Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Mobility Criterion. Each example carries a MR20DD inline-4 engine, a automatic gearbox, and front-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 Lifecare C26 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000801, granted on the Mobility Criterion and valid until 05 Mar 2028. The approval is linked to MRE-000041 (Category MA, issued by SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD) Approvals cover builds from May 2005 to Dec 2016.
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.
How Carbarn runs this import. Carbarn handles every stage of the journey: auction-sheet verification, bidding with your approval, ocean freight, customs and biosecurity clearance, and full SEVS-compliant rectification at our Sydney workshop. Once verified by an Approved Vehicle Verifier, the vehicle is entered into the Register of Approved Vehicles and delivered with documentation suitable for state registration.
Specifications coveredEligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seatPetrol fuel type7 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
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
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
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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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Yes — the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is approved for import across the 2010-2016 build range under Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol fuel type. 7 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
C26
Year Range
2010-2016
Eligibility
Can the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 be imported to Australia under SEVS?
Yes — the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is approved for import across the 2010-2016 build range under Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol fuel type. 7 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
What SEVS reference applies to the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
The SEVS number for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is SEV-000801. 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.
What build-date range of the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is approved for import?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is eligible across the 2010-2016 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26, 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 at around ¥850,000 JPY (~$7,588 AUD) on average. Expect variation based on auction grade, kilometres, options, and demand at the time of sale.
What is included in the estimated landed cost for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26, 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 for me in Japan?
Yes — we bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 before bidding?
Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26. We share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before any bid is placed. Japanese auction vehicles generally cannot be test driven before purchase.
Who decides the maximum bid for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
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 is the refundable auction deposit for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
The refundable auction deposit for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is $1,339 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
How long until the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is ready for delivery?
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 happens after the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is secured in Japan?
After the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
Compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 is estimated at $1,540. The package covers required work to meet Australian Design Rules. Any tyres, additional repairs, modifications, or extra items are quoted separately and confirmed before work proceeds.
Warranty & Delivery
What warranty applies to an auction-sourced Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
An auction-sourced Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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.
At what point can I take delivery of the Nissan Serena Lifecare C26?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C26 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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