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  Is it sensible to buy an imported car? 31 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Should I stay clear from buying an imported car, like the Honda Fit (Jazz equivalent). What are the pros and cons? Is servicing and parts different, for...
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  Should I buy an imported MINI Countryman? 14 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently looking for a MINI Countryman and have one for sale that has been imported. It has low mileage and is a fair price. Should I steer clear?
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  Are imported cars worth buying? 21 May 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a used Volvo V70. There are a number for sale with lowish miles that look good but most seem to be imported from Japan. Are Volvos, originally...
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  Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? 4 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? I'm considering a Honda FR-V.
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  What is your opinion on importing cars from overseas auctions? 12 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a used Toyota Landcruiser from a UK company that buys at auction in Japan and then imports the car into the UK. Several UK companies...
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  Where can I sell my Honda Lagreat, which is a Japanese import? 14 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm trying to sell a 2003 Honda Lagreat Exclusive 3.5 VTEC but can't get a valuation, even from Honda, on a trade-in. What is the best way to get my car...
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  Export/Import 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a query regarding a car import. I purchased a new Honda CR-V ES in December 2007 from a garage in Leicester that has a licence to import Honda Cars....
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  Would importing a Nissan Silvia from Japan be profitable? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to know if importing a Nissan Silvia S13 from Japan would be profitable
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  Important a car from New Zealand - how do I do it? 11 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am moving to the UK from New Zealand and would like to bring my Volkswagen California with me. Do you have any advice as to how I do this?
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  Do Japanese imports have corrosion protection? 26 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Do imported cars from Japan such as 2015-2018 Volvo V40 and Volkswagen Golf have less corrosion protection that the equivalent UK models? Apparently salt...
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  My insurance company is disputing a payout on my Mitsubishi FTO - what should I do? 2 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Mitsubishi FTO last year, it's an N-reg. Another driver went into the back of me. Now my FTO has been written off by the insurance saying its...
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  Problems buying an import Civic? 18 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new Honda Civic 1.4 import with SE+ spec. Any obvious problems other than no spare wheel provided. Can this problem be solved...
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  Why is my imported Toyota Prius charged a higher rate of VED? 29 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased 2020 Toyota Prius imported and the road tax is £345 where as other vehicles paying £170 per year. Is there any way I can challenge...
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  Is it still worthwhile importing luxury cars from Europe into the UK? 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Some years ago I saved a considerable sum by importing a highly specced Mercedes-Benz from Holland. I am now looking at buying the new S-Class with the...
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  Volkswagen Golf Import from Motorpoint - can this be right? 18 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering purchasing a VW Golf R-Line through Motorpoint. It is an import and I will be the first registered keeper. Is it worth the OTR price saving?...
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  I've bought a car with missing MOT certificates - is this important? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a car and found that there are three MOT certificates missing. Is this important?
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  How do I get my car, which is registered in France, insured to drive it back to Scotland? 28 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm giving a 1991 BMW 5 Series to my brother-in-law in Scotland. The car has been French registered and is on French plates. How can he get British insurance...
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  What should I look for when buying an imported Honda Jazz Hybrid? 24 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My partner has seen a 61 plate Honda Jazz Hybrid online that has just been imported from Japan that she is interested in, it looks a very nice car and...
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  Do I have to pay import duty as well as the price of the vehicle? 26 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking about getting a Nissan Elgrand. Do I have to pay the duty on it as well as the price of the motor?
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  Is there a risk in buying a Japanese import? 28 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace our ageing Vauxhall Zafira and a local garage is selling Volkswagen models imported from Japan. Most have very low mileages but...