Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Nissan Skyline CKV36 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a V6 petrol engine, a automatic gearbox, and rear-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 Skyline CKV36 is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000769 and SEV-000771, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 5 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000060, MRE-000107, MRE-000566, plus 2 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Oct 2007 to May 2013.
Why qualified — Performance Criterion. Approvals granted under the SEVS Performance Criterion apply to vehicles that demonstrate a substantially superior performance specification — for example, power-to-weight, acceleration, or another measurable performance metric — compared with vehicles supplied to the Australian market in volume. Eligibility is build-specific: the exact build years, variants and model codes named on the approval are the binding reference.
How Carbarn runs this import. We source 10/2007 to 5/2013 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 sedan or coupe with petrol V6 engineEngine codes VQ35, VQ37, VQ37VHR - VQ35HR eligible
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
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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 Skyline CKV36 is approved for import across the 2007-2013 build range under Eligible as sedan or coupe with petrol V6 engine. Engine codes VQ35, VQ37, VQ37VHR - VQ35HR eligible. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
CKV36
Year Range
2007-2013
Eligibility
Does the Nissan Skyline CKV36 qualify for import to Australia?
Yes — the Nissan Skyline CKV36 is approved for import across the 2007-2013 build range under Eligible as sedan or coupe with petrol V6 engine. Engine codes VQ35, VQ37, VQ37VHR - VQ35HR eligible. 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 Skyline CKV36?
SEVS reference SEV-000769, SEV-000771 applies to the Nissan Skyline CKV36. 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.
Which build years of the Nissan Skyline CKV36 are eligible?
Build range 2007-2013 is eligible for the Nissan Skyline CKV36. 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 Skyline CKV36 calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Skyline CKV36, 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 Skyline CKV36 usually sell for at Japan auctions?
Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Nissan Skyline CKV36 at around ¥1,852,656 JPY (~$16,340 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 Skyline CKV36?
For the Nissan Skyline CKV36, 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 Skyline CKV36 on my behalf?
Carbarn will bid on the Nissan Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36 before bidding?
Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Nissan Skyline CKV36. 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.
Do I set my own bid limit on the Nissan Skyline CKV36?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Nissan Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36?
A refundable deposit of $2,646 AUD secures bidding on the Nissan Skyline CKV36. 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 Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36 is secured in Japan?
After the Nissan Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36?
For the Nissan Skyline CKV36, 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.
What's involved in compliance work for the Nissan Skyline CKV36?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Nissan Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36?
Compliance for the Nissan Skyline CKV36 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
Does an auction-sourced Nissan Skyline CKV36 include dealer warranty?
An auction-sourced Nissan Skyline CKV36 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 Skyline CKV36 ready for delivery?
The Nissan Skyline CKV36 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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