Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Mobility Criterion. Each example carries a MR20DD 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 C27 is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000802, all granted on the Mobility Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000434 and MRE-000789 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from May 2005 to Oct 2021.
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 sources 7/2016 to 10/2021 Nissan Serena Lifecare 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 Lifecare variant with swivel out or side lift disability seatPetrol engine MR20DD 2.0L
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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is approved for import across the 2016-2021 build range under Eligible as Lifecare variant with swivel out or side lift disability seat. Petrol engine MR20DD 2.0L. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
C27
Year Range
2016-2021
Eligibility
Is the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 eligible for import to Australia?
Yes — the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is approved for import across the 2016-2021 build range under Eligible as Lifecare variant with swivel out or side lift disability seat. Petrol engine MR20DD 2.0L. 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 Lifecare C27?
The SEVS number for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is SEV-000802. 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 C27 is approved for import?
Imports are approved for Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 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 is the estimated landed price for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3.5+ and odometer within 0-80,000km, then matched to the approved build range.
What is the typical Japan auction price for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is approximately ¥1,950,000 JPY, or $17,409 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
What costs are bundled into the landed estimate for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27, 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
Will Carbarn place bids on a Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 on my behalf?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 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.
Can Carbarn inspect the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 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 Lifecare C27?
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 C27?
To start bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27, 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
What's the expected timeline to import the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
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 Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 bid?
Once the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 is secured in Japan, Carbarn manages the next stages: VIA application before shipping, vessel booking, shipping to Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation. You receive updates throughout the process.
Compliance & Registration
How is import approval handled for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27, Carbarn assesses the vehicle documents and lodges the VIA application before shipping where required. The vehicle must have valid import approval before it can proceed through Australian compliance, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
How does Carbarn complete compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
How much does compliance cost for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27?
Budget around $1,540 for the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 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
Does an auction-sourced Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 include dealer warranty?
An auction-sourced Nissan Serena Lifecare 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 is the Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 ready for delivery?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare C27 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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