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Toyota Crown

Toyota Crown GRS214 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Toyota Crown GRS214 Import to Australia

GRS214
2012-2018
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Toyota Crown GRS214 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Performance Criterion. Each example carries a V6 engine, a automatic gearbox, and 2wd. 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 data29 recent sales · 2013–2016 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 ~104,000 km · auction data to 1 Sept 2026

Average Auction Price$15,625
Japan Agent Fee$1,048
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$4,737
Compliance Package$1,540
GST$2,431

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$26,881

Refundable Auction Deposit

$2,620

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

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 2 SEVs · 6 MREs

This Toyota Crown GRS214 is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000721 and SEV-000722, all granted on the Performance Criterion, supported by 6 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000092, MRE-000297, MRE-000342, plus 3 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Dec 2012 to June 2018.

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 12/2012 to 4/2018 Toyota Crown 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 as sedan with 2GR-FSE 3.5L V6 petrol engine

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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

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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 Toyota Crown GRS214 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2012-2018 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as sedan with 2GR-FSE 3.5L V6 petrol engine. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

GRS214

Year Range

2012-2018

Eligibility

Does the Toyota Crown GRS214 qualify for import to Australia?

Yes. The Toyota Crown GRS214 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2012-2018 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as sedan with 2GR-FSE 3.5L V6 petrol engine. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Which SEVS approval covers the Toyota Crown GRS214?

SEVS reference SEV-000721, SEV-000722 applies to the Toyota Crown GRS214. 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 Crown GRS214 are eligible?

Imports are approved for Toyota Crown GRS214 vehicles built in the 2012-2018 window. Carbarn cross-checks model code, build date, and variant against the approval to confirm compliance and reduce approval risk before bidding.

Estimated Price

What goes into the estimated landed price for the Toyota Crown GRS214?

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 Crown GRS214, with a median sale price worked out for each build year.

What's the going Japan auction price for the Toyota Crown GRS214?

Over last 90 days of recent Japan auction sales, the Toyota Crown GRS214 has averaged about ¥1,850,000 JPY ($16,157 AUD). Individual sale prices shift with grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand on the day.

Which line items make up the Toyota Crown GRS214 landed cost?

The estimated landed cost for the Toyota Crown GRS214 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

Can Carbarn bid on the Toyota Crown GRS214 for me in Japan?

Yes — we bid on the Toyota Crown GRS214 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.

Is a pre-bid inspection available for the Toyota Crown GRS214?

Where possible, Carbarn arranges pre-bid physical inspection before bidding on the Toyota Crown GRS214. 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 Toyota Crown GRS214?

You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Toyota Crown GRS214 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 is the refundable auction deposit for the Toyota Crown GRS214?

The refundable auction deposit for the Toyota Crown GRS214 is $2,620 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 Toyota Crown GRS214 is ready for delivery?

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 happens after the Toyota Crown GRS214 is secured in Japan?

After the Toyota Crown GRS214 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

How does Carbarn manage import approval for the Toyota Crown GRS214?

For the Toyota Crown GRS214, 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.

How is the Toyota Crown GRS214 made compliant in Australia?

The Toyota Crown GRS214 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 Toyota Crown GRS214?

Budget around $1,540 for the Toyota Crown GRS214 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

Is warranty included on a Toyota Crown GRS214 bought at auction?

Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Toyota Crown GRS214 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 Crown GRS214?

The Toyota Crown GRS214 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

3 eligible Toyota Crown GRS214 vehicles currently at auction

2013–2017Grade 4.533,000–125,000 kmavg. landed~$21,765
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2013 TOYOTA CROWN

TAA Chubu

2026-09-03

2013 TOYOTA CROWN

GRS214Grade R · 75,000 km
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2017 TOYOTA CROWN

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

2017 TOYOTA CROWN

GRS214Grade R · 125,000 km
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2016 TOYOTA CROWN

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

2016 TOYOTA CROWN

GRS214Grade 4.5 · 33,000 km
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