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Toyota Hiace

Toyota Hiace TRH219 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Toyota Hiace TRH219 Import to Australia

TRH219
2004-2024
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Toyota Hiace TRH219 is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Each example carries a 1TR engine, a automatic 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.

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Transparent Landed Cost Breakdown

Transparent import cost estimate including shipping, taxes, and compliance in Australia.

Japan auction sold data410 recent sales · 2005–2024 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 7 sales · grades 3–6 · typically ~10,000 km · auction data to 10 Aug 2026

Average Auction Price$32,349
Japan Agent Fee$1,617
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$9,316
Compliance Package$1,980
GST$4,658

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$51,421

Refundable Auction Deposit

$4,483

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

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 4 SEVs · 4 MREs

This Toyota Hiace TRH219 is approved for import to Australia under 4 SEVS approvals including SEV-000719, SEV-000813, SEV-000428, plus 1 more on the Rover register, all granted on the Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion, supported by 4 Model Report Entries (MREs) including MRE-000233, MRE-000793, MRE-000607, plus 1 more on the Rover register from accredited Australian Vehicle Verifiers including 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. 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 petrol engine 2.7L 2TR-FE with 2 seatsEligible for modification and conversion to a motorhome or campervan

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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

    Carbarn narrows down candidate vehicles by model, year range, budget, auction grade, mileage, and condition, then arranges a pre-bid physical inspection where the auction format allows.

    DepositRefundable auction deposit required before bidding starts
  • 02

    Vehicle Secured in Japan

    Immediate

    Vehicle is secured in Japan after the approved bid succeeds.

    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

Yes — the Toyota Hiace TRH219 is approved for import across the 2004-2024 build range under Eligible for petrol engine 2.7L 2TR-FE with 2 seats. Eligible for modification and conversion to a motorhome or campervan. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

TRH219

Year Range

2004-2024

Eligibility

Can the Toyota Hiace TRH219 be imported to Australia under SEVS?

Yes — the Toyota Hiace TRH219 is approved for import across the 2004-2024 build range under Eligible for petrol engine 2.7L 2TR-FE with 2 seats. Eligible for modification and conversion to a motorhome or campervan. Carbarn manages the full pathway: sourcing in Japan, VIA application, compliance at our Sydney workshop, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

What is the SEVS number for the Toyota Hiace TRH219?

SEVS reference SEV-000719, SEV-000813, SEV-000428, SEV-000720 applies to the Toyota Hiace TRH219. 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 Hiace TRH219 are eligible?

Build range 2004-2024 is eligible for the Toyota Hiace TRH219. 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 TRH219?

Carbarn calculates the landed estimate from market-verified Japan auction sales over last 90 days, filtered to auction grade 3+ or better and the eligible build range of the Toyota Hiace TRH219. Odometer is not filtered — the typical odometer for each year is shown as context.

How much does the Toyota Hiace TRH219 usually sell for at Japan auctions?

Recent Japan auction sales over last 90 days put the Toyota Hiace TRH219 at around ¥3,700,000 JPY (~$33,174 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 Hiace TRH219 landed cost?

The Toyota Hiace TRH219 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

Can Carbarn bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH219 for me in Japan?

Yes — we bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 Hiace TRH219 before bidding?

Pre-bid physical inspection of the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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.

Can I choose my maximum bid for the Toyota Hiace TRH219?

You decide the cap. Before any bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 deposit secures a bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH219?

A refundable deposit of $4,483 AUD secures bidding on the Toyota Hiace TRH219. 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 TRH219 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 TRH219 is secured in Japan?

Once your bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 Hiace TRH219?

Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 TRH219?

Carbarn completes compliance for the Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 TRH219?

The estimated compliance package for the Toyota Hiace TRH219 is $1,980. 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

Is warranty included on a Toyota Hiace TRH219 bought at auction?

An auction-sourced Toyota Hiace TRH219 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 TRH219 ready for delivery?

The Toyota Hiace TRH219 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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