Mazda MX5 (NA) 1.8 liter 1994

Excellent service from the guys at JCD! Mason is very helpful and patient explaining all aspects of making a purchase at an auction and taking us through the whole process. The car is exactly as described - happy days!

I'm giving Mathew and his crew five stars for excellent service, and for delivering what they promised. I am a first-time importer for a van I will use myself (no resale). Mathew took me through the selection process, helped steer me away from potentially bad deals, and communicated regularly once I had selected my vehicle. He took me through the export process, and recommended Armin at EasyISF to help with the import process. I was able to track my van across the ocean, and Armin helped me work through customs clearance up through the day I picked up my tiny van. Sometimes you have to trust people and this time I picked the correct people to trust; both with my funds being wired to Japan and with trusting that Mathew and his crew had my best interests in mind. I am a very satisfied customer and I strongly recommend Japan Car Direct for your import experience. They delivered exactly what they promised.

Ich kann nur positives über diese Firma berichten, jedes Anliegen wird zeitnah abgewickelt. Ich werde weiterhin über Japan Car Direct die Importe durchführen ! Ein ganz großes Lob an Mathew, vielen Dank !

Mathew and the gang were great with helping me with the acquisition of my 1994 Subaru Sambar dump kei truck. I was so excited about getting a truck I was ready to buy just about anything. Matt put the breaks on that and used his experience and knowledge to weed out the potential problems. I use my truck almost daily around our farm moving things and as a work surface. It is great. Mathew and Japan Car Direct helped my sister get a kei truck as well and I have and will continue to recommend them to anyone who has expressed interest in my great little vehicle.

It was my first time importing a car from japan and I was not disappointed! Mason helped me around with the system and was answering all of my worries with the importation. Definitely going to come back for the next cars to come! ありがとうございました！また次もどうぞよろしくお願い致します。

Mike was awesome to work with, his patience is that of a saint! He always provided top notch translations and learnt what condition and specification car I was looking for and after a while we found the perfect one! (I was an annoying customer with a strict budget and very specific for which car I was looking for but it all ended up going smoothly!) If I could give any feedback to the team it could possibly be to check in with us every now and then once we have bought the car as sending out that much money is a very scary thing to do! But other than that I cannot fault them! Amazing work Mike I greatly appreciate it!

It was my first time buying a car online, let alone overseas. These guys are legit!!!Yoshi has been very patient, transparent and prompt with all queries. The car was exactly what was expect. The time of arrival was accurate.Just look at all the 5 star reviews they gotGreat job guys.

The entire Team at Japan Car Direct has been incredible at making purchasing a vehicle from Japan quick and effortless.Matt and Yoshiro are extremely friendly, and have performed above and beyond my expectations from start to finish. No matter how many questions you may have, these guys will know all the right answers!If you’re looking for a vehicle from Japan then look no further than Japan Car Direct.10/10 ⭐'s

From Star to finish, JCD were a pleasure to work with. Yoshiro answered emails quickly and helped me with every step of buying my first car from Japan. I spoke to other Japanese car exporters and didn't feel safe dealing with them. JCD are on YouTube videos, and are a great company to trust with your next used Japanese car purchase.

All I can say about the experience is AMAZING! I worked with Matthew and he was helpful through the whole process of bidding, purchasing, and shipping the car to me. He had an answer for every question, and was always quick to respond.Enjoying my new Mercedes and I will be using them again!

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I used JCD for my first ever import. They make it so easy to get everything done and had patience with me asking 100 questions about the process. I would recommend these guys to anyone!

Mat is is the best he was right on target and video descriptions are perfect. Shipping was alot faster than I thought it would be, as JCD didn't mess around. My van was at port and ready to go.I will be using JCD again soon, got my van now I want a car.

After seeing quite a few Kei Trucks on the road, I was intrigued. Seeing the local retail prices gave me sticker shock, so I immediately thought there has to be a better way. Sure enough, that way is Japan Car Direct. Yoshi and team are knowledgeable, professional and responsive. They do what they say they are going to do before, during and after the transaction, they are in it for the long haul. The result of reviewing the auction listings and acquiring/importing yourself (with help from JCD) is substantial savings and the satisfaction of paying a fair price. It's also fun if you enjoy searching for and identifying great automotive values. Would not hesitate to recommend their services to others and I will be back for more vehicles in the near future.

