Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 222057 Import to Australia
222057
2013-2017
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Environmental Criterion. Each example carries a V6 hybrid engine, a automatic gearbox, and rear-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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000683, all granted on the Environmental Criterion, supported by 4 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000100, MRE-000043, MRE-000123, plus 1 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from May 2013 to May 2017.
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 5/2013 to 5/2017 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 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 S400h variant with 3.5L V6 petrol/electric hybrid engineSedan body type5 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 where possible before a bid is placed.
DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
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Vehicle Secured in Japan
Immediate
Vehicle is secured in Japan after the approved bid succeeds.
InvoiceVehicle price + Japan Agent Fee + Carbarn Service Fee payable within 48 hours
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VIA Approval
1-4 Weeks
Carbarn lodges the Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) application before the vehicle ships from Japan.
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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2013-2017 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as S400h variant with 3.5L V6 petrol/electric hybrid engine. Sedan body type. 5 seats. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
222057
Year Range
2013-2017
Eligibility
Does the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 qualify for import to Australia?
Yes. The Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2013-2017 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as S400h variant with 3.5L V6 petrol/electric hybrid engine. Sedan body type. 5 seats. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Which SEVS approval covers the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000683. This identifies the published eligibility pathway for the model. Always confirm the exact build year, variant, and model code before purchasing a vehicle in Japan.
For which production years can the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 be imported?
Build range 2013-2017 is eligible for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057. 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
What goes into the estimated landed price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057.
What is the typical Japan auction price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is approximately ¥5,778,897 JPY, or $50,969 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
Which line items make up the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 landed cost?
The estimated landed cost for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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
Can Carbarn bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 for me in Japan?
Yes — we bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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 S400 222057 before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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.
Do I set my own bid limit on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 after your written approval and never above your agreed limit. If the vehicle can't be secured within range, we stop rather than overbid.
Deposit & Payments
What is the refundable auction deposit for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
The refundable auction deposit for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is $7,951 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 bid?
After the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 is won, Carbarn handles the next stages end-to-end: VIA application before shipping, vessel booking, ocean transit to Sydney, compliance at our workshop, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation — with progress updates at each step.
Compliance & Registration
How is import approval handled for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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 does Carbarn complete compliance for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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 S400 222057?
Budget around $2,750 for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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 S400 222057 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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 S400 222057 ready for delivery?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S400 222057 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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