How to import a Audi S6 Avant to Brisbane
The Audi S6 Avant is a high-performance German luxury estate car that blends the practicality of a wagon with serious speed. It suits buyers who need space for family or gear but want the drive of a performance sedan.
About the Audi S6 Avant
The Audi S6 Avant is a high-performance German luxury estate car that blends the practicality of a wagon with serious speed. It suits buyers who need space for family or gear but want the drive of a performance sedan. In Australia, these cars are popular for long road trips and daily driving, offering a refined interior and strong presence on the road.
For Australian importers, the S6 Avant (4G) built between May 2012 and December 2018 is covered by a current SEVS approval. This means you can comply and register the car without needing to wait for it to age. We handle the entire process, from sourcing the car at Japanese auction to shipping and compliance at a RAW workshop in Queensland.
We don’t publish specific auction prices or landed estimates here, as these vary significantly by condition and specification. Instead, we invite you to ask us to search for a specific car. We’ll find a suitable example, provide a detailed landed cost estimate, and confirm its eligibility before you commit to bidding.
Why import the Audi S6 Avant to Brisbane & Queensland?
AI-generated insights
Combines high-performance driving dynamics with the practicality of an estate body style.
Current SEVS approval allows for straightforward compliance for cars built between May 2012 and December 2018.
Offers a refined, luxurious interior suitable for long-distance travel.
Japanese auction sourcing often provides well-maintained examples with clear service histories.
The estate shape provides ample boot space for families or enthusiasts with gear.
Inspection watchouts & mechanical notes
Commonly reported on the Audi S6 Avant: worth checking on the auction sheet, the inspection report or the service history before you bid.
Worn suspension components or bushings
What to check: Inspect the auction sheet for suspension notes and ask for photos of the underbody to check for wear or leaks.
Tyre and brake condition
What to check: Check the auction sheet for tyre age and tread depth, and look for signs of heavy braking or uneven wear on the physical inspection.
Service history gaps
What to check: Review the service records provided in the auction listing to ensure regular maintenance, particularly for oil changes and fluid services.
Potential accident repairs
What to check: Examine the auction sheet for any notes on previous damage and inspect the panel gaps and paint consistency during the physical check.
Electrical or sensor faults
What to check: Ask for a video of the car starting and driving to check for warning lights or erratic behaviour in the infotainment system.
Estimated landed cost breakdown (Brisbane, QLD)
- Expected auction hammer & export docs
- Market variable
- Shipping (Japan to Brisbane)
- $4,000 AUD
- Port to dealer transport
- $250 AUD
- Compliance & roadworthy
- $1,500 AUD
- Rego & stamp duty (approx.)
- $350 AUD
- Import service fee
- $1,500 AUD
- Est. total drive-away
- Contact us for an estimate
At today's rate of ¥110.46 per A$1: the same estimate as the import calculator. Japanese-built cars are generally duty-free under JAEPA. An estimate, not a quote.
Approved SEVS register variants
From the federal ROVER register of published approvals (checked 31/08/2026).
| Chassis code | Variant / spec | Build range | SEV approval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4G | S6 Avant | 05/2012 – 12/2018 | SEV-001086 |
Audi S6 Avant import FAQ
- Can I import an Audi S6 Avant to Australia?
- Yes, if the car is an S6 Avant (4G) built between May 2012 and December 2018, it is covered by a current SEVS approval. We confirm the exact car's eligibility before you bid.
- How do you find an Audi S6 Avant for me?
- We can search the Japanese auctions for an Audi S6 Avant for you and work out a landed estimate for the exact car before you bid.
- Which Audi S6 Avant models does the SEVS approval cover?
- The approval covers the S6 Avant (4G) variant built from May 2012 to December 2018.
- What should I check before buying an Audi S6 Avant at a Japanese auction?
- Review the auction sheet for any notes on damage or wear, check the service history, and request a physical inspection or video to verify the car's condition.
- What happens after we buy an Audi S6 Avant for you?
- We arrange shipping to Australia, handle the customs clearance, and take the car to a RAW workshop for compliance and registration in Queensland.
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Important pricing and vehicle availability disclaimer
The figures, auction results, specifications and images on this page are for information and feasibility guidance only. They are historical Japanese auction data, compliance estimates and general market benchmarks. Unless a car is marked as in stock at CarStrike, the vehicles described here are custom import sourcing possibilities from licensed Japanese vehicle auctions. Final drive-away costs vary with the exchange rate (JPY/AUD), the hammer price, the condition grade and roadworthy requirements.