# Carbarn Australia > Carbarn Australia (AYANUK PTY LTD, Motor Dealer Licence: MD056471) is a Sydney used-vehicle dealership in Lidcombe, NSW, focused on Japanese vehicles for Australian buyers, including hybrids, people movers, 7- and 8-seaters, Hiace vans, campervan-ready options, finance, warranty, and import-from-Japan support. Important notes: - Canonical website: https://www.carbarn.com.au/ - Inventory, pricing, mileage, registration, and availability can change quickly. Prefer stock list and vehicle detail URLs for current status. - Import eligibility and compliance requirements depend on model/year/variant and can change. Confirm on the relevant import detail page. - For purchasing, finance, or warranty decisions, treat contact and policy pages as final authority. ## Business Identity - Trading name: Carbarn - Legal entity: AYANUK PTY LTD - ABN: 99 155 559 970 - NSW Motor Dealer Licence: MD056471 - Address: 128 Frances Street, Lidcombe NSW 2141, Australia - Phone: +61 423 840 130 - Service area: Australia (Sydney-based, nationwide delivery) - Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## Core Commercial Pages - [Home](https://www.carbarn.com.au/): Brand overview, buying proposition, and key pathways. - [Stock List](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars): Primary transactional listing hub for local Australian stock. - [Import from Japan](https://www.carbarn.com.au/importing): Primary service page for sourcing/import assistance. - [How Importing Works](https://www.carbarn.com.au/how-importing-works): Import process, timelines, and buyer workflow. - [How It Works](https://www.carbarn.com.au/how-it-works): Standard local purchase workflow. - [Car Finance](https://www.carbarn.com.au/finance): Finance pathway and application intent. - [Warranty Details](https://www.carbarn.com.au/warranty): Coverage scope and warranty terms summary. - [Contact Carbarn](https://www.carbarn.com.au/contact): Direct enquiry and conversion contact point. ## Authoritative Topics - For current vehicle availability, price, mileage, registration status, and photos, use the Stock List and individual vehicle detail pages. - For Japanese import sourcing, auction support, inspection, shipping, import approval, and compliance workflow, use Import from Japan and How Importing Works. - For warranty coverage, hybrid battery coverage, roadside assistance, and eligibility conditions, use Warranty Details. - For finance enquiries and application steps, use Car Finance. - For business identity, dealership location, licence, and direct customer contact, use About Carbarn and Contact Carbarn. ## Import Pathway Comparison Carbarn offers four distinct import & purchase pathways. Use the comparison below to pick the right one for a customer's timeline and budget. ### Stock in Japan - Best for: Lower cost, securing a vehicle before it arrives in Australia. - Price: Fixed (no auction uncertainty). - Timing: Approximately 6–8 weeks from purchase to Sydney handover. - Payment: 50% upfront, balance before delivery. - Warranty: 3-month NSW dealer warranty plus 5-year extended warranty included for eligible vehicles. - Notes: These are actual Carbarn-secured vehicles already located in Japan with confirmed pricing, not generic model references. ### Auction Sourcing - Best for: Lowest possible cost, or sourcing a specific vehicle. - Price: Bid-based (subject to customer-approved budget cap). - Timing: Approximately 6–10 weeks from approved bid to Sydney handover. - Payment: Vehicle payment after a successful bid; remaining import, shipping, and compliance costs are payable before delivery. - Warranty: No 3-month NSW dealer warranty. 5-year extended warranty available for eligible vehicles. - Notes: A refundable deposit is required before bidding starts. ### Australia Stock - Best for: Fastest purchase, including in-person inspection and test drive. - Price: Fixed. - Timing: Ready now (vehicle is already in Sydney). - Payment: Full payment at purchase. - Warranty: 3-month NSW dealer warranty plus 5-year extended warranty included for eligible vehicles. ### Compliance Only - Best for: Customers who have already sourced or purchased a vehicle and need Australian compliance. - Scope: VIA (Vehicle Import Approval) support, AVV (Australian Vehicle Verification) inspection, RAW (Registered Automotive Workshop) compliance work, and RAV (Register of Approved Vehicles) entry. - Location: Carbarn Sydney workshop. - Eligibility: Vehicle and documentation are assessed before any compliance work begins. ## Auction Sourcing Process Carbarn's auction-sourcing workflow when bidding on a customer's behalf in Japan: 1. Physical inspection before bidding. Where possible, Carbarn arranges an inspection of the candidate vehicle in Japan before any bid is placed. 