About Auto Auctions Japan operates over 120 licensed vehicle auction houses, offering more than 150,000 used vehicles every week. The majority of Japanese vehicle traders and export companies source their inventory directly from these auctions, ensuring transparency, volume, and fair market pricing. Mandatory Vehicle Inspection Before any vehicle is listed for auction, it undergoes a strict and independent inspection conducted by the auction house. Because an auction house’s reputation depends on accuracy and trust, inspections are carried out impartially and professionally. Each vehicle is documented through an official Inspection Sheet and detailed vehicle photographs, typically including:

• Vehicle data (year/month of first registration, chassis number, verified mileage, etc.)
• Vehicle data (year/month of first registration, chassis number, verified mileage, etc.)
• Structural condition
• Cosmetic condition
• Mechanical condition
• Overall auction grade plus
• interior/exterior grading
• Equipment list (e.g., back camera, alloy wheels, options)
• Inspector’s notes (in Japanese — ABE JAPAN staff can translate accurately)

We recommend reviewing English samples of auction inspection sheets to better understand grading standards. Auction members may also inspect vehicles on-site prior to bidding, and buyers should always double-check target vehicles before bidding. Benefits of Buying Directly from Auto Auctions

• A safe and transparent purchasing process with independent condition reports
• Access to an extremely large and diverse vehicle selection
• More competitive pricing compared to dealer stock

How to Become a Free Member and Buy Directly from Auctions Please complete the inquiry form, and an ABE JAPAN INTERNATIONAL sales representative will contact you directly to guide you through the registration and bidding process.