Importing cars

[Crazynick]

Hi

Anyone know of a good agent in Japan for Importing cars?
Iv just arrived in Tokyo and fancy doing a bit of importing, my girlfriend is Japanese so this helps, just need to make first contacts and look at the viability of it.
I know the Yen is strong, but I think theres still a business case.
Im not just looking at UK.

Nick

Edited by Crazynick on Thursday 1st January 15:24

[nottyash]

I used mashamoto.
I really dont think now is the time to do it. Prices are about 30 percent more than 8 months ago.

[Crazynick]

Hi

Yup, seems to be the basic problem looking on Google news, doesn't help with the pound dropping in value and the Yen staying higher.
But, I think the situation will hit Japan mid next year like a Tsunami and then the prices will drop dramatically, then's the time to hit the ground running maybe.

Thanks for the feedback

[Crazynick]

nottyash said:

I used mashamoto.
I really dont think now is the time to do it. Prices are about 30 percent more than 8 months ago.

Do you have the contact details for them?

Do you mean these guys? http://www.mashamotoimports.com/


Cheers

Nick

Edited by Crazynick on Thursday 1st January 16:21

[Vixpy1]

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

[Crazynick]

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

[Vixpy1]

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

[Vixpy1]

Gazboy said:

also knock the box shifters masquerading as 'tuners' into touch too.

Quite right Gaz, the tuning industry is getting a well needed clear out of cowboys. There are too many tuning companies, and I'm tired of seeing people get ripped off.

[Crazynick]

Vixpy1 said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

Iv just read that one Curry country has just slashed the Duty on imports, so thats a move in the right direction, however Russia is rioting over the recent increase with one dead so far in protests, odd world we live in, suppose theres always oppertunities in every crisis.

[nottyash]

Crazynick said:

nottyash said:

I used mashamoto.
I really dont think now is the time to do it. Prices are about 30 percent more than 8 months ago.

Do you have the contact details for them?

Do you mean these guys? http://www.mashamotoimports.com/


Cheers

Nick

Edited by Crazynick on Thursday 1st January 16:21

Yes that them

[uk_vette]

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

Iv just read that one Curry country has just slashed the Duty on imports, so thats a move in the right direction, however Russia is rioting over the recent increase with one dead so far in protests, odd world we live in, suppose theres always oppertunities in every crisis.

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Whats a 'curry country' ?

[Crazynick]

uk_vette said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

Iv just read that one Curry country has just slashed the Duty on imports, so thats a move in the right direction, however Russia is rioting over the recent increase with one dead so far in protests, odd world we live in, suppose theres always oppertunities in every crisis.

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.
Whats a 'curry country' ?

India, Pakistan, Afghanistan - of interest cos they are RIGHT HAND DRIVE as Uk and Japan are. (And they dont give a stuff about SVA)

Edited by Crazynick on Friday 2nd January 00:34

[uk_vette]

Crazynick said:

uk_vette said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

Iv just read that one Curry country has just slashed the Duty on imports, so thats a move in the right direction, however Russia is rioting over the recent increase with one dead so far in protests, odd world we live in, suppose theres always oppertunities in every crisis.

..
.
.
Whats a 'curry country' ?

India, Pakistan, Afghanistan - of interest cos they are RIGHT HAND DRIVE as Uk and Japan are. (And they dont give a stuff about SVA)

Edited by Crazynick on Friday 2nd January 00:34

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Thanks Nick,

So import from Japan to 'Curry land' then to UK,
Does it save money/time that way, ?

I was thinking maybe if the vehicle was regisrered in 'curry land' then it doesn't neet SVA when it arrives in UK ?

Pardon me if I am compleatly missing some thing

[cptsideways]

It'd still neeed an SVA in the UK. A lot of Jap cars are being exportde all over the place & lots of avenues are being explored by the current import/exporters.

[Crazynick]

uk_vette said:

Crazynick said:

uk_vette said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Crazynick said:

Vixpy1 said:

Bear in mind anything under 10 years old that you bring in will need the extended SVA and you will need a model report.

Thanks, but Im not intending to bring them into Uk at first. Im looking at the land of Curry.

I would have a look at import taxes, alot of the curry countries have 150 to 180% tax on high performance stuff, and you will pay that on the orig list price.

In some countries you might also come across some fairly hefty corruption, be careful who you deal with.

I'm not trying to knock your plans, but just be cautious.

Iv just read that one Curry country has just slashed the Duty on imports, so thats a move in the right direction, however Russia is rioting over the recent increase with one dead so far in protests, odd world we live in, suppose theres always oppertunities in every crisis.

