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1976 Mazda RX 3 Savanna Available Now

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This 1976 Mazda RX 3 Savanna S124AB showing 64,587 km is currently available through a specialist classic car dealer in Japan called Classic House Vintage. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The rotary-powered Mazda RX 3 has skyrocketed in value in recent years and is now highly sought after by collectors worldwide. […]

1996 R33 GTR VSpec Purple – Current Market Price

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] While being the least popular of the Skyline GTR series, the R33 GTR is still rising in value almost as quickly as the R32 and R34. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Clean and original R33 GTR examples with decent kms are becoming increasingly difficult to find out of Japan. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Collectors sourcing […]

STINK BUGS Turn Around Car Carrying Ships Bound for New Zealand

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] A major crisis of the brown stink-buggy kind sees several vessels turned back to sea in a holding pattern after Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs (BMSB) were discovered lurking on board and in vehicles on those shipments. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The BMSB is a pest that could destroy New Zealand’s fruit and vegetable […]

Japan Car Storage for 25 Year Old Import Rule

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Convenient, safe and cost-effective Japan car storage is now available for those who wish to buy ahead of import eligibility. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This is particularly suited to collector vehicles where the total storage cost is likely to be considerably less than the market price rise during the same period. [dt_gap height=”10″ […]

Govt. Announces Costs of New Vehicle Import Laws

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] The new (Draft) vehicle import legislation was introduced to Parliament yesterday. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Govt. has also released a 32 page draft Cost Recovery Plan setting out proposed costs for the new SEVS. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] On first glance, some costs seem unreasonably high – particularly application fees of between $700 to […]

1993 Toyota Supra GZ AEROTOP Twin Turbo ~ AVAILABLE NOW

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This RARE 1993 Toyota Supra GZ AEROTOP Twin Turbo (we believe 1 of only 352 produced) is currently available through one of our agents in Japan for approx. $54,500 complied, plus tyres and on road costs (for Australia @ 87.5 Yen to the dollar). [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Auction grade 4.5 B B and […]

2001 R34 GTR VSpec II Bayside Blue – Auction 2 Feb 2018

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This 2001 R34 GTR VSpec II (#756/1855) in Bayside Blue is up for auction on 2 February 2018 and should be buyable for somewhere in the $120,000 to $128,000 complied range (for Australia) including LCT. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Unfortunately it is not suitable for export to New Zealand due to the odometer […]

Up to $10,000 OFF Toyota Alphard and Vellfire Hybrid Prices this Year

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Good news for those wanting to direct import one of Toyota’s luxury Alphard or Vellfire hybrid people movers this year ! [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The removal of import duty from Jan 2018 together with a strong exchange rate has reduced the price of these amazing vehicles by about $3K on a $50,000 complied vehicle […]

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 6.5 Tommi Mäkinen Edition

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This highly collectible 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 6 TME (Tommi Mäkinen Edition) in red with 88,353 km sold for 3,795,000 Yen FOB, approx. $53,500 complied, plus tyres and on road costs in Australia (calculated at 87 Yen to the dollar). [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This is despite some faults including faded paintwork. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] […]

Aircon Gas Import Laws Relaxed

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Importers of low numbers of used vehicles into Australia will now be able to import approx. 35 vehicles per year (up to 25kg of gas) without degassing or obtaining a license, thanks to recent amendments to the Degassing Laws. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The rule was originally limited to no more than 5 […]

0% Duty on (Most) Imported Vehicles from 1 Jan 2018

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] From 1 January 2018 the 5% import duty will no longer apply to vehicles originating from Japan and the USA. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] A simple Certificate of Origin form must be submitted to Australian Customs at the time of completing the import entry. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Removal of the 5% import duty […]

2019 Vehicle Import Regulation Changes – Draft Legislation Announced

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Import Regulation Changes will be delayed at least a further 6 months to around mid-2019 according to today’s Media Release from Minister Paul Fletcher: [dt_gap height=”5″ /] Stakeholder consultation period ending 28 Feb 2018 New legislation then to be passed through both houses of Parliament Reforms to commence 12 months AFTER the […]

1995 R33 GTR VSpec price example

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This one-owner 1995 R33 GTR VSpec with 34,048 km sold at auction today for $54,700 complied in Aust. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] View 50+ pics and more details for this 1995 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR VSpec. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This 1995 R33 GTR VSpec was eligible for import under the SEVS import regulations […]

Where are prices heading for the R32 GTR ?

