Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Mobility Criterion. Each example carries a MR20DD 4-cylinder DOHC 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 FNC26 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 sources 11/2010 to 12/2016 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 side swivel out seatPetrol fuel type8 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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The Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2010-2016 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol fuel type. 8 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.
Model Code
FNC26
Year Range
2010-2016
Eligibility
Is the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 eligible for import to Australia?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 qualifies for import to Australia within the 2010-2016 window. Approval is granted under Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol fuel type. 8 seats, 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 Lifecare FNC26?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000801. 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 Lifecare FNC26 be imported?
Build range 2010-2016 is eligible for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26. Approval is tied to model code, exact build date, variant, and the published import pathway, all of which Carbarn verifies on the auction sheet before any bid.
Estimated Price
How is the estimated landed price for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26, 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 FNC26 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 at around ¥950,000 JPY (~$8,481 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 FNC26?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26, 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
Does Carbarn bid at Japan auctions for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
Carbarn will bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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.
Can Carbarn inspect the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 before bidding?
Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26. 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.
Can I choose my maximum bid for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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 deposit secures a bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
A refundable deposit of $1,339 AUD secures bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26. 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
How long until the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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 does Carbarn do after winning the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 bid?
After the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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
What's the VIA process for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26, 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.
How does Carbarn complete compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
What compliance package price applies to the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26?
The estimated compliance package for the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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 Lifecare FNC26 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 is the Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 ready for delivery?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare FNC26 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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