Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Lexus LS460 USF45 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a V8 engine, a automatic gearbox, and all-wheel drive. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection where possible, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.
This Lexus LS460 USF45 is approved for import to Australia under 5 SEVS approvals including SEV-000921, SEV-000920, SEV-000344, plus 2 more on the Rover register, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 3 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000203, MRE-000304 and MRE-000676 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Sept 2006 to Aug 2017.
Why qualified — Performance Criterion. Approvals granted under the SEVS Performance Criterion apply to vehicles that demonstrate a substantially superior performance specification — for example, power-to-weight, acceleration, or another measurable performance metric — compared with vehicles supplied to the Australian market in volume. 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 handles every stage of the journey: auction-sheet verification, bidding with your approval, ocean freight, customs and biosecurity clearance, and full SEVS-compliant rectification at our Sydney workshop. Once verified by an Approved Vehicle Verifier, the vehicle is entered into the Register of Approved Vehicles and delivered with documentation suitable for state registration.
Specifications coveredEligible as sedan with 1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 petrol engine and 8 speed automatic transmissionRWD variants eligible for 2006–2007; 4WD variants eligible for 2008–2017
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
Carbarn narrows down candidate vehicles by model, year range, budget, auction grade, mileage, and condition, then arranges a pre-bid physical inspection where the auction format allows.
DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
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Vehicle Secured in Japan
Immediate
A successful approved bid means the vehicle is secured at the Japanese auction.
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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The Lexus LS460 USF45 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2006-2007, 2008-2017 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as sedan with 1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 petrol engine and 8 speed automatic transmission. RWD variants eligible for 2006–2007; 4WD variants eligible for 2008–2017, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
Model Code
USF45
Year Range
2006-2007, 2008-2017
Eligibility
Can the Lexus LS460 USF45 be imported to Australia under SEVS?
The Lexus LS460 USF45 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2006-2007, 2008-2017 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as sedan with 1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 petrol engine and 8 speed automatic transmission. RWD variants eligible for 2006–2007; 4WD variants eligible for 2008–2017, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
What is the SEVS number for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
SEVS reference SEV-000921, SEV-000920, SEV-000344, SEV-000345, SEV-000550 applies to the Lexus LS460 USF45. It identifies the published import-eligibility pathway on the Rover register. Confirm build year, variant and model code before bidding to avoid mismatch with the approval.
Which build years of the Lexus LS460 USF45 are eligible?
The Lexus LS460 USF45 is eligible across the 2006-2007, 2008-2017 build range. Eligibility is linked to the model code, build date, variant, and approved import pathway. Carbarn checks these details before bidding to reduce compliance and approval risk.
Estimated Price
What goes into the estimated landed price for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
The estimated landed price is calculated using market-verified Japan auction sales data from last 90 days. We apply a quality benchmark of minimum auction grade 3.5+, an odometer range of 0-80,000km, and the eligible build range for the Lexus LS460 USF45.
What's the going Japan auction price for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Lexus LS460 USF45 is approximately ¥1,959,459 JPY, or $17,437 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
Which line items make up the Lexus LS460 USF45 landed cost?
The estimated landed cost for the Lexus LS460 USF45 includes the average auction price, Japan Agent Fee, Carbarn Agent Fee, freight, port and customs, import duty, GST, and compliance package. The estimate is designed to show a transparent landed cost before bidding.
Auction & Bidding
Will Carbarn place bids on a Lexus LS460 USF45 on my behalf?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Lexus LS460 USF45 through Japanese auctions after your approval and within your agreed budget cap. Where possible, we arrange pre-bid physical inspection and share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.
Is a pre-bid inspection available for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Lexus LS460 USF45 is arranged where the auction format allows. The auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes are shared via WhatsApp before any approved bid. Test drives are generally not permitted at Japanese auctions.
Can I choose my maximum bid for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Lexus LS460 USF45 is placed, Carbarn confirms your budget and maximum bid in writing, then bids only within that limit. If the lot exceeds your range, we let it go.
Deposit & Payments
How much is the deposit to start bidding on the Lexus LS460 USF45?
The refundable auction deposit for the Lexus LS460 USF45 is $2,669 AUD. It is required before bidding starts, fully refundable if no vehicle is secured, and fully refundable if you decide not to proceed before any bid is placed.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Lexus LS460 USF45?
Plan for around 6-10 weeks end-to-end. That window covers auction selection and purchase, VIA application and approval, vessel booking and transit, arrival in Sydney, compliance work, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final preparation for handover.
What does Carbarn do after winning the Lexus LS460 USF45 bid?
Once the Lexus LS460 USF45 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 is import approval handled for the Lexus LS460 USF45?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Lexus LS460 USF45 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.
How is the Lexus LS460 USF45 made compliant in Australia?
Compliance for the Lexus LS460 USF45 is completed through Carbarn's compliance process after arrival. This may include workshop compliance work, required documentation, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and registration-ready support for Australian road use.
What compliance package price applies to the Lexus LS460 USF45?
The estimated compliance package for the Lexus LS460 USF45 is $1,540. The vehicle must meet applicable Australian Design Rules and compliance requirements. If tyres, repairs, modifications, or other required items are needed, they are quoted separately before work proceeds.
Warranty & Delivery
Is warranty included on a Lexus LS460 USF45 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Lexus LS460 USF45 examples qualify for a 5-year extended warranty — eligibility depends on age, condition, and the warranty provider's terms, and is confirmed before delivery.
When can the Lexus LS460 USF45 be handed over?
Delivery of the Lexus LS460 USF45 happens after the vehicle arrives in Sydney and completes workshop compliance, the AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment. Pickup, transport, and registration-ready paperwork are arranged once it's compliance-complete.
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