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Lexus LS600h

Lexus LS600h UVF45 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Lexus LS600h UVF45 Import to Australia

UVF45
2007
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Lexus LS600h UVF45 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a 5.0L hybrid V8 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.

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Transparent Landed Cost Breakdown

Transparent import cost estimate including shipping, taxes, and compliance in Australia.

Japan auction sold data21 recent sales · 2007 models · last 90 days
How this estimate is calculated
  • Market-Verified Data: Based on the last 90 days of Japan auction sales.
  • Quality Benchmark: Minimum auction grade 3+.
  • Eligible Build Range: Matched to the approved import year range.
  • Final Price Factors: Auction result, grade, odometer, condition, options, exchange rate, shipping, taxes, and compliance requirements.
How Bidding Works
  • Tell us your target model, year range, budget, and preferred condition.
  • We arrange physical inspection before bidding wherever possible.
  • We share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.
  • We only bid after your approval and within your agreed budget cap.
Landed cost breakdown

Based on 21 sales · grades 3–4.5 · typically ~152,000 km · auction data to 18 Aug 2026

Average Auction Price$3,072
Japan Agent Fee$794
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$3,556
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$1,032

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$11,496

Refundable Auction Deposit

$1,324

Final pricing depends on auction results, exchange rate and vehicle condition.

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 1 SEV · 4 MREs

This Lexus LS600h UVF45 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000549, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 4 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000631, MRE-000623, MRE-000749, plus 1 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from May 2007 to Nov 2007.

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. We source 5/2007 to 11/2007 examples through approved Japanese auction houses, verify build and condition sheets before bidding, and handle every downstream step on your behalf — international freight, Australian customs entry, biosecurity inspection, and the full SEVS compliance program at our Sydney workshop. Final delivery includes paperwork for state registration.

Please note: This explainer is general information only. Eligibility for import under SEVS is determined exclusively by the published approval on the Rover register and the Road Vehicle Standards Rules 2019. Carbarn cross-checks the exact build year, variant and model code against the published approval before bidding — confirming the published approval is the binding source.

Specifications coveredEligible as AWD with 2UR-FSE 5.0L hybrid engineHybrid fuel type5 seats

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How compliance worksHow importing worksAll eligible modelsRoad Vehicle Standards Act 2018

Full Process Timeline & Payments

All timeframes are estimates and may vary depending on auction availability, VIA approval, shipping, and compliance.

3 phases6–10 weeks
  • 01

    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
  • 02

    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
  • 03

    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

View the full process timeline, payments, and deposit details in one place.

How Importing Works

How Compliance Works

Six-step compliance flow handled end-to-end by our team.

  1. 1

    Assess documents / eligibility

  2. 2

    VIA application before shipping

  3. 3

    Vehicle arrives at Carbarn workshop

  4. 4

    Compliance work starts

  5. 5

    AVV inspection + RAV entry

  6. 6

    Ready for registration / delivery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Lexus LS600h UVF45 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2007 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as AWD with 2UR-FSE 5.0L hybrid engine. Hybrid fuel type. 5 seats. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

UVF45

Year Range

2007

Eligibility

Can the Lexus LS600h UVF45 be imported to Australia under SEVS?

Yes. The Lexus LS600h UVF45 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2007 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as AWD with 2UR-FSE 5.0L hybrid engine. Hybrid fuel type. 5 seats. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

What SEVS reference applies to the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

The SEVS number for the Lexus LS600h UVF45 is SEV-000549. 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.

For which production years can the Lexus LS600h UVF45 be imported?

Imports are approved for Lexus LS600h UVF45 vehicles built in the 2007 window. Carbarn cross-checks model code, build date, and variant against the approval to confirm compliance and reduce approval risk before bidding.

Estimated Price

What goes into the estimated landed price for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

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+ and the eligible build range for the Lexus LS600h UVF45, with a median sale price worked out for each build year.

What's the going Japan auction price for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Lexus LS600h UVF45 at around ¥800,000 JPY (~$7,063 AUD) on average. Expect variation based on auction grade, kilometres, options, and demand at the time of sale.

Which line items make up the Lexus LS600h UVF45 landed cost?

The estimated landed cost for the Lexus LS600h UVF45 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

Does Carbarn bid at Japan auctions for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

Yes — we bid on the Lexus LS600h UVF45 on your behalf at Japanese auctions, but only after your written approval and only within the budget cap you've agreed. Where possible we arrange pre-bid inspection and share the auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.

Will Carbarn check the Lexus LS600h UVF45 before bidding?

Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Lexus LS600h UVF45 whenever the auction allows it, and always shares auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before bidding. Note that the Japanese auction format does not permit pre-purchase test drives.

Who decides the maximum bid for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

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.

Deposit & Payments

What is the refundable auction deposit for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

The refundable auction deposit for the Lexus LS600h UVF45 is $1,324 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 LS600h UVF45?

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 are the next steps once the Lexus LS600h UVF45 is purchased at auction?

Once your bid on the Lexus LS600h UVF45 is successful, Carbarn moves through VIA application, vessel booking, shipping, customs and biosecurity, workshop compliance, AVV verification, RAV entry, and delivery prep. We send progress updates throughout.

Compliance & Registration

How does Carbarn manage import approval for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

For the Lexus LS600h UVF45, document assessment and the VIA application are handled by Carbarn ahead of shipping. The VIA must be granted before the vehicle proceeds through Australian compliance, AVV verification, and RAV entry.

What's involved in compliance work for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

Compliance for the Lexus LS600h UVF45 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.

How much does compliance cost for the Lexus LS600h UVF45?

The estimated compliance package for the Lexus LS600h UVF45 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 LS600h UVF45 bought at auction?

An auction-sourced Lexus LS600h UVF45 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 can the Lexus LS600h UVF45 be handed over?

Once the Lexus LS600h UVF45 arrives in Sydney and has passed compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment, it's ready for handover. Carbarn coordinates delivery, pickup, and registration-ready support at that point.

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