Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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 NC26 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 engine
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
We shortlist suitable vehicles matching the target model, year range, budget, grade, mileage, and condition. We arrange pre-bid physical inspection where possible before any bid is placed.
DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
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Vehicle Secured in Japan
Immediate
Once your approved bid wins, the vehicle is secured at the auction in Japan.
InvoiceVehicle price + Japan Agent Fee + Carbarn Service Fee payable within 48 hours
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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 Lifecare NC26 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2010-2016 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol engine. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
NC26
Year Range
2010-2016
Eligibility
Does the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 qualify for import to Australia?
Yes. The Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2010-2016 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as Lifecare variant with side swivel out seat. Petrol engine. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
What SEVS reference applies to the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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 NC26 be imported?
Imports are approved for Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 vehicles built in the 2010-2016 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 Lifecare NC26?
Carbarn calculates the landed estimate from market-verified Japan auction sales over last 90 days, filtered to auction grade 3.5+ or better, an odometer band of 0-80,000km, and the eligible build range of the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26.
How much does the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Based on last 90 days of Japan auction sales data, the average auction price for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 is approximately ¥850,000 JPY, or $7,588 AUD. Pricing varies by grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand.
Which line items make up the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 landed cost?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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
Will Carbarn place bids on a Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 on my behalf?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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 NC26 before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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.
Who decides the maximum bid for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26?
Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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
How much is the deposit to start bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26?
A refundable deposit of $1,339 AUD secures bidding on the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26. 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 NC26 is ready for delivery?
Expect roughly 6-10 weeks from search to delivery. The timeline covers sourcing, the winning bid, VIA approval, vessel scheduling, international shipping, arrival in Sydney, compliance at our workshop, AVV verification, RAV entry, and delivery prep.
What happens after the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 is secured in Japan?
Once your bid on the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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
What's the VIA process for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26?
For the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26, 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 NC26?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
What is the compliance package cost for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26?
Budget around $1,540 for the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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
Is warranty included on a Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 examples qualify for a 5-year extended warranty — eligibility depends on age, condition, and the warranty provider's terms, and is confirmed before delivery.
When is the Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 ready for delivery?
The Nissan Serena Lifecare NC26 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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