In Australia, new-vehicle wait times swing wildly by brand, model, and trim—anything from “drive away today” to a calendar full of sad little Xs.
Popular hybrids and some EVs can run longer, while mainstream petrol models and utes are increasingly available off the lot as supply loosens.
Cast a wide net: call multiple dealers (including regional), ask for incoming stock or swaps, and be flexible on colour or options.
If you’re impatient, consider demo or near‑new on Tradingpost, or a different spec that’s already on a ship—or better, already here.
Always get ETAs in writing and check weekly; allocation and shipping shift faster than your willpower around a bakery pie.

Band Equipment
Cars For Sale
Cars For Sale
Cars For Sale
Cars For Sale
7Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
7Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
9Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
Fishing
Fishing
Fishing
8Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
8Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
6Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
7Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
Storage and Shipping
Storage and Shipping
10Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
7Wrecking and Damaged Vehicles
Fishing
Fishing
4Vacuums and Polishers
Cats
Car Parts and Panels
Car Parts and Panels
Car Parts and Panels
3Kitchenware
3Kitchenware
3Kitchenware
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