Charlton Auto Imports Ltd

Charlton Auto Imports Ltd Here at Charlton Auto Imports we specialise in importing american cars, trucks, bikes and parts. See additional information for more services South Island wide

Our services

- Importing and sourcing cars, trucks, motorcycles and parts ex USA

- Freight forwarding from USA, you buy we ship

- On site Transitional Facility for devanning shipping containers

- Engines, transmissions and body panels

- Mechanical repairs, brake and suspension work, carburettor servicing and repairs

- Air suspension parts and install

- Tyre fitting and balancing

- 2 post c

ar hoist

- Certification and compliance pre check

- Bead blasting

- Steam cleaning, ability to do underside of vehicles

- Vehicle transport, low loading trailer, large vehicles.

**4 POST PARKING LIFTS**We have a shipment on the way of 4000kg 4 post parking lifts$4500 inc gstCan assist with deliver...
25/03/2026

**4 POST PARKING LIFTS**

We have a shipment on the way of 4000kg 4 post parking lifts

$4500 inc gst
Can assist with delivery and install

Black in colour
4000kg rated
Single phase
Movable
Single lock release
Removable ramps
4 post working hoists also available, come standard with a sliding jacking beam fitted - $6250 inc gst
2 post clear floor and open top 4.5T rated - $4000inc gst

We have been importing and selling car lifts / hoists for over 10 years with over 1200 of our 2 post car lifts installed and operating here in New Zealand

These are great lifts, fully certifiable, easy to use great for creating more space in the shed!

Get in touch to secure one now

AIR COMPRESSORS - We are now importing and will be stocking Direct Drive air compressors**Now taking orders**Options are...
25/03/2026

AIR COMPRESSORS - We are now importing and will be stocking Direct Drive air compressors

**Now taking orders**

Options are: 90 litre, 120, 160 and 180 litre capacity

Single phase
VERY quiet - you can stand beside these and have a conversation
Oil free
Easy to operate and maintain
Perfect for home hobby or workshop use
Great quality and affordable

We have a demo 90 litre one in the shop now, come check it out

This 90 litre one is priced at $1250 inc gst

Recent unpack at our Facility here in Gore. Some nice bikes, 3 tidy Yamahas all off to the new owner for his collection....
04/03/2026

Recent unpack at our Facility here in Gore. Some nice bikes, 3 tidy Yamahas all off to the new owner for his collection. Harley and BMW were bought and ridden in the States before being shipped back here. Fairlane ex Canada for a local who has moved back home and the Nova is off to be a good solid start for a project

Thinking of shipping something in to the South Island ex USA, we can help. Not just vehicles and bikes we’ll bring anything back for you and land it here in the lower South

Out of the office today delivering this beautiful C-Type Jag, built by Handcrafted Classics in Gore, to the Ayrburn Clas...
20/02/2026

Out of the office today delivering this beautiful C-Type Jag, built by Handcrafted Classics in Gore, to the Ayrburn Classic in Arrowtown for the auction tomorrow night with Sunday Drive.
We got to have a look around the displays and there were some amazing cars in both the auction and show areas - a must see if you’re in the area this weekend!

Air Lift ALP4 just in for a customer This is Air Lift’s latest management system, customer has added in some height sens...
02/02/2026

Air Lift ALP4 just in for a customer

This is Air Lift’s latest management system, customer has added in some height sensors to make this a very simple system.

Preset ride heights, touchscreen controller or download the app and use your phone, show mode, standby mode, slow lift range and adjustable pulse rate makes it very customisable.

We can supply most air suspension brands and kits, with basic kits starting at $4500 for everything you’ll need to put your vehicle on air ride using quality brands like Slam Specialty air bags and VIAIR compressors

We’ll be closed tomorrow morning so we can attend Spring Muscle Mania. Looks like its going to be a great event so get o...
03/10/2025

We’ll be closed tomorrow morning so we can attend Spring Muscle Mania. Looks like its going to be a great event so get out and support! If you’re heading along be sure to grab a sausage sizzle from our niece who is fundraising for her SGHS France trip next year

Needing tyres? We can supply a vast range of tyres to suit your needs. From premium brands to mid-range options and even...
22/09/2025

Needing tyres?

