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So You Wanna Import a JDM Car to Canada? Take this 10 min Course Before You Dive Headfirst into a Skyline or a $4,000 Prius.
A free 10-minute online course to help you figure out if JDM importing to Canada is for you.
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Jun 103 min read
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JDM Legends: Live Panel @ Anime North - May 24th, 2025
Learn the history behind JDM car culture and learn how to import a JDM dream for yourself Saturday May 24th at 1430 (2:30 pm) at Anime North 2025 !
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May 82 min read
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Beemers & Beamers: JDM Importing with MoodyE46
It’s our first interview — just two car nerds breaking down the import process in plain English for regular Canadians and enthusiasts
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Mar 201 min read
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The Prius Story: Calculating the true cost of an import from Japan to Canada.
Imported a 2009 Prius from Japan: low miles, no rust, but over budget. Storage fees, shipping woes, and was it worth it? Let's break it down
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Dec 19, 20246 min read
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JDM Dreams vs. Canadian Port Strikes: Why Your Japanese Import May Be Stuck in Limbo
Here is how the Vancouver and Montreal strikes are affecting your JDM car imports
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Nov 13, 20245 min read
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Paper Cuts: paperwork you need to get your car on Canadian streets!
gathering together all the documents Service Canada needs to register your car
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Jul 8, 20247 min read
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Japanese Auctions or Japanese dealerships? Comparing prices to get you the best deals.
Dare to Compare: When Auction Hunters Meet Middleman Markups? What's the real cost of cars purchased at JDM auctions versus Japanese...
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Jun 29, 20248 min read
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Hot Import Nightmares: Dealing with the hurdles of getting your vehicle through the Port of Vancouver
Looking at the difficulties during the customs phase of importing
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Jun 15, 20247 min read
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Lost in Translation: How a Tiny Agency Can Make or Break Your JDM Import
Transport Canada requires official translations for your JDM import; chances are, your translation from Japan may not cut it. It might...
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Jun 1, 20245 min read
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