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Toyota Hiace

Toyota Hiace TRH229 — Japan import to Australia — Image 1

Toyota Hiace TRH229 Import to Australia

TRH229
2004-2026
Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available

The Toyota Hiace TRH229 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 data83 recent sales · 2005–2025 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 5 sales · grades 5–6 · auction data to 29 Aug 2026

Average Auction Price$34,479
Japan Agent Fee$1,723
Carbarn Agent Fee$1,500
Freight, Port & Customs$9,540
Compliance Package$1,980
GST$4,904

Estimated Landed Total — GST & Duties Included

$54,128

Refundable Auction Deposit

$4,364

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

Eligibility & Compliance Approvals

Verified on the Australian Government Rover register · 3 SEVs · 3 MREs

This Toyota Hiace TRH229 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-000798 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 sources 1/2004 to 8/2026 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.

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 1TR-FE engine2WD and 4WD - long or super long wheelbase with 2, 3, 5 or 6 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

    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

Yes. The Toyota Hiace TRH229 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2004-2026 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible with 1TR-FE engine. 2WD and 4WD - long or super long wheelbase with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats. Eligible for modification and conversion to a motorhome or campervan. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

Model Code

TRH229

Year Range

2004-2026

Eligibility

Can the Toyota Hiace TRH229 be imported to Australia under SEVS?

Yes. The Toyota Hiace TRH229 is eligible for import to Australia across the 2004-2026 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible with 1TR-FE engine. 2WD and 4WD - long or super long wheelbase with 2, 3, 5 or 6 seats. Eligible for modification and conversion to a motorhome or campervan. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.

What SEVS reference applies to the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

The SEVS number for the Toyota Hiace TRH229 is SEV-000719, SEV-000774, SEV-000813. 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.

What build-date range of the Toyota Hiace TRH229 is approved for import?

The Toyota Hiace TRH229 is eligible across the 2004-2026 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 Hiace TRH229 calculated?

The estimate is derived from last 90 days of real Japan auction sales for the Toyota Hiace TRH229, restricted to vehicles with minimum auction grade 3+, then matched to the approved build range one year at a time.

What is the typical Japan auction price for the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

Over last 90 days of recent Japan auction sales, the Toyota Hiace TRH229 has averaged about ¥3,700,000 JPY ($32,297 AUD). Individual sale prices shift with grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand on the day.

What is included in the estimated landed cost for the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

For the Toyota Hiace TRH229, 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

Does Carbarn bid at Japan auctions for the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH229 through Japanese auctions after your approval and within your agreed budget cap. Where possible, we arrange pre-bid physical inspection and share available photos, auction sheet details, and inspector notes via WhatsApp.

Will Carbarn check the Toyota Hiace TRH229 before bidding?

Carbarn arranges pre-bid inspection of the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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.

Who decides the maximum bid for the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

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.

Deposit & Payments

What deposit secures a bid on the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

To start bidding on the Toyota Hiace TRH229, the auction deposit is $4,364 AUD. It's refundable if no vehicle is secured and refundable if you decide not to proceed before a bid is placed.

Timeline & Shipping

How long does it take to import the Toyota Hiace TRH229 from Japan?

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 TRH229 is purchased at auction?

After the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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 TRH229?

Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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 Hiace TRH229?

Compliance for the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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.

What is the compliance package cost for the Toyota Hiace TRH229?

Budget around $1,980 for the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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

Does an auction-sourced Toyota Hiace TRH229 include dealer warranty?

Auction-sourced vehicles do not include the standard 3 months NSW dealer warranty. A 5-year extended warranty may be available for eligible vehicles. Warranty eligibility is confirmed before delivery and depends on the vehicle, age, condition, and warranty provider criteria.

When can the Toyota Hiace TRH229 be handed over?

Once the Toyota Hiace TRH229 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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Live Auction Lots in Japan

15 eligible Toyota Hiace TRH229 vehicles currently at auction

2005–2024Grade 3–54,000–337,000 kmavg. landed~$32,866
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2011 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TAA Touhoku

2026-09-03

2011 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade RA · 20,000 km
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2019 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TAA Hokkaido

2026-09-03

2019 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade 3 · 74,000 km
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2006 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

JU Fukushima

2026-09-03

2006 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade 3.5 · 87,000 km
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2020 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

2020 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade 4 · 88,000 km
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2024 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

2024 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade 4 · 66,000 km
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2017 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

USS Tokyo

2026-09-03

2017 TOYOTA HIACE WAGON

TRH229WGrade 3 · 159,000 km
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