How to import a Mclaren 720S to Brisbane
The McLaren 720S is a high-performance mid-engine supercar from the UK, designed for extreme track and road use. It suits enthusiasts who want a dedicated performance machine that can handle both spirited driving on the road and serious track days.
About the Mclaren 720S
The McLaren 720S is a high-performance mid-engine supercar from the UK, designed for extreme track and road use. It suits enthusiasts who want a dedicated performance machine that can handle both spirited driving on the road and serious track days. In Australia, these cars are typically bought at auction in Japan, shipped to our Brisbane office, and then complied at a RAW workshop before registration in Queensland.
As of November 2026, the SEVS approval for the GT3X variant covers cars built from March 2021 to December 2022. We don't have current auction price data for this specific model, but if you have a particular spec or budget in mind, just let us know and we can search the Japanese auctions for a suitable example on your behalf.
Why import the Mclaren 720S to Brisbane & Queensland?
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A dedicated high-performance supercar built for track and road use.
Mid-engine layout provides exceptional balance and handling.
Imported via a transparent process from Japanese auctions.
Complied locally in Brisbane for Queensland registration.
Suitable for enthusiasts seeking a serious performance car.
Inspection watchouts & mechanical notes
Commonly reported on the Mclaren 720S: worth checking on the auction sheet, the inspection report or the service history before you bid.
Full service and track history
What to check: Ask for complete service records and any track day logs to verify the car's usage history.
Accident repairs
What to check: Inspect the auction sheet for any notes on accident history and ask for photos of the chassis rails and body panels.
Tyre and brake wear
What to check: Check the auction sheet for tyre and brake condition, and ask for close-up photos of the brake discs and calipers.
Factory warranty papers
What to check: Confirm if any factory warranty or extended service plan is still active and transferable.
Export certificate details
What to check: Review the export certificate to ensure the chassis number and build date match the SEVS approval range.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT3X | GT3X | 03/2021 – 12/2022 | SEV-000883 |
Mclaren 720S import FAQ
- Can I import a Mclaren 720S to Australia?
- Yes, if the car is a GT3X variant built between March 2021 and December 2022, it can be complied under the SEVS approval. We confirm the exact car's SEVS eligibility before you bid.
- How do you find a Mclaren 720S for me?
- We can search the Japanese auctions for a Mclaren 720S for you and work out a landed estimate for the exact car before you bid.
- Which Mclaren 720S models does the SEVS approval cover?
- The SEVS approval covers the GT3X variant with chassis code GT3X, built from March 2021 to December 2022.
- What should I check before buying a Mclaren 720S at a Japanese auction?
- Check the auction sheet for service history, accident notes, and tyre/brake condition. Also, verify the build date and chassis code against the SEVS approval range.
- What happens after we buy a Mclaren 720S for you?
- We arrange shipping to Brisbane, handle the compliance process at a RAW workshop, and then register the car in Queensland for you.
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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.