Eligible for import to AustraliaCompliance Available
The Toyota Townace S402M is approved for import to Australia under the SEVS Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion. Each example carries a other 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 Townace S402M is approved for import to Australia under SEVS approval SEV-000936, granted on the Campervans and Motorhomes Criterion and valid until 24 Aug 2028. The approval is linked to MRE-000911 (Category NA, issued by SYDNEY AVV PTY LTD) Approvals cover builds from Feb 2008 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 2/2008 to 2/2025 Toyota Townace 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 2WD or 4WD petrol van with S402M - S403M - S412M - or S413M engine codesOdometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres
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
A successful approved bid means the vehicle is secured at the Japanese auction.
InvoiceVehicle price + Japan Agent Fee + Carbarn Service Fee payable within 48 hours
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VIA Approval
1-4 Weeks
Carbarn lodges the Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) application before the vehicle ships from Japan.
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 Townace S402M is eligible for import to Australia across the 2008-2025 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as 2WD or 4WD petrol van with S402M - S403M - S412M - or S413M engine codes. Odometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
Model Code
S402M
Year Range
2008-2025
Eligibility
Does the Toyota Townace S402M qualify for import to Australia?
Yes. The Toyota Townace S402M is eligible for import to Australia across the 2008-2025 build range. This model is approved based on Eligible as 2WD or 4WD petrol van with S402M - S403M - S412M - or S413M engine codes. Odometer must be less than 80,000 kilometres. Carbarn can assist with sourcing, VIA approval, compliance work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry.
What SEVS reference applies to the Toyota Townace S402M?
The Toyota Townace S402M is covered by SEVS approval SEV-000936. 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 Townace S402M be imported?
The Toyota Townace S402M is eligible across the 2008-2025 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
What goes into the estimated landed price for the Toyota Townace S402M?
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 3.5+, an odometer range of 0-80,000km, and the eligible build range for the Toyota Townace S402M.
What is the typical Japan auction price for the Toyota Townace S402M?
Over last 90 days of recent Japan auction sales, the Toyota Townace S402M has averaged about ¥1,685,849 JPY ($15,051 AUD). Individual sale prices shift with grade, odometer, condition, options, and market demand on the day.
Which line items make up the Toyota Townace S402M landed cost?
The estimated landed cost for the Toyota Townace S402M 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 Townace S402M for me in Japan?
Yes. Carbarn can source and bid on the Toyota Townace S402M 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.
Can Carbarn inspect the Toyota Townace S402M before bidding?
Pre-bid physical inspection of the Toyota Townace S402M 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 Townace S402M?
Yes — you set the budget and cap. Carbarn only places a bid on the Toyota Townace S402M after your written approval and never above your agreed limit. If the vehicle can't be secured within range, we stop rather than overbid.
Deposit & Payments
How much is the deposit to start bidding on the Toyota Townace S402M?
To start bidding on the Toyota Townace S402M, the auction deposit is $2,678 AUD. It's refundable if no vehicle is secured and refundable if you decide not to proceed before a bid is placed.
Timeline & Shipping
What's the expected timeline to import the Toyota Townace S402M?
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 does Carbarn do after winning the Toyota Townace S402M bid?
Once the Toyota Townace S402M is secured in Japan, Carbarn manages the next stages: VIA application before shipping, vessel booking, shipping to Sydney, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation. You receive updates throughout the process.
Compliance & Registration
How is import approval handled for the Toyota Townace S402M?
Carbarn reviews the documents for the Toyota Townace S402M 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 Townace S402M?
Carbarn completes compliance for the Toyota Townace S402M in-house once it lands: workshop work to meet Australian Design Rules, documentation, the AVV inspection, RAV listing, and registration-ready handover support.
How much does compliance cost for the Toyota Townace S402M?
Budget around $1,980 for the Toyota Townace S402M 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 Townace S402M bought at auction?
An auction-sourced Toyota Townace S402M 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 Townace S402M ready for delivery?
The Toyota Townace S402M 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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