This one owner December 2012 Toyota Estima G 4WD 7 seater 3.5L people mover with 47,646 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in September 2017 and was graded 4.5 A. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera, power rear door and different aero bodykit. It was a one owner,…
This 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 22 September 2017. Graded 3.5 A, the auction report noted rear and left side painted (W2 – wavy paint), rust and a number of other issues. The auction had this one listed as a 2000 model, the build date…
This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSPEC 2 was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 22 September 2017. Graded 4 C, the auction report noted front panels painted (wavy paint), damage to front bumper and right sideskirt, rust, and a number of other issues. Sadly we are finding the condition of many…
This silver 2011 Mitsubishi Delica D5 petrol CV5W 4WD Chamonix with 25,034 kms was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 16 September 2017. Overall condition was excellent – very clean and tidy other than some minor pin dents and scratches pictured and some surface rust on low underbody components like exhaust, spare tyre…
This 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ46 Long wheelbase was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. The BJ46 model is becoming quite rare and hard to find now with many exported in the past to Canada, Australia and elsewhere. It was graded R (repaired). 127,855 kms on the odometer but marked with…
This classic 1977 Nissan FairladyZ 2 seater was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 9 September 2017. It was graded R (repaired) with B interior and B body (B is supposed to be clean and nice). Unknown total kms due to age. On inspection we found a considerable amount of rust in numerous places…
This 1998 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. 108,000 km. Grade 4 B. Had a quick look at this one for a client and just took a few pictures of the extensive rust in the boot and seams throughout the car before walking away.…
This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. Graded 4.5 A by the auction, so we were expecting a very clean example – unfortunately we were rather disappointed to see the extent of rust when inspecting this vehicle in person. This is a good…
Sadly the airbag – the very thing designed to SAVE lives – has now been responsible for a number of deaths and serious injuries. In one of the largest car recalls in history, over 100 million cars have been recalled worldwide to replace the defective and potentially fatal airbags manufactured by Japanese auto supplier Takata…
We’ve turbocharged our Japanese Car Auction Search to improve your experience ! All-new display 3 x Faster Improved navigation for phone & tablet It is now easier than ever to view upcoming vehicles across all the Japanese auctions, and to browse 3 months of Past auction results. NEW Auction Location option added – this will help you…
We are constantly asked two questions – what WILL and what DID a car sell for ? Obviously we can’t predict the Japan auction sale price for cars that have not yet sold. The best we can do is to guide you on general market price range for common models based on your requirements (year,…
According to today’s Media Release from Minister Paul Fletcher, the 2019 Import Regulation Changes WILL NOT allow the parallel import of new cars. The Media Release cites “cost and complexity” outweighing “minimal consumer benefit” for this complete backflip on what was proudly announced by the Minister only 18 months ago (and still claimed to be going ahead…
This One Owner 2002 R34 GTR VSpec 2 NUR with NISMO Z Tune bodykit and just 58,863 km has been carefully maintained and customised from new. Other than the N1 and the Z Tune itself which would now be approaching $500,000 in value, the VSpec 2 NUR is the most desirable and collectible of all R34 GTR…
Our NEW Japanese Vehicle Specifications Catalogue has full specifications for vehicles sold in the Japanese domestic car market, all in one place ! This makes it simple to research models that best suit your needs. Knowing the new price of different specification levels also helps to understand secondhand pricing. Available Japanese car data includes: production date range, car make,…
Obon is a Japanese Buddhist holiday that honors the return of the spirits of ancestors. During this time many Japanese people return to their hometowns to visit the graves of their departed relatives. It’s not just a somber time as spirits are welcomed with celebration and dance. Most Japanese businesses close for up to a…
This 2000 R34 GTR in very desirable Bayside Blue has 71,484 km with 450ps “gentle tune” and is currently available through specialist GTR dealer Global Auto in Osaka, Japan. One of our agents can organise an inspection with 200+ additional pictures and also undertake a road test if required. Based on the asking price in…
Latest Update December 2017 ~ 2019 Vehicle Import Regulation Changes – Draft Legislation Announced When first announced in Feb 2016 the proposed import regulation reforms sounded very positive — not only for motoring enthusiasts but for all Australians. AND a long time coming. The Need for Import Regulation Reforms The current import regulations are restrictive…
7News: Many car buyers wanting to purchase imports claim Australians are being ripped off, with vehicles far cheaper overseas. Typical differences in new car prices can be seen from the comparison of four popular models above. Watch the full 7News report: It’s now been 9 months since the Govt.’s last official update on the proposed…
The AUD to JPY exchange rate pushed strongly to 89 Yen to the Dollar this week, the highest level since December 2015. Our last update on the exchange rate was this time last year at 80 Yen to the Dollar. Given the volatility of financial markets, whether it continues to improve further and reach 90…
With proposed changes to the Australian Vehicle Import Regulations looming in 2018, it’s worth a reminder that people movers such as the Nissan Elgrand, Toyota Estima and Mitsubishi Delica will most likely be blocked from import as a secondhand vehicle (unless they are a hybrid). There may only be 6 months left to import one of these…
This 2008 Toyota Estima Areas S 2WD 8 seater 3.5L people mover with just 26,376 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 14 July 2017 and was graded 4.5 A. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera and parking sonar. Non smoker’s car in nice condition inside and out.…
This 2007 Toyota Estima 2WD 7 seater G Package 3.5L people mover with just 24,966 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 13 July 2017 and was graded 4. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera and parking sonar. Fitted with Estima seat covers. Non smoker’s car in nice…
This 2008 Toyota Estima 4WD 7 seater G Leather package 3.5L people mover with 61,747 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 7 July 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. It was a high option G Package with leather, sunroof, pre-crash safety system, dual powerslide doors, power tailgate, cruise control, front…
This 2011 Toyota Mark X Zio 350G Wagon was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in June 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. 42,000 kms only. 3.5L V6 engine with 206 kW. Cruise control, traction control. Non smoker’s car in excellent condition inside and out. 70% tread left on all tyres. Really no…
