K. Scott

By: Japan Car Direct
4
Dec
Hey Mike!
I brought it home tonight. The longshore worker that drove it out to me said it is the nicest one he has ever seen. It runs well and looks great. There were some dents that didn’t show up well in the pictures, but a few hundred at a body shop and it will be in showroom condition.
Thanks again for your help. I’ll be back again. I want a Honda Beat in the future followed by a Daihatsu Copen in a few years when they hit 25.
K. Scott
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						Dealing with Japan Car Direct was overall a very good experience. Their service was personable and efficient. Yoshira was patient with my many requests for information and translations. The vehicle purchased was as described in most respects. My only disappointment was that the auction inspector missed reporting an oil leak. Otherwise my rating would be 5 star. I would definitely consider using their services again.			
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Don Federspiel		2020-04-19
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						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.			
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Alex Cochran		2021-04-19
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						I highly recommend going with Japan Car Direct, I was a first time importer and Yoshiro at JCD made it all effortless for me. He always was very quick to respond to any of my questions. He was honest and gave me good advice on a few campers that came up before I won the one I did and I'm glad he did. I ended up winning the one I wanted the most! I had nothing but a good experience with JCD and will definitely go through them again if I ever import another car.			
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bobby Isuzu		2021-04-19
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						Great first-time experience buying though JCD. Took several weeks to find what i was looking for, nevertheless Mathew stayed super helpful and responsive all that time. No single message was left without reply. Payment and delivery went fast and smooth. Great deal for me was an ability to transfer to a european bank acount. Can highly recommend JCD to anyone looking to buy in the local Japanese market. Thank you			
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Denis D.		2024-03-19
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						Japan Cars Direct is a well run business! Our consultant, Yoshi, was extremely competent and helped us find the best GT-R for the money. He worked with us through the entire purchase and importation process. All very smooth and transparent. I would recommend them for any Japanese Domestic Market purchase. Thanks Yoshi!			
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Timothy Vail		2023-04-19
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						This was my first time ever purchasing vehicles from Japan. Mathew was recommend to me by a friend and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone else. Besides Mathews outstanding work, the whole process was as smooth as it could have been. Mathew is super knowledgeable on exporting vehicles as well as what comes through the auction. You can rest easy when using JCD as your team for JDM exports. I will continue to use them as I may or may not have a problem with constantly wanting new cars....=D			
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Jonathan Wells		2022-04-19
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						We have bought many cars from Japan through Mathew and JCD. Always been honest, upfront and fair. Will always recommend highly!			
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Christopher Ashby		2023-04-19
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						First time importing and these guys were awesome! Smooth from start to finish. A little too smooth… might need to look for another car!			
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Matt May		2023-11-19
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						They've somehow made what was expected to be complicated, so simple. I got all the info I needed and imported my first JDM car without a single problem. Matthew was super fast to respond and always had an answer.			
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Elliott Riggen		2019-04-19
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						This is a class act, top of the line company. I was set to buy a kei truck through them but some life events happened and they happily refunded me my deposit. I will definitely be returning as a customer in the near future! Thank you for the genuine care!			
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William Greenberg		2023-11-19
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						Thanks to Mat and the crew at Japan Car Direct who got me a 94 Mitsuoka Viewt through a dealer. This was my first car from Japan, it was dedinitely easier than expected. I plan to buy another car in about a year			
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Todd Fitch		2020-04-19
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						I am writing this after being able to see my car for the first time today thanks to the guys at JCD, specifically Mike. I am still amazed at how easy and smooth the process has been start to finish. This was my first time importing a car and Mike was excellent in answering all my questions when it came to all the steps of how things work and the timeline in which it takes to receive the car. Mike was super quick to respond with translations of the car and in the end no detail was missed, the car arrived exactly how I expected it to. Overall could not be happier with my experience, big thank you Mike and I look forward to using JCD again some time in the near future.			