I first stumbled upon Japan Car Direct LLC through their Facebook page and on their website. I plan on writing a full review once my car arrives, but at the current moment I wish I could give them more than a 5/5. First, their website is extremely professional and has all of the information that you could ask for. The coolest part about the entire process is getting access to the auction house by registering with them. You can then see (and get translations) for the cars of your choice! Mathew and Scott providing AMAZING customer service. This being my first time, they answered more than 50 e-mails of my questions, and were always very professional. They did not pressure me to purchase a car either, rather, I gave them my specifications and they worked with me to find the vehicle of my choice. I believe their service charge is more than fair considering they do the bulk of the work for you. No matter what time of day, it seemed like Mat and Scott were there to help! In addition to cars, they can help you find parts, which I will need some for my car! While we did run into some minor issues (like my delaying of payment since they are international, and some [dealer - not Japan Car Direct] translation issues with the dealer we bought the car from), Mat and Scott quickly worked to resolve them. Overall, they are great guys, and I will purchase again from them again. If only they could invent a hoverboard to make the car arrive faster :)

Wonderful experience! Matt was patient with me, first time buyer, and made the process very smooth for the importation process.

Yoshiro and the JCD guys did an outstanding job helping me to import my Kei Truck. Over the course of the few months it took, and lots and lots of emails, they happily answered all of my dumb questions, and never ceased to be prompt, professional, and extremely helpful. I don't know how I would've done this without them!

Mathew was great to work with. I recommend Japan Car Direct.

JCD was great to work with. Mathew was patient with me as I searched for my dream vehicle. He explained the process and helped me understand how to eliminate as many unknowns as possible. There were still some surprises but nothing unmanageable and definitely nothing JCD could have avoided. I very well may be a repeat customer!

この度、輸出手続きを誠にありがとうございました Thank you very much for helping us getting excellent used Toyota Crowns

Mike and the team helped me buy a Subaru Sambar and export it to the US. This was my first time and JCD's professionality and willingness to help me understand the process made it a worry free experience. I would highly recommend them!

Just perfect. A real team of extremely serious professionals. It was my first import, and everything went great with Yoshiro's help. I will go back to their service with my eyes closed for a future import, you can trust them completely.

I think this was the most stress-free and transparent car purchase I’ve ever had and the dealer was on the other side of the world! They made the whole process as easy as possible and I felt supported the whole way.

All around exceptional experience! Matt was great to work with and guided me through the entire process with ease. As a first timer, importing was a bit nerve racking but JCD did a great job providing a cool little truck I can enjoy here in Delaware. I look forward to picking up the next toy/vehicle through them.

Yesterday I took delivery of my 1995 Subaru Sambar (Kei or "Mini Truck" I could not be happier with the service provided by Japan Car Direct and with the vehicle itself.Mathew was unfailingly kind, patient, and helpful through the process. He helped me to understand more about Sambars specifically and Kei trucks in general, as well as everything from bidding through shipping and customs clearance (though they do not provide that service per se). I cannot tell you how many questions he promptly answered about the process and about specific vehicles I considered purchasing.I highly recommend that anyone who wants to import a car from Japan work with Japan Car Direct.

Awesome experience !!Their service was extremely good and efficient. Yoshiro was soo patient with my many requests for information and translations. The vehicle purchased was better than expected. I would definitely consider using their services again.

Trustworthy group here! They made it easy from point a to b. So glad this was the first group I tried as I have heard horror stories about the import process. Highly recommended.

Japan Car Direct made buying a car from Japan dangerously easy. :) Yoshiro was a great help. He was responsive and supportive through the whole process. They have the export processes well smoothed out and the car arrived and I was able to register it without any problems. No issues or complaints about Japan Car Direct. I'll be back for my next unique and interesting vehicle.

Easygoing and well informed. Good communication! Will be using this Importer again.