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This low km 1990 R32 GTR sold for close to $60K AUD on road 2 days ago. We’ve seen a $10,000 to $15,000 price increase in 2017 for all R32 GTRs with no sign of demand slowing yet. View more pics and details for this 1990 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap […]

1999 R34 GTR VSpec Black

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R VSpec with just 48,185 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 30 November 2017. View more pics and details for this 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R VSpec in black. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Graded 4 B, it was a non-smoker’s car […]

Toyota Hiace 10 seater

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Looking for a late model Toyota Hiace 10 seater ? Lots are available every week. Allow approx. $39K to $50K complied for near new 2014 to 2017 models at the time of this post, depending on kms. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] View more pics and details for this 2014 Toyota Hiace 10 seater inspected for […]

1999 R34 GTR VSpec Bayside Blue

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Allow $90K+ on road for a 1999 R34 GTR VSpec Bayside Blue of this quality at current exchange rates. Prices / demand for GTR’s are still increasing weekly. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] View more pics and details for this 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R VSpec in Bayside Blue with 115,321 km which […]

2002 R34 GTR VSpec 2 NUR – AVAILABLE

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This R34 GTR VSpec 2 NUR with 111,000 km and in rare millennium jade (JW0) is currently available through a Japanese dealer. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Only 156 VSpec II NUR’s were produced in this colour. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] [dt_gap height=”10″ /] One of our agents can undertake an inspection with […]

Red 6.5 TME – the EVO everyone now wants…

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] We hardly ever see a Red 6.5 TME for sale as most appear to be hiding in collector’s garages. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This makes it hard to estimate the price if one were to come up but for a quality example our best guess would be somewhere in the $50K AUD range. […]

Classic 1988 BMW E30 M3 coupe

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This classic 1988 BMW E30 M3 coupe in the popular Diamond Schwarz metallic black was sold at auction in Tokyo, Japan on 5 October 2017 for approx. $74,400 landed in Australia at the time. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] View full inspection pictures [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The auction had listed it as an April 1989 model based on […]

One Owner 1993 R32 GT-R VSpec

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This one-owner 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R VSpec with 138,425 km sold on 26 October 2017 for approx. $45,800 complied in Australia. Graded 4 B, it was in very well kept condition for age and kms as can be seen from the interior, engine and underbody pictures. No rust and a very clean car. Clearly the single […]

UNICORN Tommy Kaira R32 GT-R

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This one-owner 1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R Tommy Kaira Special Edition with only 12,767 km and Tommy Kaira R32 GT-R treatment was purchased for a client in September 2017. Graded 4.5 B, it was in incredible near new condition with full service records from new – the pictures speak for themselves. [dt_gap height=”10″ […]

1967 Ford Mustang ELEANOR 500 HP ~ For Sale

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This classic 1967 Ford Mustang ELEANOR 500 HP made famous in the film “Gone in 60 Seconds” has just come up for sale. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] 3 Nov 2017 Update – Thank you for all the enquiries, this vehicle has now been SOLD. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Eleanor World Registry #363 – genuine factory […]

Import early build R35 GTR from 2019

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] 2021 UPDATE – Sorry, we are no longer taking orders for the R35 GTR as the prices are now too high in Japan for viable import. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Related News – Nov 2007 to Jan 2009 R35 GTR now approved for import [dt_gap height=”10″ /] R35 GTR – we are receiving a lot […]

Takata Airbag Recall affects Australian consumers

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Takata Airbag Recall for Japanese Imports – what you need to know. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Japan manufacturer factory recall page – check whether your Japanese import is affected by the Takata airbag recall [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Sadly the airbag – the very thing designed to SAVE lives – has now been responsible […]

All New Japanese Car Auction Search

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] We’ve turbocharged our Japanese Car Auction Search to improve your experience ! [dt_gap height=”5″ /] All-new display 3 x Faster Improved navigation for phone & tablet [dt_gap height=”10″ /] It is now easier than ever to view upcoming vehicles across all the Japanese auctions, and to browse 3 months of Past auction results. [dt_gap […]

How to Check Japan Auction Sale Price

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] We are constantly asked two questions – what WILL and what DID a car sell for ? [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Obviously we can’t predict the Japan auction sale price for cars that have not yet sold. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The best we can do is to guide you on general market price […]

2019 Import Regulation Changes Media Release

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] According to today’s Media Release from Minister Paul Fletcher, the 2019 Import Regulation Changes WILL NOT allow the parallel import of new cars. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] The Media Release cites “cost and complexity” outweighing “minimal consumer benefit” for this complete backflip on what was proudly announced by the Minister only 18 months ago (and […]

2002 R34 GTR VSpec 2 NUR with Z Tune bodykit

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] This One Owner 2002 R34 GTR VSpec 2 NUR with NISMO Z Tune bodykit and just 58,863 km has been carefully maintained and customised from new. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Other than the N1 and the Z Tune itself which would now be approaching $500,000 in value, the VSpec 2 NUR is the most desirable […]

Japanese Vehicle Specifications Catalogue

[dt_gap height=”10″ /] Our NEW Japanese Vehicle Specifications Catalogue has full specifications for vehicles sold in the Japanese domestic car market, all in one place ! [dt_gap height=”10″ /] This makes it simple to research models that best suit your needs. Knowing the new price of different specification levels also helps to understand secondhand pricing. [dt_gap height=”10″ /] Available […]