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| See trademe to see what-s going (have I mentioned Trademe before??) http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-me-motors/index.htm See also: [[living_in_new_zealand:driving_in_new_zealand|]] | See trademe to see what-s going (have I mentioned Trademe before??) http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-me-motors/index.htm See also: [[living_in_new_zealand:driving_in_new_zealand|]] | ||
| - | But what really surprises them is the cost of insurance - especially for teenagers. Kids can drive here at 15, and insurance (not even third party) is compulsory (although highly recommended). We insured my 18 year old's car (2.5 litre Mitsubishi Legnum Stationwagon bought for $3000 NZD) fully comprehensive for under $1000 NZD - that's about £400. | + | But what really surprises them is the cost of insurance - especially for teenagers. Kids can drive here at 16, and insurance (not even third party) is compulsory (although highly recommended). We insured my 18 year old's car (2.5 litre Mitsubishi Legnum Stationwagon bought for $3000 NZD) fully comprehensive for under $1000 NZD - that's about £500. |
| See Lantern Insurance (www.lanterninsurance.co.nz/Personal-Insurance/) or State (www.state.co.nz)for an on-line insurance quote. | See Lantern Insurance (www.lanterninsurance.co.nz/Personal-Insurance/) or State (www.state.co.nz)for an on-line insurance quote. | ||