2014 Toyota Hiace GL 4WD TRH219
This white 2014 Toyota Hiace GL 4WD TRH219 with 79,495 kms was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in November 2017. Overall condition was excellent – very clean and tidy with hardly a mark to be found, just a few tiny dimples on the side. 50% tread on the tyres. Non smoker’s car. Auction grade 4.5 A B. Features included rear airconditioning, dual airbags, reversing camera,...
November 25, 2017 /
1976 Nissan Skyline GT-X
This classic 1976 Nissan Skyline C-GC111 2 door coupe was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 24 November 2017. It was graded 3 with C interior. 89,684 km on the odometer but unknown total kms due to age. Auction report noted: New engine installed, aftermarket parts including bucket seat, gauges, bonnet, lowered suspension, steering wheel, grille, wheels, overfenders and oil coole...
November 24, 2017 /
2000 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec
This Feb 2000 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSpec in white with 98,817 km was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 16 November 2017. Graded 4 B but actual condition on inspection was very disappointing. Clearly not well maintained with a lot of obvious rust in the body and corrosion of other parts as pictured. Auction report mentioned – wear and tear to interior, rust underneath, scratche...
November 16, 2017 /
1988 BMW E30 M3
This collectible 1988 BMW E30 M3 in the popular Diamond Schwarz metallic black was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 5 October 2017. The auction had listed it as an April 1989 model based on the first registration date in Japan, but the actual build date from the VIN was 14 December 1988. Graded 4 C with 124,535 km, it was actually in quite good condition for its age. Minor faults as ...
October 26, 2017 /
1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec
This one-owner 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec in black with 138,425 km was inspected for a client on 26 October 2017. Graded 4 B, it was in very well kept condition for age and kms as can be seen from the interior, engine and underbody pictures. No rust and a very clean car. Clearly the single owner took great care of it. Factory BBS 17 inch alloy wheels and Brembo brakes. Auction report ment...
October 26, 2017 /
1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R Tommy Kaira Special Edition
This extremely RARE one-owner 1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R Tommy Kaira Special Edition with only 12,767 km and full Tommy Kaira package treatment was purchased for a client in September 2017. Graded 4.5 B, it was in incredible near new condition with full service records from new and belonged in a museum – the pictures speak for themselves. In addition to the Tommy Kaira Recaro seats, 17R...
October 24, 2017 /
2014 Mitsubishi Delica D5 petrol CV5W 4WD G Power package
This grey 2014 Mitsubishi Delica D5 petrol CV5W 4WD G Power package with 49,596 kms was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 14 October 2017. Overall condition was excellent – very clean and tidy other than one area of minor scratches as pictured and a dusty engine. Non smoker’s car. Auction grade 4.5 A A. Features included 2 x powerslide doors, reversing camera, cruise co...
October 20, 2017 /
1990 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR NISMO
This RARE 1990 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR NISMO was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 5 October 2017. Build #111 / 560. Graded 3.5 B, we thought it was worth a closer look. The auction report noted both front inside panels repaired due to rust, hole in front inside panel, rear floor repaired due to rust, crack in the windscreen etc. On inspection the vehicle was very untidy, painted black...
October 5, 2017 /
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 8 MR
This 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 8 MR in grey was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 29 September 2017. Graded 4.5 A with just 21,734 km, the auction report noted XX on the rear of the car, scratch / chip to the windscreen and a few minor marks around the body. We were able to track down a previous auction record more than 10 years prior, where the vehicle had 15,000 km and was graded ...
October 1, 2017 /
2012 Toyota Estima G 4WD 7 seater
This one owner December 2012 Toyota Estima G 4WD 7 seater 3.5L people mover with 47,646 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in September 2017 and was graded 4.5 A. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera, power rear door and different aero bodykit. It was a one owner, non smoker’s car, and very clean inside. Front and rear bumpers and the plastic molding ...
September 25, 2017 /
1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
This 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 22 September 2017. Graded 3.5 A, the auction report noted rear and left side painted (W2 – wavy paint), rust and a number of other issues. The auction had this one listed as a 2000 model, the build date however was actually December 1999 when we checked the chassis code. 54,000 km showing on the odometer, bu...
