Buying a DBS for export UK to Aus
Discussion
Howdy all,
Couple of questions I'm hoping someone can answer but first some background.
Prestige Cars in Australia - Very very expensive, Prestige Cars in UK - Relatively Cheap. Importing - Easy if you're patient.
That said I'm going to purchase and import either a DBS or 997 GT2 into Sydney in the next 4-5 months. It'll be registered under my mother in laws name, someone who's started the visa application process now (takes 18 months and she needs to 'own' car for 12 months). I did this two years ago with my convertible 6 series and it all went smoothly so up for the task again.
Now for the questions:
1. Can Aston retro fit the 2+2 seating to the rear?
However once fitted it then needs to be removed and taken back to 2+0. It's a long story why that I can explain if you really wish.
2. The carbon brake discs (costs) put me off slightly, are they really 10K sterling?
Do they need replacing often assuming I change the pads frequently?
I read the online Buyers Guide, as usual that's great PH knowledge that I shall be using but in truth I'll be getting an Indie to assist prior as well.
The DBS has my heart but the GT2 has my head (Porsche Indies are a common out here, AM ones not so).
Robin.
PS must be a dark colour and budget around 75K
Couple of questions I'm hoping someone can answer but first some background.
Prestige Cars in Australia - Very very expensive, Prestige Cars in UK - Relatively Cheap. Importing - Easy if you're patient.
That said I'm going to purchase and import either a DBS or 997 GT2 into Sydney in the next 4-5 months. It'll be registered under my mother in laws name, someone who's started the visa application process now (takes 18 months and she needs to 'own' car for 12 months). I did this two years ago with my convertible 6 series and it all went smoothly so up for the task again.
Now for the questions:
1. Can Aston retro fit the 2+2 seating to the rear?
However once fitted it then needs to be removed and taken back to 2+0. It's a long story why that I can explain if you really wish.
2. The carbon brake discs (costs) put me off slightly, are they really 10K sterling?
Do they need replacing often assuming I change the pads frequently?
I read the online Buyers Guide, as usual that's great PH knowledge that I shall be using but in truth I'll be getting an Indie to assist prior as well.
The DBS has my heart but the GT2 has my head (Porsche Indies are a common out here, AM ones not so).
Robin.
PS must be a dark colour and budget around 75K
Robm3
You may be set on a DBS - and pay the silly Gillard tax on importing a newish model into Aus.
However, have you considered a Vanquish S MkI which I think can now be imported as a classic car without the stupid luxury tax?
It will be as quick as a DBS, just as much room, will not have ceramic brakes if that worries you, plus if you choose the right one, may possibly turn into an investment rather than the DBS which will continue to depreciate for a number of years.
You may be set on a DBS - and pay the silly Gillard tax on importing a newish model into Aus.
However, have you considered a Vanquish S MkI which I think can now be imported as a classic car without the stupid luxury tax?
It will be as quick as a DBS, just as much room, will not have ceramic brakes if that worries you, plus if you choose the right one, may possibly turn into an investment rather than the DBS which will continue to depreciate for a number of years.
Guycord said:
Robm3
You may be set on a DBS - and pay the silly Gillard tax on importing a newish model into Aus.
However, have you considered a Vanquish S MkI which I think can now be imported as a classic car without the stupid luxury tax?
It will be as quick as a DBS, just as much room, will not have ceramic brakes if that worries you, plus if you choose the right one, may possibly turn into an investment rather than the DBS which will continue to depreciate for a number of years.
Hmmm I know about 1982 cars being exempt but unaware about newer models such as the Vanquish, do explain more?You may be set on a DBS - and pay the silly Gillard tax on importing a newish model into Aus.
However, have you considered a Vanquish S MkI which I think can now be imported as a classic car without the stupid luxury tax?
It will be as quick as a DBS, just as much room, will not have ceramic brakes if that worries you, plus if you choose the right one, may possibly turn into an investment rather than the DBS which will continue to depreciate for a number of years.
I'll presume you're talking about the RAWS scheme, I did think luxury car tax was payable on that.
As for the car itself, I rather like it. I'd have to get a 'proper' manual but I believe AM can do this conversion. Also to my eyes the rear wheels never fill arches quite right so I'd need to address this somehow.
But aside from that, I rather like them (even the 80's rear lights).
Edited by robm3 on Tuesday 21st May 12:53
[quote=robm3]
Hmmm I know about 1982 cars being exempt but unaware about newer models such as the Vanquish, do explain more?
I'll presume you're talking about the RAWS scheme, I did think luxury car tax was payable on that.[
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No idea on the detail but read this:-
http://www.pistonheads.com/astonmartin/default.asp...
Looks like you may even have a like-minded mate to go hooning with on a Sunday morning?
Hmmm I know about 1982 cars being exempt but unaware about newer models such as the Vanquish, do explain more?
I'll presume you're talking about the RAWS scheme, I did think luxury car tax was payable on that.[
quote]
No idea on the detail but read this:-
http://www.pistonheads.com/astonmartin/default.asp...
Looks like you may even have a like-minded mate to go hooning with on a Sunday morning?
Edited by Guycord on Tuesday 21st May 17:56
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