How to Buy a Car from Japan: An Insider’s Guide

[@Jimports]

HUGE apology to everyone watching and especially Aaron - I forgot to put up his contact info: bulldogautojapan.com/

[@Jimports]

I have imported 5 cars with Aaron. He’s the best if you’re looking for JDM.

[@tyler0487]

What about importing motorcycles?!

[@renelopez2244]

Thank you

[@paulwuzhere]

Importer: What's your budget? 97% of people reading this: 93 Nissan Altima

[@NathanKoshak]

James is barely concealing that anime addiction that lead to this.

[@kizzmequik70four]

James needs to get into the vtuber rabbit hole, so the circle will finally be complete.

[@alphaenterprise2232]

Send him some pillows in the next episode of fanmail and I am sure he will explore this rabbit hole.

[@williammoore4576]

Wait, what? My gun guy is talking Porsches? How much scotch did I have tonight? Is this what the end of the internet looks like?

[@TheGreatestRhea]

A collaboration I was not expecting to see in my feed. The algorithm is working.

[@deez4287]

right? holy shit i had no idea

[@CanuckMag]

Guns, Cars, and Girls. We aint very different after all.

[@SurlyMontanan]

The girls part is particularly surprising.😉

[@urgandma]

Car guys are gun guys are motorcycle guys are gamer guys. To what degree will vary, but it all scratches that itch.

[@SteppingR]

and ganja :D

[@riley6475]

I am so glad you decided to start a channel for car stuff, LOVED your Kei car video

[@sTeadFasT96]

I was not expecting this crossover between guns and jdm cars. Super pumped

[@dasfahrer8187]

Need more of this content. Been curious about this for years, but not curious enough to do all the work required to actually pull the trigger.

[@Mike_44]

Very valuable information on this video. Thank you for taking the time to inform those of us interested in jdm vehicles. Will definitely consider Aaron for a purchase/inspection in the future.

[@willizm]

Just got my bayside blue r34 GTR vspec here in the states after storing it in Japan for 3 years. A high quality exporter is a must to make sure you don’t get a rusted out pile

[@spartancrown]

I thought I lost my mind scrolling by. I’m like that ain’t James is it? Holy crap. Been a heavy player in the import scene forever. Excellent crossover. 👍🏼

[@DonJohn-h8l]

I thought someone else was using your face in their thumbnail. 😂 Reeves is into Japanese imports! 😮 Great info my dude!

[@187chona]

Thanks James, another way you’re having me spend more money.

[@DP-jaja]

Excited for your new channel James!!!

[@Jimports]

Thank you!

[@DP-jaja]

@ you are a man of many interests which is all the better for us brother!!!

[@renelopez2244]

Now this is what I've been wanting to see. Yes ..

[@WexWerxScott]

Hopefully going to Japan next year to buy and import a stagea and a Silvia... I'll have to look up aaron

[@ffcracker]

The Newport logo had me 😂

[@jabroni005]

Just curious what's the savings on doing this or buying one at a dealer that's already landed.

[@Jimports]

Cutting out a middle man. That dealer uses the same guys you would use to get them exported so that dealer is taking profit that you wouldn't have to pay if you cut him out.

[@whiskeyactual.]

The dude from TFB is also a car guy!? Instant sub!

[@Jimports]

Thanks!

[@N19H75H1F73R]

I would like a jimported jachine jun.

[@jm8254]

Jim reeves - a multi faceted man

[@ElTejon47901]

@@jm8254 Jason Reeves

[@jm8254]

@ OMG it’s Jason Reeves

[@PhilippineMango]

Hey James, do you mind giving a ballpark estimate how much it cost you to buy the 993 porsche after paying importation and customs fees, etc? Im really interested in one and would like to know the price difference as opposed to buying one here in the US.

[@Jimports]

Not bad. I think ~$60k all in for a minty 911 with 39k miles.

[@KleanShots]

I personally imported all my kei cars and nicer jdm's for friends, super fun bringing cars stateside

[@westernsoutherner1]

Whoa this blew my mind. Whats the car equivalent to the Taurus Judge?? Love the menthol inspired "Jimports"

[@Jonesy_Ripley]

I will definitely keep y'all in mind... Really miss my EF Hatch and I want another one baaaad.

[@slqer]

Ill be in Tokyo in January, any recommendations? Want to drive the wangan, for one.

[@Jimports]

Oh man. A ton. I’ll make a video about it because there is a lot to do if you’re a car guy in Tokyo. Rent a car from Nissan or Toyota and drive Hakone for sure.

[@slqer]

​@Jimports thanks, as a fellow esquire, gun nut and p-car owner I'll probably make good use of your recommendations!

[@devinrussell2303]

How hard is it to drive on the right side of the road in a vehicle with the steering wheel on the right side?

