Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Lexus IS300h AVE35 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Environmental Criterion. Each example carries a 2AR-FSE Hybrid engine, a cvt gearbox, and all-wheel drive. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.
This Lexus IS300h AVE35 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000589, granted on the Environmental Criterion and valid until 24 Mar 2027. The approval is linked to MRE-000996 (Category MA, issued by SHUI MIR PTY LTD) Approvals cover builds from Aug 2022 to July 2026.
Why qualified — Environmental Criterion. The SEVS Environmental Criterion covers vehicles with a measurable emissions or fuel-economy advantage over equivalent vehicles supplied in volume to the Australian market. Approval is granted on the basis of the published environmental thresholds. Eligibility is build-specific — the exact build years, variants and model codes named on the approval are the binding reference.
How Carbarn runs this import. Carbarn sources 8/2022 to 7/2026 Lexus IS300h examples through our Japanese partners, with build-sheet and auction-grade verification before any bid is placed. Once won, the vehicle is shipped via roll-on/roll-off freight, cleared through Australian customs, treated under biosecurity rules, and prepared for compliance at our Sydney workshop. The Approved Vehicle Verifier inspection and RAV entry are completed in-house, and you receive the vehicle with paperwork ready for state-level registration.
Specifications coveredEligible as sedan with 2AR-FSE 2.5L hybrid engine - 2WD or AWD - 5 seats
All timeframes are estimates and may vary depending on auction availability, VIA approval, shipping, and compliance.
3 phases6–10 weeks
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Auction Selection & Strategy
0-2 Weeks
Working from your model, year range, budget, grade, and odometer criteria, we shortlist candidate auction lots and arrange pre-bid inspection before a bid is placed.
DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
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Vehicle Secured in Japan
Immediate
Once your approved bid wins, the vehicle is secured at the auction in Japan.
InvoiceVehicle price + Japan Agent Fee + Carbarn Service Fee payable within 48 hours
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VIA Approval
1-4 Weeks
Vehicle Import Approval application is lodged before shipping.
No PaymentNo payment due in this stage
Shipping Invoice Includes
Freight & ShippingGSTImport DutiesLuxury Car Tax (if applicable)Port & Local Charges
Compliance Invoice Includes
Compliance WorkAVV InspectionRAV EntryVIA Approval CostExtra items if required
Complete Import Guide
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Yes — the Lexus IS300h AVE35 is approved for import across the 2022-2026 build range under Eligible as sedan with 2AR-FSE 2.5L hybrid engine - 2WD or AWD - 5 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
AVE35
Year Range
2022-2026
Eligibility
Is the Lexus IS300h AVE35 eligible for import to Australia?
Yes — the Lexus IS300h AVE35 is approved for import across the 2022-2026 build range under Eligible as sedan with 2AR-FSE 2.5L hybrid engine - 2WD or AWD - 5 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Which SEVS approval covers the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
The SEVS number for the Lexus IS300h AVE35 is SEV-000589. This number helps identify the approved import eligibility pathway for this model. Always confirm the exact build year, variant, and model code before bidding or purchasing a vehicle in Japan.
Which build years of the Lexus IS300h AVE35 are eligible?
Build range 2022-2026 is eligible for the Lexus IS300h AVE35. Approval is tied to model code, exact build date, variant, and the published import pathway, all of which Carbarn verifies on the auction sheet before any bid.
Estimated Price
How is the estimated landed price for the Lexus IS300h AVE35 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Lexus IS300h AVE35, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3+, then matched to the approved build range one year at a time.
What is included in the estimated landed cost for the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
For the Lexus IS300h AVE35, the landed estimate covers auction price, Japan Agent Fee, Carbarn Agent Fee, freight, port and customs, import duty, GST, and compliance. It's intended as an honest pre-bid landed total, not a partial quote.
Auction & Bidding
Does Carbarn bid at Japan auctions for the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
Carbarn will bid on the Lexus IS300h AVE35 for you at Japan auctions, after your approval and within your agreed bid cap. We share the auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before any bid, and arrange a pre-bid physical inspection when the auction format allows.
Can Carbarn inspect the Lexus IS300h AVE35 before bidding?
Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Lexus IS300h AVE35. We share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before any bid is placed. Japanese auction vehicles generally cannot be test driven before purchase.
Do I set my own bid limit on the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
Yes. You can set your preferred budget and maximum bid before auction bidding starts. Carbarn only bids after your approval and within your agreed budget cap. If the vehicle cannot be secured within your approved range, we do not proceed beyond your limit.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
The full import process usually takes 6-10 weeks. This includes auction selection, vehicle purchase, VIA approval, vessel booking, secure international transit, arrival in Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final delivery preparation.
What does Carbarn do after winning the Lexus IS300h AVE35 bid?
Once the Lexus IS300h AVE35 is secured in Japan, Carbarn manages the next stages: VIA application before shipping, vessel booking, shipping to Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation. You receive updates throughout the process.
Compliance & Registration
How does Carbarn manage import approval for the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Lexus IS300h AVE35 and submits the VIA application before the vehicle ships from Japan. Valid import approval must be in place before the vehicle can enter Australian compliance, the AVV inspection, and RAV listing.
What's involved in compliance work for the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Lexus IS300h AVE35 in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
What is the compliance package cost for the Lexus IS300h AVE35?
Budget around $1,540 for the Lexus IS300h AVE35 compliance package. That figure covers the work to meet applicable ADR and compliance rules. If tyres, additional repairs, or modifications are needed, they're priced separately and confirmed before any further work.
Warranty & Delivery
What warranty applies to an auction-sourced Lexus IS300h AVE35?
An auction-sourced Lexus IS300h AVE35 doesn't come with the standard 3 months NSW dealer warranty, but a 5-year extended warranty may be available if the vehicle is eligible. Eligibility is confirmed before delivery based on age, condition, and provider criteria.
When is the Lexus IS300h AVE35 ready for delivery?
The Lexus IS300h AVE35 is ready for delivery after arrival in Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment completion. Delivery, pickup, and registration-ready support can be arranged once the vehicle is compliance-complete.
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