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vin wish		2023-08-19
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						Wouldn't recommend anyone else! I have been dealing with Taylor for over a month now and have imported multiple cars from Toyota aristo's, laurels and Spirit R RX7s. Taylor and the team at JCD make the process very easy. If you want the best service and a very easy to talk to outgoing exporter then Taylor is your guy! 🤙 Onwards and upwards. Will be importing many more cars through JCD.			
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H Ambrose		2021-04-19
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						Excellent experience with Japan Car Direct. Worked with Yoshiro over the span of several months and could not have been easier. Always responsive, professional, and communicative. Removed all the guesswork out of the process and got me a good price at auction. Highly recommended!			
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Casey Schaeffer		2023-12-19
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						Great guys to do business with! Have been doing business with them for 8 months now and it has been fantastic!			
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Sam Thomas		2018-04-19
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						Awesome experience working with the guys at Japan Car Direct, I was looking to find a specific spec J90 Land Cruiser Prado (2 door, black, low milage) and managed to locate one at a used car dealer in Japan. Mason helped every step of the way to coordinate with the dealer, make the deal, transport the car to the port, coordinate with the port staff to store the Prado till it turned 25 years on the month (had to sit at the port a couple months), and then finally have the Prado cleaned before it was loaded on the boat. Lots of pictures always accompanied updates and any questions I had were answered with no problems. Everything was super easy and zero stress. Definitely will be using these guys again in the future!			
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Jacob Quick		2023-04-19
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						Can not recommend these guys enough. I dealt with Matt, who was extremely helpful and patient with all of my stupid questions. The way they have the whole process is so convenient, especially with the live video translations of the auction sheets. I will absolutely be returning to them in the future.			
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Seaver Brown		2021-04-19
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						I purchased a 1994 4wd Suzuki Carry Kei truck through JCD. Yoshi helped me during the process and after nearly 3 months and over 100 emails back and forth between questions and translations of auction sheets I finally decided on a truck. I've now had it for nearly a month and couldn't be happier with the purchase. They are extremely promt with responses and answered all questions I had. Being completely new at the importing process I never felt uneasy with my decision. If I ever decide to import another vehicle I will definitely use them again.			
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brandon spaur		2021-04-19
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						Based in Europe and the first time importing a car from Japan. Did my research and decided on Japan Car Direct as an agent due to their operations setup and the amount of pre-information available on their website and other resources. I knew the car I wanted and contacted them via email. I was contacted by Mike and he agreed to a call and took his time to explain all the answers to all my questions. He was extremely patient as I was changing my mind often and has loads of questions yet he did not stop keeping up the amazing customer service. I finally got a car and shipped safely with no surprises along the way. As a bonus the car was 100% as described and very happy.			
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Hawk Tsar		2023-04-19
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						Very pleased with my experience with JCD. Mat helped me with my purchase of a Honda Beat and its shipping to the port of Baltimore. Everything was seamless and I would (and already have) recommended this company to several friends.			
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Justin Marvel		2021-04-19
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						Mike and the gang were great! Everything went smoothly. I really appreciated the concern they had to make sure I knew what I was getting. They were able to accommodate my request to have some wheels put on before it shipped.			
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Jeff Lintz		2023-04-19
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						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.			
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Sean Eversfield		2023-06-19
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						Like Drew, I too can be a difficult customer, as well as a skeptic, but I must say that Matt was truly fantastic and patient with me. He found a Honda Kei truck that is perfect for what we needed for our business. Matt guided me through the import process, answered all my stupid questions, and also put me in touch with other professionals to help guide me through customs. I’m going to recommend someone else from JCD to assist customers in buying a vehicle, because I am selfish and want more of Matt’s time to help me with my next vehicle I plan to purchase through JCD. Yes, they’re that good. Thanks for the great experience!			
