Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Toyota Hiace KDH222 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Each example carries a automatic gearbox and four-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 Toyota Hiace KDH222 is approved for import to Australia under 3 SEVS approvals SEV-000719, SEV-000774 and SEV-000813, all granted on the Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion, supported by 3 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000233, MRE-000716 and MRE-000803 from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Jan 2004 to Feb 2025.
Why qualified — Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Approvals under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion cover vehicles designed, factory-built, or converted as campervans, motorhomes or compatible body configurations. Eligibility is tied to the body configuration and the exact build years, variants and model codes named on the approval.
How Carbarn runs this import. Carbarn sources 1/2004 to 2/2025 Toyota Hiace 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.
Specifications coveredEligible as a campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats2WD and 4WD variants eligiblePetrol engine code 1TR-FE eligible from 2004 to 2024, Petrol engine codes 1TR - 2TR and diesel engine code 1GD eligible from 2019
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
We shortlist suitable vehicles matching the target model, year range, budget, grade, mileage, and condition. We arrange pre-bid physical inspection where possible before any bid is placed.
DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
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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
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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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Yes. The Toyota Hiace KDH222 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2004-2025 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as a campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats. 2WD and 4WD variants eligible. Petrol engine code 1TR-FE eligible from 2004 to 2024, Petrol engine codes 1TR - 2TR and diesel engine code 1GD eligible from 2019. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
KDH222
Year Range
2004-2025
Eligibility
Does the Toyota Hiace KDH222 qualify for import to Australia?
Yes. The Toyota Hiace KDH222 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2004-2025 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as a campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats. 2WD and 4WD variants eligible. Petrol engine code 1TR-FE eligible from 2004 to 2024, Petrol engine codes 1TR - 2TR and diesel engine code 1GD eligible from 2019. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Which SEVS approval covers the Toyota Hiace KDH222?
The Toyota Hiace KDH222 is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000719, SEV-000774, SEV-000813. 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 Hiace KDH222 be imported?
Build range 2004-2025 is eligible for the Toyota Hiace KDH222. 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 Toyota Hiace KDH222?
Carbarn calculates the landed estimate from market-verified Japan auction sales over last 90 days, filtered to auction grade 3.5+ or better, an odometer band of 0-80,000km, and the eligible build range of the Toyota Hiace KDH222.
What's the going Japan auction price for the Toyota Hiace KDH222?
Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Toyota Hiace KDH222 at around ¥3,500,000 JPY (~$30,870 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 Toyota Hiace KDH222?
The Toyota Hiace KDH222 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
Does Carbarn bid at Japan auctions for the Toyota Hiace KDH222?
Yes — we bid on the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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.
Will Carbarn check the Toyota Hiace KDH222 before bidding?
Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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.
Do I set my own bid limit on the Toyota Hiace KDH222?
You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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 Hiace KDH222?
A refundable deposit of $4,410 AUD secures bidding on the Toyota Hiace KDH222. 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 Toyota Hiace KDH222 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 happens after the Toyota Hiace KDH222 is secured in Japan?
Once your bid on the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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 Toyota Hiace KDH222?
For the Toyota Hiace KDH222, 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 Toyota Hiace KDH222?
Compliance for the Toyota Hiace KDH222 is completed through Carbarn's compliance process after arrival. This may include workshop compliance work, required documentation, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and registration-ready support for Australian road use.
How much does compliance cost for the Toyota Hiace KDH222?
Budget around $1,980 for the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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 Hiace KDH222 bought at auction?
Vehicles sourced through Japan auction do not carry the 3 months NSW dealer warranty. Some Toyota Hiace KDH222 examples qualify for a 5-year extended warranty — eligibility depends on age, condition, and the warranty provider's terms, and is confirmed before delivery.
When can the Toyota Hiace KDH222 be handed over?
Once the Toyota Hiace KDH222 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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