Mercedes-Benz S-Class 450H 222058 Import to Australia
222058
2017-2020
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a I6 engine, a automatic gearbox, and 2wd. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.
This Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-001079, granted on the Performance Criterion and valid until 28 June 2029. The approval is linked to MRE-000970 (Category MA, issued by ORACLE CERTIFICATION PTY. LTD.) Approvals cover builds from June 2017 to Dec 2020.
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 sources 6/2017 to 12/2020 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 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 S450 Hybrid with 3.0L I6 petrol M256 engine and EQ Boost mild hybrid system5 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
02
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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The Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2017-2020 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as S450 Hybrid with 3.0L I6 petrol M256 engine and EQ Boost mild hybrid system. 5 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
Model Code
222058
Year Range
2017-2020
Eligibility
Can the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 be imported to Australia under SEVS?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2017-2020 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as S450 Hybrid with 3.0L I6 petrol M256 engine and EQ Boost mild hybrid system. 5 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
What is the SEVS number for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
SEVS reference SEV-001079 applies to the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058. 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.
What build-date range of the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 is approved for import?
Imports are approved for Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 vehicles built in the 2017-2020 window. Carbarn cross-checks model code, build date, and variant against the approval to confirm compliance and reduce approval risk before bidding.
Estimated Price
How is the estimated landed price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058, 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
For the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058, 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
Yes — we bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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.
Can Carbarn inspect the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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.
Timeline & Shipping
How long until the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 is ready for delivery?
Expect roughly 6-10 weeks from search to delivery. The timeline covers sourcing, the winning bid, VIA approval, vessel scheduling, international shipping, arrival in Sydney, compliance at our workshop, AVV verification, RAV entry, and delivery prep.
What are the next steps once the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 is purchased at auction?
Once your bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
For the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058, 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.
How does Carbarn complete compliance for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058?
Budget around $2,750 for the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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
Is warranty included on a Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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 is the Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 ready for delivery?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class 450H 222058 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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