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David Angsten		2022-04-19
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						Had a terrific first time experience with Japan Car Direct thanks to Matt Matusiak. Any questions I had, Matt answered promptly and with excellent communication. He walked me through the entire process and kept me in the loop of every move. I purchased a 2003 Suzuki Carry and am very happy with it. Picked it up with zero problems, the broker that Matt suggested I use was top notch. Wouldn’t hesitate to do business again and highly recommend to anyone looking. 5 stars all around! Thanks Matt, Bill Allan.			
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Denise Allan		2022-04-19
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						Super happy with the car it’s in great condition. thanks for the help Mason and JCD			
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Sammy Stevo		2024-02-19
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						Great dependable business! Highly recommended! Thank you Mathew for all your hard work!			
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Dmitri Gordei		2022-04-19
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						Scott was very helpful and knowledgeable throughout the whole process of importing three vehicles into the US. Was blown away with how fast Scott responded every time I emailed him! Everything went smooth and I have no complaints what so ever!			
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Willy Walderbeast		2017-04-19
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						Juste Parfait. Une vraie équipe de professionnelle extrêmement sérieuse. C’était mon premier import, et tout c'est passé à merveille avec l'aide de Yoshiro. Je repasserai par leur service les yeux fermés pour un prochain import, vous pouvez leur faire entièrement confiance.			
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Aurelien DAMIEN		2023-07-19
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						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!			
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Anna Tedesco		2024-01-24
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						This is my first time importing a vehicle from Japan. Yoshi has been very helpful and responsive. The process has been explained clearly on their website and Yoshi guided me in all the steps. Very Happy doing it with them.			
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sandesh m.s		2023-09-19
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						My experience dealing with Japan Car Direct was excellent. I've bought several cars from Japan through different brokers and Scott Bower at JCD provided the best buying process by far. Always patient and helpful with questions, I've recommended Scott and Japan Car Direct to several people interested in buying a unique vehicle through the Japan auctions.			
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Craig S		2017-04-19
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witold k		2017-04-19
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						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.			
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Margaret Sloan		2018-04-19
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						Car delivered exceeding my expectation.Mason Patiently guide through the process.JCD is Legit and I strongly recommends them.			
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who wong		2023-12-19
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						A big thanks to yoshiro at japan car direct who helped me source a nissan elgrand from auction. i found the whole experience simplified due to yoshiros patience and wealth of knowledge every question i asked was answered promptly and honestly. this is the first car I've imported and would recommend going with these guys . youl be pleasantly surprised how simple they make it .thanks again yoshiro Stephen reid			
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Stephen Reid		2021-04-19
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						Excellent service from beginning to end. I registered over the new year holidays and received an automatic out of office response and also still received personal response indicating when auctions resumed. The process takes doing your own due diligence to study the cars you want but the guys at JCD will assist where they can as well.			
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Mike Witting		2020-04-19
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						Looking to replace an old Toyota Pickup, I was interested in a smaller truck with better gas mileage, and that would be more fun to drive. Kei Trucks and Japan Car Direct to the rescue ! Yoshiro and crew at JCD made finding, buying, and shipping a great Honda Acty truck so easy. They also went the extra mile (1.6km) for me in tracking down some additional paperwork I needed. I can sincerely recommend working with Japan Car Direct - they really are passionate about what they do.			
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Jeremy Lutes		2021-04-19
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						I had a great experience with Japan Car Direct. Matt helped answer all my questions and guide me thru the process successfully. Buying a car sight unseen can be stressful - especially when that car is in another country, but they made it a comfortable, easy experience. 10/10 would import another vehicle with them in the future.			
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Jake Metz		2022-04-19
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						Many thanks to Matt at JCD for helping me with my kei import! I couldn`t be happier with it and am looking forward to the next one! Merry Christmas.			
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Marty Reba		2023-04-19
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						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!			
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dylan christner		2021-04-19
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						Always friendly and helpful. Never too much of a issue to help out even if it is the middle of the night. Recommended fully			
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Mafew Hunt		2017-04-19
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						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.			
