Import has always constituted a dirty word for some, sometimes perhaps for good reasons that are best known to the detractors themselves. Sure enough, England and Hong Kong are not real favourites, primarily on account of possible rust issues with English cars, and an unduly hot and humid climate in HK - plus, in HK, cars hardly ever get out of second gear on account of heavy traffic.
Gleaming Beauty (my 6.9) was originally exported to Kenya, presumably as a Hire or Diplomatic car. It used to be 050, Taxi White. However, being a German Export, it has the high compression engine with the different camshafts. I have always found that the high compression or dirty engine sounds different to the Australian version. Regarding non-OZ complied cars, there can be some variations or idiosyncrasies that can apply to overseas cars, particularly those from South Africa. I also think, Sean, that you need to consider the advertised price on your car. It is substantial and that may put off some prospective purchasers. In addition, rightly or wrongly, to some the V8 version can be more attractive. Regards. Styria