If you are thinking about moving from Australia from NZ, then you may consider bringing your car over with you. After all, the distance between these two countries isn’t as far as it is for others, so you may think it wouldn’t be that difficult. However, the truth is a bit more complicated. 

There are both pros and cons to  moving from Australia to New Zealand with your car, that you need to consider. More than any other possession, transporting a vehicle overseas is always going to take a lot of planning, preparation, and funds to execute smoothly. This guide will go into some detail about how to make moving your car between the two countries possible, and whether or not it is really worth all the effort and money. 

Cars are More Expensive in New Zealand 

In general, buying a brand new car in New Zealand is more expensive than if you were to buy one in Australia. This means that it may be in your best interests to move your car over with you, especially if you aren’t in a position to buy a new car once you have arrived in New Zealand. 

However, if you are willing to buy a second hand car in New Zealand, then the cost won’t be nearly as difficult to overcome. Depending on what type of vehicle you want in New Zealand, you may be better off paying the costs of transporting your current vehicle over from Australia. 

Finding a Professional Moving Company to Transport Your Car 

When moving your car from Australia to New Zealand, you will need to look for a professional moving company to transport your vehicle. A good moving company will have a solid background and experience, so they know how to properly pack your car. Packing the car will be a lot easier if you use proper packing materials. Another benefit of using a professional overseas shipping company is that they are used to handling the transport of vehicles. This means they know how to pack your car correctly and safely to avoid any unnecessary damage to it.

You can expect to pay anywhere between $4000 and $6000 to transport your vehicle from Australia to New Zealand. In most cases, this will be a fraction of the price you would be expected to pay to purchase a new car in New Zealand.

Once you hire a moving company to transport your car, it will most likely need to be delivered to a garage near your destination.

Your Car Will Need to Pass BioSecurity Checks Before Entering New Zealand 

To ensure that the cars are free from disease, insects and other pests, the cars must pass bio-security checks. If your car has been imported into New Zealand, then the car will have to undergo a mandatory inspection by the customs office before it can be transported into the country. These inspections are done to verify that the car is clean and pest-free. To do this, the car will need to be inspected for diseases and bugs.

You will be required to make sure that the car has no harmful pests or diseases, such as lice or fleas, which could lead to the spreading of diseases in New Zealand.

Moving Your Car to New Zealand 

At the end of the day, if you are attached to your second hand vehicle, then it is probably well worth the costs and hurdles of shipping it over to New Zealand.