When importing a secondhand car from Japan, it is often a question of how much the car landed cost will be, and a complete breakdown can help deal with the issue. Sourcing through companies like Nobuko Japan, usually, the buyer will start from the auction or dealer price, then add up the cost of inland transport to the port, export documents, and ocean freight. Halfway through this calculation, the
Japanese used cars will, in most cases, be subject to destination-side charges like customs duty, VAT or GST, and port handling fees. In some countries, there are also environmental taxes or taxes that depend on the age of the car and that significantly increase the final price. Cost that’s not visible to the buyer are usually due to requirements for inspection, fluctuations in the currency, or storage caused by delayed clearance. Adding up all these aspects gives a realistic total landed cost and allows for more precise budget planning before the decision to import is made.
