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Toyota Blade

Toyota Blade GRE156H — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Toyota Blade GRE156H Import to Australia

GRE156H
2007-2012
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Toyota Blade GRE156H is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a V6 engine, a automatic gearbox, and front-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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Landed Cost Breakdown

Import cost estimate including shipping, taxes, and compliance in Australia.

Japan auction sold data14 recent sales · 2007–2008 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 3 sales · grades 3.5–4 · typically ~114,000 km · auction data to 16 Oct 2026

Suggested Auction Price$3,334
Japan Agent Fee$820
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$3,485
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$1,054

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$11,734

Refundable Auction Deposit

$1,366

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

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 2 SEVs · 3 MREs

This Toyota Blade GRE156H is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000660 and SEV-000040, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 3 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000173, MRE-000113 and MRE-000624 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Aug 2007 to Apr 2012.

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 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.

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 Master and Master G variants with 3.5L V6 petrol engine (2GR-FE)5 seats

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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

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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

The Toyota Blade GRE156H qualifies for import to Australia within the 2007-2012 window. Approval is granted under Eligible for Master and Master G variants with 3.5L V6 petrol engine (2GR-FE). 5 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.

Model Code

GRE156H

Year Range

2007-2012

Eligibility

Can the Toyota Blade GRE156H be imported to Australia under SEVS?

The Toyota Blade GRE156H qualifies for import to Australia within the 2007-2012 window. Approval is granted under Eligible for Master and Master G variants with 3.5L V6 petrol engine (2GR-FE). 5 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.

What is the SEVS number for the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

SEVS reference SEV-000660, SEV-000040 applies to the Toyota Blade GRE156H. 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 Toyota Blade GRE156H are eligible?

Build range 2007-2012 is eligible for the Toyota Blade GRE156H. 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

What goes into the estimated landed price for the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

The estimated landed price is calculated using market-verified Japan auction sales data from last 90 days. We apply a quality benchmark of minimum auction grade 3+ and the eligible build range for the Toyota Blade GRE156H, with a median sale price worked out for each build year.

What is the typical Japan auction price for the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Toyota Blade GRE156H at around ¥700,000 JPY (~$6,378 AUD) on average. Expect variation based on auction grade, kilometres, options, and demand at the time of sale.

Which line items make up the Toyota Blade GRE156H landed cost?

The estimated landed cost for the Toyota Blade GRE156H includes the average auction price, Japan Agent Fee, Carbarn Agent Fee, freight, port and customs, import duty, GST, and compliance package. The estimate is designed to show a transparent landed cost before bidding.

Auction & Bidding

Will Carbarn place bids on a Toyota Blade GRE156H on my behalf?

Carbarn will bid on the Toyota Blade GRE156H 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 Toyota Blade GRE156H before bidding?

Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Toyota Blade GRE156H. 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.

Can I choose my maximum bid for the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Toyota Blade GRE156H 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 Toyota Blade GRE156H?

To start bidding on the Toyota Blade GRE156H, the auction deposit is $1,366 AUD. It's refundable if no vehicle is secured and refundable if you decide not to proceed before a bid is placed.

Timeline & Shipping

How long does it take to import the Toyota Blade GRE156H from Japan?

The full import process usually takes 6-10 weeks. This includes auction selection, vehicle purchase, VIA approval, vessel booking, secure international transit, arrival in Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final delivery preparation.

What does Carbarn do after winning the Toyota Blade GRE156H bid?

After the Toyota Blade GRE156H 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

What's the VIA process for the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Blade GRE156H 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.

How is the Toyota Blade GRE156H made compliant in Australia?

The Toyota Blade GRE156H 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.

What compliance package price applies to the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

Compliance for the Toyota Blade GRE156H 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

Is warranty included on a Toyota Blade GRE156H bought at auction?

Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Toyota Blade GRE156H examples qualify for a 5-year extended warranty — eligibility depends on age, condition, and the warranty provider's terms, and is confirmed before delivery.

At what point can I take delivery of the Toyota Blade GRE156H?

The Toyota Blade GRE156H 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 Toyota Blade GRE156H vehicle currently at auction

2008Grade 3.577,000–77,000 kmavg. landed~$11,746
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2008 TOYOTA BLADE

JU Saitama

2026-10-20

2008 TOYOTA BLADE

GRE156HGrade 3.5 · 77,000 km
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