How to import a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse to Brisbane
The Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal is a UK-built traditional funeral hearse based on a modified Ford passenger car chassis.
About the Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse
The Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal is a UK-built traditional funeral hearse based on a modified Ford passenger car chassis. It suits funeral directors, family-run services, or collectors looking for a distinctive, purpose-built vehicle that stands out from standard sedans. In Australia, these cars are typically used for ceremonial processions, offering a dignified and professional appearance for final farewells.
We import these vehicles through a straightforward process: purchasing at Japanese auction, shipping to Brisbane, and complying at a RAW workshop before Queensland registration. The SEVS approval covers all variants with chassis codes FG/BF built between October 2006 and December 2011. This specific build range is currently eligible for compliance under the SEVS pathway.
If you are looking for a specific example, our team can search the Japanese auctions for you. Just let us know your preferred colour, condition, or budget, and we will find the right car to suit your needs.
Why import the Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse to Brisbane & Queensland?
AI-generated insights
A distinctive UK-built hearse that offers a professional and dignified presence for funeral services.
Built on a modified Ford chassis, providing a familiar mechanical base for Australian mechanics.
Eligible for SEVS compliance for specific build dates, simplifying the import process.
A rare find in the Australian market, appealing to both functional buyers and unique vehicle enthusiasts.
Our team handles the entire journey from Japanese auction to Queensland registration.
Inspection watchouts & mechanical notes
Commonly reported on the Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse: worth checking on the auction sheet, the inspection report or the service history before you bid.
Rust under the body and around the wheel arches
What to check: Read the auction sheet's rust notes and ask for underbody photos; cars from snowy northern Japan are more exposed.
Worn clutch or gearbox on a hard-worked example
What to check: Look for low auction-sheet interior grades and heavy pedal wear, and have the drive checked before shipping.
Condition of the hearse-specific fittings and interior
What to check: Inspect the auction photos for the condition of the rear compartment, curtains, and any custom interior panels.
Odometer accuracy and service history
What to check: Cross-reference the auction sheet mileage with the export certificate and request service records if available.
Compliance plate build date verification
What to check: Ensure the build date on the vehicle matches the SEVS eligible range of October 2006 to December 2011 before bidding.
Applies to: FG/BF
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FG/BF | ALL | 10/2006 – 12/2011 | SEV-001045 |
Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse import FAQ
- Can I import a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse to Australia?
- Yes, if the car has chassis codes FG/BF and was built between October 2006 and December 2011, it can be complied under the SEVS approval. We confirm the exact car's SEVS eligibility before you bid.
- How do you find a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse for me?
- We can search the Japanese auctions for a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse for you and work out a landed estimate for the exact car before you bid.
- Which Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse models does the SEVS approval cover?
- The approval covers all variants with chassis codes FG/BF built from October 2006 to December 2011.
- What should I check before buying a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse at a Japanese auction?
- Check the auction sheet for rust notes and interior grades, verify the build date matches the SEVS range, and inspect photos for the condition of the hearse-specific fittings.
- What happens after we buy a Coleman Milne Ford Cardinal Hearse for you?
- We arrange shipping to Brisbane, then our team handles the compliance process at a RAW workshop and assists with 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.