EXPOSING FAKE CAR EXPORTERS IN JAPAN!

[@SAMMIT]

This video is a informative video! It’s not directed at anyone. I am simply giving you all the information to research yourselves. If you have any questions about any company/ business you can use the link in the description to search if they are legit.

[@mikxxtxxin]

I’ve sent a bidding deposit to Respect Motors? Any idea if they are legit?

[@040mobil]

Great video. I would say it is impossible to express the magnitude of this problem. I used a reputable importer here in Canada @jdmconnection to go through the auctions. The dealer/broker prices are absolutly absurd. Literally 30 to 50 percent more than what they are worth. SBI/SBT/GLion/Jpanpartner/TCV and the 3RD Party sellers on Beforward are just mental. Beforwards own actual stock is very reasonable mind you.

[@twrcrew8852]

@@040mobil what about jap-express?

[@RONIN1111]

You are the definition of a Male Karen. Its not your place to speak on this subject. Be careful

[@su8z3r03]

They way you are explaining this is for some reason so annoying.

[@v8_corrado65]

In a world full of liars, Its time the smart people start telling the truths they found out and hold to it and help stop people from getting ripped off.

[@apashe974]

Stop buying EVs also

[@simp2234]

Stop filping jdm car

[@MickelHomer]

Facts

[@slim_gs3005]

💯

[@slim_gs3005]

This kind of video and the way you treat your friends is the reason why you are definitely my favorite KZbin channel. Also way to slide that Ron Burgundy quote in at the end 😂

[@MrQwerkles]

A list of trusted exporters and importers would be great help. Especially ones you deal or dealt with often. Love your work mate.

[@RONIN1111]

Rohab Kahn from Rnation... Sams homie

[@josho225]

he could get sued for libel or defamation as japan is weak on that front.

[@Salim_shahidy]

@@josho225 defamation to whom exactly? he did not mention anyone

[@RONIN1111]

use common sense do your own research or dont import a car. its not rocket science. only ignorant people get screwed buy importers.

[@MultiLittlegamer]

JUMVEA has a whole list of certified exporters

[@DeanofMachines]

I was stationed in Japan 2011-2017 and made friends with a couple legit importers and learned a lot about how many scammers there are even at that point. I can only imagine how bad it is now with the JDM hype bubble.

[@S2k_562]

were they local or foreign people? I miss being stationed in Japan

[@ravenkiller213]

Whenever spending a lot of money the main important thing to do is RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH. Like that saying “measure twice, cut once.”

[@jdmcarandmotorcycle]

Measure 7 times cut once 😅

[@realone4341]

A sincere thank you for sharing this information with your listeners. I will share as it is so very important if one considers doing this. You get my gold star of the day!

[@OkiDingo]

I’m also Australian and have lived in Japan for 15 years. My first 180sx was $1000 and my EK9 was $6000 and I was the second owner. I’ve seen the prices climb to unrealistic prices. Super annoying if you live in Japan and just want a nice car to play with.

[@pb6839]

My great uncle is in his 80s and we tried finding him a older (late 90’s) acty truck or van to move around his wheelchair and some furniture to make his house more accessible. (He wants an acty because he’s familiar with them and he’s very stubborn) Turns out every single used acty in Osaka/Hyogo gets bought by the exporters. The ones we could find with inspection they want almost ¥600,000 for a 20-30 year old can.

[@TORTLESSS]

second hand s14's around 2002 were like $500, and d1 spec 500hp builds can be done with $5000

[@OG-nl8so]

Great information you need to make this into a series and have guests to also relay info and schemes that has happened to them. Thank you for hard work that you have always put into your channel 🍺🍻🍺🍻👍

[@oregonfelder1]

The other issue is once a car IS imported into your country, say the USA, the price skyrockets as well. There are people trying to sell imported 88-91 CRXs for $32k-$40k USD. When importing one, I’ve seen, cost less than $20k USD. Because people are afraid and don’t understand the process of buying and importing a car, they allow themselves to pay an insane “peace of mind” tax. I’ve heard of people paying $20k for a Honda Beat!!! There is a dealership ten minutes down the road from me selling them for $7k.