Just awesome people to deal with...I started my search for a JZA80 Supra 2 years ago by just looking on JCD because I was really scared that I would go into it with the money I had, and be overwhelmed by fees and other costs, I even made a spreadsheet with every cost listed on JCD’s website. And it turns out, that feeling I was scared of never came.Mathew at JCD is a gem, he helped me from my viewing days all the way to the end, translating and giving great advice on what the steps are, making everything crystal clear and easily digestible. All of my questions, and misunderstandings were dealt with with kindness and professionalism. Patience is a virtue that JCD (and from my experience Mathew) have in droves. Knowing how worried I was, Mathew's help was the reason I managed to stay sane through my first large purchase and my first vehicle import.Even up to the time when the car was out of Japan and en route to Canada, Mathew put me on to Al Thompson who was ALSO phenomenal to work with, he fought for me with the docks who have slowed down due to covid, and we got my Supra released in jig time!Thanks to Mathew, JCD, and Al for the phenomenal service, and I hope to work with you all again in the future!

I imported a van though JCD and they made the process super straightforward. They were amazing at communicating and quick to answer any of my questions. If you are looking to import a car I would highly recommended them.

Great dependable business! Highly recommended! Thank you Mathew for all your hard work!

Just picked up my car that I bought through JCD. I was a complete newbie about buying a car overseas and Mathew was kind enough to basically hold my hand and help me through the process. It seems pretty daunting at first but if I can do it anybody can. Highly recommend JCD!

Great company to deal with from start to finish. I imported a Kei truck from Japan into Canada. The staff member I dealt with always responded promptly over a period of months while I was searching for the perfect vehicle. They went above and beyond to get the vehicle to exactly how I wanted and the whole process was smooth, straight forward, and no hidden fees. Would highly recommend if you are looking to purchase a vehicle from Japanese auction.

10 stars for service! This was my first time importing, we used JCD on a recommendation from a friend and I was really blown away by the service which Andrew and Mathew provided. It was certainly a pleasure dealing with them, very professional and the communication was great. I'd be happy to recommend and use them again. Thanks team for my new Dad wagon!

Mathew at Japan Car Direct has been a HUGE help and continually went above and beyond with assisting me. It was my first time bidding on vehicles at auction and having them shipped to the US. He even helped me arrange a mechanic in Japan to do some work on the Hiace I purchased so that it would arrive in the US in tip top shape and be ready to hit the road. I look forward to doing more business with Mathew in the future and you should too!

Worked with Matthew, Taylor and Scott to find a particular Daihatsu Hijet to import into Australia. Not only did I find the right vehicle using thier platform, they then helped with procuring upgraded wheels off the Yahoo Japan auction site, sourced some additional spare parts not readily available in Australia and organized for a preshipment service. Everything went smoothly and without a hitch. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of importing a vehicle from Japan should consider the service that they offer it is Blue Ribbon.

Car delivered exceeding my expectation.Mason Patiently guide through the process.JCD is Legit and I strongly recommends them.

The guys at Japan Car Direct are awesome. Super helpful and Quick to respond, they made the vehicle import process quite simple. I had zero knowledge or experience of importing a vehicle before reaching out to Matt. I am so grateful for everyone at Japan Car Direct and I’m so happy with my new Delica!

A must for exporting cars from Japan. I've exported various models with these guys now and they have been exactly how we wanted them with no underlying issues or surprises when they arrive.Very pleased and will continue to use these guys in the future!

First time importing and their services were great! No nonsense guys, quick responses, the car arrived as described. Passed out of country inspection with flying colours, just needed to put new tires on it. I have pre-selected two cars and I won my first choice Toyota Corolla Spacio right at the bidding limit. Some tips: Make sure they do an inspection, its not in-depth but will definitely show red flags. Select a low mileage car if possible. Avoid heavy rust and oil leaks.

This is as good as no-sight car buying can get and I 100% recommend using these guys. Take your time, work with them, and you'll get exactly what you want. I was in the market for a Skyline and told Yoshiro what I was looking for ('98 or older, RWD, no rust, no accidents). He asked a few questions to gauge how much I cared about different aspects. I sent them the deposit and got started. From there I used their auction database to find cars I was interested in and I spent about a month looking at different auctions. Many times Yoshiro would discover something about the car I wouldn't have caught that made it a no-go, and his honesty probably saved me from a few lemons. Eventually this R34 closed without meeting reserve, and Yoshiro guided me through the negotiations process (which I was completely unfamiliar with). You only need 1 bank transfer to pay the rest of the fees which simplifies things. After that was done he got the car moved to the shipping yard. This was during peak covid, so of course there were tons of delays getting it onto a ship. Yoshiro provided regular updates, and once it was loaded he immediately sent me all the relevant documents and helped me find a broker to transport it from the port to my house. I'm extremely happy with the car and am super grateful that I had the help I did from the JCD guys to get it. It was honestly way simpler and easier than I thought it was going to be, and I almost prefer it to buying from dealerships!

