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Nissan Skyline

Nissan Skyline NJ50 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Nissan Skyline NJ50 Import to Australia

NJ50
2009-2016
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Nissan Skyline NJ50 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a V6 engine and a automatic gearbox. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.

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Transparent Landed Cost Breakdown

Transparent import cost estimate including shipping, taxes, and compliance in Australia.

Japan auction sold data16 recent sales · 2009–2011 models · last 90 days
How this estimate is calculated
  • Market-Verified Data: Based on the last 90 days of Japan auction sales.
  • Quality Benchmark: Minimum auction grade 3+.
  • Eligible Build Range: Matched to the approved import year range.
  • Final Price Factors: Auction result, grade, odometer, condition, options, exchange rate, shipping, taxes, and compliance requirements.
How Bidding Works
  • Tell us your target model, year range, budget, and preferred condition.
  • We arrange physical inspection before bidding wherever possible.
  • We share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.
  • We only bid after your approval and within your agreed budget cap.
Landed cost breakdown

Based on 4 sales · grades 3.5–4 · typically ~132,000 km · auction data to 1 Sept 2026

Average Auction Price$2,579
Japan Agent Fee$785
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$3,506
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$977

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$10,888

Refundable Auction Deposit

$1,309

Final pricing depends on auction results, exchange rate and vehicle condition.

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 2 SEVs · 2 MREs

This Nissan Skyline NJ50 is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000776 and SEV-000777, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000061 and MRE-000254 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from July 2009 to June 2016.

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. Carbarn sources 7/2009 to 6/2016 Nissan Skyline 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.

Please note: This explainer is general information only. Eligibility for import under SEVS is determined exclusively by the published approval on the Rover register and the Road Vehicle Standards Rules 2019. Carbarn cross-checks the exact build year, variant and model code against the published approval before bidding — confirming the published approval is the binding source.

Specifications coveredEligible for 3.7L V6 petrol engine with automatic transmission2WD and 4WD drivetrain variants eligibleFive seats required

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How compliance worksHow importing worksAll eligible modelsRoad Vehicle Standards Act 2018

Full Process Timeline & Payments

All timeframes are estimates and may vary depending on auction availability, VIA approval, shipping, and compliance.

3 phases6–10 weeks
  • 01

    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
  • 02

    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
  • 03

    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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How Importing Works

How Compliance Works

Six-step compliance flow handled end-to-end by our team.

  1. 1

    Assess documents / eligibility

  2. 2

    VIA application before shipping

  3. 3

    Vehicle arrives at Carbarn workshop

  4. 4

    Compliance work starts

  5. 5

    AVV inspection + RAV entry

  6. 6

    Ready for registration / delivery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — the Nissan Skyline NJ50 is approved for import across the 2009-2016 build range under Eligible for 3.7L V6 petrol engine with automatic transmission. 2WD and 4WD drivetrain variants eligible. Five seats required. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

NJ50

Year Range

2009-2016

Eligibility

Is the Nissan Skyline NJ50 eligible for import to Australia?

Yes — the Nissan Skyline NJ50 is approved for import across the 2009-2016 build range under Eligible for 3.7L V6 petrol engine with automatic transmission. 2WD and 4WD drivetrain variants eligible. Five seats required. 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 NJ50?

The SEVS number for the Nissan Skyline NJ50 is SEV-000776, SEV-000777. 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.

Which build years of the Nissan Skyline NJ50 are eligible?

The Nissan Skyline NJ50 is eligible across the 2009-2016 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 Skyline NJ50 calculated?

The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Nissan Skyline NJ50, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3+, then matched to the approved build range one year at a time.

How much does the Nissan Skyline NJ50 usually sell for at Japan auctions?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Nissan Skyline NJ50 at around ¥1,584,450 JPY (~$13,830 AUD) on average. Expect variation based on auction grade, kilometres, options, and demand at the time of sale.

What costs are bundled into the landed estimate for the Nissan Skyline NJ50?

The Nissan Skyline NJ50 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

Can Carbarn bid on the Nissan Skyline NJ50 for me in Japan?

Yes — we bid on the Nissan Skyline NJ50 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 Skyline NJ50 before bidding?

Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Nissan Skyline NJ50. 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 NJ50?

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 Skyline NJ50?

The refundable auction deposit for the Nissan Skyline NJ50 is $2,618 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 Skyline NJ50 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 are the next steps once the Nissan Skyline NJ50 is purchased at auction?

Once the Nissan Skyline NJ50 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 Skyline NJ50?

Carbarn reviews the documents for the Nissan Skyline NJ50 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 Skyline NJ50?

Carbarn completes compliance for the Nissan Skyline NJ50 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 Skyline NJ50?

Budget around $1,540 for the Nissan Skyline NJ50 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

What warranty applies to an auction-sourced Nissan Skyline NJ50?

An auction-sourced Nissan Skyline NJ50 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 Skyline NJ50?

The Nissan Skyline NJ50 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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Live Auction Lots in Japan

1 eligible Nissan Skyline NJ50 vehicle currently at auction

2011Grade 3.5196,000–196,000 kmavg. landed~$10,732
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2011 NISSAN SKYLINE CROSSOVER

NAA Osaka

2026-09-03

2011 NISSAN SKYLINE CROSSOVER

NJ50Grade 3.5 · 196,000 km
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