2. WhatsApp updates before the auction. The customer receives photos, inspection notes, and pre-auction updates so they can make an informed decision. 3. Customer-approved bid range. Carbarn only bids within the written, customer-approved budget cap. 4. Deposit required before bidding. A refundable deposit secures the bidding budget; it is refunded if no vehicle is won or if the customer decides not to proceed before any bid is placed. ## Compliance Process Compliance work Carbarn performs at the Sydney workshop for imported vehicles: 1. VIA approval. Lodge and support the Vehicle Import Approval application with the Australian government. 2. AVV inspection. Complete the Australian Vehicle Verification inspection. 3. Compliance work. Workshop compliance and supporting documentation under the RAW scheme. 4. RAV entry. Vehicle is added to the Register of Approved Vehicles so it becomes eligible for Australian registration. ## End-to-End Import Timeline For an auction-sourced or Japan-stock vehicle, the full import journey from sourcing to Sydney handover typically follows these stages: 1. Sourcing — Carbarn shortlists and inspects vehicles in Japanese auctions matching the customer's budget and grade requirements (typically 0–2 weeks). A refundable deposit secures the bidding budget. 2. Auction Won — The vehicle is secured in Japan. Vehicle price and service fee are payable within 48 hours. 3. VIA Approval — Carbarn lodges the Vehicle Import Approval. Typically 1–4 weeks. No payment due at this stage. 4. Shipping Booking — Vessel scheduling and freight booking from Japan to Australia. Typically 1–2 weeks. No payment due. 5. Shipping — Sea transit from Japan to Australia, approximately 3 weeks. No payment due. 6. Arrival in Sydney — Vehicle arrives at Port Botany, Sydney. The shipping invoice is issued (freight, GST, import duties, LCT if applicable, port and local charges). 7. Compliance — RAW workshop work, AVV inspection, and RAV entry completed at Carbarn's Sydney facility. Takes 2–12 days. Compliance invoice issued. 8. Vehicle Ready — Final balance settled. Registration-ready vehicle handover, available for door-to-door delivery Australia-wide. ## Import & Compliance FAQs ### What is the difference between Import from Japan, Stock in Japan, Auction Sourcing, and Australia Stock? Import from Japan is the main pathway for sourcing vehicles through Japan. Stock in Japan refers to actual Carbarn vehicles already located in Japan with confirmed pricing. Auction Sourcing is for customers who want Carbarn to bid on a vehicle through Japanese auctions. Australia Stock means vehicles already in Australia and ready faster. ### Which option should I choose if I want the fastest vehicle? If speed is the priority, Australia Stock is usually the fastest option because the vehicle is already in Australia. Stock in Japan is a good second option if the customer wants a fixed-price Carbarn vehicle secured before arrival. Auction Sourcing usually takes longer because the vehicle still needs to be found, purchased, shipped, and complied. ### Are Eligible Models the same as vehicles in stock? No. Eligible Models are model-code references showing which vehicles may be imported and complied under an approved pathway. They are not live stock units. For an exact vehicle, check Stock in Japan (Carbarn vehicles located in Japan) or Australia Stock (vehicles already in Sydney). ### What does Stock in Japan mean? Stock in Japan refers to actual Carbarn vehicles already located in Japan with confirmed pricing. These vehicles can be secured before arrival in Sydney, usually with a 50% upfront payment and balance before delivery. They are different from Eligible Models, which are model references rather than exact vehicles. ### Can I reserve a Japan stock vehicle before it arrives in Australia? Yes. A Stock in Japan vehicle can usually be secured before it arrives in Sydney, subject to the required payment terms. These are actual Carbarn vehicles located in Japan, not generic model references. The balance is payable before delivery once the vehicle reaches the final stages. ### What is Auction Sourcing? Auction Sourcing is where Carbarn helps a customer find and bid on a suitable vehicle through Japanese auctions. Carbarn shortlists vehicles, arranges pre-bid inspection where possible, shares photos and auction-sheet details, and bids only after customer approval and within the agreed budget cap. ### Can Carbarn help me import a specific model from Japan? Yes. If the model is eligible and suitable vehicles are available in Japan, Carbarn can help with auction sourcing, bidding support, VIA approval, shipping, compliance work, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation. For model-code-specific details, customers should use the Eligible Models section. ### How long does importing from