Japan → New Zealand & Australia

Import your next car, straight from Japan!

Explore a huge selection of Japanese vehicles, with over 500,000 auctioned every month. From reliable daily drivers to dream supercars, get direct auction access and find your next car at the right price.

Browse Japanese vehicle auctions for free · No commitment until you place a bid

Three imported Japanese performance cars parked under the Urban Imports sign in the Auckland garage
500,000+vehicles at auction every month
350+direct imports delivered
3,000+orders placed
9 yearsin the trade
Why buy through us

We’re not a traditional car dealer.

We’re your dedicated vehicle sourcing partner, providing expert guidance and personalised support to help you secure the right vehicle at the right price, tailored to your exact preferences and requirements.

A Nissan Skyline raised on the hoist above a Lancer Evolution in the Urban Imports workshop
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Professional interpretation

Every auction sheet, including vehicle grades, damage reports, inspector notes and repair history, is carefully translated and interpreted by our team, giving you professional insight and informed guidance before we place a bid.

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Direct auction access

Gain access to Japan's live vehicle auctions and explore over 500,000 vehicles auctioned every month. Browse freely with no obligation, and commit only when you're ready to place a genuine bid.

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Real enthusiasts, real people

Your import is handled by genuine automotive enthusiasts with over 9 years of industry experience, backed by our background running a dedicated car dealership. We combine professional expertise with a real passion for cars to deliver a seamless importing experience.

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Handled end to end

We manage every stage of your import, including shipping, documentation, compliance and transport. You'll always know what happens next, with clear communication and transparent costs at every step.

The auction process

6 simple steps to source your dream car!

  1. 01

    Register

    Create a free live auction account, where you can view, manage and place bids on vehicles.

  2. 02

    Authenticate

    New accounts start as guest accounts, and bids placed without an active deposit are not treated as legitimate by the Japanese auctions. To activate bidding, a $1,000 deposit in your local currency is required. This is not a fee — the full deposit is credited toward your vehicle purchase and is fully refundable if we don't win your vehicle.

  3. 03

    Bid

    Bid with confidence within your budget. Our team reviews and interprets each auction sheet, giving you expert guidance before you bid. Prefer a fully managed service? Share your preferred specifications and budget, and we'll handle the bidding for you.

  4. 04

    Payment

    Once you win at auction, we issue you an invoice, which must be paid within 3 days.

  5. 05

    Shipment

    Once payment has cleared, we courier the vehicle's import documents directly to your nominated address via DHL, FedEx, UPS or DMS. Shipping typically takes around 3–4 weeks, depending on the shipping schedule and destination.

  6. 06

    Receive your vehicle

    Once your vehicle arrives at your destination port, you can manage the compliance process yourself, or our team can guide you through each step for a smooth, straightforward process.

Delivered

Imported by us. Driven by you.

What customers say

Real customers, real imports, real reviews.

Very happy with the results thanks to their hard work and patience.

Johny helped me find a great deal on an imported s2000. Went above and beyond. Would recommend if you are looking to import a performance car - they know their stuff!

Jason Madrigal

Best experience I’ve ever had when purchasing a car.

The team is very professional and took great care of me. Jackie was able to provide me with a deal that had my best interest in mind. It is evident that the vehicles they import have been taken care of and well looked after by them, giving you the peace of mind to buy in confidence.

Benny Jekel

Awesome experience, great easy and fast customer service.

Purchased a mps3 in fantastic condition, helped me sort financing and had the car with a fresh rego, warrant and detail within 48hrs.

Michael Fajardo

The quality of the cars are showroom condition.

A couple of my friends have got their R34 Skylines and an Evo 10 from here, the quality of the cars are showroom condition. Their office setup is really cool too.

Liam Smart

Made the car buying process so straight forward.

Thanks for the team at Urban Imports for making the car buying process so straight forward. The team payed close attention to what I wanted & were able to help me decide on the right car for me.

Johnny Chao

They know what their customers want.

Very nice amount of JDM cars. They know what their customers want.

Samuel W. S. Soon

Amazing service and great quality cars.

Bought a car from them, amazing service and great quality cars. Team is amazing. Highly recommend them!

Wes Klopper

Quick finance, no muck around.

Quick finance no muck around just the way I like it.

Malay Patell
Johny Chhy, founder of Urban Imports, standing between imported cars in the garage
The founder

Johny Chhy

Urban Imports was established in 2017 as an import-to-order service, helping customers import the vehicles they wanted while giving them access to a wider range of options at competitive prices.

In 2020 we expanded into a full dealership, supplying more than 300 vehicles to customers. In 2023 we evolved again, launching our current platform: a live bidding system connected directly to the Japanese vehicle auction houses.

What sets Urban Imports apart isn’t simply the technology. We are your local vehicle importing partner, dedicated to helping you find the right vehicle at the right price — based on your budget, specifications and requirements.

We’re no longer a traditional dealership focused on selling you an up-market vehicle at a premium price. Our model is built around a small fixed service fee, so we can focus on finding the best possible vehicle and deal for you.

From sourcing and auction bidding through to inspection, shipping and delivery, our goal is simple: to give you greater choice, greater transparency and better value.

Start here

Tell us where it’s going and we’ll tell you what’s possible.

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No obligation

Complete the enquiry form with your destination, preferred contact details and vehicle requirements. Our team will review the details and provide you with a realistic, transparent estimate of the total landed cost, so you know exactly what to expect.

WhatsApp is our preferred contact method for fast communication and file sharing. We do not respond to SMS or landline calls.

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