Used Cars for Export

1. Sourcing Used Cars from Japan

Importing used cars from Japan provides global car dealers and individual buyers with access to reliable, high-spec machinery. Japanese vehicles are subject to rigorous shaken inspections, which enforces meticulous mechanical upkeep throughout the vehicle's lifespan. This means that a Japanese vehicle is typically in superior running condition compared to vehicles sourced from other markets.

Whether you are seeking fuel-efficient passenger hatchbacks, multi-seat passenger buses for transit routes, high-load chassis trucks, or agricultural implements, our direct yard access allows us to verify condition parameters before finalizing bookings.

2. Sourcing Guidelines & Inspections

When importing cars into your market, it is critical to verify the following factors to prevent custom clearing delays:

• Age Limits: Compare the vehicle's year of manufacture with your country's age limit regulations (e.g. 8 years for Kenya, 10 years for Zimbabwe/Tanzania, 12 years for Nigeria).
• Pre-Export Inspection: Ensure the vehicle is booked for roadworthiness tests (QISJ/JEVIC) to verify mechanical parameters and odometer readings before clearing export ports.
• Freight Cost Optimization: Compact passenger cars are best shipped via Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) carriers, whereas heavy machinery and parts are disassembled and shipped via containerized freight to reduce logistics costs.

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