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Jurojin JDM Imports
We import JDM vehicles for Edmonton. Your dream JDM, our expertise.
Why… More and more people are getting interested in importing Japanese cars to Edmonton. It used to be safer to buy a car without seeing it, but not anymore. That’s where we can help! We’re experts who can be your eyes and ears, making sure you get the car you want. And don’t worry, we speak English.
How… In the past 5 years, we’ve made importing JDM cars to Edmonton really simple. You choose the car you want, we check it out for you, we buy it, you pay us, and then we bring your car to you.
Plus… We can bring in all kinds of vehicles from Japan, like sports cars, SUVs, small cars called Kei vehicles, and even work equipment. We can also bring in European cars with the steering wheel on the left side from Japan.
Scared to Buy Site Unseen?
At Jurojin JDM Imports, we simplify the process of importing a JDM car to Edmonton by providing a personalized experience to each customer.
We know it’s tough to buy a car without seeing it first. That’s why we’re dedicated to giving you the best service for importing Japanese cars. We really care about making sure the cars are top quality, in good shape, and that you’re happy with what you get. People all over Canada trust us because we’ve built a great name for ourselves. Our love for Japanese cars has helped us make our hobby into a thriving business, and we always make sure our customers get top-notch service.
Your feedback is really important to us, and we’re here to give you the best customer service possible. If you have any questions or need help, feel free to contact us anytime. We’re ready to help!
We handle the JDM paperwork
We do all the paperwork for you to avoid mistakes and make your life easier. Japanese paperwork can be confusing and extremely difficult to manage, papers must be translated and in proper format for customs/Border Service Agencies.
We handle JDM car shipping
We deal with the stresses of shipping logistics so you don’t have to. We arrange shipment from the auction house to the vessel, and the vessel to your city/country! We also handle all the shipping insurance so your car is safe.
Refundable Deposit
Our deposit is fully refundable with no time limit and absolutely no catches. Enjoy a fully tailored and unique shopping experience free of charge, if we can’t find what you’re looking for or you change your mind, that’s totally fine.
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Table of Contents.
- Why you should import a JDM car instead of buying locally.
- How to import a car from Japan to Edmonton.
- Rules & Regulations for importing a JDM car to Edmonton.
- The process of importing a JDM car, how to import with us.
- The JDM car shipping process.
- Shipping explained RO/RO VS Container.
- Our top pick of JDM cars to import.
- Frequently asked questions.
Why you should import a JDM car to Edmonton instead of buying locally.
You might wonder if it’s worth bringing in a car from Japan or if it’s better to just get one nearby. Here’s why we believe importing a JDM car is a good idea.
Nowadays, it’s quite simple to find and buy JDM cars in Canada, especially older models thanks to laws that let them be imported after 15 or 25 years. But in Japan, rules about older cars can make owning them pricey. That’s why there’s a big market for exporting these cars elsewhere.
Quality:
Used JDM cars from Japan are often top-notch when they go up for auction. Fans of JDM cars really believe there’s something special about Japanese cars – they say they’re super high-quality, with great technical designs and are really dependable. They also argue that cars made by Japanese companies for Canada and the U.S. aren’t as good as the ones made for Japan itself, called the JDM or Japanese Domestic Market. JDM cars are famous for being tough, efficient, and dependable. This is because of Japan’s culture and how much pride they take in their work. Japanese brands are known to be super reliable, mainly because they go through really strict quality checks before they’re sold to people.
Price:
Importing cars from Japan, whether they’re JDM or European, is often much cheaper than buying locally. This happens because cars in Japan lose their value pretty fast since they have strict tests for vehicles there. People in Japan sometimes find it more affordable to buy a brand-new car with a warranty every few years instead of paying for a tough and costly inspection. Some businesses take advantage of this and bring these cars to their home countries to sell them and make money. When you try to buy a JDM car locally, it can be hard to find the exact one you want. We believe that when you’re spending your money, it should be on something specific and exactly what you’re looking for. With so many cars being auctioned in Japan every week, it’s much easier for customers to find exactly the car they want.
