BETTER CARS - LOWER COST
KEEP
IT
SIMPLE
"Our process cuts out local dealers, storage companies and more, resulting in the fastest, lowest cost delivery possible"
STEP ONE
FIND YOUR CAR
Find a link and send it over, just like we showed you on YouTube.
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Tell use what you want and let us search for you.
SEE YOUR CAR
Unlike most, we don't make you wait for delivery to see your car.
Our most popular package includes a full video tour with our office in Japan prior to shipping out to you.
This is optional, if you don't need it, you don't pay for it.
SHIPPING
Port to port service is included.
Need home delivery or inland transportation somewhere? Let us know, we can arrange that too.
DELIVERY
Receive your vehicle and enjoy.
Need parts or support? Keep us in your contacts as we also ship parts direct from Japan to your door to keep costs down.
BUYING OPTIONS
There can be over 500,000 cars for sale at any one time in Japan. We narrowed down the best options for you.
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Dealer Network/CarSensor
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Easy to use
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Free
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Use Google Chrome for translation that actually works
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You see the price, nothing is hidden.
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FSBO - For Sale By Owner
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Cars for sale locally in Japan like Craigslist in North America. This one needs our special touch to navigate (you basically need to speak Japanese to use this one)
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Auction
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We use 2 trusted sources for the best risk management buying from auction and we provide our insights to help you make a confident choice.
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SHIPPING
We ship anywhere in the world. Well. Almost.
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Proven carriers
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Optional insurance on vehicle value
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Transparent tariff rates
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Dependable service
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Primarily RoRo - we want your car to be treated with respect and not stuffed in a box. If you need MVCM (Multi-Vehicle-Container-Management) let us know in advance
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MVCM (Multi-Vehicle-Container-Management)
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Containers available for those shipping multiple vehicles
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Port to Port
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Inland service available
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Unlike others, SushiCars will never put your freight on a load board to the lowest bidder. We work with dependable, trusted carriers and transport companies. We have even had qualified drivers sometimes drive special cars to the port at a customers request. Your vehicle arriving safely, in once piece, is our priority.
DELIVERY
Typically we quote to your local port. Need to get inland transport or home delivery? Just ask!
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Port to Port
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Cost effective
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You can clear your own customs (in most cases)
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Enjoyable part of the process
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Customs Clearing
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Where applicable (Canada, most of the US), we can provide customs clearing and port release services for you at an additional cost
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Home Delivery
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For those who want to sit back and relax, we can use our network to provide full end to end service, delivering the car to your door ready for registration. We can even have an insurance agent come to you (some restrictions apply).
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JAPANESE LOCAL INVENTORY
$850 CAD FLAT.
So, the best vehicles you can find usually come from the inventory in Japan's inside, domestic market. The cars they buy and sell locally, coming with the integrity of their dealers. Over the years, we see nothing but the best come from this avenue. Costs we feel are the same. A budget unit with no history, sold on to auction is a risk.
If you have the tools and resources, or the spare change, go for it. However, for those looking for quality, more chance of security, and a better buying experience, we encourage you to shop the local inventory in Japan and get the best.
A bonus is, that we usually bring these in to our Japan office before export, giving you time to see them by video call before we pay for shipping. Anything wrong, chance to fix it then and there in Japan rather than having a lengthy process in your home country. We can also install Daytime Running Lights, marker lights, new wheels, tires and more. Did you know a full set of tires can be as cheap as just $190? Installed? Why not get some new tires for your inspection while it is in Japan still?
To give you an idea of the value we add to that process, here is what we do:
Applies to vehicles bought locally in Japan
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Your new vehicle!
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Delivery to us by car-carrier from a trusted local dealer
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Basic detail package
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Our own multi-point intake inspection in Japan
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Car history report
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Video tour with the vehicle in Japan
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Pre-Export prep and final checks.
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Delivery to port in Japan for Ocean Freight.
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International Ocean Freight, included. Marine insurance is optional
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Documentation, including;
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Bill of Lading,
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Invoice from SushiCars
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Export Certificate (original, Japanese) and translated copy both included.
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In-bond document where applicable shall be provided.
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Detailed instruction on the simple steps to import
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List of brokers if you decide not to do it yourself
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We encourage you to do it yourself and save the money!
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List of local recommended shops, people and other resources if you need anything along the way, or even for years after buying, to keep you happy for years to come as well.
Watch the video below to take a peek into how we review multiple points to save you money in the long and short term. Don't rush into buying something online just because it is "cheap".
In Japan, vehicles are usually priced fairly accurately to their mechanical condition and appearance. See a truck too cheap to be true? Well, likely it has some issues, you just didn't see them yet. Let us help you make the right choice, and at least be aware of the problems or potential risks before you sign the dotted line.
BUYING ONLINE &
AVOIDING A LEMON
Example Only. Vehicles usually require inspection to be licensed on the road in the country in which they are shipped to, such as Canada and USA. On this example, we recommend budgeting $950 CAD for additional fees and inspections for "on the road pricing"
IS IT
REALLY GOING TO
BE AFFORDABLE?
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