NSW Laws on performance mods

Cejay · 07-07-2009, 08:46 PM

Hey I'm a NSW P plater and I was wondering what the rules are for us in regards to performance. I read on the RTA no changes to the engine that make it faster, but does that mean no CAI/Pod cause technically its not a direct mod to the engine itself? Also, would replacing the whole engine for say a BPT be illegal as well? Just some questions, if anyone could link me somewhere that clarifies it or knows themselves would be awesome. Cheers.

scott b · 07-07-2009, 09:10 PM

well the bpt would be illegal as P platers arent allowed to drive turbo cars, as for mods, i have a cold air intake, and a full engine back exhaust thats not in any way subtle wen im giving it some, i got pulled up 30kms over the speed limit, they did a few laps around the car and looked at everything, and i didnt get told anything about those. i dont know the exact regulations though.

mussing · 07-07-2009, 10:56 PM

I'm on my Ps and my car's had a CAI (no pod though) and 2.25" exhaust since I bought it, never had any problems.

Pettos · 08-07-2009, 12:49 AM

I've had my INJEN system for a while now... I get some odd looks, but haven't been pulled up *yet*... *touch wood*

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Originally Posted by SP BLING (excerpt from OZM)

I don't think that this would count as a "Performance Modification".

After having a quick read through the RTA website.... it points to a PDF file that states that any modification that does not produce more than 15% more power than the biggest engine available for your car is acceptable, as long as that all emissions and ADR requirements are met.

So after reading that... Yes you can modify under the bonnet, but you must comply to all emission and adr requirements. Any pod filter that is in the engine bay, and not in an enclosure chamber is considered illegal. At least 50% of all modified cars run pod filters illegally.

Cejay · 08-07-2009, 06:39 PM

Thanks guys.

rodhog · 08-07-2009, 10:56 PM

your P-plater = your ****ED

seruiously it's what it means

CAI - if airbox is fitted cops won't notice.

No turbos for you. You dont' want it either way.

New laws current p-plate restriction = buy something cheaplow on fuel and save your money, or blow it all on drugs.

I've been building fast P-plate freindly cars and so far it seems two of the owners are no licence and my fastest one well he killed two of his friends.
I don't blame me. I just told him how to get around the police.

The laws are one thing, getting caught is another.

1st rule - is NO LOWERING - this hurts all oyung p-=platers and it just goes pull me over. it's the 1st defeact they give you and it gives them ample rule to say open the bonnet.

lowering a car is all for looks does not mean **** on the street.
But your p-plater and attention is standard issue.

2nd rule is no loud exhuast or shinny bits. eg fancy wheels etc.

3rd rule is be veryvery good.

Then you can drive a EL or EF falcon or even Vr/ holden that can munch any SP20 or even a mild Tx-3 on the road. due to all the minor hidden modifications.

But you know what - P-plater caught speeding period - NO licence.

you have to love NSW laws. I've lost my licence - enough time to say, I ain't taking public transport again.

I might be being harsh but it's called reality.

Save your money. buy a cheap simple car - stay out of trouble. by time your off all p-plates you can then buy what you want and you might be able to afford it as well

mussing · 08-07-2009, 11:23 PM

From Geared.com: 'Legal ways to sex up your car' (written to apply in NSW).

07-07-2009, 08:46 PM	#1
Cejay Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mac Fields Car: BG Astina 92 Posts: 20	NSW Laws on performance mods Hey I'm a NSW P plater and I was wondering what the rules are for us in regards to performance. I read on the RTA no changes to the engine that make it faster, but does that mean no CAI/Pod cause technically its not a direct mod to the engine itself? Also, would replacing the whole engine for say a BPT be illegal as well? Just some questions, if anyone could link me somewhere that clarifies it or knows themselves would be awesome. Cheers.

07-07-2009, 09:10 PM	#2
scott b Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Car: 2003 Subaru Impreza RS Posts: 634 View Photos By: scott b	well the bpt would be illegal as P platers arent allowed to drive turbo cars, as for mods, i have a cold air intake, and a full engine back exhaust thats not in any way subtle wen im giving it some, i got pulled up 30kms over the speed limit, they did a few laps around the car and looked at everything, and i didnt get told anything about those. i dont know the exact regulations though.

07-07-2009, 10:56 PM	#3
mussing Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney Car: 1990 323 Astina BG SP Posts: 1,071 View Photos By: mussing	I'm on my Ps and my car's had a CAI (no pod though) and 2.25" exhaust since I bought it, never had any problems.

08-07-2009, 06:39 PM	#5
Cejay Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mac Fields Car: BG Astina 92 Posts: 20	Thanks guys.

08-07-2009, 10:56 PM	#6
rodhog Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Sydney Lakemba Car: mx-6 626 Gs300 Maz2 was 95 KF BA-HT Posts: 2,024 View Photos By: rodhog	your P-plater = your **ED seruiously it's what it means CAI - if airbox is fitted cops won't notice. No turbos for you. You dont' want it either way. New laws current p-plate restriction = buy something cheaplow on fuel and save your money, or blow it all on drugs. I've been building fast P-plate freindly cars and so far it seems two of the owners are no licence and my fastest one well he killed two of his friends. I don't blame me. I just told him how to get around the police. The laws are one thing, getting caught is another. 1st rule - is NO LOWERING - this hurts all oyung p-=platers and it just goes pull me over. it's the 1st defeact they give you and it gives them ample rule to say open the bonnet. lowering a car is all for looks does not mean ** on the street. But your p-plater and attention is standard issue. 2nd rule is no loud exhuast or shinny bits. eg fancy wheels etc. 3rd rule is be veryvery good. Then you can drive a EL or EF falcon or even Vr/ holden that can munch any SP20 or even a mild Tx-3 on the road. due to all the minor hidden modifications. But you know what - P-plater caught speeding period - NO licence. you have to love NSW laws. I've lost my licence - enough time to say, I ain't taking public transport again. I might be being harsh but it's called reality. Save your money. buy a cheap simple car - stay out of trouble. by time your off all p-plates you can then buy what you want and you might be able to afford it as well

08-07-2009, 11:23 PM	#7
mussing Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney Car: 1990 323 Astina BG SP Posts: 1,071 View Photos By: mussing	From Geared.com: 'Legal ways to sex up your car' (written to apply in NSW).