How do I buy used cars from Japan?

You can buy used cars from Japan directly through exporters like Afridi Trading Japan who have access to all major Japanese auto auctions. Simply browse our inventory, place a deposit, and we handle the bidding, inspection, and worldwide shipping.

Are used Japanese cars reliable?

Yes, used cars from Japan are known globally for their exceptional reliability and condition. Japan has strict shaken (vehicle inspection) laws and excellent road infrastructure, meaning cars are very well-maintained with relatively low mileage.

Which are the best Japanese car brands to export?

The most popular Japanese car brands for export include Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, and Mitsubishi. Models like the Toyota Land Cruiser, Hilux, and RAV4 are highly sought after worldwide.

Used Cars Japan: Buy Direct from Japanese Auctions

Welcome to Afridi Trading Japan - Used Cars Japan | Japanese Used Cars Export Worldwide, your premier gateway to the world's highest quality used cars from Japan. With over 30 years of experience in the Japanese auto export industry, we provide direct access to over 100,000 vehicles weekly from all major Japanese auction houses.

Browse Our Inventory

Ready to find your perfect vehicle? Explore our extensive stock of high-quality Japanese used cars ready for immediate worldwide shipping.

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Why Buy Used Cars from Japan?

Unmatched Quality & Condition

Due to strict local regulations and the "Shaken" inspection system, Japanese drivers maintain their vehicles meticulously. You get near-new condition at used car prices.

Low Mileage

Japan's world-class public transport system means cars are driven much less on average compared to other countries. Finding a 10-year-old car with under 50,000km is common.

Direct Auction Access

By cutting out middlemen and buying directly from Japanese auto auctions through us, you save thousands of dollars on high-quality vehicles.

Huge Selection

Whether you need a reliable Toyota Vitz, a rugged Land Cruiser, a family Honda Step Wgn, or commercial trucks, Japan's massive daily inventory has it all.

How to Import Japanese Cars

Select Your Car: Browse our stock list or tell us what you want from the auctions.
Get a Quote: Request a free quote including CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) to your destination port.
Payment: Secure your vehicle with a deposit or full payment via bank transfer.
Shipping & Export: We handle all Japanese export procedures, customs clearance, and arrange the fastest shipping vessel.
Receive Your Car: We send you all necessary documents (BL, Export Certificate, Invoice) via DHL for easy import clearance in your country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Transit times vary by destination. For East Africa (Mombasa/Dar es Salaam) it takes roughly 3-4 weeks. To the Caribbean or South America, it takes 4-6 weeks. RoRo vessels depart Japanese ports multiple times a month.

The majority of used cars in Japan are Right-Hand Drive (RHD). However, we can also source Left-Hand Drive (LHD) European luxury imports (like Mercedes, BMW, Porsche) from the Japanese market upon request.

Yes! Every vehicle undergoes our rigorous internal inspection process before leaving our yard. If your country requires mandatory pre-export inspections (like JEVIC, QISJ, EAA, or Intertek), we arrange all necessary certifications.