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What’s the story with dealer-fit new car accessories?

CarExpert

Werribee Mitsubishi dealer principal Brad Hopkins says buyers of certain vehicle types do tend to opt for the same accessories. Many manufacturers offer aesthetic accessories in the form of coloured badges, bodywork enhancements, and decals, which serve no purpose other than altering the appearance of the vehicle.

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Does servicing outside your dealership void your warranty?

CarExpert

There are a range of warranties offered depending on which manufacturer you’re dealing with, but they’re always included in addition to the automatic consumer rights guaranteed under the Australian Consumer Law. Damage as a result of an accident, misuse of the car, or certain modifications are also not covered.

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Does the luxury car tax apply to utes?

Drive.com

It also sought to encourage manufacturers like Toyota to begin constructing their cars here and stimulate the economy by creating Australian jobs. Fast-forward to 2024 and local manufacturing is non-existent, yet the luxury car tax is still in place at a whopping rate of 33 per cent. How much is the luxury car tax?

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Every tax break currently available to ute owners

Drive.com

Vehicle modifications or accessories Where ute tax breaks can get murky is figuring out what vehicle modifications/accessories qualify as a business expense for ute owners. Under ATO guidelines, “if the principal purpose of the vehicle is to carry goods, then it is exempt from the luxury car tax”.