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What happened to Japanese domestic market (JDM) regulations?

Japanese domestic cars (JDM) were designed for Japanese market conditions — right-hand drive, narrow dimensions (tax advantages), specific emissions (unleaded + catalyst), and specific safety standards. JDM cars are legal to drive in Japan but required modification for other markets. The 25-year rule in the USA removed modification requirements once a JDM car turned 25.

Next: plan the move

Found the car. Understand the handover.

Before making promises about collection, coordinate the inspection, paperwork, seller release and transport. Give each part of the purchase its own check.