Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena C27 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Mobility Criterion and Environmental Criterion. Each example carries a automatic gearbox. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.
This Nissan Serena C27 is approved for import to Australia under 4 SEVS approvals including SEV-000802, SEV-000974, SEV-000975, plus 1 more on the Rover register, granted on multiple criteria including Mobility Criterion and Environmental Criterion, supported by 4 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000668, MRE-000209, MRE-000547, plus 1 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SHUI MIR PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from May 2005 to Feb 2025.
Why qualified — Mobility Criterion. The SEVS Mobility Criterion applies to vehicles designed, factory-built, or appropriately modified (including by approved post-manufacture providers) to accommodate users with reduced mobility — for example wheelchair access, hand controls or transfer seats. Eligibility is build-specific and granted on the basis of the documented features on the approval.
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. We source 7/2016 to 10/2021 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.
Specifications coveredEligible with HR12DE Hybrid - MR20DD Hybrid - MR20DD Petrol - or MR20-DD-DI Hybrid enginesHybrid and petrol fuel types eligibleLifecare variant with side lift seat for the disabled eligibleOdometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres for compliance
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
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
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The Nissan Serena C27 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2016-2021 window. Approval is granted under Eligible with HR12DE Hybrid - MR20DD Hybrid - MR20DD Petrol - or MR20-DD-DI Hybrid engines. Hybrid and petrol fuel types eligible. Lifecare variant with side lift seat for the disabled eligible. Odometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres for compliance, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
Model Code
C27
Year Range
2016-2021
Eligibility
Is the Nissan Serena C27 eligible for import to Australia?
The Nissan Serena C27 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2016-2021 window. Approval is granted under Eligible with HR12DE Hybrid - MR20DD Hybrid - MR20DD Petrol - or MR20-DD-DI Hybrid engines. Hybrid and petrol fuel types eligible. Lifecare variant with side lift seat for the disabled eligible. Odometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres for compliance, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
What is the SEVS number for the Nissan Serena C27?
The Nissan Serena C27 is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000802, SEV-000974, SEV-000975, SEV-000371. 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 Nissan Serena C27 be imported?
The Nissan Serena C27 is eligible across the 2016-2021 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 Nissan Serena C27?
Carbarn calculates the landed estimate from market-verified Japan auction sales over last 90 days, filtered to auction grade 3+ or better and the eligible build range of the Nissan Serena C27. Odometer is not filtered — the typical odometer for each year is shown as context.
How much does the Nissan Serena C27 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Nissan Serena C27 is approximately ¥1,850,000 JPY, or $16,148 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
Which line items make up the Nissan Serena C27 landed cost?
The estimated landed cost for the Nissan Serena C27 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 Nissan Serena C27 for me in Japan?
Carbarn will bid on the Nissan Serena C27 for you at Japan auctions, after your approval and within your agreed bid cap. We share the auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before any bid, and arrange a pre-bid physical inspection when the auction format allows.
Will Carbarn check the Nissan Serena C27 before bidding?
Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Nissan Serena C27 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.
Can I choose my maximum bid for the Nissan Serena C27?
Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Nissan Serena C27 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 Nissan Serena C27?
To start bidding on the Nissan Serena C27, the auction deposit is $2,618 AUD. It's refundable if no vehicle is secured and refundable if you decide not to proceed before a bid is placed.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Nissan Serena C27?
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 happens after the Nissan Serena C27 is secured in Japan?
Once your bid on the Nissan Serena C27 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 Nissan Serena C27?
For the Nissan Serena C27, 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 Nissan Serena C27?
Compliance for the Nissan Serena C27 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 Nissan Serena C27?
The estimated compliance package for the Nissan Serena C27 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
What warranty applies to an auction-sourced Nissan Serena C27?
An auction-sourced Nissan Serena C27 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 Nissan Serena C27 be handed over?
Once the Nissan Serena C27 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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