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Dale Ficken		2023-07-19
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						Thanks to JapanCarDirect for the opportunity, Yoshi took well care of my requests with a incomparable patience and fast follow up. Will definitely pass the word around !!! 👌🇨🇦🇯🇵			
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OG RAYMOND		2021-04-19
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						Just drove my Japanese market 1991 Mercedes 300d to work for first time. Picked up from the dock last week and the car started right up. It runs quiet, is clean and was obviously well taken care of. I checked blowby via oil filter cap, and the compression seems very good for this diesel. Scott made the process of sorting through and deciding on this car easy and enjoyable. He helped steer me away from what might have been some poorer choices (check the auction sheets!) and we finally found the right car. If looking for a quality used car, the Japanese domestic market has superior stock to choose from (the Mercedes I got, like many European cars there is even LHD). Scott is the guy to get you in to that market - very easy to talk to and quick in responding to queries.			
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Nick r		2017-04-19
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						This group, and specifically Yoshiro, have always gone above and beyond in helping me to navigate the significant inventory of cars. I have learned so much from the information they provide. Just an incredibly responsive, patient, knowledgeable and helpful group of professionals. First vehicle received was super clean and mechanically sound.			
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Randy Noble		2023-04-19
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						My Importing experience with Japan Car Direct was unbelievably smooth. What I feared would be a complex process became far simpler than ever imagined. From the very beginning I worked with Mathew, who provided excellent communication. I always felt informed on all costs and the vehicle’s condition. My van has arrived in the US and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you for all the help! I hope to work with JCD again soon.			
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Alec Anglum		2020-04-19
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						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!			
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Ross C		2020-04-19
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						Mike Nguyen with JCD was great to work with and very patient since this was my first time looking for a RHD import. I would gladly recommend them to anyone that has questions or is looking for a great import.			
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Scott Wallace		2023-04-19
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						Mathew and the team are amazing. Bought my first Porsche in Japan and they have helped me all the way through. They are competent and honest people, will definitely be doing more business with them. Thanks guys!			
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Dami Eugi		2019-04-19
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						This is my first time importing a vehicles from Japan. Mike has been very helpful and responsive. The process has been trouble free. Will definitely do business with them again. Highly recommended!			
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Abner Juco		2023-06-19
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						If you are looking for a JDM vehicle, there is only one company you should work with. JCD. Without a doubt the best customer service, and your best option for securing the vehicle of your dreams.			
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Darragh O'Carroll MD		2023-12-19
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						Mike helped me with purchasing and importing my first JDM car (JZX100 Chaser). Throughout the entire process, Mike was extremely professional and I really appreciated his availability to answering all my questions/requests. Despite the numerous amount of questions I had (I am an extremely anxious person), responses from JCD were always concise and carried a very professional tone which I particularly appreciated and I think is very representative of working with a Japanese vs US-based company for importing. Initially, I was split between using JCD versus a US-based importer (like The Import Guys). But after considering the material difference in pricing, especially given the JPY FX rate, I thought I'd go with JCD given they are based in Japan and I figured paperwork and communication between them and other local entities in Japan would be easier. Sure enough, no regrets! Everything went extremely smoothly after winning my bid, I was essentially hands off when it came to getting the car out of Japan. The only clarification I'd provide to other potential customers is just recognizing that JCD provides all services up until the car is on the boat, then its on you to coordinate with a customs broker and shipping company to have the car clear US customs and get released. All in all, JCD really handled all the paperwork needed and I couldn't have imagined a more simple importing process. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again!			
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Michael Tan		2024-01-19
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						この上なく素晴らしいです！！ カナダで車を探していた時にこの会社をネットで見つけました。正直、大変なんだろうな〜と思っていましたが 手続き本当に最低限で、楽々の輸入でした。 しかもカナダで中古車を買うより圧倒的に安く、綺麗で、走行距離も少ないです。 やりとりから何から全て楽しく、貴重な体験をさせていたただきました。 カナダでこの車と沢山走ります！ そしてまた次回、、よろしくお願いします！			
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Saki Ikeda		2023-09-19
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						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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chris casali		2020-04-19
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						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.			
