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Rupewrecht 10-05-2008 05:28 PM

[READ ME] Yahoo Japan Auctions - Buying from Japan, Costs and Links
 
How to Buy things from the Yahoo Auctions:

I offer a service that enables you to buy anything from Japan that isn't available through normal channels.
99% of Japanese sellers will not ship overseas, and 99% off the time you'd need to know Japanese in order to be able to communicate with them, plus sellers don't deal in Paypal and wont accept money orders etc.

I can buy anything from:
• Yahoo Japan Auctions
• Goo
• Upgarage, Tyre Ichiba etc
• Any workshop that has a web presence - Maruha, KG Works, Rauh Welt etc
• All manufacturers - Mazda, Toyota, Nissan etc
• and any current manufacturer of new parts - Rays, Enkei, Mazdaspeed, Nismo, TRD, HKS - you name it.
• plus anything non-car-related as well.

For Auctions:
All you need to do is work out what you want to spend on an item to get it to your door.
I will quote you a price (or range of) to get it to you via various methods, and you can then work out what your budget is (as these are auctions, and so you can be outbid by other bidders).
I will then take bid/s within your budget.

Depending on your location:
• All items come in from Japan via Sea/container into Melbourne, where you can then pick them up or i send them to you.
• Once arrived - and depending on size - i ship at cost via Australia Post or via an insured courier service direct to you.
• Or if you are located overseas, i can ship direct from Japan to you, anywhere in the world.

When i list an auction you will find that at the bottom i will give a cost for the item in Yen (¥) and AUD ($). This is not the landed cost. If i say 'Current price is...', this means someone has already placed a bid, and you will have to beat their unknown maximum. Some auctions will also have a 'Buy-It-Now' price, but this is reasonably rare.

There is no sniping possible with the YJ Auctions - any opposing bid placed in the last 5 minutes of the auction will extend the auction another 5 minutes - so that if you were outbid, you've got enough time to place a new bid. This means that auctions can theoretically run for another 30 minutes or more after the original auction end time, as bidders keep outbidding each other.
Plus, the Buy It Now price stays available for the duration of the auction, and cannot be exceeded.

The minimum cost for anything is around AUD$55 for anything starting from 100yen/$1. But it all depends on size/weight really.

Shipping costs/fees rise with the selling price of the item, but are generally double the item cost - except for small items (where costs will be higher) or large items like panels/a set of wheels (which will be under the 'double' figure). But it all really depends on the Yen vs AUD at the time.


Costs involved in buying an item:

• The purchase price
• Agent's commission - 15% or AUD$10, whichever is greater
• My commission - 10% or AUD$10, whichever is greater
• Postage to the agent in Japan
• Freight to Australia via container, import duty, GST, and freight from me to you
OR
• Direct from Japan to you via EMS (Express Air) or Surface Mail (Sea)


Costs involved in buying a car/halfcut:
• Car cost
• Freight from seller to yard in Japan – 20-30000yen
• 15% car cost for Japan commission
• Import duty and GST
• AUD$2300 to cut the car in half, container transport plus disposal of back half in Japan (if front halfcut only wanted). Add $600 to transport the back half over here later.


How to pay for stuff

If you're a first-time buyer, i'll generally ask for a deposit before placing a bid. Paypal is best for this as it's instant. If it's for an item that i can probably sell myself, i wont bother, but if it's something obscure i'll require one (in case you run off and don't pay!).

Once the auction is won, bank transfer is preferable if in Australia, otherwise Paypal for all overseas transactions, or Western Union if you're comfortable using that. Paypal does incur a 3% charge though. Payment within 7 days is appreciated, but if it's a $500+ purchase then we may be able to work something out. I am not a bank - i need to pay for items within 14 days myself

Generally you will be billed for 'landed' cost, with domestic or international shipping to be worked out afterwards. I have no precise way of knowing that shipping cost until i have weighed (and repackaged properly if necessary) the item/s. There are exceptions - if i've received a similar item before i will make an educated guess on shipping cost.


Shipping:
Yes, i can ship worldwide. Please ask for a quote!
Shipping methods from Japan, direct to you: EMS (Express Air), SAL (Slow Air), Sea, LCL (Less than Container Load).
Shipping Methods from/within Australia: ECI (Express Courier International), Air, Sea, Courier.


