No, Japan is a right hand drive country so pretty much all Japanese imports are right hand drive. All the Jimny models we import are right hand drive.
Only the K15B engine models were available in the UK. The smaller R06A turbocharged version wasn't.
Japan is a temperate country. They don't use road salts on the roads like we do in the UK and therefore underside corrosion is often none to minimal.
The Japanese also tend to use public transport much more than us in the UK as it is much more reliable. This means most cars in Japan have a much lower mileage for the year than UK cars. Many of the 2013/14 cars we import have sub 50k miles on the clock. This means much less wear and tear on all components.
They also tend to be far more obedient and thorough than us in the UK and for that reason Japanese cars tend to be serviced at all the correct intervals and maintenance standards kept high.
Many of the cars we import have history in Japan, either with Suzuki themselves, or independent garages. Where possible we endeavour to get the service documents with the car, however this is not always possible. However you can rest assured that we will thoroughly inspect the car mechanically and that it will be serviced by us, with a new service book if it is missing.
Yes, Japanese Jimny's are identical to UK cars in terms of safety features and crash ratings. The Japanese MOT (Shaken) is far far stricter than a UK MOT, however we will have MOT’d your car on arrival in the UK on top of this. Newer cars will also go through an IVA test to ensure they meet UK standards, including the addition of factory fog lights etc which are often not a requirement in Japan.
As there are no official emission certificates on imports (even with an IVA test) it is done solely on the month and year of the vehicle.
All the Jimny models we offer meet Euro 6 standards.
No, with many companies now specialising in imported cars, it’s a competitive market – Nowadays, many main stream insurers will quote very competitively for ‘grey imports’ such as the Alphard or Elgrand MPVs (meaning cars never sold in the UK market).
Obtaining parts and independent and main dealer servicing is straightforward.
Yes, we have a 5 star customer satisfaction rating for a reason! All of our cars come with 12 months (or 12000 miles which ever is soonest) comprehensive warranty. We also offer 24, 36 or 48 month extensions.
Yes, we pride ourselves on our no compromise, detailed servicing which typically includes engine oil and filter, cabin filter and air filter We would also re-gas air conditioning, replace any wear and tear parts such as braking system components, suspension components and may others parts if required before the car leaves us.
We also are mindful of the replacement of timing belts in line with manufacturer service requirements, so you can rest easy and enjoy your new car for a decade to come.
Yes, are an experienced garage, carrying out advanced service requirements on a regular basis. We love adding customer requests for modifications. Check out our Upgrades page!
The navigation systems used in the Japanese models differ from the UK supplied. We fit a Pioneer touchscreen unit on all our Jimny imports.
Yes, we fit a UK mph fascia that meets DVSA and DVLA standards.
Yes, please ask us to do this BEFORE the application goes off to the DVLA.
Yes we can and we ONLY offer trailer delivery so your new car isn’t driven but safely transported with full insurance.
