Car Models and Grades
Car Models and Grades The term "grade" refers to the rank or classification of a vehicle within the same model lineup. These grades are often denoted by letters such as "C" or "RS," or names like "Edition," "Package," or "Type." Most car models have at least two to three grades, while some may have more […]
Bidding Results
Bidding Results It is a bit like fishing. You place your bids in the morning. The line is set, your bid or “bait” has been placed. Will you catch a fish? Here is a summary of the results: Purchased cars. There are no hidden meanings in this one. When you see “Congratulations, you have won […]
Regarding auction formats
Regarding auction formats There are three types of auto auctions. The first is the "live auction," or “online auction” where bidders compete in real time on site as well as online in real time. The second is the "tender auction," where bidders submit their bids privately in response to a pre-set price, and the results […]
Are There Left-Hand Drive Vehicles in Japan?
Are There Left-Hand Drive Vehicles in Japan? The answer is yes. Lots of them. But they are nearly always of foreign make, i.e. the BMWs the Benz, the luxury Porsche and Lamborghini etc. Are there Japanese maker left hand drive vehicles?The answer is yes, but don’t get excited about them. They are usually large SUV […]
Overview of Car Body Types and Their Features
Overview of Car Body Types and Their Features The names of body types are commonly used across different car manufacturers, and the classification of cars is generally similar. Some car models may be classified under multiple body types depending on their characteristics. In this summary, we will cover nine representative body types: sedan, coupe, convertible, […]
Overview of RORO Shipping:
Overview of RORO Shipping: Definition: RORO shipping involves vehicles being driven on and off a specialized ship rather than being lifted by cranes, hence the term “roll on, roll off”. It is used to transport cars, trucks, buses, and other wheeled machinery. Advantages: RORO shipping is generally more simple than container shipping, as vehicles do […]
Introduction to Buying Japanese Used Cars
Introduction to Buying Japanese Used Cars What makes buying from Japan worthwhile? Why do 30 to 40% of cars sold in the Japanese used car auctions get exported? There are many reasons, but perhaps the biggest is range of varieties and condition of the vehicle, for an often low cost. COST OF OWNING a car […]
Container
Container Although complicated, purchasing a car from the Japan car auctions is only the first step. The next step is having it exported (what we do), either by RORO or container.Due to the rising freight costs of RORO (roll on roll off) shipping, especially to Europe, a common choice of customers wanting to export their […]
Odometer Inspection and Certificate
Odometer Inspection and Certificate The days of the “wild west” or in Japan’s case the “wild east” are largely gone. Back in the day of non-digital odometers it was often a question in the back of one's mind when looking at a car, are these KMs real? Since then, a few changes: Due to the […]