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Import Cars to Germany from Japan

Everything you need to import a used car from Japan to Germany — the age rule, shipping options, taxes and the vehicles currently available at a fixed One Price. Vehicles 30 years and older qualify — model year 1996 or earlier for 2026.

Germany Import Regulations

Shipping & Logistics

  • Steering: Generally left-hand drive (LHD). Right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles require significant modifications (headlights, mirrors).
  • Import: Usually shipped via Bremerhaven port.

Customs & Costs

  • Clearance: 10% import duty and 19% VAT based on CIF value.
  • Registration: TUV inspection is mandatory and extremely strict regarding emissions and safety standards.

Age & Import Restrictions (CRITICAL)

While there is no strict age limit, it is highly recommended to import vehicles older than 30 years to qualify for 'H-plates' (historic), which significantly reduces taxes and bypasses strict modern emission requirements.

Disclaimer

The import regulations, taxes, and age restrictions provided below are gathered from public internet sources for general guidance only. We do not bear any legal responsibility for the accuracy of this information. It is your sole responsibility to verify how to clear customs, homologate, and register the vehicle in your country. We are only responsible for shipping the vehicle to your requested port.

Frequently asked questions

Germany allows importing vehicles that are at least 30 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 1996 or earlier. Newer cars are generally not eligible for standard private import.
Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Germany by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.
Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.

1,447 cars eligible for Germany

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MITSUBISHI LANCER - View 1 MITSUBISHI LANCER - View 2 MITSUBISHI LANCER - View 3

MITSUBISHI LANCER

$ 41,920
  • 1943
  • 52,000 km
  • 6MT
  •  2,000 cc
Grade
GSR EVOLUTION 9
Chassis
CT9A-0405529
Drive
4WD
Color
SILVER

Matsubara, Osaka | Lot: #2991

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3

NISSAN BASE GRADE

$ 11,974
  • 1959
  • 70,000 km
  • 4MT
  •  1,500 cc
Grade
BASE GRADE
Chassis
A50
Drive
2WD
Color
BLACK

Omura, Nagasaki | Lot: #846

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GMC FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR - View 1 GMC FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR - View 2 GMC FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR - View 3
3.5/B

GMC FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR

$ 42,573
  • 1960
  • 2,000 km
  • F3MT
  •  3,900 cc
Grade
FREE TO LINE 2 DOOR
Chassis
FUMEI
Drive
2WD
Color
BLACK

野洲市, Shiga | Lot: #84409

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3/C

JEEP

$ 14,730
  • 1960
  • 84,000 km
  • 4MT
  •  2,000 cc
Grade
JEEP WILIS JEEP
Chassis
CJ3B
Drive
2WD
Color
GREEN

Asahi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa | Lot: #86870

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GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 1 GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 2 GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 3
3.5/B

GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA

$ 57,471
  • 1962
  • 2,000 km
  • AT
  •  5,300 cc
Grade
CHEVROLET IMPALA SS CONVERTIBLE 8 NUMBER NO
Chassis
FUMEI
Drive
2WD
Color
WHITE

野洲市, Shiga | Lot: #84407

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GMC KORUBEA PICKUP - View 1 GMC KORUBEA PICKUP - View 2 GMC KORUBEA PICKUP - View 3
R/C

GMC KORUBEA PICKUP

$ 20,940
  • 1962
  • 3,000 km
  • F3MT
  •  4,300 cc
Grade
KORUBEA PICKUP
Chassis
FUMEI
Drive
2WD
Color
GOLD

野洲市, Shiga | Lot: #84391

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GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 1 GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 2 GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA - View 3
3/B

GMC CHEVROLET IMPALA

$ 57,471
  • 1963
  • 2,000 km
  • AT
  •  5,700 cc
Grade
CHEVROLET IMPALA 63 NAVY BLUE BAR HYDRO
Chassis
FUMEI
Drive
2WD
Color
WHITE

野洲市, Shiga | Lot: #84406

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4

MAZDA R360

$ 22,111
  • 1964
  • 35,000 km
  • MT
  •  350 cc
Chassis
KRBC-74318
Drive
2WD
Color
WHITE

Noda, Chiba | Lot: #2567

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3.5/C

NISSAN CEDRIC

$ 17,417
  • 1964
  • 122,000 km
  • 5MT
  •  1,900 cc
Grade
CUSTOM
Chassis
H31
Drive
2WD
Color
BLACK

Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba | Lot: #84299

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3.5/C

TOYOTA PUBLICA

$ 16,736
  • 1965
  • 45,000 km
  • 4MT
  •  690 cc
Grade
BASE GRADE
Chassis
UP10
Drive
2WD
Color
LIGHT BLUE

Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba | Lot: #84239

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SUBARU 360

$ 10,818
  • 1966
  • 67,000 km
  • 3MT
  •  360 cc
Grade
360 DELUXE
Chassis
K111-171324
Drive
2WD
Color
WHITE

Matsumoto, Nagano | Lot: #1520

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