[@Jimports]

Not hard at all. Makes parallel parking easier and you get out on the curb side. Turning left across an intersection if someone is facing you at the opposing intersection can get hairy, same with passing on a 1-2 lane road. Also getting your McDonald's order is hard (use a claw). It's not that bad though.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

James pointed out the main issues, but its not a big deal.

[@TT-ch2pz]

I am after a mid-1990s Honda Africa Twin in great condition. Do you ever see any of those, or do you know anyone who deals in bikes?

[@Jimports]

Weird. I know bikes show up in Japanese auctions. I'd email Aaron and he may know something about it. bulldogautojapan.com

[@TheHondatrio]

Was some of those driving videos in Pensacola, Florida

[@Jimports]

Yes, on the beach.

[@ElTejon47901]

Very informative!

[@rickh9396]

I'm impressed that the KZbin algorithm knows I'll watch any video with James Reeves in it. And no, I don't want to be with James, I want to be James.

[@DittersGustav]

I know how you feel, we all wanted to be James.

[@ky0611]

How much are are skylines?

[@JimYeats]

Is this channel going to feature different varieties of short shorts? Like Japanese short shorts?

[@goobasippay938]

You are not allowed to wear shorts in Japan

[@iancockrell5920]

James is an absolute renaissance man.

[@Jimports]

Haha, thanks.

[@bigshug3127]

Totally here for the side chick car channel. The name and logo? Amazing choice 😂❤

[@Prest0n97]

No link to his website?

[@Jimports]

Bulldogautojapan.com

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

hit us up

[@SwampyMusic]

Classy thumbnail James

[@ThomasAssim-Ita]

My only problem with Japanese cars is simply the right hand drive. Can one get a left hand drive in Japan or have it changed before shipping? Great information here

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

some cars in the market here are LHD, but the Japanese stuff is basically all RHD. Its not that hard to get accustomed to TBH

[@armandomendoza9878]

Can u do how to get Middle East cars in the US

[@bennyb.1742]

I had this and a TFB video in my que and when James showed up I got VERY confused.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

Everything about James is confusing. The pronouns, the sexuality, the shorts..

[@bennyb.1742]

@BulldogAutoJapan The shorts kind of cleared up some personal confusion if you know what I'm saying.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

@bennyb.1742 20 bucks is 20 bucks

[@zenkigarage]

I like these guys

[@ComfortsSpecter]

2:46 That car definitely haunted Incredible Vibe diversifying Your content

[@270eman]

Wait, the funny gun guy does car stuff to? This is crazy

[@ThreadlineAngler]

How can I contact this man, I want to import a Jimney

[@Jimports]

Bulldogautojapan.com

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

give us a shout!

[@HYDRAdude]

7:18 Reping the classic Indian's logo, nice.

[@heilioEcentric]

Enlightening......thanks for this.

[@Nicojust439]

Where do you get parts for these right hand drive vehicles

[@Jimports]

Many of them are already in the US on domestically available cars from, say, Toyota. Otherwise, there are lots of parts ordering services (new and used) in Japan that ship globally. 500yen.com is a great service for finding and ordering parts on Yahoo Auctions.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

theres a number of online outlets that deal in parts. Some things crossover with domestic stuff. Just depends on make/model etc

[@HFVidShotz]

BA James at it again 😂

[@vahnn0]

Hell yeah, more Gunshorts.

[@Cheezwizzz]

You’re gonna fill the trunk with Type 89’s.. admit it Jimmy

[@ddigre01]

I subbed to this channel but I'm normally a dom

[@HeinousHonky]

Somehow I’m not surprised that a dude who wears those ‘meet me behind the chip n dales’ style of shorts would also be into Porsches. My well established stereotypes have once again not let me down.

[@jacksin3323]

JFM cars and guns are both cool. James is into some cool shit. 3d printed guns with the Out of Battery crew, and now JDM stuff. I been building a Supra with a JDM imported engine. Yes, you can import engines that only exist in these jdm cars and put it in an american market car.

[@jerebediah]

Didn't know this existed. Let's see how short the shorts can get.

[@nato1020]

I want to buy a firearm from Japan. Let's talk to that guy too. Great first video on the new channel

[@GerardButIer]

Incoming 1 million subs

[@tooththrhr]

10:59 That sounds painful.

[@Hondatech26]

Can't say I was expecting to see my gun guy pop up in a japanese car importing vid. Algorithm is at work here lol

[@TheDemocraticNationalCommittee]

Hey, James, did you wear your short shorts to Japan?😂

[@1996marioRH]

Fuck yeah James. I had no idea you fucked with Japanese whips. I've been wanting to import an S14 or S15 Silvia

[@Jimports]

oh I fucks with them

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

we know a guy..

[@1996marioRH]

@@BulldogAutoJapan Once I have the funds, I'll definitely hit you guys up!