I had a great experience with Japan Car Direct, an auction broker and car exporter that helped me find and import a Kei truck from Japan. Communication was great throughout the whole process. They were very responsive and answered all of my questions, no matter how dumb they seemed. They took time to explain the entire process, from bidding to shipping, and made it very easy and stress free. I am very happy with their service and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and professional company to import a car from Japan. Thank you, Taylor and Japan Car Direct!

Fantastic experience bidding and buying a 1994 Honda Acty Van. Mason van Dyk was an excellent ally through the entire process. I was very nervous conducting business with a company in another country but they made the entire process painless. I highly recommend paying for the inspection before you bid and be sure to take a look at the time change so you can get the report in time before the auction starts. Thank you for being honest and fair in your dealings with me.

First time importing and their services were great! No nonsense guys, quick responses, the car arrived as described. Passed out of country inspection with flying colours, just needed to put new tires on it. I have pre-selected two cars and I won my first choice right at the bidding limit. Some tips: Make sure they do an inspection, its not in-depth but will definitely show red flags. Select a low mileage car if possible. Avoid heavy rust and oil leaks.

I found JCD very helpful, friendly and professional. As a first time importer they where patient and informative Excellent service all round.

From start to finish Japan Car direct have been excellent.Every step of the way I was informed of what was going on and the service is outstanding.I have been back many times and highly recommend them!

IF YOU ARE OVERLY CAUTIOUS READ THISI am over the top and I am aware of it. Matthew probably should get an award for dealing with me. I dig into everything and am used to fighting for fairness at auto auctions here in the USA - we own a small dealership. Early into my fist purchase (of many) Matthew earned my trust. He’s a rare breed: a true professional and exceptional at what he does. The world NEEDS more like him in every industry. Matthew is one of our most valued partners now, as we strive to bring JDM to Rochester and the Great Lakes. I’m a tough case, I openly admit, but he worked through my caution and I’m now very happy to purchase through him. Call me if you want, I’ll recommend Matthew to anyone.Drew

I was considering importing a vehicle into Canada from Japan for a while and explored a few different companies but ultimately ended up going with JCD because of their exemplary customer service and I was not disappointed with my decision.I sent JCD about 100 emails (no lie, I wanted to be absolutely sure about the process and everything and they answered most of them prior to me committing to buy a car through them) and they responded to every single one of my questions.The purchasing process was easy and I ended up getting a nice little Mercedes for the summer. Even after JCD had finished their business with me and I was working with an importer they recommended (who was also a pleasure to work with) and I had a couple of outstanding questions they again answered me promptly, honestly and, most importantly, knowledgeably.These guys bid in the auction for you and have a mechanic inspect the car (optional for a small fee) so you know exactly what you're getting. The car I got was exactly as described to me, no surprises and had it on the road almost immediately. If you check out a lot of the other japanese exporters who have selection of cars to choose from and check the auction sheets which are often posted it's easy to see that they are trying to sell crappy cars (typically they are rated R for repaired).I cannot recommend JCD enough and I think I'll probably get my next 'daily driver' through them as well. The process was easy, they were knowledgeable and, most importantly, I got a great deal on a car.

Japan Car Direct helped me find my dream car. We found a great deal on an ST205. Yoshiro was fantastic and super responsive and patient with all of my questions. They made navigating the import process a breeze. This is a reputable company. I highly recommend them if you’re interested in importing your very own JDM.

Matthew at JCD is the man. I’ve now imported three of my own cars through him. JCD was able to accommodate my unique needs, everything from short turn around inspections, expert opinions on bidding, arranging quick turn shipping, and handling of docs. I have no reservations sending more tens of thousands of dollars for future imports. At the end of the day, they really wanted to make me a happy customer.

A must for exporting cars from Japan. I've exported various models with these guys now and they have been exactly how we wanted them with no underlying issues or surprises when they arrive.Very pleased and will continue to use these guys in the future!

This is my second vehicle that Mike at Japan Car Direct has helped me import to the U.S. and the third I have been involved with. Impeccable service and if you do your homework and get the inspections on the vehicles you are interested in, you can get some great deals in Japan. The last vehicle took 1 month to arrive and 3 days to clear customs. I could not be happier with the car.