[@Thewatson77]

Thank you for having the courage to mark this video. Side note….can’t wait for another 2 or 3 years pass and this insane bubble has long popped 🙌🏻

[@darylobey8867]

I was tempted to buy a r34 gtt but 50k for high kms isn't worth it and parts that even a a bigger nightmare with dealers marking up parts

[@joeym2675]

Thank You Sam For Being So Real, Straight Up And Honest!!! You are a True Friend To People That Your Don’t Even Know! This Was A Awesome Informative Video Of How Things Are Being Done!!! And A Real Person A Real Honest Person A Real True Car Enthusiast, Car Lover And Person Who Cars About The Car Community!!!! Again Thank You!!!!

[@mariomoreno1864]

Thank you for putting this video out because there are those that need this information. We need more just like this, keep up the good work. Thank you

[@jhmed9]

These are the times I'm so glad I was able to import my CR-X when it was 15 years old. She's been garage-kept since 2005 (and never winter-driven since I've owned her) and it really feels like there were a lot more honest exporters back then. I received every piece of paperwork, a price breakdown of everything, and it was all above board.

[@johnmichaelazize6425]

Phenomenal job with this informative video. Keep up the great job. We appreciate your concern with the purchase of JDM vehicles being purchased by customers from all around the world. As a U.S ARMY Veteran i appreciate you!! Much Love!! BTW Congrats on your child. 😊

[@JoeyVanVeenYt]

SAMMIT! This video genuinely confirmed so many theories ive had over the past 7 years. Absolutely love and appreciate the transparency! Here in Australia i feel alot of the same tactics were used by the oldschool rotary crowd to begin with which they then were able to expand into supras/gtr's etc as well. Keep it up mate. Earnt your sub/comment/like on this one!

[@Queso305]

This explains why i see certain cars for sale here $40-50k, while seeing some in japan for about half that. Nice

[@JC21x]

Great information Sam. If the importers have an issue with this video, then that just tells me they have something to hide.

[@SENIOR_HEFE1904]

Facts! Wondering if Kota and E_ought got their business license 😅. Seems like the prices have been up since 2020.

[@Kheeezy]

I know quite a few people who bought cars from them and all have received them without issues

[@yungbull1392]

I low key thought he was talking about josh lol I’m glad you confirmed that cuz I’ve been watching kota and josh for a while now and don’t get any bad vibes from them 💯

[@Alex-vz2jz]

They mentioned a long time ago they barely make any cash selling the cars. Like 1k-5k in profit. They go through the process of getting the cars in the states and once that is done they keep it until they want to sell it. When they sell it they only ask for a few thousands than what they paid for it. Well that's what they say right. Someone can say something but it can be false info you know. This was a long time ago so who knows how it goes now.

[@240Kiko]

They have licenses. On Kota website you'll be able to find his company name. E_ought had his wifes mother help him get his business set up in Japan. He spoke about it in video before.

[@AK-hr9pm]

@@240Kiko That's nice to know some of my favorite JDM KZbinrs aren't scammers

[@heheheehehehehehe185]

i could listen to you talk for an hour no cap. thanks for the insight!

[@nbarcenas03]

As many scammers there are in Japan car import business, there are just as many in the USA. These import cars are over valued. Even if you get a deal, someone made more money. There is a point where the car is and will be overpriced.

[@Jonnytwice]

Between this video and the "japanese gangster" car you're going to end up in some trouble dude haha! Nah good on you for sharing this info man. I've been considering looking for a car over there to bring to South Wales so this has come at the right time for me. Big fan. Keep it up Sam!

[@texaspowerman]

The interviews sound interesting. I’ve always wondered what a exporter goes through and the value that they ad in what’s a “as is”business.

[@jaakko200987654321]

2:00 in finland a 115k km driven r32 costs 60k €... 160k driven rb20 r32 costs like 20k

[@MrGravid08]

Awesome vid dude. I have recently started research on this to write an article on this subject. But it’s a lot better getting it from a reliable source. Everyone enthusiast needs to watch this

[@jr00g25]

How can I export a car Australia to the USA? But I can’t find a license importer/exporter

[@kleenbeats]

Great local insight, glad someone is saying it. More content like this please mate!

[@jdmlordsalamander6397]

Good stuff Sam! Keep videos like this coming.

[@kanenstuff]

In 2000 I got my 180SX imported to Australia the purchase price was 3k and all up with shipping and road worthy certificate was 9k and I still have it 23yrs later.

