Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Suzuki Alto HA36S is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Environmental Criterion. Each example carries a R06A 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000666, all granted on the Environmental Criterion, supported by 3 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000109, MRE-000340 and MRE-000629 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Oct 2020 to Nov 2021.
Why qualified — Environmental Criterion. The SEVS Environmental Criterion covers vehicles with a measurable emissions or fuel-economy advantage over equivalent vehicles supplied in volume to the Australian market. Approval is granted on the basis of the published environmental thresholds. 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 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 hatchback or sedan with R06A 658cc petrol engine4 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
Working from your model, year range, budget, grade, and odometer criteria, we shortlist candidate auction lots and arrange pre-bid inspection where possible before a bid is placed.
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
Carbarn lodges the Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) application before the vehicle ships from Japan.
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 Suzuki Alto HA36S is approved for import across the 2020-2021 build range under Eligible as hatchback or sedan with R06A 658cc petrol engine. 4 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
HA36S
Year Range
2020-2021
Eligibility
Can the Suzuki Alto HA36S be imported to Australia under SEVS?
Yes — the Suzuki Alto HA36S is approved for import across the 2020-2021 build range under Eligible as hatchback or sedan with R06A 658cc petrol engine. 4 seats. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
What is the SEVS number for the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
SEVS reference SEV-000666 applies to the Suzuki Alto HA36S. 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.
What build-date range of the Suzuki Alto HA36S is approved for import?
Imports are approved for Suzuki Alto HA36S vehicles built in the 2020-2021 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 is the estimated landed price for the Suzuki Alto HA36S calculated?
The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Suzuki Alto HA36S, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3.5+ and odometer within 0-80,000km, then matched to the approved build range.
What's the going Japan auction price for the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Suzuki Alto HA36S at around ¥600,000 JPY (~$5,292 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S?
For the Suzuki Alto HA36S, 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S on my behalf?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Suzuki Alto HA36S 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.
Will Carbarn check the Suzuki Alto HA36S before bidding?
Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Suzuki Alto HA36S whenever the auction allows it, and always shares auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes via WhatsApp before bidding. Note that the Japanese auction format does not permit pre-purchase test drives.
Can I choose my maximum bid for the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Suzuki Alto HA36S 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
What deposit secures a bid on the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
A refundable deposit of $1,323 AUD secures bidding on the Suzuki Alto HA36S. 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S is purchased at auction?
Once the Suzuki Alto HA36S 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
What's the VIA process for the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
For the Suzuki Alto HA36S, 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 Suzuki Alto HA36S?
The Suzuki Alto HA36S goes through Carbarn's full compliance program after arrival — workshop rectification work, documentation, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and the support needed to make the vehicle registration-ready in Australia.
How much does compliance cost for the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
Budget around $1,540 for the Suzuki Alto HA36S 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
Does an auction-sourced Suzuki Alto HA36S 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.
At what point can I take delivery of the Suzuki Alto HA36S?
Once the Suzuki Alto HA36S arrives in Sydney and has passed compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment, it's ready for handover. Carbarn coordinates delivery, pickup, and registration-ready support at that point.
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