Import Pricing Guide
No dealer markup. No hidden fees. Just the real cost of getting a quality van to Australia.
The Case for Going Direct
When you buy from an Australian dealer, you're paying their margin on top of an exporter's margin on top of the actual auction price. That's two sets of profit stacked on the same van. With Bare Camper you pay the actual auction price plus a single flat fee — and because we're the only campervan brand with our own team in Japan, Australia, and NZ, there are no third-party agent fees baked in. The saving is typically $5,000–$10,000 on the same quality van.
Indicative figures based on a ¥1,500,000 Hiace H200. Actual savings vary by vehicle and exchange rate.
Full Breakdown
One fee covers both sides: our own buyer in Japan (auction bidding, inspection, purchase, export logistics) AND the Australia-side broker (Vehicle Import Approval, customs, compliance coordination, project management). We're the only campervan brand with our own team in Japan, Australia, and NZ — most importers outsource to third-party agents and charge separately for each.
The actual auction price in JPY, converted at the current exchange rate. You see what we pay. Every van is independently graded at auction — condition, kms, history — so you know exactly what you're getting.
Ocean freight, Yokohama to Brisbane. Includes pre-clean and quarantine preparation in Japan.
0% import duty (Japan-built under JEPA free trade agreement). 10% GST on the landed value (vehicle + shipping). Customs entry fee ~$110. BMSB heat treatment ~$250.
Through our recommended RAWS workshop. Includes transport from wharf, roadworthy inspection, emissions check, safety certificate, and compliance plate. We have recommended workshops in QLD, NSW, VIC, and WA.
Real Numbers
Based on a ¥2,000,000 H200 LWB Hiace (approx $19,000 AUD at ¥105 to $1)
| Item | AUD |
|---|---|
| Vehicle (¥2,000,000 @ ~¥105/$1) | $19,048 |
| Bare Camper fee ($2,500 + GST) | $2,750 |
| Shipping (RORO LWB) | $1,700 |
| GST (10% on landed value) | $2,075 |
| Customs entry + BMSB inspection | $360 |
| Dolphin port handling + transport | $237 |
| Compliance (RAWS + safety cert) | $1,889 |
| Registration + stamp duty (QLD, 6 months) | $1,295 |
| Total landed & complied | ~$29,354 |
Compare this to a similar quality Hiace from an Australian dealer: $33,000 – $38,000
That's a saving of $4,000–$9,000 on the same quality van — or a much better van for the same money.
Build Your Estimate
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Vehicle (¥2,000,000 @ 105)
Actual auction price, converted at current rate
Japan Import Service Fee ($2,500 + GST)
One fee covers both sides — our Japan buyer's agent and Australian broker. Only campervan brand with our own team in JP, AU & NZ.
Shipping (Yokohama → Brisbane)
RORO ocean freight incl. pre-clean & quarantine prep
GST (10% on landed value)
10% on vehicle + shipping. 0% import duty (JEPA free trade)
Customs entry + BMSB heat treatment
Entry fee $110 + quarantine heat treatment $250
Compliance (QLD)
RAWS workshop — roadworthy, safety cert, compliance plate
Optional add-ons
Estimated total — landed & complied
$28,613
Typical dealer price (same quality van)
$34,336 – $38,628
Your estimated saving
$5,723 – $10,015
Estimates only. Final costs depend on exchange rate at time of purchase, vehicle weight, and actual compliance requirements. Contact us for a firm quote.
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This is applied directly to your sourcing fee. It gets us started and secures your spot in the queue.
You see the auction grades, photos, kms, and condition reports. No surprises — you approve before we bid.
Once you're happy, we bid on your behalf. We know the right prices and won't overpay.
Everything from Japan to your state is handled. You'll get updates along the way.
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