What does new registration cost?

NicF · Post by **NicF** » Fri Feb 21, 2014 12:04 pm

Hi all

I have the opportunity to buy a slightly damaged car with no rego. What is involved in getting a new one, in terms of cost/inspections? I believe the inspections are more rigorous than WOF?

MrGrey · Post by **MrGrey** » Fri Feb 21, 2014 1:36 pm

this doesn't list costs involved, but this factsheet explains the reregistering process:
http://www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/facts ... hicle.html

hope that helps

4A-GE · Post by **4A-GE** » Fri Feb 21, 2014 1:59 pm

$750 or some damn thing like that is what I've heard. I have also heard $400 and $600.

I'd assume the worst and use it as a leverage point when negotiating. If it doesn't cost so much - Bonus!

sprsta · Post by **sprsta** » Fri Feb 21, 2014 2:42 pm

if i buy a car that needs a re-vin i'll add $2000 to the cost on top of repairs that i can see for the vin check, repair cert, rego, and any other small repairs thatll also need doing when it fails the vin inspection.

tomtikki · Post by **tomtikki** » Sat Feb 22, 2014 1:10 pm

And if it fails you have like 28days to fix it or you have to pay to get it inspected again I believe!

CordedBowl · Post by **CordedBowl** » Sat Feb 22, 2014 11:53 pm

It's a thorough check of a car, much more detailed than a WoF, they check the car for how loud it is (incase you have an aftermarket exhaust) rust etc.

It is pretty common for older cars (90's and older) to fail first time! Check rust around the battery and stuff, a lot of things that would normally slide past a WoF wouldn't pass re-registration.

MrGrey · Post by **MrGrey** » Sun Feb 23, 2014 12:07 am

About 10 years ago I bought a 1990 MR2 that had been off the road in storage for 2.5 years and needed a VIN check.

although the vehicle was in really good condition, the entire process was a complete nightmare and I would personally not go through the expensive drawn out process ever again unless the car was exceptionally special or rare (and even then I would be reluctant)

its totally up to you, but my experience with the process was not pleasant or easy.

NicF · Post by **NicF** » Sun Feb 23, 2014 8:32 am

Well looks like I'd be better to pas this one by then. Thanks guys.

What does new registration cost?

What does new registration cost?

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