I had been searching for someone to purchase a car through for about 3months before I found these guys. These guys should be your only consideration when buying from japan. They are the only group I can say I had no red flags with. I worked with Matt, and he couldn’t have been more helpful. The process was made so easy I’m thinking about my next purchase. I was able to find my 1 owner Supra at an amazing price one day before the auction and began to panic because I thought I wasn’t able to get in touch that fast to coordinate the bid. But I was wrong and he was able to get right in there and get it. All estimated wait times were accurate, and was pointed in the right direction for every piece I needed after the car was shipped out. He was able to provide a go to for it all. Making this almost as easy as an Amazon purchase. It’s kinda unreal that you can just buy a car from Japan this easily, but these guys made it happen. Thanks again.

A great experience for my first time importing a car from Japan. Mike’s customer service was second to none and all the paperwork was in order.

After doing a bit of research I settled on using JCD to bid at the Japanese auctions for me and to facilitate the import of my dream car into Australia. Whenever I saw a car of interest, Mason would normally reply within an hour with a short video translating the Japanese auction sheet and additional info he had. They also organised additional inspections and photos at your request before you bid. Once I placed a winning bid, they used a partner shipping company (Dolphin shipping) and transferred all the info to them. From there the shipping company had a few extra questions and shipped my car and sent me an invoice for their services just before the car landed in AUS. These guys are very accessible, friendly and do a great job. Highly recommend. Thanks Mason for a job well done!

Awesome experience, I can’t wait to purchase the next Japanese gem! Japan Car Direct helped me through the entire process and I couldn’t be happier with my new truck!

A truck to stand out in the crowd. People surround me with questions and excitement everywhere I go. Go from hauling 900lbs in the bed off-road, give it a quick bath, and off to a collector car show. I couldn't be happier. Yoshi was amazing to work with and even though I had a million questions about the importation process, he walked me through everything. J.C.D. is one of the best and most honest importers to serve the U.S. They will always be my go-to importer and I will be doing business with them for years to come.

Do yourself a favor, call Mathew at Japan Car Direct. Let him take the worry about doing business over seas off your plate. Not knowing anything about importing vehicles from Japan, I spent countless hours studying and trying to figure it all out. The headaches were too much! After Mathew walked me through the process it was a piece of cake. We've already bought a couple and are now buying more with complete confidence. Thanks guys, much much appreciated.

I purchased three vehicles from auction with Matt, he made it extremely easy and was available whenever I needed him throughout the entire importing process. This is not the last time I will be dealing with them. I plan to order more vehicles in the near future! If your looking for a trustworthy company to order vehicles through I highly recommend JCD!

Bought a Toyota Hiace with the help of Yoshiro. He was fantastic! I will never buy another vehicle from Japan without using this company. I would encourage anyone to use them. There were several vans I inquired about and Yoshiro said there was too much rust and wasn’t good vehicle. He actually looks out for his customers and isn’t looking for a quick sale.

I just picked up my dream campervan from port and have to say that Japan car direct was with me the entire way. I felt so supported all my questions were answered and I could not imagine doing something like this without them. I highly recommend the whole team, trust them and would encourage anyone to use there services.

As a business owner myself I strive to reach the highest level of customer satisfaction and it is a great pleasure to work with a business that shares similar goals. This is THE only place to go when importing a vehicle and at no point did I ever feel uncomfortable sending thousands of dollars to them via PayPal. The process is very straight forward and after it's all said and done you know exactly what you are getting before you receive it. Down to every last nut and bolt, the vehicle you are receiving is exactly what you ordered.

Fantastic service, helped me through the process of importing my JZX100 to the UK, Everything was clear and fees were low, worth every penny though, fantastic and couldn't have asked for more!

The whole crew at JCD is awesome. Everything went just as they told me it would and on the time line expected. Thanks JCD!

