Import Guides
Complete JDM import process: 25-year rule, customs, legal compliance, shipping, and import brokers
How to Finance a JDM Import Purchase
A practical guide to financing JDM car imports, covering specialty lenders, personal loans, HELOC, importer programs, and self-financing strategies with total cost breakdowns.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Japanese Car Auctions: How to Buy Direct From Japan
USS, HAA, TAA — understanding Japanese car auction houses, grading systems, and how to bid through a broker.
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.
State-by-State JDM Registration Guide
A comprehensive state-by-state guide to registering JDM imports in the US. Covers easy states, difficult states, required documents, and insurance.
How to Find a Trustworthy JDM Importer
How to vet a JDM importer before spending thousands. Covers red flags, what to ask, cost breakdowns, and a list of well-known importers.
How to Maintain a JDM Import: Parts, Service, and Common Issues
Owning a JDM import is one thing — keeping it running is another. From sourcing parts to finding mechanics, here is your maintenance survival guide.
The 25-Year Import Rule: How to Legally Import a JDM Car to the US
The 25-year exemption is the gateway to owning a true JDM car in the US. Step-by-step guide covering EPA, DOT, customs, and registration.
2026 Import Eligibility: Which JDM Cars Become Legal This Year?
The 25-year import rule makes 1999-2001 JDM legends legal in 2026. Discover which cars you can finally import: R34 GT-R, DC5 Integra Type R, Evo VII, S15 Silvia, and more. Includes pricing, specs, and import timelines.