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JDM SUV vs Sports Car Import: How the Process and Costs Differ
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:49 PM
The 25-year rule applies equally to a 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R and a 1999 Nissan Patrol. On paper, the legal framework is the same. In practice, the financial exposure, shipping logistics, compliance pathway, and registration experience can be dramatically different depending on which …
Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear Import Guide: Japan's Adventure Van
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:39 PM
The Delica Space Gear fills a gap in the American vehicle market that no new vehicle currently addresses: a full-height passenger van with genuine four-wheel drive, a front-mounted engine, and enough interior space to sleep two adults without a tent. If you are already in love with th …
Importing Japanese 4x4s and Off-Road Vehicles: Complete Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Japan's domestic 4x4 market produced vehicles that the US never officially received, not because they were inferior, but because American buyer preferences and Japanese domestic engineering priorities diverged sharply during the years these trucks were built. The result is a category …
Importing JDM SUVs and Trucks to the USA: Models and Use Cases
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:20 PM
The JDM import market spent decades dominated by sports cars, Skylines, Supras, NSXs and that era is not over. But something has shifted. A growing share of buyers looking at JDM cars are moving past the coupes and toward the trucks, vans, and 4x4s that Japan built for its own domesti …
2001 Suzuki Carry Kei Truck: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:35 PM
The Suzuki Carry is one of the most recognisable kei trucks in Japan. Compact dimensions, simple engineering and low running costs made it a staple on farms, construction sites and in small businesses for decades.
Early 2001 Ferrari 360 Modena: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:34 PM
For many enthusiasts, the early 2000s Ferrari 360 Modena is the first “modern” Ferrari that still feels like a classic. Aluminium chassis, naturally aspirated V8, gated manual options and relatively usable ergonomics make it a realistic candidate for spirited road use rather than a st …
2001 Nissan Skyline R34: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:32 PM
For many JDM enthusiasts, a 2001 Nissan Skyline is not just another classic. It is the moment where the R34 era truly opens up under the 25‑year rule and moves from dream status into a realistic import plan.
Non‑Running European Project Cars: 2026 Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Finding a European barn‑find that does not run can feel like winning and losing at the same time. The car might be rare, correctly priced and exactly what you wanted, yet it will not start, steer properly or even roll without help.
Top European Ports for US Car Imports in 2026
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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Choosing the right European port is one of the most underrated levers in any Europe to USA car import plan. Two cars with the same purchase price can end up with very different landed costs simply because one left from the wrong port at the wrong time.
Bring Your European Daily Driver to the USA in 2026
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Relocating from Europe to the United States comes with enough moving pieces already. Deciding what to do with your European daily driver can feel like one decision too many.