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Toyota Chaser Tourer V

Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 Import to Australia

JZX100
1996-2001
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a 2.5L turbocharged inline 6 engine, a automatic gearbox, and rear-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 data15 recent sales · 1997–1999 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 ~169,500 km · auction data to 1 Sept 2026

Average Auction Price$24,092
Japan Agent Fee$1,204
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$5,599
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$3,379

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$37,315

Refundable Auction Deposit

$2,618

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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000963 and SEV-000378, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000263 and MRE-000164 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Jan 1996 to July 2001.

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 1/1996 to 7/2001 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 with 2.5L 1JZ-GTE turbocharged inline 6 petrol engineManual and automatic transmission eligible5 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

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 qualifies for import to Australia within the 1996-2001 window. Approval is granted under Eligible with 2.5L 1JZ-GTE turbocharged inline 6 petrol engine. Manual and automatic transmission eligible. 5 seats, and Carbarn handles every stage end-to-end — sourcing, VIA, compliance, AVV verification, and RAV listing.

Model Code

JZX100

Year Range

1996-2001

Eligibility

Is the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 eligible for import to Australia?

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 qualifies for import to Australia within the 1996-2001 window. Approval is granted under Eligible with 2.5L 1JZ-GTE turbocharged inline 6 petrol engine. Manual and automatic transmission eligible. 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 Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000963, SEV-000378. This identifies the published eligibility pathway for the model. Always confirm the exact build year, variant, and model code before purchasing a vehicle in Japan.

For which production years can the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 be imported?

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is eligible across the 1996-2001 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 calculated?

The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3+, then matched to the approved build range one year at a time.

How much does the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 usually sell for at Japan auctions?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 at around ¥5,355,058 JPY (~$46,744 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

For the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100, 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

Can Carbarn bid on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 for me in Japan?

Yes — we bid on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 before bidding?

Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100. 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 Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 after your written approval and never above your agreed limit. If the vehicle can't be secured within range, we stop rather than overbid.

Deposit & Payments

What deposit secures a bid on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

A refundable deposit of $7,432 AUD secures bidding on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100. 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

What's the expected timeline to import the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

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 happens after the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is secured in Japan?

Once your bid on the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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

How is import approval handled for the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

Carbarn completes compliance for the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100?

The estimated compliance package for the Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 is $1,540. The vehicle must meet applicable Australian Design Rules and compliance requirements. If tyres, repairs, modifications, or other required items are needed, they are quoted separately before work proceeds.

Warranty & Delivery

Does an auction-sourced Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 include dealer warranty?

An auction-sourced Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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 Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 ready for delivery?

The Toyota Chaser Tourer V JZX100 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

8 eligible Toyota Chaser Tourer V vehicles currently at auction — related model codes

1997–2000Grade 3.5–4113,000–284,000 kmavg. landed~$25,312
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1998 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade 3.5 · 284,000 km
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1997 TOYOTA CHASER

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1997 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade 4 · 132,000 km
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1997 TOYOTA CHASER

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

1997 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade R · 176,000 km
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1998 TOYOTA CHASER

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

1998 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade 3.5 · 113,000 km
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1998 TOYOTA CHASER

USS Tokyo

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1998 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade R · 262,000 km
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1999 TOYOTA CHASER

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

1999 TOYOTA CHASER

JZX100Grade R · 198,000 km
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