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Michael Jones		2022-04-19
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						Without a doubt the best customer service, and the car was pretty good too! From the first conversation with Mike Nguyen I knew I had found the right person and company to help me bring a car to the UK. If you are reading this and have any concern about buying from Japan don’t, they are definitely the partner you want. Mike was helpful beyond fault with the many video reports he sent, each as cheerful and informative the last, he patiently and politely answered every email instantly and question I had along with my concern about sending money. I need not have worried. JDC seamlessly handled everything including at the UK end by hooking me up with an import company who charged a fair price for off loading the car and getting it through customs and it was there ready at the agreed pick up time. I cannot convey how impressed I was with everyone and am just about to buy another car as I love the car and the service. There is a reason they have so many 5 star reviews. Don’t hesitate in using them. You’ve found the best team for your adventure into buying a car from Japan.			
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linda winslet		2023-11-19
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						I used Japan Car Direct to bid and win a Daihatsu HiJet Cargo. Mason was my point of contact and was brilliant in guiding me through the process, detailing how to make the initial deposit to allow bidding, detailing the auction costs and shipping costs, so that I could work out a budget. The platform for searching vehicles that are coming to auction was easy to use, and Mason was very helpful in explaining all the vehicle description codes and provided a really useful review for individual vehicles that I short listed, and then arranged for the vehicle to be independently inspected prior to bidding. Payment on my winning vehicle was straight forward by BACs to Japan Car Direct and then Mason took care of arranging shipping, and sending through the bill of lading and other documents. Once the vehicle arrived at the JCD yard I received very comprehensive photos. Shipping took about 7 weeks from Japan to Newcastle in the UK, and the vehicle arrived safely in perfect condition. I used RJJ Freight for customs clearance, which made the process of getting the vehicle into the UK stress free.			
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Iain Hannah		2024-04-20
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						I’ve had the pleasure of dealing with Scott and Japan Car Direct for almost 10 years now. I already owned a kei truck when I found JCD but was looking for an honest and reliable way to source new and used OEM parts from Japan. Scott and JCD was the way to go! He has always been there to take an email or skype call to answer any question I may have. Provides translations and offers plenty of advice from sourcing parts to different shipping options. I’ve been able to import OEM kei truck parts for far less than buying aftermarket parts from a handful of dealers here in the US. With EMS shipping, I’ve had parts in as quick as 3 days. Thanks for all of your patience and help over the years Scott!			
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Jamie Medley		2021-04-19
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						Working with JCD, specifically Yoshiro, has been a thoroughly pleasant experience from start to finish. They were able to answer all my myriad of ever expanding questions regarding not only the purchase process but intermediate shipping, receiving. Once I had decided on the vehicle itself they were quite helpful with specific details pertaining to the particular model I was after, spotting problems and subtle differences in options which I likely would have overlooked being new to the process and vehicles. The one hang-up with shipping which occurred was handled quickly, professionally and fairly leaving me feeling very confident in using this company again for my next importation. All told putting my trust and money in someone half way around the world and then hoping I would actually receive what was agreed upon was daunting to say the least. JCD made the entire process as transparent as possible and were responsive and attentive to questions and changes in schedule general plans, I would and have recommended them to friends for importation needs.			
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K		2022-04-19
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						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.			
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Joel Mason		2024-03-09
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						Dealt with Yoshiro from start to finish. He was great. Got an accurate estimate of how much it would cost to get a car imported where other companies were quoting a ridiculous amount. Final cost came out pretty much spot on. Yoshiro dealt with my queries very quickly and helped resolve any issues. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to use their services.			
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Alban Haziri		2023-07-19
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						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.			
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Brewer Patriot		2022-04-19
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						In a time were lots of exporters are trying to make a quick dollar and sell you a rusty car, Japan Car Direct looks out for you and makes sure you find a vehicle that you will be happy with. Both Andrew and Matthew were patient with me as I searched for my dream FD. They told me what to look for on the auction sheets and helped me spot some issues and let me know when to avoid a car. Their experience in exportation is unmatched and transparent every step of the way. I will defiantly be coming back for my next import, their service can not be matched!			
