Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena HFC27 is approved for import to Australia under multiple SEVS criteria including Environmental Criterion and Mobility Criterion. Each example carries a automatic gearbox and four-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 Nissan Serena HFC27 is approved for import to Australia under 4 SEVS approvals including SEV-000975, SEV-000974, SEV-000802, plus 1 more on the Rover register, granted on multiple criteria including Environmental Criterion and Mobility Criterion, supported by 4 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000668, MRE-000209, MRE-000434, plus 1 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SHUI MIR PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from May 2005 to Oct 2022.
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.
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 — Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Approvals under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion cover vehicles designed, factory-built, or converted as campervans, motorhomes or compatible body configurations. Eligibility is tied to the body configuration and the exact build years, variants and model codes named on the approval.
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 as hybrid with HR12DE or MR20DD engine - 2WD or 4WD - 7 seatsE-POWER and S-HYBRID variants require ‘6AA’ or ‘5AA’ chassis codeLifecare variant with swivel out disability seat eligibleOdometer must be under 80,000 km
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
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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
03
VIA Approval
1-4 Weeks
The VIA application is submitted to the Department of Infrastructure before any vessel is booked.
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 Nissan Serena HFC27 is approved for import across the 2016-2021 build range under Eligible as hybrid with HR12DE or MR20DD engine - 2WD or 4WD - 7 seats. E-POWER and S-HYBRID variants require ‘6AA’ or ‘5AA’ chassis code. Lifecare variant with swivel out disability seat eligible. Odometer must be under 80,000 km. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
HFC27
Year Range
2016-2021
Eligibility
Does the Nissan Serena HFC27 qualify for import to Australia?
Yes — the Nissan Serena HFC27 is approved for import across the 2016-2021 build range under Eligible as hybrid with HR12DE or MR20DD engine - 2WD or 4WD - 7 seats. E-POWER and S-HYBRID variants require ‘6AA’ or ‘5AA’ chassis code. Lifecare variant with swivel out disability seat eligible. Odometer must be under 80,000 km. 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 Nissan Serena HFC27?
SEVS reference SEV-000975, SEV-000974, SEV-000802, SEV-001055 applies to the Nissan Serena HFC27. 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 Nissan Serena HFC27 is approved for import?
Imports are approved for Nissan Serena HFC27 vehicles built in the 2016-2021 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 does Carbarn calculate the landed cost for the Nissan Serena HFC27?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Serena HFC27, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3.5+ and odometer within 0-80,000km, then matched to the approved build range.
What's the going Japan auction price for the Nissan Serena HFC27?
Over last 90 days of recent Japan auction sales, the Nissan Serena HFC27 has averaged about ¥2,500,000 JPY ($22,320 AUD). Individual sale prices shift with grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand on the day.
What costs are bundled into the landed estimate for the Nissan Serena HFC27?
The Nissan Serena HFC27 landed estimate bundles the auction price, Japan Agent Fee, Carbarn Agent Fee, international freight, port and customs, import duty, GST, and the compliance package — so you see the transparent landed cost before any bid is placed.
Auction & Bidding
Can Carbarn bid on the Nissan Serena HFC27 for me in Japan?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Nissan Serena HFC27 through Japanese auctions after your approval and within your agreed budget cap. Where possible, we arrange pre-bid physical inspection and share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.
Will Carbarn check the Nissan Serena HFC27 before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Nissan Serena HFC27 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 Nissan Serena HFC27?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Nissan Serena HFC27 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.
Deposit & Payments
How much is the deposit to start bidding on the Nissan Serena HFC27?
To start bidding on the Nissan Serena HFC27, the auction deposit is $2,678 AUD. It's refundable if no vehicle is secured and refundable if you decide not to proceed before a bid is placed.
Timeline & Shipping
How long does it take to import the Nissan Serena HFC27 from Japan?
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 does Carbarn do after winning the Nissan Serena HFC27 bid?
After the Nissan Serena HFC27 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 Nissan Serena HFC27?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Nissan Serena HFC27 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 is the Nissan Serena HFC27 made compliant in Australia?
Compliance for the Nissan Serena HFC27 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.
What compliance package price applies to the Nissan Serena HFC27?
The estimated compliance package for the Nissan Serena HFC27 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
Does an auction-sourced Nissan Serena HFC27 include dealer warranty?
Auction-sourced vehicles do not include the standard 3 months NSW dealer warranty. A 5-year extended warranty may be available for eligible vehicles. Warranty eligibility is confirmed before delivery and depends on the vehicle, age, condition, and warranty provider criteria.
When can the Nissan Serena HFC27 be handed over?
Once the Nissan Serena HFC27 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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