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Some consumers are not too willing to buy things online because they are unsure about seller integrity. It’s true that there are fraudulent people who will do anything to trick others into giving large amounts of money for overpriced and defective items. The worst-case scenario is when product delivery doesn’t happen at all. How do you avoid this when buying a vehicle from Japan used car dealers? How can you protect yourself from being scammed? Let this article be your guide to finding exporters you can trust. Investigate. This sounds serious, but you will seriously give yourself a pat on the back if you do some investigative work prior to contacting a seller. If you already have a specific model in mind and you’ve seen a couple of “for sale” posts from two different exporters, the next best thing you can do is to do a background check on them. Here’s a useful tip: exporter credibility can be verified through the Japan Used Motor Vehicle Exporters Association, or JUMVEA. Exporters who are JUMVEA members have gone through an application procedure that required them to submit official documents, including a copy of their license to sell pre-owned vehicles. As JUMVEA members, these companies are oath-bound to follow the organization rules and uphold tenets on fair trade and ethical business practices. All of the JUMVEA members work together to keep the Japanese used car industry free from fraud and scams such as the selling of illegally-remodeled vehicles and those that have been reported as stolen units. JUMVEA is against illegal exports because it is harmful to the Japanese automotive business, and would not tolerate illegal acts. You can bet they are pretty strict when it comes to accepting new members. So, to make sure the company selling the car you like is legit, head on over to the JUMVEA website and check its list of member companies. If you find the company there, then you can go on introducing yourself to the seller as a potential buyer. Check description accuracy. While being a member of JUMVEA means an export company is already trustworthy, you can do some extra homework by reading up on the car you have your eyes on. Remember that because you are buying a pre-owned car, something about it may have been changed from the original. Though this is not likely to happen (Japanese used cars tend to sport all original parts), it never hurts to ask, and knowing the car’s specs will also help you make a more informed decision on whether the car is worth buying or not. Ask for a photo of the odometer to verify the number of miles run. Ask details about the car’s history (including accidents, if ever) and previous owner/car use, if possible. This information can tell you a lot about the car’s condition, even if you’re not there to check it yourself. Check feedback. Still wondering if you’re doing the right thing? Ask around! Customers may have left feedback on a seller’s profile page about their experience, so you can read all about it. Were they happy with the service or are they spewing off expletives? Use the customer testimonials about Japan’s used car exporters to your advantage, and stay away from the wayward ones. Remember, it’s better to be safe than sorry!
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