September 22, 2017 /
2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSPEC 2
This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR VSPEC 2 was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 22 September 2017. Graded 4 C, the auction report noted front panels painted (wavy paint), damage to front bumper and right sideskirt, rust, and a number of other issues. Sadly we are finding the condition of many R34 GTR’s at auction to be quite poor like this one, including major rust problems. Thi...
September 22, 2017 /
2011 Mitsubishi Delica D5 petrol CV5W 4WD Chamonix
This silver 2011 Mitsubishi Delica D5 petrol CV5W 4WD Chamonix with 25,034 kms was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 16 September 2017. Overall condition was excellent – very clean and tidy other than some minor pin dents and scratches pictured and some surface rust on low underbody components like exhaust, spare tyre bracket and tow hook. Chrome work and plastic around the body...
September 16, 2017 /
1984 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ46 Long
This 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ46 Long wheelbase was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. The BJ46 model is becoming quite rare and hard to find now with many exported in the past to Canada, Australia and elsewhere. It was graded R (repaired). 127,855 kms on the odometer but marked with a * as unknown total kms due to age. Still had some registration left (this...
September 16, 2017 /
1977 Nissan FairladyZ 2 seater
This classic 1977 Nissan FairladyZ 2 seater was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 9 September 2017. It was graded R (repaired) with B interior and B body (B is supposed to be clean and nice). Unknown total kms due to age. On inspection we found a considerable amount of rust in numerous places – we did not bid for our client due to the condition. It sold for 3,500,000 YEN FOB. ...
September 16, 2017 /
1998 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR
This 1998 Nissan Skyline R33 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. 108,000 km. Grade 4 B. Had a quick look at this one for a client and just took a few pictures of the extensive rust in the boot and seams throughout the car before walking away. A good example of why even high grade vehicles MUST be inspected in person. We did not monitor the sale price, but at ...
September 15, 2017 /
2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
This 2001 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 15 September 2017. Graded 4.5 A by the auction, so we were expecting a very clean example – unfortunately we were rather disappointed to see the extent of rust when inspecting this vehicle in person. This is a good example of why even high grade vehicles MUST be inspected in person. Overall it was a solid ca...
September 15, 2017 /
2008 Toyota Estima Areas S 2WD 8 seater
This 2008 Toyota Estima Areas S 2WD 8 seater 3.5L people mover with just 26,376 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 14 July 2017 and was graded 4.5 A. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera and parking sonar. Non smoker’s car in nice condition inside and out. This 2008 Toyota Estima Areas S 2WD 8 seater 3.5L people mover was eligible for import under ...
July 14, 2017 /
2007 Toyota Estima 2WD 7 seater G Package
This 2007 Toyota Estima 2WD 7 seater G Package 3.5L people mover with just 24,966 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 13 July 2017 and was graded 4. It had dual powerslide doors, cruise control, reversing camera and parking sonar. Fitted with Estima seat covers. Non smoker’s car in nice condition inside and out. Had a few small scratches around the body and a small stone chi...
July 13, 2017 /
2008 Toyota Estima 4WD 7 seater G Leather package
This 2008 Toyota Estima 4WD 7 seater G Leather package 3.5L people mover with 61,747 km was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 7 July 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. It was a high option G Package with leather, sunroof, pre-crash safety system, dual powerslide doors, power tailgate, cruise control, front and rear cameras, and rear flip down TV. Non smoker’s car in nice condition inside...
July 8, 2017 /
2011 Toyota Mark X Zio 350G Wagon 6 seater
This 2011 Toyota Mark X Zio 350G Wagon was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in June 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. 42,000 kms only. 3.5L V6 engine with 206 kW. Cruise control, traction control. Non smoker’s car in excellent condition inside and out. 70% tread left on all tyres. Really no faults to mention other than a couple of very small scratches, a tiny chip on the windscreen, and p...
June 29, 2017 /
2008 Toyota Estima Aeras 7 seater 2WD 3.5L
This 43,539 km 2008 Toyota Estima Aeras 7 seater 2WD 3.5L people mover was inspected for a client at auction in Japan in June 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. Dual power slide doors, front and rear parking sonar, aftermarket reversing camera and head unit, large aftermarket rear TV screen, reclining rear seats. Non smoker’s car in excellent condition inside and out, with only a few minor faults no...