[@zom2021]

Thanks for all the info! Stop the scammers!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@RTJDMPerformance]

I'm really happy to see someone talking about this straight on the face, no excuses, easy to understand! If the Exporter charges you the 10% tax, just stay away.

[@LuisGarcia-jv5ji]

When I finally am able to buy and export a car out there, your the man to go to Sam. Been following for a long time and appreciate all the information and content you provide. God bless you bro

[@jimamizzi1]

brilliant information, I’ve been thinking of purchasing a motorcycle from Japan to Australia and have no idea where to start.

[@Heisenberg-Rules]

great content. I love the transparency of Japan's regulations regarding businesses. In order to sell used items as a business you have to register at the Police Station!

[@AkitaZeroBS]

Thank you for the insight on the exporting information, i plan to come to JP as a exporter (not for cars) but i didnt know about the 10% tax refund.

[@MattyMcFlyyy]

On Be Forward, is it safe to trust 3rd party sellers as well or safe to trust listings that are BF Stock only?

[@azrieldimitrios]

Cheers for the information am looking for a Kei truck so I'll keep that advice, thanks mate

[@hyp36rmax]

Wow crazy! Thanks for sharing Craft! Didn't know about them, only familiar with Top Rank.

[@autosjapan]

Very helpful information especially for people at abroad

[@Rye042]

Yes! Interview exporters there! Make it a segment!

[@ScissorhandsbarbershopMIAMI]

I’m very glad you made this video because the car market is crazy now that even a right Hand drive GS 300 which is a Toyota Astro is going for 30-40 grand crazy

[@Laner84]

Good on you Sam ! anyone who has an issue with this video is obviously not doing the right thing ! out the scammers and scalpers !

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Sammit.

[@TheoXydias_PerlaCoffeeTrailer]

Thanks for doing that and saving people from beeing scamed

[@stevebromley8545]

Thank you for all of this information sam im wanting to get an import soon my self but ill be going through an importer in the uk such as jm imports or tourqe gt

[@dr.danchallice3888]

Since you work for Beforward, please talk about all the bad reviews they have received all over the Internet

[@johnrowell942]

Scary what happens and thank you for sharing. Great video

[@SamRoxxJDM]

found this channel today and this is great info keep up the great work

[@James-of-all]

Dude! This is so much good information! Thank you for making this video, I for one greatly appreciate it

[@NIcoVnSS]

im lucky i got my 33 cheap a few years back about 8grand,but if i even wanted another one ill reach out to you to find me one to import your the only guy id trust,and keep up the great content

[@jeremiahmoses2770]

Is BeFoward ligit? And can I buy direct from them.

[@rj5485]

Dammit Sammit, another great informative vid! Thanks 👍🏾

[@SkylineR34XSupramk4]

What about Kota and e ought?

[@MADL1fe]

Great video Sammit, loads of amazing info I wasn't aware of. Thank you

[@Thailandescapades]

Same as the Ford cossies,rs turbo etc in the Uk… massive money nowadays… a black RS500 went to auction the other month and sold for £500.000 ( close to a million Oz)

[@Macaco_Branco]

Thanks a lot Sam! 👍😊 There was some information there that I didn't know before and will pay attention to when I want to have a car imported from Japan. Greetings from Germany ✌😁

[@dym61]

Look up Garage Defend. Sam knows them they have very nice cars for sale

[@Sondrex009]

Amazing video Sam! Perfectly explained all my concerns about the process. I'm looking foeward to importing my dream S15 one day❤ keep up the amazing content🤙

[@romuluscreative]

quite informative video and information Sammit... I think very valuable for alot of people.

[@carloswilliams4112]

Good info, just last June I got misled by beforward , I paid for a 2015 model car and beforward sent a 2014 to me , I. Couldn’t take car from the costom because the tax on a car over 8 yrs is 250%

[@mcladrifter]

Sam, could you go through the process etc for if someone buys a car in japan, then exports it to say the UK or Aus then moves to Japan a few years later but bring the car with them. What is the process like for that?

[@skvltdmedia]

Was it whole old car tax and keeping them up to spec for /yearly/ damn inspections? Also MAD props for being honest and legit man! People flipping need to add those extra "dealer" bs prices on once the cars arrive to their own country and are ready for pickup. Everything else is indeed such a bs.