Contacting me
A) Send me a PM if it's something you've found that you want, or
B) Leave a post in the relevant thread if it's something i've posted.
C) Send an email to jdmparts[AT]rupewrecht[DOT]com


DISCLAIMER:
I cannot be held responsible for the quality or fitment of items purchased off the Yahoo Japan Auctions. Unfortunately it's part in parcel with buying overseas - you have to trust the seller has listed the item accurately and truthfully. With the small commissions I charge, I'm unable to offer warranty or returns for damaged, incorrect or faulty items. By using my service, you waive all rights to a refund or exchange - you buy at your own risk!


Translators:
For a Japanese to English translation, you can use
Babelfish - http://babelfish.altavista.com/
Google - http://www.google.com.au/language_tools?hl=en
Foxlingo - http://www.concisefreeware.com/foxlingo.php


How to read an auction:
I've been meaning to do this for a while, and thought it might help a few people when viewing an auction link.

http://rupewrecht.com/forsale/YahooUserGuide.jpg

Mc_Nuggets 27-07-2008 03:55 AM

ooo thats sic bro u know how hard ive been trying too do dat


the google one it the best it translates the full page

Rupewrecht 22-10-2008 11:33 AM

I figure because i don't list everything, there will be always things that you may want that i wont list. Using these links will also give you an idea of all the rubbish that i search through to find the interesting stuff!

Model-specific parts
CBA Lantis - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ce&s1=end&o1=a
BG Astina - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...&xargs=2&b=101
Familia (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...merce&slider=0
BF Familia - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
BG Familia - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
BHA Familia - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
BJ Familia - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
BJ Familia S-Wagon - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ce&s1=end&o1=a
Ford Laser (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...merce&slider=0
Capella (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
MX-6 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Eunos (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Eunos 30X - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Eunos 500 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Eunos 800 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Milenia - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Demio (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Verisa - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Festiva - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Roadster - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
RX-7 (all) - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
FC RX-7 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
FD RX-7 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
RX-8 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Atenza - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Axela - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce


Mazda Parts Categories
Engine - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Seating - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...p&apg=2&mode=1
Suspension - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Steering - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Clothing - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ce&s1=end&o1=a
Badges - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...p&mode=1&apg=1
Foglights - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Gauges - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...p&mode=1&apg=1
Aero - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Interior - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Promo - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Catalogs - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...p&mode=1&apg=1
Air Filters - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1
Tail lights - http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...ale=0jp&mode=1


Mazda Tuners
Mazdaspeed - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ce&s1=end&o1=a
AutoExe - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
RE Amemiya - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Maruha Motors - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Garage Vary - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
M2 - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce
Nakamae - http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...ab_ex=commerce


Anything you've found in here that you want, shoot me a PM rather than clutter this thread, please.

Some search terms:
Lantis - ランティス
Astina - アスティナ
Familia - ファミリア
Atenza/Mazda6 - アテンザ
Axela/Mazda3 - アクセラ
Demio/Mazda2 - デミオ
Mazdaspeed - マツダスピード or mazdaspeed
Roadster/MX5 - ロードスター
Milennia - ミレーニア
RX7 - RX7 or RX-7 or FD3S
RX8 - RX8 or RX-8 or SE3P
Eunos - ユーノス

marcs_sp20 22-10-2008 12:24 PM

You are an absolute legend Rupe!!! :D:D:D

Rupewrecht 21-04-2009 08:37 PM

Buying parts from other Japanese parts websites

Yes, i can help you there too. Any website you find with a listing for a part, i can get that part. Sometimes it might take a few days, but it can certainly be done.

UpGarage
One of the large range of secondhand parts in Japan, will stores all over the country. Excellent descriptions/photos.
Lantis - http://www.upgarage.com/upgarage/sto...&msidx=1&type=
Familia - http://www.upgarage.com/upgarage/sto...&msidx=1&type=
Mazdaspeed - http://www.upgarage.com/upgarage/sto...&msidx=1&type=

Goo-Net
A dealer in cars and predominantly new parts. Descriptions/photos aren't usually as comprehensive though.
Lantis - http://gooparts.com/cgi-bin/full_sea....x=0&image.y=0
Familia - http://gooparts.com/cgi-bin/full_sea....x=0&image.y=0
Cars - http://www.goo-net.com
Parts - http://www.gooparts.com

Tire Ichiba
Lots of secondhand rims, cheap.
http://www.tire-ichiba.co.jp/

Croooober
Pulls listings from UpGarage + others, new and used
https://www.croooober.com/

Rupewrecht 16-03-2010 02:47 PM

Just updated the 'Reading an Auction' picture up the top, as the auction look & feel has been changed for...i dunno, a year? :rolleyes:

MazdaGTI 17-03-2010 01:39 AM

Can google translator translate this auction page readible to english, have you tryed?