How to import a JDM car from Japan to Edmonton.
Before you decide to bring your dream car into Canada, it’s crucial to think about the rules for importing cars. You should also know about the departments that take care of vehicle imports in Canada. Right now, there are two main departments: CBSA (Canadian Border Service Agency) and TC (Transport Canada). They make sure that import rules and other laws about vehicles are followed. There’s also CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency), which needs your car to be really clean – no soil, sand, dust, bugs, or plant stuff – before it crosses into Canada. This rule counts for all used cars, no matter where they’re coming from.
Rules & Regulations for importing a JDM car to Edmonton:
When it comes to bringing cars into Canada, there are some rules. Canada doesn’t allow cars that don’t meet the rules in the Motor Vehicle Safety Act to be brought in. But, if your car meets specific requirements set by Transport Canada and the Canada Border Service Agency, you can bring in cars easily. Here’s what you need to know:
- The car has to be at least 15 years old based on its manufacturing month and year, and it shouldn’t be classified as a bus. If it’s a bus, it needs to be made before 1971.
- If living in Quebec, the vehicle must be at least 25 years old based on its manufacturing month and year.
- Vehicle must pass radiation and soil exams.
- The vehicle must have air bags.
- The vehicle cannot have an after market steering wheel without airbags or aftermarket seats without airbags.
The process of importing a JDM car to Edmonton.
To start bringing in a JDM car, you need a reliable importer. For a fee of $1000 CAD, we can handle a bunch of tricky stuff for you, including:
- Making sure the car you want can actually be brought into your country.
- Understanding and explaining the info on JDM auction sheets.
- Talking to private sellers in Japan for you.
- Setting up a check of the car in Japan before you buy it (sometimes)
- Arranging for more pictures of the car in Japan, before or after you buy it (sometimes)
- Dealing with the paperwork for customs clearance
- Arranging for your car to be delivered locally when it arrives
Importers like us give you access to Japanese auctions where regular buyers usually can’t go.
How to import a JDM car to Edmonton with us.
Our import process is made as simple as possible for our clients, our mission is to make importing a JDM car as simplistic as ordering anything else online.
Step 1:
The process begins with you reaching out to us via one of the ways on our contact page, let us know the details of what you are looking for, we will give you a ballpark of what you can expect to pay and answer any questions.
Step 2:
You will then be asked to sign our import agreement as well as make a fully refundable $1000 deposit.
Step 3:
Once the deposit, and agreement are received the search for your new jdm car can begin. We have three different options, you can search yourself, we can search for you or you can buy from our inventory.
The search can take an unknown amount of time and depends on what you are searching for, however usually this takes one month or less – we will send you translated auction sheets, pictures, videos, and details of many different cars for you to choose from, as well as do pre-purchase inspections, and give our expert advice every step of the way.
Step 4:
Once we have found and decided on a car we will bid on your behalf, if we win you will have to pay in full for the car including all fees within four days of winning bid. we then will transfer the car to our lot in japan to inspect, clean, and get the car ready for shipment to Canada (Shipment takes 5-9 weeks on average).
Update Times
We update our clients whenever a car within the criteria comes up, and if there are none we update you every Monday and Thursday.
The JDM car shipping process.
Once the payments are all settled, we start getting your vehicle ready for shipment. We aim to put your car on the earliest ship available. Usually, the whole process—from start to when it’s delivered—takes about five to nine weeks. A week after your car sets off, we issue the bill of lading. When using us all you have to do is wait patiently! We handle everything
Customs Clearance:
When your vehicle reaches the port as per the scheduled plan we’ve shared with you, we will have a couple documents which will require a signature from you. Having these documents is really important for a smooth and hassle-free clearance from the port.
Shipping explained RO/RO VS Container.
Wondering how you should get your vehicle shipped to your country? Let’s have a look at two of the most common shipping methods used worldwide: Roll-on/Roll-off shipping and Container shipping. In the first section, we’ll discuss how both methods work and then we’ll evaluate the pros and cons of both shipping methods.
