Japanese Used Car Export Guides & Auction Tips
Japanese used car market trends and buying guides
ShippingHow to Import a Car from Japan to the USA: the 25-Year Rule
The 25-year rule for Japanese cars: NHTSA's FMVSS exemption, EPA's 21-year rule, HS-7 and 3520-1 forms, 2.5% duty, and proving the build date.
ShippingImport a Classic Car from Japan to the UK: 5% VAT, No IVA
Import a 30-year-old original classic from Japan to the UK: 0% duty and 5% VAT under heading 9705, Advance Tariff Ruling, no IVA, NOVA in 14 days, DVLA.
Buying TipsThe Complete Guide to Buying a Classic Porsche 911 from Japan
How to buy a classic air-cooled Porsche 911 from Japan: auctions vs. dealer stock, G-series generations explained, reading a Japanese auction sheet, and shipping.
GuideJapanese Used Car Auction Grades Explained
A practical guide to S, 6, 5, 4.5, R, RA, exterior A-E, interior A-E, and defect symbols on Japanese auction sheets.
GuideHow to Spot Odometer Fraud When Buying a Used Car in Japan
A practical guide to checking auction sheets, inspection records, service history, and wear clues before buying a used car in Japan.
ShippingHow to Import a Used Car from Japan: Documents, Shipping & Duties (2026 Complete Guide)
Complete 2026 guide to importing a used car from Japan: auction bidding, export documents, RoRo vs container shipping, customs duties by country, and how long the process takes. Updated with real freight costs and document checklists.
GuideThe Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls When Buying a Used Car in Japan (2026)
Japan's used car market is transparent and well-maintained, but pitfalls still await first-time buyers. This guide covers auction grading, repair history, mileage fraud, flood damage, inspection, insurance, and loans — 7 common traps to avoid.
GuideComplete Ferrari Used Car Buying Guide 2026: Prices, Models & Pitfalls
From the entry-level Portofino to the flagship SF90, your smart guide to buying a used Ferrari in Japan. Prices, model analysis, 5 common pitfalls, and proxy bidding service.
JDM Culture25 Best JDM Cars of All Time: Ultimate Rankings & Buyer's Guide
From the Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 to the Toyota Supra MK4, discover the 25 most legendary Japanese Domestic Market cars ever built — ranked by engineering, heritage, and driving purity.