Classic cars, Light trucks (utes), and 4×4’s
Rocket imports can arrange import approvals shipping and modify you Vehicle including fitting seat belts replacing head lights etc. Vehicle compliance must be Constance with ADR requirements of the year of vehicle manufacturer so cost may very from model to model
We are QLD transport Approved to plate imported and Modified Vehicles. Import plates are generally use on older chassis vehicles pre 1989 see the list of Modification plate we can supply
when the Vehicle is modified and ready to hit the road we can issue a QLD safety certificate and arrange Registration and if you need transport home we have this covered
Import approvals are needed to import vehicles and you will need the seller to send you a copy of the Title and Bill of Sale (tax invoice), this information is to be forwarded to us. The seller will need to send the original Title and Bill of Sale to our US shipping depot via Fedex or UPS. A tracking number must be recorded for both your and our records (if the documents don’t arrive they cannot be tracked without this number)
Ask the seller to send you pictures of the VIN, month and year of manufacture and any other pictures you require for your records. It is essential we get the trailers manufactures specifications including width, length and weight. Part of the import approval is to submit all trailer manufactures specifications. We CAN NOT submit an import application without the above information. If there is an error in the information supplied, delays can result in Australian customs and this will be at an extra cost to you.
Import approval
Import approval Is required for all imported vehicles and bikes prior to 1989 or trailers, Off Road motorcycles, ATV’s or SSV’s and Race Vehicles only. Import Approvals allow 15 working days for approval . All Vehicles and Bikes 1989 to current year , Import Approval must be lodged through a Registered Automotive Workshop, RAWS.
We can arrange import approvals for a $100.00 fee
Costs
- Compact to medium size (Mustang, Camaro) $3400.00
- Large sedan or Wagon (Cadillac, early models $3800.00
- X Large Vehicle (pickups) $4500.00
- Dual cab, dual wheel & long base pickups $5000.00 +
Prices for shipping include freight to Caloundra
Compliance Costs
Lo1 Lo2
- 4 seat cars $1450.00 4 seat cars $1350.00
- 5 Seat cars $1550.00 5 Seat cars $1450.00
- 6 Seat cars $1650.00 6 Seat cars $1550.00
For more info on how to import you Car check How To Import a Vehicle
Finance
If you need help with raising the funds for your new Toy we have a on site finance professorial how can find the best lender to suit your needs
See the list of Modification plate we can supply
MODIFICATION CODE
LO – VEHICLE STANDARDS COMPLIANCE MODIFICATIONS
L01 Australian Design Rule Compliance
L02 ICV Passenger Cars and Derivatives
L03 Personal Imported Vehicle Compliance
L04 (ICV) Individual Constructed Vehicle Tricycle LEM1
L05 (ICV) Individual Constructed Vehicle Tricycle LEP1
L07 (ICV) Individual Constructed Vehicle Motorcycle
L08 Pre 1972 Imported Vehicle Safety Compliance
LK – SEATING AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION MODIFICATIONS
LK1 Seat and Seat Belt Installation
LK2 Seat and Seat Belt Anchorage (Design)
LK6 Child Restraint Anchorage Installation
LK8 Roll Bar and Roll Cage Installation
LK9 Roll Bar, Roll Cage and Roll Over Protection System Installation (Design)
LK10 Aftermarket Roll Cage and Roll Over Protection System Installation
MODIFICATION LA – ENGINE MODIFICATIONS
LA1 Equivalent Engine Substitution
LA2 Performance Engine Installation
LA3 Supercharger / Turbocharger Installation
LA4 Engine Modifications
LB – TRANSMISSION MODIFICATIONS
LB1 Transmission Substitution
LB2 Rear Axle Substitution
LG – BRAKES MODIFICATIONS
LG1 Brake system conversion (Design)
LG2 Brake System Conversion
LH – BODY AND CHASSIS MODIFICATIONS
LH1 Conversion (Design)
LH2 Roof Conversion
LH3 Modified Wheelbase Conversion (Design)
LH4 Modified Wheelbase Conversion
LH5 Vehicle Construction (Design)
LH6 Vehicle Construction
LH7 Body Chassis Variants Conversion
LH11 Campervan and Motorhome Conversion
LL – MOTORCYCLES AND 3 WHEELED VEHICLES
LL7 Seating Capacity Alteration
LM – FUEL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS
LM1 Fuel Tank Alteration
LS – SUSPENSION AND STEERING MODIFICATIONS
LS1 LHD Vehicle Steering Conversion (Design)
LS2 LHD Vehicle Steering Conversion
LS3 Front Suspension and Steering Conversion (Design)
LS4 Front Suspension and Steering Conversion
LS5 Rear Suspension Conversion (Design)
LS6 Rear Suspension Conversion
LS9 High Lift – 50mm to 125mm (Design)
LS10 High Lift – 50mm to 125mm (Modification)
LT – CERTIFIED TESTS
LT1 Beam and Torsional Tests
LT2 Lane Change Manoeuvring Test
LT3 Gaseous Emissions Test
LT4 Noise Test
LV1 – INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC DRIVES IN MOTOR VEHICLE
LV1 Installation Of Electric Drives In Motor Vehicles
For any info on any of our Import or mod plates please give us a call