[@MirandaTMartinez]

I'm looking to import a nice Toyota from Japan and some include pictures of the bottom frame, how do I know if these car don't really have rust damages or how can you know if these photos real? I researched and found a legit car from Japan importer and I'm still weary about the pictures.

[@pronoia.]

As an Aussie I already got a VL commodore for my rb30 fix, but I've had my eye on getting a V12 Toyota Century for a family cruiser

[@abdelbacchus5731]

I greatly appreciate this info!

[@JackBlack-ii1ip]

For your information, scrapping a car in Japan is FoC. The scrapyard can reclaim the scrapping charge paid every time the car is purchased. Done it dozens of times. Jack, the Japan Alps Brit Forty years and counting.

[@tomserna6722]

TBH the pick of the bunch already shipped 15 years ago, and what will be shipped is the 3rd rate cars that so far slipped through the net, the enthusiast cars that people have been retained are not gonna move for chunk change. I saw an enthusiast who got scammed by one of these Russian exporters, the guy actually dissauded him from buying actual good listings from the auctions and said this is the best GTR he's seen in years. When it arrived it was an absolute bondo buggy they had concealed major structural rust with and cheaply sprayed over, dude was gutted..

[@rickl4107]

If your mechanical savvy just buy a usdm clean shell with no rust and import a half clip it’s way cheaper and just do a conversion . You can get a half clip for a pretty decent price

[@LawrenceSeetoh]

thank you for the information Sam

[@mikesmoke9173]

Ok great, I am looking at vehicles with BEforward, so they are good :) Awesome to know.

[@SKILLI55UE]

Absolutely loved this video! With my adhd I adore listening to stuff like this! Definitely think doing interviews with legitimate exporters would be amazing, and do like a demonstration of you Sam going to export a car from that company, what the exact procedure would be for that specific company so then us know exactly what to ask for and know in advance what we need to do. Also which "jdm" cars do you think will be next in line to he hit with scene tax? I currently own a bippu style lexus gs430, brought for £4700 but think in a few years will shoot up especially being v8 in this economy etc

[@MrRippinonyou]

That was an amazing explanation mate cheers !

[@SkyVenomMC]

what a wonderful video with a ton of great info, Thank you!!

[@Believeinyourself-BIY]

12:00 ish, thank you SAMMIT for mentioning you are working with Beforward, will be going with them when the time comes.

[@Jojo_impreza]

I don’t find them on internet can you write the name pls?

[@jeinks3249]

Would love to hear more this is amazing thank you for all the info

[@SneakerDrawings]

Misuse of the term scalper, that’s generally for ticket sales like you originally said, not cars. Those are just re sellers

[@goodmatchplay1372]

Your next video need to be going to the auctions and tell us where different Jdm cars are most of the time rusted out en if there are sketchy repaired. That would be fun.

[@SasukeGarage55]

Very helpful video yes please talk about this more everybody's getting scam, especially the rust that's the sad part

[@davidmopar8446]

Good video, i wanted an r33 gtr but i saw too many stories of crazy things happening so i went with a viper instead. Hopefully one day ill get that r33 gtr

[@dym61]

Get a GTR from garage defend they have nice gtrs and other cars the guy working there is very nice and all legit Doston

[@jimmy5516]

Overhere a stock or slightly modified 370z is being sold for at least between 20-25k EURO. Thats imported ones with claiming they have 200.000 km driven on them. Prices are insane right now and as i just got into the car scene i feel like i just missed the boat by a year or two and now a simple r33 costs me 45000 euro...

[@nessmusic47]

Bro, what abour "Be Foward Company "? Is it Legitimate?

[@ChicaneMedia]

Im in Canada and a 60k km 240 is listed at $25,000. This jdm tax is getting ridiculous but I have no choice if I want to achieve my goals to owning one

[@michaellambie8427]

Thanks Sam in the mid 90s . So friend of mine had a Used car import license in Jamaica importing the vehicle from . We were one of the largest importer doing over 200 vehicle a month. I would love to buy a 90s car for the USA market. But the price are crazy. GREAT VIDEO . I HOPE to buy one without the high price

[@chill_marco]

This is a great video. Thank you for the valuable information. How do you tell if the business insurance is valid? Excuse me if the question is silly but I'm very new to the field.