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Sebastian Kurpiel		2022-04-19
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						I personally worked with Mathew from Japan Car Direct and he was awesome! He always responded and answer any questions I had, just keep in mind that you will get your response in the middle of the night due to the time difference. They walk you through every step until you drive your vehicle away. Period....Planning to use them again very soon!			
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Ryan Schaffer		2019-04-19
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						Mathew was great to work with and made what could be a scary daunting experience very easy. I am super happy with my car and am sure I will be importing with them again!			
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Kayla D'Ambrosi		2019-04-19
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						I just wanna thank Matthew and the whole team at Japan Car Direct, they always went above and beyond in making sure their clients are always happy and informed about the vehicles they are purchasing. I am still in the buying process but so far 5/5 definitely. I’ll keep everyone posted when I do find a car!			
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Mahad Awan		2021-04-19
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						Professional, informative, great communication, easy to work with. Could be reccommended to anyone			
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Dima lancov		2023-04-19
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						I live in Japan and buying a car can be a challenge but Yoshiro at Japan Car Direct really made this an easy process. His patience with me is worth an award alone, hahaha this is a very great and trustworthy company. I will use JCD again and I recommend them to anyone in need of a car. 私は日本に住んでいて、車を買うのは難しいかもしれませんが、Japan CarDirectのYoshiroはこれを本当に簡単なプロセスにしました。彼の私に対する忍耐力は、賞を受賞するだけの価値があります。ハハハ、これは非常に素晴らしく、信頼できる会社です。もう一度JCDを使いますので、車が必要な方にお勧めします。			
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R.		2022-04-19
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						I hunted the internet for a broker I could trust with my money. JDC won and I am so happy I went with them. Matt and Yoshi are great. Matt puts up with a very demanding customer in me, I can certainly take up time. Matt sends me cars from the list I sent him, when I don't have time to check the auction. It is scary how accurate Matt is when I ask him to predict a selling price. He is always very close which sometimes is not fun but he really does know pricing. They have walked we through buying two cars now and have held my hand on both. I really apricate all the time and knowledge. After purchase they have also held my hand through the whole import process which can be daunting for a first timer. I am a dealer and Matt is great at suggesting other cars to import as well. I am very satisfied with my choice			
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John Holmes		2019-04-19
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						I worked with Mat importing an Isuzu MU into the US, and he was extremely helpful every step of the way. Easy to use auction house browsing and reasonable prices for in person inspections.			
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Nick Magness		2021-04-19
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						JCD was a great partner and provided prompt and accurate guidance during the process of importing my car. I highly recommend working with them.			
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Chris Schlee		2020-04-19
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						First time importing a vehicle and Taylor did a great job guiding me the entire way! 5 star service! Excited about my new mini truck!			
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Ryan White		2022-04-19
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						I purchased a JDM 2008 Toyota Prius through Japan Car Direct last year. The export agent, Mason, was easy to work with and made the process predictable and straight forward, so there were no surprises or hidden costs with the car itself and with logistics. The logistics supplier that Mason referred to in Vancouver to import the car into Canada was also very helpful and made the process stress free. Mason went above and beyond just facilitating the transaction and sourced new tires, rims, and accessories for the car that the car needed or that didn't come with the car. This was a big help as these parts and accessories for a 2008 Prius were either unavailable in Canada or would have cost an arm and a leg to purchase through a dealership. I was amazed at how good condition the car was in when it arrived. I picked it up in Vancouver and, right off the boat, drove it over 4000km straight to Ontario to get it home without any mechanical issues along the way.			
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kris clipsham		2024-03-19
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						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!			
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Charles Gross		2021-04-19
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						Mason did a great job helping through the entire process for multiple vehicles. He answered all my questions and was fast with responding. Overall japancardirect did a great job with helping me get my vehicles.			
