Buying a quality Japanese used car is simple and safe. Here's exactly what happens from your first message to driving your new car.
Use our AI search — just describe what you need in plain English. Our system matches you with the best vehicles from Japan.
💡 Try: "I need a 7-seater SUV for Kenya under $8000" or "Toyota Prado 2018 white"
We send you detailed photos, Japan auction grade, mileage verification, and our team's personal inspection notes. No surprises.
💡 Every car has a Japan Auction Sheet — we translate it for you
Pay by bank transfer (TT) or mobile money (M-Pesa, Airtel). We issue a formal invoice and receipt. Your car is reserved immediately after payment.
💡 We accept USD, KES, TZS, UGX, ZMW, NGN — no hidden fees
Your car is loaded at Osaka or Nagoya port. We send you the Bill of Lading and tracking number. Typical sea voyage: 3–4 weeks to Mombasa or Dar es Salaam.
💡 You can track your vessel live at marinetraffic.com
Our local offices in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Nigeria handle all customs paperwork. We guide you through port charges and duty payment step by step.
💡 We stay with you until you drive away — no extra consulting fees
We understand paying overseas feels risky. Here's how we protect you:
Formal Invoice Before Payment
We send you a signed invoice with car details, price, and our company stamp before you transfer any money.
Bill of Lading After Shipping
Once your car is loaded, we send the official shipping document (B/L) — legal proof your car is on the vessel.
Live Vessel Tracking
Track your car's ship in real-time at marinetraffic.com using the vessel name we provide.
Local Office Support
Our physical offices in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Nigeria are there if you ever need face-to-face help.
What happens after you pay
Payment confirmed — car reserved for you
Car prepared, documents ready, loaded at Japan port
Vessel departs Japan — tracking number sent to you
Vessel arrives at Mombasa / Dar es Salaam port
Customs clearance completed with our local team
Car delivered — you drive away!
Everything African buyers ask before their first purchase