I'd been looking to buy an RF series Honda Stepwagon to convert into a mini camper for a while but the UK prices always seemed too high. I had joined a few JDM import sites to get an idea of auction prices and costs (including Japan Car Direct) but just couldn't bring myself to take the next step, it seemed such a risk ! Finally after reading so many good reviews for JCD (and Mathew in particular) I took the plunge and contacted Mathew. After he answered my many questions regarding costs, fees etc I felt confident enough to pay the deposit and start hunting the Japanese auctions for my Steppy. My budget for the Steppy was pretty low (pathetic even !) but I felt Mat still put the same effort into replying to my questions and queries as he would have done if my budget had been into the tens of thousands. The result was I now have a very tidy Stepwagon with lower mileage than any vehicle I've ever owned, I've paid far less for it then I would have done buying in the UK and I've got a bigger budget now for the camper conversion. I wouldn't hesitate to buy through them again, and hope to do so soon.

Mathew was great to work with and made the process smooth through explanations and doing lots of research. If you are looking at buying a mini-truck I highly recommend these guys. They know the product well, know the auctions system in Japan, and are a good representative of you as the buyer in the process, AND, throughout the whole process, stay in touch, work very hard finding just the right truck, and answer every question you or could ever come up with. Very trustworthy service.

My relationship with Japan car direct has been smooth and fast growing. We have helped our customers, friends and colleagues get their dream cars particularly here in Kenya.The latest Premio car that we have shipped in Kenya is one of the cars that everyone admires to have due to its immaculate features.Japan car direct has been and will remain the trusted and cheaper option to realize your dream car.Please get in touch with us at japan car direct. hurry while stocks last, we deliver at your convenient and value for your hard earned money/savings.

I fell down the rabbit hole of Kei trucks... I really wanted one but had never imported a car before. Mike and the rest of the team at Japan Car Direct were the perfect choice for this beginner's journey! As you begin your process Mike will be there to answer any questions and provide any translations of auction cars that interest you. He explained the overall process and was patient and courteous. He even recommended a U.S. broker that helped me complete all the necessary paperwork for title and registration of the vehicle in the U.S. I had an overall great experience and highly recommend this company for any Japanese car import needs. Kei is the way!

Mathew was extremely patient with me from start to finish, during a time when COVID backlogs and the Suez canal blockage happened - can only imagine this being mega stressful from your side!Super efficient, direct and no fuss, I've already recommended JCD to friends and will definitely be back in the future.

Mike and the team helped me import a classic Range Rover p38 for a restoration project. I couldn’t be happier with the personalised service and secure atmosphere. Andrew

Since a kid the FD RX7 has always been a dream car but i didn't pursue it till i graduated high school but the prices just for the shell over here in california was over 15k!! I kept looking around until I decided i would just import one. I found JCD while looking for the top 5 importers you could trust and they stood out more than all the other ones, and for a couple months of more research on their page until I ultimately decided I would go through them. Although this was my first time getting a car from Japan and having an endless amount questions spanning a couple hundred emails until it would freeze up and i had to make a new email thread .. Mathew always answered every question and helped me though every step. I didn't have all the funds in the beginning but they were very patient with it until i was fully ready, then after a month of having Matt give his thought on some of the FDs i was looking at we finally won the auction for a 94 Efini type R Fd3s. As we picked it up from Long Beach till the drive home I couldn't believe that it was here and soo much better just looking at the picture but i defiantly would recommend JCD to anyone looking to import their dream car too and and want to thank matt and the whole team with getting me my RX7.

We have bought many cars from Japan through Mathew and JCD. Always been honest, upfront and fair. Will always recommend highly!

I always wanted a Land Cruiser ! Mathew helped me find 2 beautiful trucks from the Japanese auction. Had them delivered to Freeport, TX last week. He was amazing to work with. Fast response time on bids, super easy to work with, he has a lot of experience and answered all questions promptly. Will be working with JCD more in the future to purchase more vehicles !

Good experience throughout the entire process. They had the patience to help me find what I was looking for, when it arrived it was in great condition as I expected it to be via the inspections and information provided.

These guys are great, I could not imagine doing this without them! Mike Nguyen is awesome, very friendly and professional. Thanks JCD!!!

My truck had been stolen and Matt was helping me bid on mini-trucks to replace it. Of course once we started bidding the truck was recovered, but Matt was upfront and very helpful both getting into and out of our auction based relationship. I would not hesitate to work with JCD again!

I have never dealt with a better company. These guys are outstanding and really know the business of exporting vehicles. I imported a car to Ireland and it was a joyous experience with JCD. Mike was so patient and responsive to every query and did a super job. Despite me changing my mind a few times and requesting many translations, he never complained. Mathew fought my corner right at the end of the process to make sure everything was right and his knowledge of the Irish system was really impressive given the geographical distances. If anyone in Ireland is looking to import a vehicle from Japan I highly recommend Japan Car Direct.

