Japanese Car Import Guides & Insights
Auction insights, buyer tips, country import guides and model reviews from our team in Japan.
Buyer Tips
Petrol vs Hybrid: How to Calculate the Fuel-Only Break-Even Point
Calculate a petrol-versus-hybrid fuel-only break-even point with a transparent worked example, distance scenarios, formu...
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Buyer Tips
How to Verify a Japanese Used Car's Trim and Options
Verify trim and must-have options on an individual Japanese used car with an evidence ladder, feature matrix and contrad...
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Import Guides
Spare Keys and Accessories: Confirm What Travels With an Export Car
Confirm spare keys, cables, tools and accessories with a vehicle-specific inventory covering evidence, sale inclusion, c...
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Buyer Tips
How to Read Japanese Used-Car Service History Without Guessing
Turn Japanese used-car service records into a dated mileage chronology, distinguish schedules from completed work and as...
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Buyer Tips
A Remote Photo and Video Evidence Request for a Used Car in Japan
Request more useful remote car photos and videos with an identity-first shot list, worked example and clear boundary bet...
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Buyer Tips
Chassis or Frame Number vs Model Code on a Japanese Used Car
Understand the difference between a Japanese car's chassis or frame number and model code, then cross-check documents fo...
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Import Guides
Manufacture Year vs First Registration vs Document Issue Date: What's the Difference?
Manufacture year, first registration and certificate issue date answer different questions. Label each date by its sourc...
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Import Guides
USD or JPY? How to Compare Japanese Car Export Quotes Fairly
Compare USD and JPY Japanese car export quotes on equal terms, including scope, exchange rates, fees, timing and a trans...
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Market Insights
Most Available Japanese Used Cars for Export
The most available Japanese used cars for export in WI Car Export’s live fixed-price inventory on 7 August 2026 included...
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