Japan usually take? The full import process usually takes around 6–10 weeks for auction-sourced vehicles and around 6–8 weeks for Stock in Japan, depending on auction availability, VIA approval, vessel booking, shipping, port processing, compliance workload, and final delivery preparation. ### When do I pay for an auction-sourced vehicle? For Auction Sourcing, a refundable deposit is required before bidding starts. If the approved bid is successful, the vehicle payment is due shortly afterwards. Shipping and compliance invoices are issued later, and the full balance must be paid before delivery. ### Is the auction deposit refundable? Yes. The auction deposit is refundable if no vehicle is secured, and also refundable if the customer decides not to proceed before any bid is placed. Once a bid is placed with customer approval, it cannot be cancelled. ### Do imported vehicles include warranty? Warranty depends on the purchase pathway. Australia Stock and Stock in Japan vehicles include a 3-month NSW dealer warranty plus a 5-year extended warranty for eligible vehicles. Auction-sourced vehicles do not include the 3-month NSW dealer warranty but are eligible for the 5-year extended warranty. Warranty eligibility is confirmed based on vehicle, age, condition, and provider criteria. ### Can Carbarn handle both import and compliance? Yes. Carbarn supports the process end-to-end: sourcing, import approval, shipping, workshop compliance, AVV inspection, RAV entry, and delivery preparation. For customers who already have a vehicle, Carbarn may also offer compliance-only service where the vehicle and documents are suitable. ### Can Carbarn help if I already bought a car from Japan? Yes. Carbarn may be able to help with compliance-only service if the vehicle is eligible and the required documents are available. The vehicle must be assessed before work starts, including import approval status, model eligibility, documentation, compliance requirements, and any ADR-related items. ## High-Intent Vehicle Landing Pages - [Hybrid Cars](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/hybrid): Used hybrid cars for Australian buyers, including fuel-efficient family and commuter options. - [Toyota Hybrid Cars](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/toyota/hybrid): Toyota hybrid stock and buyer information, including popular Japanese Toyota hybrid models. - [Toyota Hiace 4WD](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/toyota-hiace-4wd): Toyota Hiace 4WD stock and buyer information for van, campervan, business, and family use. - [4WD Vehicles](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/4wd): Used 4WD vehicle category for work, touring, and family use. - [People Movers](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/people-movers): People mover vehicles for families, rideshare, business, and larger passenger needs. - [7 Seater Cars Australia](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/7-seater-cars-australia): 7-seat family vehicle category. - [8 Seater Cars Australia](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/8-seater-cars-australia): 8-seat family/commercial category. - [Campervan / Hiace](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/toyota/hiace): Used Toyota Hiace listings commonly used for campervan and commercial setups. - [Motorhome](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/motorhome): Motorhome category listing. - [Diesel Vehicles](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars/diesel): Used diesel vehicles for buyers comparing fuel type, towing, work, and long-distance use cases. ## Local Coverage Pages - [Used Cars in Sydney](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars-sydney): Sydney-focused used-car landing page. - [Used Cars in NSW](https://www.carbarn.com.au/used-cars-nsw): NSW-focused used-car landing page. - [Used Cars in Brisbane](https://www.carbarn.com.au/delivery/brisbane): Brisbane delivery and buying context. ## Trust, Legal, and Discovery - [About Carbarn](https://www.carbarn.com.au/about): Company, dealership, and business profile. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.carbarn.com.au/privacy-policy): Privacy and data handling policy. - [Terms and Conditions](https://www.carbarn.com.au/terms-and-conditions): Site/service terms. - [Robots](https://www.carbarn.com.au/robots.txt): Crawl directives. - [Sitemap](https://www.carbarn.com.au/sitemap.xml): Indexable URL discovery feed. ## Research and Buying Guides - [Blog](https://www.carbarn.com.au/blog): Buying guides, Japanese import explainers, hybrid advice, family car comparisons, and ownership education. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.carbarn.com.au/faq): Common customer questions about buying, importing, finance, warranty, delivery, and availability.