June 29, 2017 /
2000 Toyota Regius V L Package
This low km 2000 Toyota Regius V L Package people mover was inspected for a client at auction in Japan on 23 June 2017 and was graded 4.5 B. 51,976 km only and in excellent condition inside and out for its age, this one is about as good as can be found in Japan for a Regius of this age. Very clean other than minor dirt to interior and roof lining. Protective clear coat on the wheels was coming awa...
June 23, 2017 /
1990 Nissan Skyline R32 GTS-t
This 1990 Nissan Skyline R32 GTS-t was inspected for a client at USS Tokyo auction on 22 June 2017 and was graded 3.5 B. Timing belt was changed at 89,014 km in March 2005. 105,746 total km were not questioned by the auction and based on the condition it is likely the vehicle was not used much after 2005. Aftermarket exhaust, wheels and TOMEI boost gauge fitted. Auction report mentioned the left ...
June 22, 2017 /
2015 Toyota Vellfire Hybrid ZR 30 Series
This grade 6 A (new), 2015 Toyota Vellfire Hybrid ZR 30 Series 4WD 2.5L people mover with just 653 kms was inspected for a client at Hanaten Osaka auction on 8 June 2016. Factory audio / video not optioned (dealer demo car), but a full replacement system can be fitted in Australia for about $1,200. It passed in at auction (reserve price not met). Based on the last bid price, we would estimate it...
June 9, 2017 /
1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec
This June 1993 built Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec (with VSpec II badging) was inspected for a client at HAA Kobe auction on 3 June 2017. It was graded 4 B B. 108,470 km total traveled. “$” next to the km reading to indicate the auction had sighted records to confirm that the 320 km/h instrument cluster was fitted by Nissan dealership on 30 June 1994 when the car was still new with 12 ...
June 3, 2017 /
Hakosuka 1971 Nissan Skyline KGC10 coupe
This classic Hakosuka 1971 Nissan Skyline KGC10 coupe 5 speed manual with 2.8L engine and GT-R badging was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 19 May 2017. It was graded 3.5 C. Kms were questioned by the auction due to lack of service records and odometer being limited to 5 numbers. It sold for 6,390,000 YEN FOB. Total price for import to Australia at the time would have been approx...
May 20, 2017 /
1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec
This June 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTR VSpec with just 64,126 kms was sold at CAA Chubu auction in Japan on 17 May 2017 for 2,840,000 YEN FOB. It was graded 4 B C. Total price at the time would have been approx. $45,500 landed and complied in Australia (calculated at a rate of 84 yen to the dollar), plus tyres and on road costs. This R32 GTR was eligible for import under the SEVS import regulatio...
May 18, 2017 /
2007 Toyota Mark X ZIO 350G wagon
This 2007 Toyota Mark X ZIO 350G wagon with just 26,237 kms was inspected for a client at JAA auction on 17 May 2017. It was graded 4.5 B B. Very clean and nice all round with regular service history at Toyota authorised locations. Non-smoker car. Very clean underneath. Some repaint to indicated to both sides due to scratches. Minor scratches to wheels, tyres in good condition. Very small dent to...
May 17, 2017 /
1995 Honda NSX NA1 Coupe
This very low km 1995 Honda NSX NA1 Coupe collector car with just 23,574 kms was inspected for a client at USS Nagoya auction on 12 May 2017. It was graded 4.5 B. It sold for 7,935,000 YEN FOB. Had it been eligible for import to Australia, total price would have been approx. $122,400 landed at the time (calculated at a rate of 83.94 yen to the dollar and including an allowance for Luxury Car Tax...
May 12, 2017 /
Geoff was my knight in shining armour, my guardian angel and my saviour when it came to sourcing and purchasing my Toyota Welcab in Japan. I speak Japanese and lived in Japan for many years but I didn’t know the first thing about how to get a car to Australia!
Geoff generously, tirelessly and patiently shared his sage wisdom and advice, helping me navigate the auction process as well as giving me the tips and tricks to buy directly from a dealer then export, since I really had to see and try the car to be sure it would suit my needs. The service from Geoff’s service providers has also been second to none – the export agent, shipping/import agent and compliance shop have all been efficient, responsive and respectful. My 2021 Toyota Sienta Type III is arriving any day now and I can’t wait to try it out! Geoff, I just want to fly to Perth and give you a big, warm hug! 🙂 Thank you so, so much!
Danielle