RO/RO:
In RORO (Roll-on, Roll-off) shipping, your car literally rolls onto the ship through a big ramp. It’s like parking in a huge space inside the ship called the cargo deck. There are lots of other vehicles there, and workers secure your car with straps to keep it still while the ship moves. Usually, your car keys stay in the ignition during the trip. The cargo deck is usually packed with tons of vehicles like cars, boats, trucks, and more. When the ship reaches your port, workers drive your car off the ship using a ramp and bring it to your destination.
Container:
Container shipping is a different way to ship your car. Unlike RORO, where cars are parked together in a big space, in container shipping, each car gets its own separate container. These containers have specific sizes, like 20 feet or 40 feet long. There’s no need for straps inside these containers because the car stays put. Nobody drives your car and the keys don’t stay in the ignition during container shipping. Instead of driving onto ramps, your car gets packed into a container and then lifted onto the ship by a special crane. When it reaches the port, another crane unloads the container, so there’s no need for workers to drive the cars out on a ramp.
Compare RORO vs Container
Availability
- RORO shipping is not available in some places, so it’s important to check its availability at your desired port before making any decisions. New vehicle manufacturers have priority with RORO so it’s not uncommon for grey market vehicles to have to wait weeks or months to get a place on the RORO ship.
- Container shipping is available in many countries as it doesn’t require special ports to accommodate loading ramps.
Time
- RORO shipping, when available, usually takes lesser time because the vehicles are simply driven onto the cargo deck and tied down for safety. There should be some gasoline left in your car, and it should be functional so it can be driven in and out of the vessel.
- Container shipping requires more time as it requires the vehicles to be separately packed into the containers and then loaded onto the vessel. There’s no need for any gasoline as container shipping doesn’t require any driving during the process.
Cost
- Roll-on Roll-off shipping is often considered as the most cost-effective solution for vehicle transportation across different countries.
- Container shipping is generally more costly as it requires a separate, dedicated container for your vehicle.
Extra Parts
- In RORO shipping, you can not leave any personal belongings and other material in the car, because the cars are open and there’s no safety of the material.
- Container shipping is slightly better in this regard because the cars are not left open in container shipping.
Ease vs Risk
- Due to the ease in loading and unloading, RORO shipping is considered as more convenient as it allows you to be able to immediately drive your car, right after the long overseas journey. However, if the vehicle has been lowered via aftermarket lowering springs or has low ground effects / body kits then you’re at the mercy of multiple drivers who will be responsible for loading/unloading your vehicle off ramps as quickly (not as carefully) as possible.
- The loading and unloading process is in Container shipping is not easy. It may require special tools and takes more time. However, if the vehicle you’re importing is highly modified or not running at all then you can take your time to carefully evaluate it’s condition prior to attempting to start the vehicle.
Car Height and Size
- Ro/Ro shipping is not available for vehicles which are too low and can’t safely make it up ramps, or vehicles which are too large and won’t fit on the ship.
Our top picks of JDM cars to import to Edmonton in 2023.
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Toyota Aristo
The automaker’s response to the luxury four-door sedan market, and in recent years it has become a favourite amongst the VIP tuning community. Although being produced for only 14 years, it left a lasting impression on everyone. Who doesn’t want a luxurious sedan that can be had with the iconic 2JZ engine straight from the factory? With the Aristo, you get both room and performance.
Subaru Legacy
In the 1990s, if you wanted an all-wheel-drive sedan or station wagon, the Subaru Legacy was the car to go for. It is available in sedan and station wagon body styles. A Subaru legacy is the car to go to if you feel that the Impreza is too small or expensive. It might not be as powerful as an Impreza, but it sure packs a punch. Since production started for the Legacy, there has always been an STI tuned spec and turbo spec Legacy.
Nissan fairlady Z
The 350Z rivalled cars such as the Porsche Boxster and various rear-wheel-drive muscle cars in the US, such as the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger. Production ended in 2008, and the 350Z was replaced by the 370Z, then replaced by the current Nissan Z (400Z). If you are looking for a project drift car or streetcar on a budget, the 350Z or 370Z is perfect.
