Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Toyota Hiace KDH226 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Each example carries a manual gearbox and four-wheel drive. We source through approved Japanese auctions, arrange inspection, bid with your approval, and manage import and compliance support end to end.
This Toyota Hiace KDH226 is approved for import to Australia under 2 SEVS approvals SEV-000813 and SEV-000719, all granted on the Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion, supported by 2 Model Report Entries (MREs) MRE-000233 and MRE-000716 issued by SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD. Approvals cover builds from Jan 2004 to Oct 2024.
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. We source 1/2004 to 9/2026 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.
Specifications coveredEligible as campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats and 4WD or 2WD long or super long wheelbase.Petrol engines 1TR - 2TR - 1KD - 2KD - 1GD eligible.Vehicle must be converted to a campervan or motorhome.
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 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
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Yes — the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is approved for import across the 2004-2026 build range under Eligible as campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats and 4WD or 2WD long or super long wheelbase. Petrol engines 1TR - 2TR - 1KD - 2KD - 1GD eligible. Vehicle must be converted to a campervan or motorhome. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
KDH226
Year Range
2004-2026
Eligibility
Can the Toyota Hiace KDH226 be imported to Australia under SEVS?
Yes — the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is approved for import across the 2004-2026 build range under Eligible as campervan with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats and 4WD or 2WD long or super long wheelbase. Petrol engines 1TR - 2TR - 1KD - 2KD - 1GD eligible. Vehicle must be converted to a campervan or motorhome. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
What SEVS reference applies to the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
The SEVS number for the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is SEV-000813, SEV-000719. This number helps identify the approved import eligibility pathway for this model. Always confirm the exact build year, variant, and model code before bidding or purchasing a vehicle in Japan.
Which build years of the Toyota Hiace KDH226 are eligible?
Imports are approved for Toyota Hiace KDH226 vehicles built in the 2004-2026 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 Hiace KDH226?
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 Hiace KDH226, with a median sale price worked out for each build year.
Which line items make up the Toyota Hiace KDH226 landed cost?
The estimated landed cost for the Toyota Hiace KDH226 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 Hiace KDH226 on my behalf?
Carbarn will bid on the Toyota Hiace KDH226 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.
Is a pre-bid inspection available for the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is arranged where the auction format allows. The auction sheet, photos, and inspector notes are shared via WhatsApp before any approved bid. Test drives are generally not permitted at Japanese auctions.
Who decides the maximum bid for the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
Yes. You can set your preferred budget and maximum bid before auction bidding starts. Carbarn only bids after your approval and within your agreed budget cap. If the vehicle cannot be secured within your approved range, we do not proceed beyond your limit.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
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 are the next steps once the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is purchased at auction?
After the Toyota Hiace KDH226 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 Hiace KDH226?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Hiace KDH226 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 does Carbarn complete compliance for the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Toyota Hiace KDH226 in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
What compliance package price applies to the Toyota Hiace KDH226?
Compliance for the Toyota Hiace KDH226 is estimated at $1,980. 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
Does an auction-sourced Toyota Hiace KDH226 include dealer warranty?
An auction-sourced Toyota Hiace KDH226 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 Hiace KDH226 ready for delivery?
Delivery of the Toyota Hiace KDH226 happens after the vehicle arrives in Sydney and completes workshop compliance, the AVV inspection, RAV entry, and final payment. Pickup, transport, and registration-ready paperwork are arranged once it's compliance-complete.
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