Import Guides
Complete JDM import process: 25-year rule, customs, legal compliance, shipping, and import brokers
Importing a Car From Japan: Costs, Timeline, and Logistics
From auction purchase to your driveway — the complete cost breakdown of importing a JDM car including shipping, customs, and compliance.
JDM Car Financing: Can You Get a Loan for an Import?
Traditional lenders shy away from JDM imports. Here are the specialty lenders, credit unions, and creative options for financing your dream car.
How to Ship a Car from Japan: Complete Logistics Guide
A step-by-step guide to shipping a car from Japan to the US. Covers RoRo vs container, customs clearance, duties, documentation, and common pitfalls.
How to Inspect a JDM Car Before Purchase
A complete pre-purchase inspection guide for JDM cars. Covers documentation, body, engine, drivetrain, electrical, and test drive with a printable checklist.
JDM Car Emissions Compliance: State-by-State Guide
California is the toughest, but many states have their own emissions requirements for imported vehicles. Know your state's rules before importing.
How to Inspect a JDM Car Before Buying: The Complete Checklist
Rust, accident damage, and odometer tampering are common issues with JDM imports. This 50-point checklist helps you avoid expensive mistakes.
Shipping a Car From Japan: Container vs RoRo Explained
Container shipping protects your car but costs more. Roll-on/Roll-off is cheaper but riskier. How to choose the right method.
Best JDM Cars That Are Legal to Import in 2026
Cars turning 25 in 2026 include the Nissan R34 Skyline, Toyota Altezza, and Honda Integra Type R DC2. The complete list of newly legal imports.
How to Register an Imported JDM Car in the US: State-by-State Guide
How to register an imported JDM car in the US by state. California, Texas, Florida, and more — required documents, VIN inspection, odometer conversion, and RHD insurance tips.
Understanding Japanese Auction Grades
A complete guide to Japanese auto auction grades. Learn to read auction sheets, understand the grading scale, and spot red flags before buying.
JDM vs USDM: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
JDM vs USDM explained: what Japan Domestic Market means, power differences, right-hand drive, JDM-exclusive models never sold in the US, and why it matters.
25-Year Import Rule Explained: Which JDM Cars Are Legal to Import in 2026
Which JDM cars become legal to import in 2026 under the 25-year rule. The R34 GT-R leads the class plus Evo VII, STI, Integra Type R, and more 2001-model cars.