Change of story number 386...

OK, so today I was told yet ANOTHER version of what steps I need to take next (I didn't bother to write the others, as I wasn't sure it was that simple, but this is from a supervisor at the Traffic Dept, after I kicked up a fuss!)
So, allegedly, the next steps are as follows:
 - Collect import docs from clearing agent (there should be 3 or 4 different ones - ensure you get a receipt for your import deposit!)
 - go to Traffic Dept and fill out the Temporary/Special Permit form
 - Hand this form, plus a copy of your UK V5 document (your logbook), a copy of your Traffic Register document (as per the last post) and the import docs (my clerk didn't even bother to look at these, but some will depending on how thorough they are), plus the fee of R48.

They will give you two-thirds of a piece of A4 paper, printed with a large, temporary, registration plate. You put this in the window of your car, and it's valid for three days. NOTE: you are not allowed to carry passengers with this permit - only the person who applied for the permit may drive the car (unless someone collected the permit for you after filling in the Proxy part of the application form).
Once you have this permit, you need to go to the local Vehicle Dept where they will weigh and check the car, and verify it's not stolen, etc. If you're lucky the Traffic Dept can tell you where your local office is.
After this you can go back to the Traffic Dffice and apply for a NEW Temp permit (this time for 21 days, and you are allowed to drive the car as normal WITH passengers!), during which time you must take the car for the roadworthy test, after which you can FINALLY get the car registered, and with a proper 1-year licence.
That is the story so far, but I will update as appropriate - apologies for the babble: I wanted to type it all before I forget it!
Good luck, and don't forget some water for the ridiculous Traffic Dept queue!