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C-unit · 08-22-2012, 01:58 AM

I know many of you are in the military and stationed in Japan so here are some question for you folks. I hope you guys can lead me to the right direction.

I am looking to import some euro cars into Japan. I've done some research and I know I need to do the inspection and emission but I couldn't find more info. Is there any modification require or better yet, is there any company in japan that will help with the import/registration process? What is the tax/duty like? I couldn't find much info on Japan custom website. Any help, lead would be appreciated.

Toi · 08-24-2012, 07:28 AM

You will require a JCI inspection, emissions inspection, exhaust/decibel level. You also need to have all the lights the Japanese cars have, fender side markers front running lights/ blinkers, folding mirrors.

Also certain year cars depending on country cannot enter the country period due to the emission laws. Your best bet would try to find the Japanese LTO Website.

Bigalow311 · 08-25-2012, 05:28 AM

I'll PM you my point of contact, Charles.

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jdizzy204 · 09-01-2012, 09:51 PM

Im also interested in doing this but I want to import a rust free 1970-73 Datsun 240z from CA for me to drive. Any idea of what I'd need to do? feel free to PM me

*fliprayzin240sx* · 09-02-2012, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by jdizzy204

Im also interested in doing this but I want to import a rust free 1970-73 Datsun 240z from CA for me to drive. Any idea of what I'd need to do? feel free to PM me

Are you in ZY? PM Luczkow, he brought his Z with him when he moved to Okinawa, just cant remember if the gov paid for it or if he did it on his own dime.

Bigalow311 · 09-01-2012, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jdizzy204

Im also interested in doing this but I want to import a rust free 1970-73 Datsun 240z from CA for me to drive. Any idea of what I'd need to do? feel free to PM me

Into JP? That'll be expensive and might be worth just buying the JDM version

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jdizzy204 · 09-02-2012, 12:51 AM

How so? I can find a rust free 240z for under 3k in CA and for a crappy one in Japan, Id be looking at close to 10k

SLiDe_WaYz · 09-02-2012, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by jdizzy204

How so? I can find a rust free 240z for under 3k in CA and for a crappy one in Japan, Id be looking at close to 10k

A rust free 240Z?? I don't see that happening bro, damn near 80% of them have rusted out fender linings, battery trays, rear inner fenders, etc.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 09-02-2012, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by SLiDe_WaYz

A rust free 240Z?? I don't see that happening bro, damn near 80% of them have rusted out fender linings, battery trays, rear inner fenders, etc.

Well less rust...most unrestored stateside Z are in waaaay better shape than anything in Japan.

Bigalow311 · 09-02-2012, 01:10 AM

Thread officially raped and jacked.

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jdizzy204 · 09-02-2012, 05:43 PM

Yea, Im on ZY. Rules may be different since I am not in the armed forces nor am I on okinawa but I will shoot him a pm.

edit: I know datsuns very well and I shouldnt have said rust free because any 40 year old car will have rust unless it has been in a time capsule all its life. But So Cal cars have far less severe rust and rot than east coast cars and are far better priced too.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 09-03-2012, 10:03 AM

He's not military, he got picked up as a contractor. Not sure if he paid for his move or it was picked up. But I vaguely remember him saying they had to inspect it in Tokyo before it got shipped down to Oki. Like I said, shoot him a PM, he should be able to tell you the process he went thru.

jdizzy204 · 09-03-2012, 03:45 PM

I sent him a pm and am waiting to hear back from him. thanks

jdizzy204 · 09-05-2012, 09:15 AM

Still no word from luczkow, anyo other idea how I can contact him

08-22-2012, 01:58 AM	#1
C-unit Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vancouver, Hongkong. Age: 39 Posts: 1,808 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Importing cars to Japan...any advice, tips? I know many of you are in the military and stationed in Japan so here are some question for you folks. I hope you guys can lead me to the right direction. I am looking to import some euro cars into Japan. I've done some research and I know I need to do the inspection and emission but I couldn't find more info. Is there any modification require or better yet, is there any company in japan that will help with the import/registration process? What is the tax/duty like? I couldn't find much info on Japan custom website. Any help, lead would be appreciated.

08-25-2012, 05:28 AM	#3
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09-02-2012, 01:10 AM	#10
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09-03-2012, 10:03 AM	#12
fliprayzin240sx Man w/ CTSV & a Car Seat Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 17,998 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: fliprayzin240sx Feedback Score: 19 reviews	He's not military, he got picked up as a contractor. Not sure if he paid for his move or it was picked up. But I vaguely remember him saying they had to inspect it in Tokyo before it got shipped down to Oki. Like I said, shoot him a PM, he should be able to tell you the process he went thru. __________________ If you think Zilvia has too many assholes... CLICK HERE!!!

08-24-2012, 07:28 AM	#2
Toi Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Japan Age: 48 Posts: 224 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	You will require a JCI inspection, emissions inspection, exhaust/decibel level. You also need to have all the lights the Japanese cars have, fender side markers front running lights/ blinkers, folding mirrors. Also certain year cars depending on country cannot enter the country period due to the emission laws. Your best bet would try to find the Japanese LTO Website.

09-01-2012, 09:51 PM	#4
jdizzy204 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: berlin Age: 37 Posts: 1,041 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Im also interested in doing this but I want to import a rust free 1970-73 Datsun 240z from CA for me to drive. Any idea of what I'd need to do? feel free to PM me

09-02-2012, 12:51 AM	#7
jdizzy204 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: berlin Age: 37 Posts: 1,041 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	How so? I can find a rust free 240z for under 3k in CA and for a crappy one in Japan, Id be looking at close to 10k

09-02-2012, 05:43 PM	#11
jdizzy204 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: berlin Age: 37 Posts: 1,041 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Yea, Im on ZY. Rules may be different since I am not in the armed forces nor am I on okinawa but I will shoot him a pm. edit: I know datsuns very well and I shouldnt have said rust free because any 40 year old car will have rust unless it has been in a time capsule all its life. But So Cal cars have far less severe rust and rot than east coast cars and are far better priced too.

09-03-2012, 03:45 PM	#13
jdizzy204 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: berlin Age: 37 Posts: 1,041 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	I sent him a pm and am waiting to hear back from him. thanks

09-05-2012, 09:15 AM	#14
jdizzy204 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: berlin Age: 37 Posts: 1,041 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Still no word from luczkow, anyo other idea how I can contact him