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Japanese vehicle sourcing & export

Japanese Cars.
Sourced Personally.

Your connection to Japanese car auctions. We help you find the right vehicle, with a team on the ground in Japan and personal service from start to finish.

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About us

A Direct Connection to Japanese Car Auctions

JapanAutoSource is a vehicle sourcing and export business based in Japan, helping customers worldwide purchase vehicles directly from Japanese auctions.

Our team in Japan has membership and access to all major Japanese vehicle auction houses, supported by established industry contacts and over 15 years of experience in vehicle sourcing and international exports.

We manage the process in Japan, from sourcing and auction information to vehicle purchases, export documentation and shipping arrangements. Every enquiry is handled individually, with clear communication throughout.

Upcoming at auction

Featured & Upcoming Auction Cars

A selection of vehicles coming up at Japanese auctions. Enquire about any vehicle and we’ll send the full auction sheet and further photographs.

Subaru

Impreza WRX STI Version 6 Type R

Year
1997
Auction date

Volkswagen

Golf R

Year
2014
Auction date

Audi

RS3

Year
2016
Auction date

Photographs are of the actual vehicles. Auction dates are confirmed at the time of listing and can change.

Looking for something specific?

Tell us what you’re after and we’ll do the rest.

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The process

How It Works

Three straightforward steps, from your first message to your vehicle leaving Japan.

  1. 01

    Tell Us What You’re Looking For

    Send us the make and model, your preferred specification, budget and destination country.

  2. 02

    We Source Your Vehicle

    We search the Japanese auctions, translate the auction sheet and send you the details and photographs for approval.

  3. 03

    Purchase, Documentation & Shipping

    Once you approve, we handle the purchase, export documentation and shipping arrangements to your destination.

What we do

Our Services

Everything from the auction floor in Japan to the port at your end.

  • Japanese Auction Vehicle Sourcing

    Access to all major Japanese auction houses, with vehicles matched to your requirements and budget.

  • Auction Sheet Translation

    We translate the Japanese auction sheet so you understand the grade, condition notes and history before you commit.

  • Vehicle Inspections

    Detailed checks, photographs and additional inspections where needed, to help you make an informed decision.

  • Export Documentation

    Deregistration, export certificates and the paperwork required to ship your vehicle legally.

  • Shipping Arrangements

    We arrange shipping from Japan to your destination port and keep you updated on departure and arrival.

Enquire

Find Your Next Car in Japan

Tell us what you are looking for, your preferred budget and where the car is going. We will search the Japanese auctions and come back to you with suitable options.

No obligation. Send us the details and we’ll come back to you with options from the auctions.

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