For many years, Japan has been a great place to find a used automobile, and every day, thousands of people buy vehicles at Japanese car auctions.
There are numerous advantages:
Japanese manufacturers like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi are known for producing high-quality, durable, and cost-effective products.
Reduced mileage. In general, vehicles have fewer than 100,000 kilometers on the odometer.
In good shape. Constant maintenance is required to pass the rigorous safety inspections mandated by the Japanese government.
Choices are aplenty. Your car will have several extras because many buyers choose multiple options.
Cheap! At the auction, cars can begin bidding at 1 yen, though you’ll likely pay more.
In addition…
Here, I’ll go over some of the basics of the Japanese used-car market so you can decide to import a vehicle from Japan.
Used-car merchants in Japan
The method of importing and purchasing
Used-car merchants in Japan
With the rise of the internet, importing a pre-owned vehicle has gotten considerably simpler. There are tens of thousands of car dealerships in Japan and worldwide with websites that either list cars they currently have in stock or provide a custom car search service where they take your requirements and search through auctions to find a vehicle that meets them.
Several dealerships specialize in exporting automobiles. Many car dealerships are enormous corporations, but some are owned and operated by sole proprietors. You may spend a little more in dealer fees if you go with a well-established company, but you can rest assured knowing they can fulfill their obligations. You might prioritize affordability or dependability.
The Japanese government officially recognizes the Japanese Used Motor Vehicle Exporters Association (JUMVEA). It keeps a member list of businesses that “was created to address this problem [of poor quality cars and dealers], being composed of used car exporters of excellent credentials and high credibility” (JUMVEA website).
If you are concerned about choosing a trustworthy company, you should prioritize finding one accredited by a reputable organization. Accredited members will proudly show their membership on their website, and you can view the complete list of members on the JUMVEA website.
However, not all businesses are JUMVEA members, so here are some things to look out for before making a purchase:
Check the website to see if the exporter has provided bank information.
Make at least one phone call to the firm to get any questions answered. Legitimate businesses will have no trouble talking to you on the phone, although you may need to be patient with their English skills.
Seek out recommendations.
See how well you responded to when you asked questions. Generally speaking, use your best judgment; if the dealer is vague or evasive about something, it’s probably best to go on to another.
The method of importing and purchasing
Please verify local regulations.
Make sure you can bring in the secondhand car you desire by researching the regulations in your nation. Most nations have rather lax legal frameworks, with pollution and safety regulations as their primary concerns.
However, they can increase the overall cost of importing, so verifying that the model you desire is legal in your nation before purchasing is essential. It could cost a lot of money to modify your car to comply if you decide on something outside the norm.
If you’re not sure, it’s best to double-check with the car lot and the DMV in your area. Don’t be stuck at the port with a fee for many thousand dollars to make the vehicle compliant so you can drive it home.
Submitting the Ask
The price and other relevant information can be found on the website if the dealer has the vehicle you want in stock.
However, if you have a particular item in mind, you should email the dealer your needs. The websites of most retailers provide some inquiry forms.
Confirmation
The confirmation of your order will be processed more quickly if the item is in stock. If you need something else, the dealer will have to go to an auction to find it and then provide you with the costs and specifications. The next step is for you to confirm, change models, etc.
Payment
After settling on a car and pricing, you will be expected to purchase. Dealers have their procedures and minimums.
Bank transfer (or telegraphic transfer T.T.) is a preferred payment method for some dealerships, and full payment is required before the car is purchased at auction or sent. Some auctions only ask for a small down payment, with the rest due at pickup or upon vehicle delivery.
You should be confident in the dealer’s reliability before entering into a contract with them or sending any money to a corporation in a foreign country. If the dealer provides a corporate registration number and address on their website, you can verify their legitimacy by contacting the Japanese embassy in your country. However, this may take some time and cost you extra.
The bank account is another place you can look. Regarding money transfers and bank accounts, Japanese law is highly stringent. Accounts for legally operating businesses must be in the same legal entity name as the company.
If the name on the bank account doesn’t match the name of the trading company or if it’s an individual, you should do further research before purchasing a used car online from Japan.
Delivery
Time of arrival varies with the number and size of the ships making the journey to your nation. Here is an approximate formula.
China and Japan: three days
Three weeks in New Zealand and Australia
Four to six weeks for the rest of the planet.
A deregistration certificate from the Japanese owner proving he sold the car and a spot on a boat to your port could add additional time to the delivery estimate. Other processing times of four to six weeks are not uncommon.
Arrival
You must now go to the dock and collect your vehicle. Show the paperwork the dealer supplied you to a shipping agent so they can set up the dumping of the car.
Additional costs may be associated with importing an automobile into your country, including taxes, licenses, inspections, and insurance.
You can finally drive away in your lawfully imported car. Take it easy on the way home.
As this article has shown, it is possible to save a significant amount of money by purchasing a used car in Japan and then exporting it to another country. The most important thing you can do to ensure a seamless transaction is to work with a trustworthy company, and you should also be aware of any additional expenses your government may levy to bring the vehicle into compliance with safety and pollution requirements.
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