This is a relatively new import scheme, developed by the government
to offer a stable structure for the import industry. SEVS allows
many various models to be imported however extremely strict guidelines
are imposed regarding the compliance of these vehicles.
Ruling: A vehicle is eligible under the SEVS if it has never
been sold in Australia in full volume and complies with 2 of
the 4 following criteria.
- Appearance: The vehicle must be different and unique in
its appearance.
- Unusual Design Features: The vehicle must have an unusual
design feature.
- Performance: The vehicle must meet a minimum power to weight
ratio.
- Specialist Publications: The vehicle is advertised regularly
in a specialist publication.
For a comprehensive list of SEVS eligible vehicles and legislation click
here.
Compliance
All SEVS vehicles must be complied by a “Registered
Automotive Workshop”. A RAW has a government licence
to comply certain vehicles. When considering importing
a SEVS vehicle IMPORTS101 will organize compliance through
a RAW prior to importation. Click RAWS for comprehensive
details of compliance.
Availability of SEVS compliance is constantly
growing so for a current list of all SEVS models with available
RAWS compliance click here.
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