..
.
.
Whats a 'curry country' ?

India, Pakistan, Afghanistan - of interest cos they are RIGHT HAND DRIVE as Uk and Japan are. (And they dont give a stuff about SVA)

Edited by Crazynick on Friday 2nd January 00:34

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Thanks Nick,

So import from Japan to 'Curry land' then to UK,
Does it save money/time that way, ?

I was thinking maybe if the vehicle was regisrered in 'curry land' then it doesn't neet SVA when it arrives in UK ?

Pardon me if I am compleatly missing some thing

No, Im looking at supplying cars to Curry Land for a contact I have there to start with.
I don't think it makes things easier to get them into the UK. But Hey I'm open to ideas.
As mentioned before, I guess it depends on the age of the car.

[Prolex-UK]

You don't need a model report to get the car in if its < 10 years...........

I imported a Lexus IS350 last year.........

had 2 tests 1) noise 2) emissions cost £1300

then normal sva stuff (speedo/fog lights etc)

risk you take is that your car is "dirty" regarding emissions......

My IS350 waqs modified with a supercharger/body kit/wheels etc flew thru..........

PM me for more info if you want

[Crazynick]

What's a model report? is it like an Engineers report? - is it specific to an individual car or for types of cars?
I met a rather dodgy guy the other night in Roppongi who says he can supply me from the auctions (you need a licence to buy from there),he seemed to just want my contact's details off me rather than deal with me. He sat there in the dark wearing 'Bono' style sunglasses, I wont be dealing with HIM! was verry slippery.
I now have a lead for another 'agent' off a guy who I know who has the best Indian Curry house in Tokyo - Now I DO trust him...he came out to the centre by car on a 45 minute drive, took us to his brother's bar and bought us a drink then went off to do business saying anytime is fine to call him, hes not as slippery as the first guy who wont even pass his mail or home address on.
Like buying cars, dont deal on the first meeting, make sure you trust the guy first.The second guy Iv known since 2004 so heres hoping he can deliver cars as good as a hot curry.

NC

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:57

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:58

[D_G]

Crazynick said:

What's a model report? is it like an Engineers report? - is it specific to an individual car or for types of cars?
I met a rather dodgy guy the other night in Roppongi who says he can supply me from the auctions (you need a licence to buy from there),he seemed to just want my contact's details off me rather than deal with me. He sat there in the dark wearing 'Bono' style sunglasses, I wont be dealing with HIM! was verry slippery.
I now have a lead for another 'agent' off a guy who I know who has the best Indian Curry house in Tokyo - Now I DO trust him...he came out to the centre by car on a 45 minute drive, took us to his brother's bar and bought us a drink then went off to do business saying anytime is fine to call him, hes not as slippery as the first guy who wont even pass his mail or home address on.
Like buying cars, dont deal on the first meeting, make sure you trust the guy first.The second guy Iv known since 2004 so heres hoping he can deliver cars as good as a hot curry.

NC

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:57

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:58

Have you done any business in Japan before? I've had my business with Japan for ten years, any agent who deals in a bar in Roppongi is obviously dodgy. I'm scepical because I know how things work there and I feel you are going to get yourself into trouble before you even start.

[Crazynick]

D_G said:

Crazynick said:

What's a model report? is it like an Engineers report? - is it specific to an individual car or for types of cars?
I met a rather dodgy guy the other night in Roppongi who says he can supply me from the auctions (you need a licence to buy from there),he seemed to just want my contact's details off me rather than deal with me. He sat there in the dark wearing 'Bono' style sunglasses, I wont be dealing with HIM! was verry slippery.
I now have a lead for another 'agent' off a guy who I know who has the best Indian Curry house in Tokyo - Now I DO trust him...he came out to the centre by car on a 45 minute drive, took us to his brother's bar and bought us a drink then went off to do business saying anytime is fine to call him, hes not as slippery as the first guy who wont even pass his mail or home address on.
Like buying cars, dont deal on the first meeting, make sure you trust the guy first.The second guy Iv known since 2004 so heres hoping he can deliver cars as good as a hot curry.

NC

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:57

Edited by Crazynick on Monday 5th January 10:58

Have you done any business in Japan before? I've had my business with Japan for ten years, any agent who deals in a bar in Roppongi is obviously dodgy. I'm scepical because I know how things work there and I feel you are going to get yourself into trouble before you even start.

I have a Japanese girlfriend, family there and I just met my ex boss who works for Nissan who said he would help.
You have to start somewhere and unlie you I dont have the contacts, but Im not about to jump without first doing my homework.