[@slawclips]

It's like I'm watching sammit, but on sammit 2 😅❤ love it, more content deffo!!! Keep us going 😅

[@Dirty_car_builder_88]

Do you recomend be forward (method auto group)

[@mht525]

We Aussies are so lucky. My R33 GTR Is a direct import from Japan and it's a dream. Buyer beware and go through a legitimate exporter. Dodgy so Aussie. Like the Taylor Swift comparison 👍 Great content Sam. Sugoi jamata ✌️🤘🇦🇺🇯🇵

[@jasonpickens9839]

For those saying that scalping and car trading are the same it's not. Scalping is taking the stock that would otherwise be available to consumers and holding it which is artificially reducing the supply and forcing up prices. Then as Sam said using FOMO to inflate those prices and play on emotions. Car dealers are totally different. They buy cars from the public, do trade-ins. Yes they source cars themselves. The listed price might be higher but there will be a fixed margin in there which you can talk them down to and then everyone feels like they are getting a good deal. Like JP exporters they benefit from moving larger volumes rather than extreme markup and have a going concern as a business rather than flyby scams.

[@vinnycent007]

After years of learning and wrench on cars with my buddy, the one thing which remained constant was always having Taylor Swift song playing in the background while we worked. Just imagine a JDM guru who know everything about Nissan, Toyota, etc and then Taylor comes on he starts sings along. Sam, that comparison you made fits my buddy and he would pay stupid money to see Taylor in Japan.

[@morettithanyou]

Good vid sam more people should know before going in that not everything is sunshine and rainbows when it comes to importing.

[@CCerwin]

As my family own 2 1989 Mitsubishi Starions in the states it’s interesting how the younger people think the Conquest Chrysler is rare but we have thousands of Conquest’s available but only a few hundred Starions

[@ihatedaymo]

i would love to see an interview between you and e_ought and even koda if he still exports cars! i feel like that would be a treasure trove of information

[@G_Ozare]

They both do export but I don't think they're registered (I couldn't fid e-ought's Behren's garage but I did find his buddy Jeff's Jitsu Motors).

[@S2k_562]

is it safe to assume that these "scalpers" or scammers in Japan foreigners?

[@longjohn8735]

I really want to import a scion bb to replace my xb ive had it for years and dont wanna get rid of it without replacing it

[@AHMED0RV]

The smart is now buying a 32gtr. How much it really cost to buy one?

[@JDMplease]

@sammit raw Thanks for sharing. Great information. I have a house in Japan (with parking). I only have tourist visa....so no residence card. Can I buy and keep a car in Japan?

[@mranderson3927]

Ah the good old days, 20 years ago we were putting grade 5 JDM GC WRX's on the road in NZ for $10K

[@JC_WT]

I would love to know more about this topic. I'd be keen to try importing a 34 GTT but I've heard so many horror stories that in a lot of ways I'd rather just buy an example already in the country. Thankfully I live in NZ so there's always been plenty of options here, but the prices haven't escaped the bubble so importing is tempting, just really kinda scary. I'm not rich so it would be a huge commitment and I'd be devastated if it went tits up. I'd definitely be more confident importing if I knew of some legit importers who have excellent reputations and could guide me through the process.

[@Chris_Paul1]

Back in 2012 I bought a black R33 series 2 with only 80,000kms for $7500. Sold it a year later for $8500 after some bolt on mods. Regret selling it but I’ll try get another one after I pay my house off in a few years. There’s still plenty of R33’s for sale here in Aus but they range from $20k -40.

[@StreetPhat]

I might be wrong but I saw a video you did with BeForward 2 months ago.... if I may ask how legit are they with checking the quality of their cars? I'm buying 2 Lexus is 2017 and 2013

[@danlee5138]

God bless you Sam, you are using your platform to give back to the community in meaningful ways.

[@cjohn64]

It's also perspective. From my experience in the past year, a R, 2.5, 3, and 3.5 have differences in quality but to the people on the streets here in America (aka people walking up to me and talking to me about my various imports) all say the cars are in better shape than 5 year old cars in the states. My point is that while some will see those numbers and want a higher rating while a lower rating can be just as good. It's all relative.