Shipping
Follow the six steps below and you are will on your way to import your first Japanese car!
If you know this information already we suggest that you simply skip this step and go direct to the Auction or Dealer Stock pages.
Shipping and import procedures
We take care of all the shipping arrangements for you from the moment you purchase your new car.
Depending on which country you reside in, shipping will either be prepaid in Japan or paid when the vessel reaches your shores.
It is advisable to have a customs agent prepared to receive your documents some time prior to the vessel arriving, as this will speed the delivery up for you.
We always will be available to assist in anyway we can so don’t hesitate to contact us at any time if you have questions.
Below we have outlined the steps needed from start to finish from the beginning when you first choose your new import, through to the moment when you drive away.
Just click on any of the steps listed to see what is needed.
| How do I pick a car? |
1.If youhave not decide what tobuy | Have a look at auction |
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| Contact us | ||
| 2.If you have know the exact model you are looking tobbuy | Personal car finder | |
| Have a look at auction |
| How do I choose and order? |
1.Let us help you | Use our live help and be guided throughout |
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| 2.Use the auction Estimate | Pick your car and we will inspect it then you decide | |
| 3.I know what I want | Use the online order form and place a request | |
| Pay your deposit and start bidding | ||
| Wait for one of our staff to call and tell you if we had success. | ||
| Payment | We will invoice you | Payment needs to be sent within 48 hours of invoicing |
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| We will contact you when the funds have arrived |
| Shipment & Documents |
1.Bookings | Shipping will be organised by www.autotraderimports.com Please wait for us to advise you of Depature and ETA. Please note that shipping companies operate on a first come first served basis. |
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| 2.We Will use either container or ro/ro | Depending on your location we will use either method | |
| 3.Documents | Documents will be couriered only once the vessel is underway, as this is standard practice for all export companies. |
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| Bill of Lading.
This is an extremely important document which signifies |
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| Export Certificate.
Customs require this as it contains all the important |
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| Invoice.
Vital proof of what you paid for your car. |
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| 4.Insurance | Yes we can organise insurance for you
Insurance is a one time payment of 20.00 US and |
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| Customs documents |
1.Which one? | We are more than happy to recommend or just look in the local directory Please email us with any special requests |
| 2.What Documents do I need? | Take everything described above and anything else that may help |
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| 3.Important info | Please take into account!
Local taxes. |
| Customs clearance |
1.Final notice | our car has nearly arrived
Your customs agent will contact you and inform you |
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| 2.Pay the money | Pay the required amount to your customs agent | |
| 3.Prepare for collection | Either prepare to collect the car yourself or have a transport company do it for you! |
| Drive your new car! |
Well done, You have your car! Please remember!
Your new car may not have been driven for quite some time so please don’t go to hard. |
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