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Alex Holubowsky		2023-10-19
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						Love these guys! They are fantastic to work with			
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Iconic Classic Motors		2023-04-19
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						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!			
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Mitchell H		2023-10-19
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						It took quite some time to find my dream car and I appreciate Matt for sticking it out. It's quite amazing the amount of detail is on the auction sheet about the condition of the car, so it was very easy to know what condition the cars are in. Of course, the auction sheets wouldn't have been much help if it wasn't for Matt walking me through all the Japanese.			
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Sherry Tsai		2023-04-19
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						After looking through many reviews and scouring Reddit for advice I decided to trust Japan Car Direct for my first JDM import. I could not be happier my decision! They are an awesome company  that guided me through the entire process. If you are wanting to import a vehicle and don’t know who to trust, look no further than Japan Car Direct.			
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Zack S		2023-11-13
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						Amazing support from the team at Japan Car Direct! Mathew and Mason helped me through my first vehicle import from Japan to Canada - Thank you both for assisting me through the import process, I couldn't have done it without you. I've been driving my new vehicle for the past month and I'm absolutely thrilled! I recommend Japan Car Direct to everyone that asks me about my vehicle - and I will definitely import with them again in the future.			
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Shaheen Al-Asadi		2023-04-19
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						We had been looking for a Toyota AE86 for many years, and in late 2022, decided to take the plunge and purchase from Japan a fabulous red over black example. After scoping out a number of agents/importers based in Japan, we settled on Japan Car Direct, and we're very happy that we did! We quickly found that communications with Matt and the Japan Car Direct team were always prompt, insightful and respectful, giving us a feeling of trust in the company. At our request Matt organised a mechanical and general inspection of the car, which was located a few hours north-east of Tokyo. Whilst the mechanic was looking at the car, we were able to do a video call through Matt so we could see the AE86 for ourselves and ask questions of the selling agent live - all beautifully translated by Matt. This gave us a digital first-hand viewing of the car, and was key to us making our final decision to purchase. The subsequent transaction for the purchase itself was a smooth and stress-free operation as we were guided through the process by Japan Car Direct. The entire process, from first communication, to the inspection, the transaction, the shipping process, and to when the car arrived - was all incredibly smooth and trouble-free. As a result of all this good service, we now have a wonderful JDM Toyota AE86 here in Australia. We’d highly recommend Japan Car Direct to anyone seriously thinking about finding and importing a car from Japan. Thanks Japan Car Direct!			
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Xavi Zucco		2023-04-19
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						Bought 1 car so far from Japan car Direct and everything went very smoothly. Yoshiro very helpful and extremely fast to respond			
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Christiaan Burger		2022-04-19
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						As a first-time importer for personal use, I really appreciated Mathew's @ JCD's patience in answering my questions, walking me through the process, and even explaining the paperwork! My minitruck attracts a lot of attention, so I will send folks your way if they are interested in getting their own! (Side note: if importing into the US, particularly Baltimore, I recommend arranging or planning for a steam-cleaning once it gets in, because US CBP/Dept of Ag will likely require one anyways.)			
