Japan Purchase Service

Your Car from Japan,
Handled End to End.

Direct access to Japanese auctions, dealer networks and trade-in inventory — we source, inspect, insure and ship to your European port.

Full Market Access

Auctions (USS & partners), authorised dealers and trade-in stock — every channel covered to find your car.

Expert Pre-Purchase Analysis

Auction sheet translation, condition grading and optional on-site physical inspections before any purchase.

CIF — Door to Port

We organise the full export chain: purchase, marine insurance, RoRo or container freight to your European port.

In Your Name, Transparent

Every car is purchased in your name. Fixed agency fees — no hidden commissions on the car price.

The Process

Simple. Transparent. From Japan to You.

Four steps from your brief to the car arriving at your European port.

01

Tell Us Your Project

Share your target car, budget and timeline. We advise on market conditions, realistic expectations and the right pack for your project.

Free consultation, no commitment

02

We Search & Propose

We monitor auctions, dealer stock and trade-in inventory. You receive structured proposals with full auction sheet analysis and our expert assessment.

Auctions · Dealers · Trade-ins

03

Purchase & Inspection

Once you validate, we purchase in your name. Pre and post-purchase inspections included in Standard & Premium. Marine insurance taken out immediately.

Your name on every document

04

Ship to Your Port

We organise sea freight to your chosen European port. RoRo or container depending on your pack. Customs clearance and VAT invoiced to you on arrival. Delivery to your door possible.

CIF — Cost, Insurance, Freight

Our Packs

Choose Your Service Level

Three packs for different budgets and risk tolerance. Agency fee is fixed — no hidden commission on the car price.

Budget

Projects up to ~€25,000 · Restorations · Drift builds

€900 Agency fee incl. VAT · Deposit: 10–20%
  • Active market search (auctions + dealers)
  • Auction sheet translation & analysis
  • CIF export organisation
  • Marine insurance
  • Fund transfer support
  • Pre-purchase inspection (optional ~€50)
  • Post-purchase inspection
  • RoRo sea transport (default)

Premium

Collector · Prestige · Rare vehicles above €40,000

€2,500 Agency fee incl. VAT · Deposit: 5–10%
  • Active market search (auctions + dealers)
  • Auction sheet translation & analysis
  • CIF export organisation
  • Marine insurance
  • Fund transfer support
  • Pre-purchase inspection (USS Tokyo)
  • Post-purchase inspection with photos & report
  • Priority reserved container space
Every Pack Includes

What We Handle for You

Active Vehicle Search

Auctions (USS & partner network), authorised dealers and trade-in stock across Japan.

Auction Sheet Translation

Full translation and explanation of Japanese auction condition reports before any purchase.

Purchase in Your Name

You are the legal buyer, invoice from Japan in your name. You own the car directly at arrival.

Marine Insurance

Your vehicle is covered for its full CIF value from departure in Japan to arrival at your port.

Sea Freight Coordination

Full export logistics from Japanese port to your chosen European arrival port. RoRo or container.

Fund Transfer Support

We guide you on international transfers and timing to manage exchange rate exposure efficiently.

Before You Start

A Few Things to Know

Japan operates on professional B2B auction standards. Vehicles are sold as-is, with no manufacturer warranty. Our role is to maximise your information and minimise risk — not to guarantee mechanical condition.


Customs duties, VAT, registration and homologation in your country are not included — they remain your responsibility on arrival.

  • Vehicles from professional B2B markets — no consumer warranty
  • Customs duties & import VAT are at buyer's charge
  • Registration, homologation & COC not included
  • Port handling & local transport from port not included
  • Technical inspection in your country is your responsibility
  • Cancellation fee of €360 applies after 3+ proposals presented
Get Started

Ready to Find
Your Japanese Car?

Tell us your project — model, budget, timeline. We advise on market conditions and the right pack for you. First consultation is free and without obligation.

  info@toprankeurope.com
  Response within 24h on business days

Send Us Your Project

    Dream car not in stock? We'll find it in Japan.

    Make, model, specs, budget - sourced and quoted within 48h.