[@TrashTierOperator]

James reeves sold me drugs in an Arby’s bathroom

[@aregularperson7573]

If I wasn’t a broke soon to be collage student I would love to get a Toyota Hilux or 70 series Land Cruiser I guess maybe In 10 years I will be able to afford to import one.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

get on that hustle and hit us up.

[@dingdongdaddy589]

Im shopping for a Camroad…

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

What if I told you we just took one into stock?

[@Lambullghini]

Cars 🤝Guns

[@j.v.7451]

Nice

[@AJohnSmith]

*Nippon*

[@beamsgr]

I imported a Land Rover Defender from the UK and the US import regulations require that the vehicle be original and exactly what this means isn't always clear, but if the engine's been replaced, the transmission has been replaced, etc., be very careful. You want all of the numbers to match and if they don't, then while you may still be able to get the vehicle imported, it might sit at the port incurring fees as you work through the process (with lawyers). Worst case, they deny the vehicle and then you have to ship it back and sell it to someone in the country of origin, which will also cost you $$$. Do your homework and involve experts to assist you. Best of Luck!

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

In our experience, Defenders are maybe the most scrutinized vehicles because they are one of the easiest to scam/trade vin plates etc. Never really seen many issues on other types.

[@AkeoT9]

I was thinking… is that who I think it is up in the corner of that thumbnail. What a surprise hello 👋

[@charlesroddy4728]

Finally

[@ComfortsSpecter]

Finally That real self defense education Defense from car salesmen

[@renelopez2244]

And.... Subscribed 😅😅😅

[@guitarfumar]

Is James the same guy that does handgun reviews? 🧐

[@Jimports]

I am

[@guitarfumar]

@ hell yeah. Good shit Jim 🫡

[@danielheinesii78]

Wait what. James reeves?

[@louislavoie1238]

Wait, that's the turkish shotgun guy.

[@misternitro1]

Ive been edging for days..dump it already

[@LeanGaming1]

buy your jdm before the tariffs. It’s gonna get expensive.

[@scouthound7991]

Did I just find a glitch in the Matrix?!

[@superseriooffical7314]

But can Japanese imports survive the 500 round shotgun burn down test 🤔

[@mufreight]

Wow, imagine my surprise. "He looks an awful lot like that gun blog guy." And I sat two seats to your left in that wh*rehouse! 😵‍💫👋

[@RANDY_MAR5H]

Exports...imports. VANDALAY INDUSTRIES

[@Jimports]

lolol

[@stylpup]

check the US import car list or else you're screwed

[@ImSoChildishDoe]

Oh, I thought this was going to be an informational video on how to get them not an advertisement..

[@Jimports]

I knew this guy would come along. I don't know what to tell you because part of the process is finding an exporter you trust - you have to wire him tens of thousands of dollars - which necessarily means I have to endorse a broker that you can trust. As I specifically mention in the video to head this off, I have no financial relationship with Aaron, he's a personal friend of mine.

[@ImSoChildishDoe]

@ So your video was randomly recommended to me by KZbin, so I’m unfamiliar with your channel and your content. That being said, your title is misleading since it comes off as a guide to buy and import a Japanese car on your own. While I appreciate your honesty in the beginning of the video, I think you could’ve found a more appropriate title that more accurately describes the method you’re using. “the insiders guide to buying cars from Japan through an exporter.” I think it’s a good video and I’m not here to hate, but from a viewers perspective, I think the title not accurately representing your video can cause some to click away and project negative opinions about your content. I hope this changes your perspective about my comment as constructive criticism rather than seeing me as “that guy.”

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

give us a shout, we can help with procurement etc

[@Jimports]

If your original comment had been the above, it would have been less dickish. Constructive criticism is welcomed here, your first comment was not. This is how you get a car from Japan. You need an exporter with access to the auctions to do it right. You can use whatever exporter you want, just make sure they are trustworthy or you will lose a lot of money. There may be other ways, I'm sure, but this is overwhelmingly if not exclusively how it is done.

[@ClaytonF10]

That’s a German car sir 😂

[@AtomicCheesegod]

Funny how hobbies overlap. I also have a garage full of JDM turds

[@racer14glr91]

Sub #550!

[@zambimaru]

There's lots of Dealerships in the US selling JDM cars, but I can't justify spending 20+ grand on a 30 year old Car.

[@BulldogAutoJapan]

theres a lot of cars at a fraction of that price. Just depends what you want

[@tooththrhr]

The japanese are mythical creatures

[@SonoranRat]

Need a business name at the minimum…

[@Jimports]

Bulldogautojapan.com

[@TheTrueNorth11]

Better deliver bro.

[@PennVvs]

Deliver or we subscribers won’t bite

[@-jb5701]

His opinion is not interesting at all

[@drinkdraincleaner]

Proud to be one of the first 5,000 😇

[@JetSkiSuper7]

Not worth it for right hand drive cars.