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Import & Compliance

Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB Import to Australia

GVB
2007-2014
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a 2.0L turbocharged engine, a manual gearbox, and all-wheel drive. 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 data14 recent sales · 2010–2013 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 ~142,500 km · auction data to 1 Sept 2026

Average Auction Price$12,104
Japan Agent Fee$878
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$4,368
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$2,025

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$22,416

Refundable Auction Deposit

$1,317

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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000954 and SEV-000363, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000202 and MRE-000199 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Oct 2007 to Aug 2014.

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 8/2014 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.

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 as sedan or hatchback with 2.0L turbocharged EJ20 or EJ207 petrol engine5 seats

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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

    We shortlist suitable vehicles matching the target model, year range, budget, grade, mileage, and condition. We arrange pre-bid physical inspection before any bid is placed.

    DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
  • 02

    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
  • 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

View the full process timeline, payments, and deposit details in one place.

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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is approved for import across the 2007-2014 build range under Eligible as sedan or hatchback with 2.0L turbocharged EJ20 or EJ207 petrol engine. 5 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

GVB

Year Range

2007-2014

Eligibility

Is the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB eligible for import to Australia?

Yes — the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is approved for import across the 2007-2014 build range under Eligible as sedan or hatchback with 2.0L turbocharged EJ20 or EJ207 petrol engine. 5 seats. 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

The SEVS number for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is SEV-000954, SEV-000363. 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.

For which production years can the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB be imported?

Build range 2007-2014 is eligible for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB. 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 does Carbarn calculate the landed cost for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

Carbarn calculates the landed estimate from market-verified Japan auction sales over last 90 days, filtered to auction grade 3+ or better and the eligible build range of the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB. Odometer is not filtered — the typical odometer for each year is shown as context.

How much does the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB usually sell for at Japan auctions?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB at around ¥3,255,471 JPY (~$28,596 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

The Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB on my behalf?

Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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.

Is a pre-bid inspection available for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

Pre-bid physical inspection of the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

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 deposit secures a bid on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

A refundable deposit of $4,392 AUD secures bidding on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB. 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 does it take to import the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB from Japan?

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 are the next steps once the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB is purchased at auction?

Once your bid on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

For the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB, 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

Carbarn completes compliance for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB?

Compliance for the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB 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 Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB ready for delivery?

Delivery of the Subaru Impreza WRX STI GVB happens after the vehicle arrives in Sydney and completes workshop compliance, the AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment. Pickup, transport, and registration-ready paperwork are arranged once it's compliance-complete.

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