Which State should I register my Perentie in?

[Outback]

My family and I plan on touring around Australia in the next year or so. I plan to stay in Oz for about a year with my family joining me a few months after I arrive. My plan is to rent a house and purchase two Perentie 110s and modify them (register to my address) before they arrive. My plans are to install a 2" to 3" OME lift and shocks. Tyres will be 255/85R16 Toyo Mts. Since I can live anywhere in Australia my question is which State is the most sensible about lifts and larger tyres? Ive been reading some threads where you can't even add larger fuel tanks? Oh and by the way I want to install two long range fuel tanks on each vehicle. Looking for the best State that is most sympathetic to our cause of vehicle dependant exploration? Thanks for any help.

[spie]

G`day


While I'm sure someone who actually knows something will be along soon my vote would be NSW simply as all the Minto auctioned Perenties [other than 'incomplete/non op'] come with a blue slip [which means you can get it registered without an inspection or removal of bonnet tool holders, recovery points etc]


As far as the 2-3" lift, honestly money that would be better spent elsewhere as those tyres should fit on a 'stock' perentie [you will need different rims however]


Best of luck with the hunt

[Outback]

I didn't know about the Blue Slip. Thank you. My original plan was to get a place in NSW to begin with. If anyone else has something to add please do. Thanks.

[Phil B]

G`day


While I'm sure someone who actually knows something will be along soon my vote would be NSW simply as all the Minto auctioned Perenties [other than 'incomplete/non op'] come with a blue slip [which means you can get it registered without an inspection or removal of bonnet tool holders, recovery points etc]


As far as the 2-3" lift, honestly money that would be better spent elsewhere as those tyres should fit on a 'stock' perentie [you will need different rims however]


Best of luck with the hunt


X2 the above.
In addition to being close to Minto Sydney also has KLR Automotive who specialise in ex army Land Rovers (I am not related or paid by KLR incidentely)
KLR offer a collect, modify, register service and turbo, PAS, disc brake and gearbox conversions that would be very usefull in your situation. Speak to Brad, he is really helpfull.
I also would not bother with the lift. The Perentie simply does not need it.


Regards,

[digger]

Might I suggest you also register on REMLR as they may also
Be able to assist.

The blue slip may make life easier!

[PhilipA]

Only problem in NSW is that you have to get a green slip before you can reregister every year.

If you are in WA at the time, AFAIK you have to go to a government approved facility for inspection and I don't know how picky they are.

This maybe possibly perhaps can be overcome if you have a good friend who can do green slips in NSW.

I think anywhere but NSW you would be up for the going rate for a RWC ( which in Vic and Qld is only required on sale and costs at least $50 in Qld) and they would treat it as if it was a car native to the state you are in, which can cause difficulties with an old car.

Otherwise NSW appears to be the go.
Regards Philip A

[JDNSW]

Only problem in NSW is that you have to get a green slip before you can reregister every year.

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Regards Philip A

Clarifying this - annual registration renewal in NSW requires a roadworthy certificate (except for near new vehicles) known as a "pink" slip, and also an insurance certificate (for third party injury insurance) known as "green" slip.

The "slip" and the colours refers to a tear-off bit at the bottom of the relevant form, previously used as a proof and mailed in with your renewal. These days, while the insurance certificate is still usually green, the roadworthy is usually on plain paper printed out on the mechanic's printer, but in reality both bits of paper are at best backups, as both the mechanic and the insurer are on line to the RMS and you can renew your registration on line within a few minutes of getting the certificates (unless someone's computer is down!).

John

[BadCo.]

As already said Perenties are 2" taller then stock Defenders, also 255/85R16 will fit on stock rims (with tubes)

[digger]

Only problem in NSW is that you have to get a green slip before you can reregister every year.

If you are in WA at the time, AFAIK you have to go to a government approved facility for inspection and I don't know how picky they are.

This maybe possibly perhaps can be overcome if you have a good friend who can do green slips in NSW.

I think anywhere but NSW you would be up for the going rate for a RWC ( which in Vic and Qld is only required on sale and costs at least $50 in Qld) and they would treat it as if it was a car native to the state you are in, which can cause difficulties with an old car.

Otherwise NSW appears to be the go.
Regards Philip A


SA has original inspection then just renewals... No re inspection annually or on sale

[cjc_td5]

Register it in NSW with the blue slip. Then after 12 months ownership transfer the rego to WA, with no inspection required (initally or ongoing) and cheaper rego.

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[Blknight.aus]

and you dont need 90% of the mods you think you need.

its a landrover not a toyitshisan....

spend $50K on one and you get $45k of get from A-B and $5k of somewhere to sit, buy a toyishisan and you might get $30k of A-B and the rest on somewhere to sit.

its also the penutlimate utilitarian version of the landrover, you dont even get $5k worth of somewhere to sit.

[Outback]

Thank you everyone. A lot of excellent advice.

[Chris078]

you many need to replace the shocks/springs if they are worn, but the Perentie is 2" higher than a base model 110, you won't need to lift it any higher.
Tyres/wheels. Those I personally would recommend changing. the standard tyre is a 7.5R16 with a tube on a 16*6.5" rim. getting a newer 16*7 rim will allow you to fit wider tyres. The stock is 195 wide. You can go to 235/85/R16 without any issues and 255/85/r16 with some possible scrubbing at full lock/articulation.

Rego, It depends on where you end up buying them. QLD would be good as you don't need a roadworthy to renew the registration.
Just don't try it in SA at the moment.

The other thing to consider is Insurance.
Car insurance in this country has two components.
1. Compulsory third party
- this, in the event of an accident, covers the cost of medical treatment for those injured in the accident (The at fault car pays)
this insurance is part of the registration cost in all states. Some states you buy it separately, and they get linked when you register the car, others you just pay a single fee.

2. The other is some form of collision insurance.
This is something that you as the owner of the vehicle are responsible for.
You don't need to buy it, but if you don't have it and you cause an accident, you are liable for the cost of damages.

Comes in 3 levels
a) Third Party Property - just covers and damage that you cause with your car,but does not repair your car

b) Third Party Fire and Theft - same cover as above, also includes cover for your car if it is stolen or burns down

c) comprehensive Insurance - Covers damage to your car and anything that you hit with it.

Now, getting Insurance on a Perentie is doable, but because it's not a standard vehicle, you do need to phone around and see who will insure it and who won't.

Being (I assume) an international driver might make things a little tricky as well (Most insurers ask when you obtained your Australian drivers license. An Insurance Broker may be able to help you get the right cover.

Enjoy your trip!

[Outback]

I would get the best insurance I can. Here in the US We have excellent insurance coverage for our vehicles. You never know who will have what coverage (if they hit us) so we get the best. Thanks.

[Chris078]

I would get the best insurance I can. Here in the US We have excellent insurance coverage for our vehicles. You never know who will have what coverage (if they hit us) so we get the best. Thanks.


What you need to ask for then is Comprehensive Insurance.
Things to ask about
Value of the vehicle - you will probably want an agreed value which means the value of the in the event it is written off is stated in the policy

Off-road and beach coverage. Some companies will not cover you for those uses which will be pointless for you.

International driver coverage.
Make sure you are covered while on an international license.