Honda Civic Type R
The EK9 was one of the best performance hatches to come out of Japan during the 1990s. Good ones are becoming harder and harder to find and the car has become somewhat of a classic.
Honda introduced the EK9 Civic Type R in 1997 and it shared many characteristics with the Integra Type R. The car was put on a serious diet and anything unnecessary, such the sound deadening was removed.
Toyota Crown
If you are looking for a car that provides luxury motoring without breaking the bank, a Toyota Crown athlete V boasting a 2JZ-GTE could be just what you need. The Crown is Toyota’s longest-running model and is a popular choice with Japanese buyers.
Nissan skyline GT-R
The R35 needs no introduction and is now importable to Canada. The GT-R model featured a completely different design, which separated it from the rest of the Skyline lineup. Under the hood was a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6, which delivered 485 HP in early models. The current cars have their engines producing 575 HP, and there is even an insane 720 HP version called GT-R50 (exclusive 50th-anniversary model).
Frequently Asked Questions
These are a few of our mostly commonly asked questions.
The simple answer is yes. Several cars that go through auction will have unknown mileage though. This will always be mentioned on the auction sheet. Check on the auction sheet beside the mileage for these marks – *, #, $. Our translation will always clearly state it as well.
The seller writes half of the sheet and the auction inspector writes the other half. The seller writes the car info, sales points, and notes. The inspector writes the condition report and diagram notes. The inspector also checks the info written by the seller to make sure it’s correct.
yes you can, The auction is a third party. That means they are not affiliated with the seller. In fact, the auction gets paid whether the car sells or not. There are over 100 auctions across Japan. They are in competition with one another. If the inspections were not trust worthy at that auction, buyers would stop buying from them.
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It happens from time to time when the inspector misses something on the auction report. If this happens, we can claim to the auction. Providing the auction allows for the claim, we can either be awarded a monetary refund, or the option to return the vehicle. Note that cars over 10 years old usually don’t qualify for claims on the condition of the vehicle, or the vehicle’s mechanical condition.ferent JDM car auction houses in Japan, some of them are USS, HAA, JU, TAA, ARAI, BAY AUC and many more. We can also source from local JDM car dealers stock too.
We will translate the sheets for you. This includes the sales points, notes, report, and the Japanese on the diagram notes. Note that Jurojin imports does full translations of the auction sheets. Most exporters only partially translate the sheets and some don’t at all.
Different auctions have slight differences in there sheets, but for the most part, this is not necessary to pay attention to in order to buy a car. The same basic formula is shared between all the major auctions.
You can buy any grade car that you like. Some people want pristine cars, some want project cars, and there are customers everywhere in between. What I have seen however is that most people buying lower grade cars end up not being completely satisfied. Unless you are an expert in building cars, it’s easy to fall into the trap of not realizing how much is involved in bringing life back into a car.
Be careful looking at the pictures of the car. The true vehicle condition is not accurately shown in the pictures. Get in the habit of reviewing the auction sheet body diagram in detail instead of looking at the pictures to gauge the quality of the vehicle. Auction sheets always describe even the smallest flaws and issues in detail, so its best to cross examine using both.
Is importing a JDM car expensive?
Lots of people believe getting a car from a faraway place and bringing it to Canada would be super pricey. But surprise! It’s actually a smart money move. It’s way cheaper, even after you count all the costs. And here’s the bonus: the cars are in awesome shape and have way less mileage than the local ones.
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Right now is a really good time to think about getting a JDM car. These cars from Japan have become super popular lately, and it’s no wonder why. They’re special and a lot of people want them because they’re different—they’re fast, cool-looking, and have new ideas that regular cars don’t. More and more of these cars are showing up for sale because so many people are interested. Plus, collectors think these cars will be worth even more money in the future. So, if you’ve been dreaming of having a JDM car, getting one now could make you really happy and might even be a smart move for your money later on. This is your chance to get one of these awesome cars while they’re really popular!
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No task is too big or too small for our dedicated team of experts. We are here to assist you with any need you may have. Whether it’s a minor inquiry or a major project, we are ready to lend a helping hand. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us and experience the exceptional service we offer. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!