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Nicholas Myers		2021-04-19
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						As a past employee I can't sing enough praises about JCD all the way to the core. Scott the owner and the entire sales team Matt, Yoshi and Taylor plus the admin staff are all a joy to work with and have helped me every single step of my journey with them. No question was too small and no issue too big for them to deal with. Responses were always prompt and provided in great detail, with a great understanding of what I needed to know and at what time in order to avoid information overload. In such a competitive and fast paced environment they demonstrate a great ability to keep calm and provide the best service to clients all day every day Monday to Saturday from 7am! Whilst I am sad to step away from JCD, it has been a great experience and I will definitely be using them for all my Japanese vehicle purchases in future. If you're looking at getting a car from Japan, then there is no need to look any further. Let JCD guide you through the journey and sit back and enjoy the process! Keep up the fantastic work!!! Andrew			
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A G19		2022-04-19
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						Along with many of the customers here, this was my first time importing a vehicle. Originally, I had contacted a local importer who had great reviews in my area. Long story short, the local importer struggled to move quickly and over the course of around 3 months was unable to close the deal with two vehicles I had intended to make strong offers on. Upset with my experience with the local importer and somewhat discouraged with the entire process I decided to part ways and look into working with Japan Car Direct. At first I was hesitant to do business with a company I had never heard of nor was able to meet with in person. However, Matt soon gave me the assurance that I needed. Being my first import, I had a lot of questions and a lot of concerns with the entire process. Matt was consistently responsive and patient with all of my inquiries and confidently led me through the entire process. From understanding how the auction houses operate, the culture of used vehicle resale in Japan including dealership sales vs auctions, advice on what to look for, and honest feedback on which vehicles to stay away from. I was looking for a very specific and rarely available Land Cruiser and Matt worked with me for over 3 months waiting for the right vehicle to appear at auction. I was very diligent and checking every day for a cruiser to become available. Any cruiser I was interested in, Matt would translate the auction sheet for me and give me his opinion of the vehicle. To my relief, a cruiser finally showed up at auction… However, there was less than 12 hours before the auction would take place. Matt was soon in touch with me and calmly walked me through my options, the bidding process, opinions on what I could expect the vehicle to sell for, and any questions I had along the way. Within that small time frame, not only was he prepared to bid on my behalf, he had also arranged a third party inspection with the auction house to get a second opinion of the vehicle’s condition. After winning the bid, Matt sent me a recording of the entire auction with voice commentary - it was an unexpected detail that brought me closer to the process. I am confident that there is no way my original importer could have pulled this off, and I couldn’t have been happier to have worked with Matt and Japan Car Direct. After the auction, there were no hidden fees or extra charges. Everything was clear from the beginning and transparent through the entire process. I was a very demanding client, and I can’t stress enough how professional and patient Matt was with me as a customer thoughout the extended length of time we searched for the right vehicle. In the end I am extremely satisfied with the experience and as nervous as I was starting the process I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend JCD to anyone reading this, my family, friends, or do business with them again personally in the future. Thanks JCD!			
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Travis M		2023-04-19
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						Great first experience purchasing and importing a kei truck with help from the team at JCD! Yoshi was awesome to work with, he always replied quickly, was available for skype calls, and gave great guidance in selecting a quality vehicles at auction to bid on. The importing process went smoothly and the vehicle exceeded all of my expectations. Big thanks to Yoshi and the JCD team for making my kei truck dream a reality!			
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Thomas Slayton		2023-06-19
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						I imported 2 cars with the help of Yoshiro at JCD and I could not see myself using anyone else for this sort of thing. Always prompt, professional and helpful to any questions or needs I had. Most of all it was highly important to me to have someone trustworthy in Japan handling that side of things for me and these guys delivered that perfectly. Will be back for more JDMs in 2022 without a doubt. Thank you again			
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M M		2022-04-19
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						This was my first time importing a vehicle for my personal use and naturally I was leary about who to go through. After looking through a few other places and after getting in touch with a longtime customer of theirs I decided to try these guys out. I can say without a doubt I'm glad I did. They are definitely professional and know their craft when it comes to getting you your dream car. Everything from getting cars inspected and bidding was completely transparent and went smoothly. I couldn't be happier with the car I bought and I hope down the line I'll be able to purchase another using these guys!! Thanks for all you guys do!!! 11/7/19 Still have my MR2 and loving it everyday!! I'm going to Japan next month and hopefully I can find something fun for my car to bring back! Just re-read my review and I can still say my car has been nothing but great along with my experience with Yoshi and his team! Thanks again!			
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Kevin Heidari		2020-04-19
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						Great experience with these folks! Very helpful through the whole process. They took care of everything and answered all my questions promptly. Highly recommend.			
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Andrew Redekop		2019-04-19
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						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!			
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Daniel Schultz		2023-04-19