Buying your car interstate – what you need to know
Many car enthusiasts, when looking for a new car, will look interstate to broaden their options and find their perfect car. Although it takes a little more groundwork, buying your car interstate can be a rewarding and effective way to find your next vehicle.
• Why do it?
Car prices may be cheaper interstate, depending on the market. Also, if you find the perfect second hand car, but it’s interstate, you may not want to risk not finding it again. Bringing a car from interstate may be a small price to pay for your dream car.
• Drive or ship it back?
If you don’t like driving long distances, there is the option to ship your new car back. Especially if it’s a new, luxury car, you won’t want it covered in stone chips or dead bugs! Check online to find the most affordable vehicle transportation options. It’ll feel great when your new car is delivered right to you!
• Registration requirements?
Speak to the dealer about any extra requirements or paperwork you may need to easily get the car’s registration changed over to a new state. A blue slip will cost around $55, while number plate prices will vary depending on whether you simply need to update your registration, or change it to a new state. Contact the RTA or the relevant road authority in your state for all the details.
• How to make it fun?
If you’ve been looking at used cars in Perth, WA but you live in Sydney, why not make a road trip out of it? Spend the weekend trekking across Australia’s South coast with a friend or family member, or even do it solo. You’ll get the chance to see some of Australia you haven’t seen before, and you’ll also get to know your new car on the way. Most people fly to the destination of their new car, and then drive it back. Just make sure to sort out any registration issues before you leave
Whether you live in WA, or are looking into buying your next car from another state, John Hughes has a range of used and new cars in Perth, WA, so you’ll always find what you’re looking for.
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