IF YOU ARE OVERLY CAUTIOUS READ THISI am over the top and I am aware of it. Matthew probably should get an award for dealing with me. I dig into everything and am used to fighting for fairness at auto auctions here in the USA - we own a small dealership. Early into my fist purchase (of many) Matthew earned my trust. He’s a rare breed: a true professional and exceptional at what he does. The world NEEDS more like him in every industry. Matthew is one of our most valued partners now, as we strive to bring JDM to Rochester and the Great Lakes. I’m a tough case, I openly admit, but he worked through my caution and I’m now very happy to purchase through him. Call me if you want, I’ll recommend Matthew to anyone.Drew

Just purchased my second car through Japan Car Direct. Could not be more pleased with their customer service. Matt went above and beyond to help me find the right car. Translating countless auction sheets, messaging sellers, requesting vehicle inspections, putting up with me and my requests well after his time in the office, etc. I can happily and honestly say that I would recommend this company to anyone looking to purchase a car from Japan and that you will not be dissappinted. Very kind, helpful and professional. Can’t wait for vehicle number 3.

My experience with Japan Car Direct was flawless. From finding the right vehicle to payment and delivery, everything was a breeze. This was my first foreign import and I was impressed with how communicative and efficient the team was. Yoshiro was very helpful in guiding me through the process and being patient with me throughout. The only thing I would mention is that have the spare key couriered separately as one of my key fobs went missing during shipment. Cost me a bit to replace and reprogram; but not the end of the world. Just flagging as good practice for anyone thinking of buying a vehicle for import. Otherwise, would highly recommend Japan Car Direct and would use them again and again.

I had an excellent experience working with Matthew at Japan Car Direct. I was a first time auction buyer and importer to the United States. Mathew walked me through every step and pointed me to all the right resources both online and here in the United States to complete the import process successfully. Communication wise prompt and helpful, as well as convenient. his insight into the auction process including the vehicle inspection was especially helpful. I ultimately ended up with exactly what I was looking for within budget. I would work with Japan Car Direct again and recommend them to anyone.

Just finished successfully importing my first JDM vehicle with the help of Mike and japan car direct and I am really impressed with the help and professionalism. Buying and importing a car is not like walking into a dealer and handing over money. There are a lot of regulations and processes that need to be taken car of and I am glad I chose the experts at JCD to get me through the process. The translations of auction sheets were really helpful and they answered so many questions from me that helped me understand the grade ratings, condition of cars and get exactly what I wanted. On port day, when I was at the Customs office waiting to get my paperwork stamped, I saw others in front of me find out they didn't have the right paperwork or didn't file things correctly and could never register their car and I was so glad, I had all my documentation from JCD and it was all done right. Saving up for my next JDM bucket list car to buy from JCD!

Great guys to do business with! Have been doing business with them for 8 months now and it has been fantastic!

Discovered KEI vehicles about a year ago and spent many hours searching the internet in hopes of finding an affordable van state side, to no avail. That is until I sent a message to Mathew at JCD. He was quick to respond, answered way too many of my silly questions, and worked diligently to find the right van for me. He is thorough, clear, and timely. Made the process simple and enjoyable. I am more than excited to work with him again. I highly recommend the service these gentlemen provide.

I worked with Mathew at JCD. I was apprehensive about trusting a company I was not familiar with my money, but Mathew was very patient. He remained professional, helpful, and responsive through the whole process, regardless of how many questions I asked or how scrutinous I was.Thanks a lot, JCD!

Mathew was super helpful if helping me get more info and bid on cars I was interested in.

After an initial inquiry several years ago, I still wanted to get a Japanese Delica or Hiace. Matthew was immediately in contact and helped with all the details. His videos were perfect for my search. Matthew was able to answer all of my questions and my wife and I were able to make decisions based on the great information he provided. I would recommend Japan Car Direct to anyone interested in getting the right car at the best price.

Super happy with the car it’s in great condition. thanks for the help Mason and JCD

5 star experience from start to finish. Transparent and easy process, and Mat was very patient to answer plenty of questions I had during the purchase! Can’t wait to do it again because the Japanese cars from this era are pure automotive art and these guys hold the keys to the museum!