivers can enjoy their cars and early on a Sunday morning is the preferred time, before the police are up and about. So, I thought I would share some of the highlights of these last couple of years and as I go out almost every weekend I can update the thread regularly. And with that, onto the pics - I hope you enjoy them!
The eagle-eyed will be able to tell that there's something not quite right with this 911. It's actually a re-bodied 993!
Porsche 911 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Taking photos of cars here has given me the opportunity to meet a few owners and this is one of a group of fellas I went out with last week. Drivers here are super-friendly and always give a smile or a wave. Some of them have even brought me coffee when they see me in position with my camera. This 430 is ridiculously loud, it sounds like a Scuderia.
Ferrari F430 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A father and son contacted me recently and asked if I would take photos of their 911s together. I was more than happy to oblige!
Porsche 993 C2 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 997 GT3 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Generations by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Another super-friendly guy, the owner of this great looking M-Coupe
BMW Z4M by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The new Boxster looks utterly incredible. Nicest looking car in the Porsche line-up imo
Porsche Boxster by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
There are a few car clubs that get out at the weekend. The local Alfisti are certainly spirited in their driving. I love this 75
z_JH15222 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Hong Kongers love their Porsches, which is nice!
Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6L by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Many people seem to be trading in their supercars for cars that have a bit more soul, so it's quite common now to see interesting classics on the road like this awesome GTV 1750
Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 Iniezione by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH15485 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
McLarens have been popping up everywhere in HK this year. Maybe something to do with the excellent fuel economy and driveability?
McLaren MP4-12C by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The road version of the Zagato is rare anywhere and I think this is the only one in Hong Kong
Aston Martin Zagato by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A definite surprise to see on the country roads on a Sunday, usually see things that are a little more lightweight than this bruiser
Bentley Continental R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
This is more typical
Sunday Morning Drive: Lotus Elise by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
The spirit of the AE86 has certainly caught on
z_JH15115 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
A few of them are being modified
Sunday Morning Drive: Toyota GT86 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
and this one does an even bigger nod to the original
Sunday Morning Drive: Toyota GT86 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
But there's no substitute for the original
Toyota Trueno* by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Toyota Trueno by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
I've got to lock up the office now, but I'll leave you with a few highlights...
Sunday Morning Drive: Porsche 997.2 GT3 RS 4.0 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Honda Civic Type-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Nissan Silvia by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
BMW Meet Clearwater Bay by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
BMW M3 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Murcielago LP640-4 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH14082 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911s by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Out and About: Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Alfa Romeo GTV 1750 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Mercedes C63 AMG Black Edition by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: AC Cobra 427 S/C Recreation by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Hawk Lancia Stratos by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Isuzu Bellett GT-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Ferrari 458 Italia by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Supercar Sunday by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Sunday Morning Drive: Ferrari 308 GTS QV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mazda RX-7 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Supra Shoot by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Subaru Impreza WRX Sti 22B by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
zDSC_9720 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Diablo SV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Nissan GTR by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Nissan Skyline GT-R by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
z_JH17544 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Untitled by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes Benz C63 AMG Wagon by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Elise by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 308 GTS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth RS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lexus LF-A by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Aventador by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Capri 2.8i by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Most of these were on my old camera and photos aren't great but there are some seriously nice cars...
Porsche 993 GT2 'AA 3322' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder 'BB 50' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GT/4 'FE 365' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari Dino 246 GT 'DN 246' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer '512' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 575 Superamerica 'FE 559' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 'Daytona' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 599 GTO by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford GT by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ford Falcon GT by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lam_murcielagosv_pd2463 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lam_countach25thann_003 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
lot_340r_001 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
mer_clk55dtmamg_t12098 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes 190 Evolution II by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Zonda F Roadster by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes SL65 AMG Black Series by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Ferrari 512TR by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Mercedes CLK55 DTM AMG by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Toyota Corolla Levin by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porche 356 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-SV by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 959 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Gumpert Apollo S by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Pagani Zonda F Clubsport / Gumpert Apollo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Diablo VT / Ferrari 550 Barchetta by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Italdesign Aztec by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lotus Esprit Turbo by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Aston Martin DB6 Superleggera by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Porsche 911 Carrera RS by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
AC Cobra Lightweight 'Ex-Rod Stewart Car' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
zDSC_2438 by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Lamborghini Miura SV 'Ex-Rod Stewart Car' by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Toyota Celica ST by Rupert Procter, on Flickr
Great thread. I also spend far too much time browsing the classifieds.
I live in Hong Kong too, so much nice metal here. Seems like every other car is something interesting (bar all the MPV's and taxi's).
I saw that Zonda out by Stanley a while back, was taking up most of the road!
Have you been to the Automall in Wanchai? It's incredible, huge underground car park of exotica
I've been here two years, and thinking about getting something small and fun (When I move back to the UK I will be buying a new car the second I step off that plane!). Had my eye out for an s2000 but not many about seemingly, people here dont like manuals.
I live in Hong Kong too, so much nice metal here. Seems like every other car is something interesting (bar all the MPV's and taxi's).
I saw that Zonda out by Stanley a while back, was taking up most of the road!
Have you been to the Automall in Wanchai? It's incredible, huge underground car park of exotica
I've been here two years, and thinking about getting something small and fun (When I move back to the UK I will be buying a new car the second I step off that plane!). Had my eye out for an s2000 but not many about seemingly, people here dont like manuals.
TobyLaRohne said:
Is there anywhere to actually go and enjoy the engines in these things in HK?
Is HK like Singapore where the import tax is mental?
If I'm not mistaken It's 100% on new vehicles, so everything is basically double the price. There are reasonable deals to be found in the second hand market though.Is HK like Singapore where the import tax is mental?
It's surprising the amount of older European stuff there is - not the obvious car like the Ferrari 250, but the more common cars like the Alfa 75, E36, Sierra Cosworth, Capri etc.
A lot of the cars look like they have temporary trade style plates on (eg the white F40 up at the top) - what are they for?
A lot of the cars look like they have temporary trade style plates on (eg the white F40 up at the top) - what are they for?
northwest monkey said:
It's surprising the amount of older European stuff there is - not the obvious car like the Ferrari 250, but the more common cars like the Alfa 75, E36, Sierra Cosworth, Capri etc.
A lot of the cars look like they have temporary trade style plates on (eg the white F40 up at the top) - what are they for?
Those are Chinese number plates, need them to drive across the border. You see a fair number of cars with both. A lot of the cars look like they have temporary trade style plates on (eg the white F40 up at the top) - what are they for?
Opposite my house there is a garage that specialises in Lotus stuff, mostly kitted out for racing. No tracks in HK so all of them would have china plates or get trailered.
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