Mercedes-Benz S-Class S450 222058 Import to Australia
222058
2017-2020
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Environmental Criterion. Each example carries 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 S450 222058 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000712, all granted on the Environmental Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000065 and MRE-000082 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from June 2017 to Dec 2020.
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 6/2017 to 12/2020 Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 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 M256 turbo hybrid engine and EQ BoostHybrid fuel 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 S450 222058 is approved for import across the 2017-2020 build range under Eligible as S450 Hybrid with 3.0L I6 M256 turbo hybrid engine and EQ Boost. Hybrid fuel type. 5 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
222058
Year Range
2017-2020
Eligibility
Is the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 eligible for import to Australia?
Yes — the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is approved for import across the 2017-2020 build range under Eligible as S450 Hybrid with 3.0L I6 M256 turbo hybrid engine and EQ Boost. Hybrid fuel type. 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
The SEVS number for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is SEV-000712. 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 be imported?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is eligible across the 2017-2020 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
How is the estimated landed price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3.5+ and odometer within 0-80,000km, then matched to the approved build range.
How much does the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is approximately ¥9,225,265 JPY, or $81,366 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
What is included in the estimated landed cost for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
For the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 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
Can Carbarn bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 for me in Japan?
Yes — we bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 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.
Will Carbarn check the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 before bidding?
Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 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.
Do I set my own bid limit on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
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 deposit secures a bid on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
A refundable deposit of $16,924 AUD secures bidding on the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058. The deposit is fully refundable if no vehicle is secured, and fully refundable if you pull out before any bid has been placed on your behalf.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 is purchased at auction?
After the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 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 does Carbarn manage import approval for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 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 Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
The Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 goes through Carbarn's full compliance program after arrival — workshop rectification work, documentation, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and the support needed to make the vehicle registration-ready in Australia.
What is the compliance package cost for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
Budget around $2,750 for the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 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 S450 222058 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 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.
At what point can I take delivery of the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058?
Once the Mercedes-benz S-Class S450 222058 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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