10 smart tips before buying a used car from Japan

Buying a car that is reliable, efficient and reasonable is everyone’s dream. For some it is affordable to buy the one of their desire while for others buying a new vehicle remains unaffordable, making used vehicle most convenient route to ownership.

Japan is a popular and well-known spot for buying used vehicles. Japanese used cars are available in very good condition and at low cost. Japanese vehicles are recognized for being trouble-free when there are any major mechanical issues.

Buying a used vehicle will in turn makes you a smart shopper as you will get the vehicle at almost 30-40% lower price. That’s interesting! Is it not? Vehicle purchasing is an easy and convenient job. There is no need to visit Japan in order to buy a used vehicle. It can be done easily from any place by using a computer. But before making any deal one must look into the process of buying very carefully to avoid landing into any problem. So, here we are with the tips on what to look for while buying Japanese used car.

10 Smart tips before you decide to purchase a used car from Japan :-

1. Select the right exporter :- Log on to any of Japanese used car portal site and go through the member exporters list or different exporters sites. Select the ones with :-
   
   • Long establishment years :- Exporters have working experience of 10 years and more.
   • Registered company :- Company with registration number and Police verification certificate (used goods dealing license).
   • Telephone :- One must check the landline telephone number of the exporter.
   • Address, email, and website :- Check the address on Google search, for email and website look for IP and owner of the domain registration.
   • Membership of Associations and Auction houses :-Ensure that the exporters are members of some recognized associations and auction houses.
2. Check the stock and prices :- Check thoroughly the stock and prices of at least 2- 4 exporters that you have selected.
   
   • Verify the vehicle condition :- Go through pictures, details, chassis numbers and compare with the Inspection sheet (if vehicle from auction).
   • Compare the prices :- Compare prices of the same model with that of 3-4 dealers to get an idea of market price.
3. Check the payment and delivery terms :- Once you have all the required information such as car condition, prices and terms of payment, compare all with different exporters and choose the best suitable exporter.
4. Clear all doubts :- Re-check all document again, go through testimonials, choosing the right exporter is the most important step.
5. Communicate your requirements :- Now inform your exporter or dealer the car you want and the highest price you wish to pay for the car.
6. Bidding for the car (if buying from auction) :- Exporters will place a bid on your behalf and if the bid turns out to be successful you pay the complete amount for the car.
7. Exporter’s work :- They do rest of the formalities and paper work for the inspection certification (if require), export procedure, shipment and update you the status from time to time.
8. Shipment :- The car is shipped within a week in normal circumstances, but depends upon shipment schedule and availability of space on ship.
   
9. Clearance Documents :- Shipping and other documents related to purchase and payment required for custom clearance in your country are sent to you by courier.
10. Delivery :- Within 3 to 6 weeks your car reaches the port. Take the delivery and check the condition of the vehicle as per the details given earlier.

All the above specified points will help importers to choose a reliable and experienced exporter so that you will be able to buy the best used vehicle at affordable prices. With all the advancement, buying a used vehicle is not a challenge anymore. It just requires complete awareness. I am sure with all the care we took before purchase will not be wasted and the same quality and condition car will be yours. Go get your Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Suzuki the best one from Japan.

While buying a used vehicle it is obvious to get cold feet, but don’t worry, there are thousands of genuine exporters in Japan, who are there to help you out. So, people go out, choose your exporter and be a proud owner of showroom new looking used vehicle.