Comprehensive Insurance for Japanese Import - Toyota Mark X?

retardedrabit on 20/01/2022 - 20:37
Last edited 20/01/2022 - 21:39 by 1 other user

I saw a Japanese import advertised on Carsales by a private seller. Although it has low mileage and no obvious cosmetic damages, the listing has been there for over three weeks now.

Out of curiosity, I wanted checked how much comprehensive insurance would cost for that car. However, the well-known insurers don't list that model in their quote generation system. I called Budget Direct and the rep said that if it's not listed on the website, that means they won't insure it.

So, how do people insure grey imports that are rare in Australia?

TIA.

Edit - it's a Toyota Mark X

Automotive Toyota Mark X

Comments

  • pharkurnell on 20/01/2022 - 20:38

    What make and model is it?

    • retardedrabit on 20/01/2022 - 20:40

      Toyota Mark X

      • pharkurnell on 20/01/2022 - 20:51
        +5

        Yep shannons or through a broker who might end up with shannons anyway

  • ValueInvesting on 20/01/2022 - 20:44
    +6

    So, how do people insure grey imports that are rare in Australia?

    Try getting a quote from Shannons

  • [Deactivated] on 20/01/2022 - 21:29
    +1

    I used Lumley insurance. Most won't do imports, but it's worth finding as many as you can to find the product you want at the best price.

  • spackbace on 20/01/2022 - 21:32
    +1

    the listing has been there for over three weeks now.

    Because no one is looking for them. Just see how few are on Carsales. Just make sure you realise the effect this will have on resale and parts

  • AndyC1 on 20/01/2022 - 21:54

    Budget is called it for a reason. If you or what you want insured are not both perfect for them then they will not insure you/your goods. Allianz is similar and so are any of teh Auto & General Insurance Company owned brands like Budget

    Try AAMI or any of the Suncorp Group owned brands.

  • pantsparty on 21/01/2022 - 07:48
    -2

    It’s a nice car but looks very similar to a V6 Camry. This would be much easier to insure and find replacement parts for.

    • bhubb18 on 21/01/2022 - 10:19
      +5

      Except a V6 camry isn't cool, and is front wheel drive.

      • coffeeinmyveins on 21/01/2022 - 13:08
        +1

        Except a V6 camry isn't cool,

        neither is a Toyota Mark X.

        LOL

  • 2jzzzz on 21/01/2022 - 08:05
    +2

    Enthusiast insurance.

  • JimB on 21/01/2022 - 09:56
    +2

    All japanese imports have 'low mileage'.

    You may find it's lower today than what it was a few years ago. haha

    Take the odometer with a grain of salt and buy on condition.

    Not really sure what the attraction of the Mark X unless it was significantly cheaper than the equivalent Toyota Camry.

    • nomoneynoproblems on 21/01/2022 - 10:26
      +2

      Rwd.

    • zuuutoootuuu on 21/01/2022 - 11:06

      you can get a Japanese ODO report for about $10USD

      • retardedrabit on 21/01/2022 - 11:45

        Got a link? I looked at previous Japanese auctions, but couldn't find this particular car.

  • bhubb18 on 21/01/2022 - 10:21
    +1

    Shannons, Enthusiast etc.
    Theres a few options but most of the mainstream insurers won't look at it

  • nomoneynoproblems on 21/01/2022 - 10:27
    +1

    Another one for lumley/iag

  • Michael1983 on 21/01/2022 - 10:43
    +1

    Mark II, X are RWD cars. Much better in quality and ride setup. Next level I'd say.

  • pegaxs on 21/01/2022 - 13:10

    Sooooooo, basically a Lexus IS/GS/LS with a different body kit?

    • [Deactivated] on 24/01/2022 - 01:49

      Is350. Might as well get as local is350 unless the markx is significantly cheaper.

      Is350 costs a bomb to insure, should be comparable to a markx.

  • nige0090 on 24/01/2022 - 10:39

    Shannons https://www.shannons.com.au/
    They may expect you to be an "car enthusiast" e.g. a car nut or a member of a car club etc

    • wholedamnpomme on 26/02/2023 - 20:01

      One time I spoke to them they said they couldn’t help me if I wasn’t an ‘enthusiast’. 🤷🏼‍♂️

      The second time they were more helpful.

  • Gravediggaz on 02/02/2022 - 14:07

    I use to have a Toyota Mark X I imported one back in 2014, I was insured with Lumley

  • Batman01 on 27/02/2023 - 09:58

    Try RACV. You need to call them up, complete a quote to a model that similar to the Mark X, take phones and vin numbers and email them.

    I've completed this process on a imported Toyota Hiace 4wd.

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