stamp duty victoria car Page 9

Ah, the joy of stamp duty in Victoria – the state’s sneaky little tax that slaps a fee on your car purchase. In Victoria, stamp duty on vehicles is calculated based on the dutiable value (usually the purchase price or market value) and varies depending on the type of vehicle and its value.

For passenger vehicles, the rates are:

• 1.4% for vehicles valued up to $68,740
• 2.5% for the portion above $68,740

For zero-emission vehicles, there's a concessional rate of 1.4% on the whole value.

Keep in mind, this can add a few thousand dollars on top of your price tag, so factor this in when checking prices on Tradingpost or CarShowroom. For the nitty-gritty details, consult the official State Revenue Office Victoria website.