We can supply a vast range of tyres to suit your needs. From premium brands to mid-range options and even budget friendly.
From 4wd's, SUV's and light trucks, to performance and classic cars and trailers.

And of course we also import tyres ex USA - popular brands like BF Goodrich, Coker, Diamondback for all your classic car needs whether it be raised white lettering or white walls

Able to picked up in either Gore or Invercargill

4WD 4L80e overdrive transmission and New Process 241C transfer case$2000inc gst Will split if just transmission is wante...
21/09/2025

4WD 4L80e overdrive transmission and New Process 241C transfer case
$2000inc gst
Will split if just transmission is wanted, or can sell complete with 350 chevy engine (TBI)
No RWD 4L80's in stock currently

Something a little different for the Lincoln fans1954 Lincoln Capri convertible. Definitely a project but not something ...
11/09/2025

Something a little different for the Lincoln fans

1954 Lincoln Capri convertible. Definitely a project but not something you see every day

Description below from a good friend of ours in the State's.

It's been sitting since 2013. The motor turns over, not locked up. The owner says it ran when parked. The motor oil and trans fluid look nice. A very rare car. Only 1,951 made. Who knows how many are left. The car is loaded with factory options: Power steering, power brakes, power seat, power windows, power top. The floors and trunk are free of rust. The driver side fender at the bottom has a small rust hole. Both outer door corners have a little bit of rust. An all original car, needs restoration. New tires. Clean CA title.

$8,500USD plus shipping

A lot of people who have been to the shop would have seen this 59 Buick we had in for a good customer of ours Kane. It a...
05/09/2025

A lot of people who have been to the shop would have seen this 59 Buick we had in for a good customer of ours Kane. It attracted a fair bit of attention
He purchased this very tidy original LeSabre out of Aussie and then sent it down to us to get some work done on it. The main thing to do was to get it low!
We supplied and fitted an air ride system, converted it to disc brakes in the front and rebuilt the rear brakes.
Next on the list was to change out the old generator for a Powermaster alternator to keep in with the original look under the hood.
Supplied and fitted some Diamond Back wide white wall tyres and tidied up the original rims.
Then was the task of getting it through LVVTA certification, repair certification and compliance. All smooth sailing when you deal with the right people.
Managed to fix a few oil leaks here and there and the dreaded torque tube ball and seal that is an issue with these cars even before you lower them. Got the heater core rebuilt for the colder weather and the fuel gauge working which is always handy.
The decision was then made to get it painted to tidy it right up and it definitely did that – came out looking awesome!

Big thanks to Kane for trusting us to do the work for him, it was a pleasure to work on a 59 Buick again!

We have some more of our 4 post hoists on the way, have had plenty of interest in these so if your wanting one now is yo...
18/08/2025

We have some more of our 4 post hoists on the way, have had plenty of interest in these so if your wanting one now is your chance to secure one of the couple still available

4000kg rated
$6000inc gst
Proper working hoist not a lightweight parking lift

**Includes rolling jack**

Has removable panels to fit wheel alignment turn tables

Single phase
Pneumatic lock release

Colour is Blue, custom colours can be available in next shipment on request

Lifting Capacity - 4000kg (9000lb)
Lifting Height - 175-1800mm 6.9-70.9")
Length Overall - 5800mm (228.3")
Width Overall - 3140mm (123.6")
Heigh Overall - 2420mm (95.3")
Runway Length - 4420mm (174")
Runway Width - 490mm (19.3")
Distance between runways - 970mm (38.2”)
Distance between columns - 2750mm (108.3"))
Lifting Time 50s
Air Pressure 6-8 bar

Pick up in Gore

Address

11 Charlton Lane
Gore
9712

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+6432089480

Website

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