How to Buy Japanese Used Cars from Nippon Vehicles
This visual guide explains how overseas buyers can choose a vehicle, request a quotation, confirm payment, arrange shipment, and receive export documents from Japan.
Buy from Stock
Choose a vehicle already listed on Nippon Vehicles. This is the fastest and easiest way to buy.
- Check vehicle photos, price, year, mileage, and details
- Request C&F quote to your destination port
- Receive proforma invoice and payment instructions
Buy from Japanese Auctions
Tell us your preferred make, model, budget, and condition. We help you source vehicles from Japanese auctions.
- Daily auction search support
- Budget and condition guidance
- Auction result and export support after purchase
Browse Stock or Request Auction Search
Start by checking our available stock or sending us the model you need. If the vehicle is not in stock, we can help search from Japanese auctions.
- Open the stock page and choose a vehicle
- Check year, mileage, transmission, fuel, and photos
- For auction sourcing, tell us your budget and preferred condition
Check Vehicle Details Carefully
Review the vehicle page carefully before making an inquiry. If you need more information, ask our team before payment.
- Confirm vehicle price and stock availability
- Check photos, body condition, mileage, and equipment
- Ask for additional photos or notes when needed
Request FOB or C&F Quotation
Send destination country and port so we can confirm the estimated cost. C&F depends on freight availability and vehicle size.
- Tell us destination country and port
- Ask for FOB, C&F, or CIF when required
- Confirm inspection or import requirements in your country
Receive Invoice and Make Payment
After you confirm the vehicle and quotation, Nippon Vehicles issues a proforma invoice with payment details.
- Vehicle reservation is normally for 3 business days
- Minimum 50% payment may be required to start export/shipping work
- Send bank transfer copy after payment for faster confirmation
Shipping Arrangement from Japan
After payment confirmation, Japan-side export and shipment process begins according to vessel availability and booking conditions.
- Vehicle is prepared for export
- Shipment booking depends on route and schedule
- We keep you updated with the shipping status
Receive Documents and Clear Vehicle
After full payment and shipment confirmation, export documents are prepared and sent when applicable.
- Use documents for customs clearance
- Buyer handles local import tax, clearance, inspection, and registration
- Contact us if your clearing agent needs confirmation
Information We Need from You
Payment & Reservation
| Reservation | Vehicle reservation is normally for three business days unless otherwise agreed. |
|---|---|
| Deposit | A minimum 50% payment may be required to start the shipping/export process. |
| Payment Method | International T/T wire transfer to Nippon Vehicles bank account. |
| Bank Details | View bank information |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy one vehicle only?
Yes. We support both individual buyers and dealers/importers purchasing multiple vehicles.
Can you provide C&F price?
Yes. Send us the vehicle link, destination country, and port. We will confirm estimated C&F price when freight information is available.
Can you buy vehicles from auction for me?
Yes. Tell us your make, model, budget, year, mileage, and condition requirements. We can assist with auction sourcing from Japan.
When are documents sent?
Documents are prepared and sent after full payment and shipment confirmation, depending on the shipment and courier process.
Do I need to check my local import rules?
Yes. Buyers are responsible for confirming local import rules, taxes, inspection, age limits, and registration conditions in their country.
Ready to start your purchase?
Send us the vehicle link or model you need, plus your destination country and port. We will guide you step by step.車両リンクまたは希望モデル、国・港を送ってください。順番にサポートいたします。
All prices, availability, freight, shipment schedules, and documents are subject to final confirmation by Nippon Vehicles. Local import charges, taxes, inspection, and registration are the buyer's responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Need help importing a Japanese used car?
Send us your destination country, port and vehicle link. We will guide you with stock sales, auction sourcing, C&F estimate, export documents and shipping support from Japan.