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Japanese Kei Sports Cars, Part 1

People around the world are finding out how good Japanese Kei cars are, and these days we are shipping a lot of Kei vehicles overseas: Kei trucks, Kei vans, and Kei sports cars; to the USA, to the UK, to Canada, to Australia, and to countries of the European Union. Yes, these practical and fun […]

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Great used JDM cars you can import to the USA now or next year (part 1)

The early 1990s were an exciting time in Japanese automotive history.
Car lovers in Japan had a lot to be thrilled about 25 years ago in the early to mid 1990s. Even residents not terribly interested in automobiles were energized by the Japanese automotive scene. I was there as an enthusiast and will never forget it.
Japanese […]

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Shaken and Self Inspection Part 1B

In the last article we had a brief introduction to Shaken and why cars that have recently passed Shaken are good candidates for export.  The last article also introduced the Shaken Self-Inspection also started going in depth on the items the owner is required to check on the Shaken Self-Inspection before even taking the vehicle […]

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The 2018 Toyota Century — Japan’s answer to Rolls-Royce

The 2018 Toyota Century. Only available in Japan[/caption]
Toyota launched a new-generation Toyota Century — an event that has only happened three times in 50 years.
Rolls-Royce may roll over and Bentley may bend tradition to meet changing market demands on a regular basis. But the Toyota Century is only upgraded when cutting-edge technology can seamlessly […]

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The Honda NSX returns to Spa 24

Castrol Honda Racing NSX GT3
A Honda NSX will be appearing at Spa 24 Hours for the first time since 1993.
The Honda NSX GT3 will run under the Castrol Honda Racing banner with a yet-unannounced team receiving technical assistance from JAS Motorsport as part of Honda’s NSX GT3 Customer Racing Programme.
The NSX GT3 with 3.5-liter, twin-turbocharged […]

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Aston Martin is Huge in Japan

Two Aston Martins with Zojo-ji Temple and Tokyo Tower in the background[/caption]
In Japan, the second largest luxury car market in the world, Aston Martin is the fastest-growing luxury auto brand according to the Japan Automobile Importers Association.
Aston Martin profits have been soaring in Japan and the renowned British producer of luxury hand-crafted sports cars […]

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The insane McLaren 600LT meets crazy JDM models from the 90s

 

The new McLaren 600LT

The new flagship supercar of the McLaren Sports Series, the McLaren 600LT, is earning rave reviews from car journalists around the world for its astonishing track performance and aggressive design.

McLaren’s launch campaign employs the clever catch phrase, “The edge is calling” to entice millionaires to push themselves beyond their current limits and reach for something […]

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Affordable used Japanese campers

Affordable used Japanese campers[/caption]
Many Japanese love escaping the city crowds to explore the countryside in recreational vehicles. According to the Japan Recreational Vehicle Association, there are currently about 100,400 RVs in Japan and the used RV market is booming.
At Japan Car Direct, we’ve noticed that more and more people around the world are discovering […]

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BMW Unveils The X2 M35i

New BMW X2 M35i[/caption]
All indications are that the new flagship of the X2 SUV lineup, the BMW X2 M35i, will launch early in 2019. This compact, high-performance SUV will compete with the Mercedes GLA and Range Rover Evoque, as well upcoming crossovers like the Audi SQ2.
The body is smaller and more muscular than other […]

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