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In recent years, there has been a massive surge of interest in self-importing classic cars into Singapore, partially driven by the dawn of the "golden era" of automobiles that has finally reach the 35-year mark, qualifying them for Classic Scheme. From JDM legends like the Toyota AE86 and Honda NSX to European icons like the Mercedes-Benz 190E and BMW 850i, and the list goes on.
Many of these cars were either
1) Cars that were never officially available in Singapore.
2) Unattainable dreams in our younger years that are finally within reach.
3) The hero cars from the video games we grew up playing—now achievable with "adult money."
4) Machines that hold deep, irreplaceable sentimental value.
For almost a decade, SGRETROCAR has been at the forefront of this movement, pioneering the trend of sourcing and bringing in interesting classic cars from overseas, including Malaysia. What started as a small circle of owners has steadily evolved into a vibrant, youthful, and passionate community.
The growing popularity of classic and retro cars was accelerated with the community built up in Singapore RetroCar Group - SGRetroCAR Grp and the events that we have organised, attended or covered via media, both local and regional. What we had cultivated is an entirely different automotive lifestyle. We’ve successfully shifted the younger generation's attention away from reckless street racing or speed, towards appreciation of timeless design, meticulous art of restoration, and the groundbreaking engineering marvels of the past
However, with this boom in self-purchase and importation, many first-timers are diving in blind. We constantly see enthusiasts caught off guard by unexpected pitfalls, overseas scammers, confusing procedures, and sometimes even severe legal issues.
To help you navigate this minefield, SGRETROCAR is releasing a 3-part comprehensive guide tailored specifically for the Singaporean classic car community. We will zero in on the practical realities of purchasing the right car, at the right price, from the right place. We'll break down the strict LTA and Customs regulations, and cut through the common myths surrounding import duties, ARF payable, e-Day usage restrictions, and strict vehicle eligibility rules.
Please refer below for all 3 parts of our guide!
PS: WE DONT SELL CARS. poster indicate prices of the 4 jdm heavenly kings serves only as a guide and no actual cars are for sale. Actual prices may vary due to price of vehicle purchased, fx fluctuation, COE prices and other variables.
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