Japanese car
imports Netherlands
Japan Car Auctions
Provide cars since 1997
~ We are not currently accepting orders from individual customers. ~
Import Conditions for Used Cars to Netherlands
| Vehicle Age Limit | Passenger vehicles must be in roadworthy condition and comply with EU safety and environmental regulations There is no formal age limit, but older vehicles may incur higher BPM (Private Motor Vehicle and Motorcycle Tax) upon registration |
| Emission and Environmental Standards | Vehicles must meet EU emission standards (e.g., Euro 5 or Euro 6 depending on year of registration) Non-EU vehicles, such as those from Japan, may require additional documentation or technical approval (RDW inspection) to prove compliance |
| Steering Wheel Position | Left-hand drive vehicles are standard and preferred in the Netherlands Right-hand drive vehicles can be imported but are subject to strict modification requirements and may face limitations in registration or resale |
| Customs Duty | No customs duty if importing from within the EU From outside the EU (e.g., Japan): - Customs duty: 10% - BPM tax: Calculated based on CO₂ emissions, vehicle value, and age - Registration procedures handled through the RDW (Netherlands Vehicle Authority) |
| Value-Added Tax (VAT) | 21% VAT is applied at the time of customs clearance |
5/30 Fri.
Auction Count
30,392 items
Today Auction
 | Arai Bayside | 1546 |
| Arai Sendai | 374 |
 | Isuzu Kobe | 980 |
 | JU Chiba | 790 |
| JU Fukuoka | 1073 |
| JU Miyagi | 1022 |
| JU Niigata | 712 |
| JU Okayama LAA | 1394 |
| JU Okinawa | 345 |
| JU Sapporo | 638 |
| JU Tochigi | 566 |
 | KCAA Yamaguchi | 444 |
 | MIRIVE Aichi | 1010 |
 | NAA Tokyo | 289 |
 | USS Nagoya | 10527 |
| USS Osaka | 4411 |
| USS Saitama | 1110 |
 | Zero Chiba Tender | 147 |
| Zero Hakata Tender | 49 |
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PROVIDE CARS
Our Policy on Vehicles with
Odometer Tampering
Please check the pages available for
each country.
We do NOT check the cars we bid on in the Japan car auctions. Like everything else in the process of purchasing and exporting your car, we delegate out such an important job to a specialised company. In the auctions, they check for us.
Please select the plan that best suits your needs.
First, Sign Up for a Free Membership
Provide Cars accepts
new membership registrations
24/7, all year round.
After registering, you can immediately
browse auction information.
Some auction venues may not be accessible.
Number of Registered Members:
Over 10,353 members
(As of April 2025)
New Registration Fee
If no purchase is made within one month,
the membership will be automatically canceled.
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0
(Free)
The process of Japan car auction purchase and export
STEP
Membership Registration
First, please complete the free membership registration.
STEP
Vehicle Search & Translation
Additionally, request a translation to accurately understand the information on the auction sheet.
STEP
Consult with an Agent
Ensure that your country's import regulations match the vehicle specifications. Also, check the transportation costs from the auction venue and the final total amount.
STEP
Deposit Payment
Once the conditions are met, please make the required deposit payment and proceed with bidding.
Either a minimum of 100,000 yen, if the car value to be bid on is less than a million yen or 10% of the value of the vehicle you want to purchase.
STEP
Place your bid
Once you have deposited your security deposit, please enter any number of your choice on the bidding page.
Four Flexible Pricing Plans
We offer four pricing plans tailored to different business needs:
- Basic Plan: ¥80K (for those purchasing 10 or more cars per month)
- Dealer Plan: ¥80K + 3% (for those purchasing 3 to 9 cars per month)
STEP
Payment
You will make the payment based on the invoice received from the auction venue.
All invoices from the auction are fully disclosed, ensuring transparency.
STEP
Container & RORO Arrangement
To ensure the fastest delivery of your vehicle, we will book and arrange the earliest available ship.
Top Sales Agent
Jon French
CEO ／ Sales
From New Zealand but has been in Japan since 1990. Started Provide in 1997. Japan car auction memberships from 1997.
Chikara Imashioya
Team Manger ／ Sales
Born in Japan. Educated in the US and Canada. Exporting cars for over 15 years. Japan car auction expert.
Phil Keenaghan
Sales
Born in Ireland. Educated in Ireland. Married into Japan. Involved with both Japan car and equipment auctions and exporting for over 20 years.
Yevgeniy (Eugene) Potapov
Sales
Born in Russia. Educated in New Zealand. Living in Japan for 20 years. Been involved in purchasing through the Japan car auctions for over 20 years.
All-Inclusive Everything is included.
Q&A – Buying & Importing Used Cars to the Netherlands
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What are the disadvantages of purchasing a vehicle through an auction?
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You have only a limited time to inspect the vehicle, request a translation of the auction sheet, and place a bid.
This is a fast-paced process, and while it may seem overwhelming at first, you’ll get used to it quickly with experience.
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What happens after purchasing a vehicle?
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After you purchase a vehicle, we manage the entire export process from Japan to the Netherlands.
Your main task is to place bids based on the vehicle’s mileage, condition, and auction price.
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Can I obtain CO₂ and NOx emission data for my vehicle?
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Yes. Whenever possible, we retrieve the CO₂ and NOx emission data relevant to your vehicle.
Our team is familiar with EU environmental standards, and if this data is unavailable for certain vehicles, we will inform you prior to bidding.
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Shipping Time – How long does it take for my vehicle to arrive in the Netherlands?
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The estimated shipping time from Japan to major Dutch ports such as Rotterdam or Amsterdam is approximately 30 to 40 days, depending on the shipping route and schedule.
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First Steps in the Process
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The first step is to register for membership, which grants you access to inspect thousands of vehicles listed daily in Japanese auctions.
After registration, you can view auction sheets, evaluate market prices, and place bids with confidence.
Q&A
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