RustyKaos 17-03-2010 05:25 AM

Google translator does a decent job of it. Well enough to understand what they mean anyway.

Rupewrecht 17-03-2010 05:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MazdaGTI (Post 228949)
Can google translator translate this auction page readible to english, have you tryed?

Of course, but translators don't translate images, and are only 70% accurate at best

Simondo 17-03-2010 11:15 PM

Rupe - If only we had a man like you in the UK!

Rupewrecht 14-04-2010 02:31 PM

Hmm, somehow i've never added the Wheel searches here:

Rims
http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...-category.html

Rims with tyres:
http://list1.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp...-category.html

How it's broken down within those links:

Example:
- 15inch
-- 4 stud
---- OEM
---- Aftermarket
---- Spacers/centre caps etc
-- 5 stud
---- OEM
---- Aftermarket
---- Spacers/centre caps etc
-- Other Stud Patterns
--- OEM
--- Aftermarket
--- Spacers/centre caps etc

Things of note:
- Most wheels aren't listed as "4x100" or "5x114.3" in the description - so be sure to check the stud pattern description within the auction item itself
- Most wheels are listed by Wheel Model Name, but often things can be found by a Car Model as well (a lot of the oldschool rims are listed this way)
- Usually wheel brand are listed under Japanese characters, but sellers will also list as only the English words so it's worthwhile searching both.

Useful words:
- Old Vehicle - 旧車 (good for the oldschool SSR etc stuff)
- Work - ワーク
- Equip - エクイップ
- RAYS - レイズ
- VOLK - ボルク
- Tecnocast - テクノキャスト
- Mesh - メッシュ (SSR Reverse Mesh)
- Enkei - エンケイ
- Centre Cap - センターキャップ
- Advan - アドバン
- Lightweight - 軽量
- Watanabe - ワタナベ
- Mazda - マツダ

jesiotrot 14-04-2010 04:39 PM

Ohhhh these links are not going to be too good on the bank balance lol, this is gonna keep me busy for a while!

Rupewrecht 16-07-2010 12:51 PM

Just a heads-up - the Yahoo Japan Auctions are changing the look and some functionality of they way they link, search and display stuff, so some of the links i posted above probably wont be working now. Once the whole of the auctions has changed to the new look, then i'll fix up the links etc. Pain in the ass!

mynameisdaniel 02-03-2012 03:45 PM

Any chance of a link to some Subaru Legacy (Liberty) parts, in particular the BL (or BP)?

Thanks :)

Clean_Cookie 02-03-2012 03:54 PM

Dangerous idea...!

Rupewrecht 02-03-2012 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mynameisdaniel (Post 285439)
Any chance of a link to some Subaru Legacy (Liberty) parts, in particular the BL (or BP)?

Thanks :)

Here you go:
Legacy BL parts
http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...merce&slider=0

That will bring up most (but not all) the stuff available for BL.

Mazda323fgtr 02-03-2012 09:59 PM

Yeah, Rupe is the BEST!!!!

Every item I bought was 1ßß% as he described!!! And he is the one who helps Europe to become EUNOS on the streets! :)

mynameisdaniel 02-03-2012 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clean_Cookie (Post 285440)
Dangerous idea...!

Yeah I know :p Kind of a good thing I've already worked out what I'm spending on the car for the next few weeks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rupewrecht (Post 285441)
Here you go:
Legacy BL parts
http://auctions.search.yahoo.co.jp/s...merce&slider=0

That will bring up most (but not all) the stuff available for BL.

Thanks, there's plenty there to keep me busy, lots of parts I haven't seen before ;)

Lachlan 03-03-2012 09:15 AM

Not sure where to post these but how much landed?

http://translate.googleusercontent.c...-XUE-_CSP2s8Zg

And it says 7" wide but i swore these were 7.5?

Rupewrecht 04-03-2012 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lachlan (Post 285469)
Not sure where to post these but how much landed?

http://translate.googleusercontent.c...-XUE-_CSP2s8Zg

And it says 7" wide but i swore these were 7.5?

Those are Atenza Sport, not MPS. $788 landed. Probably best to shoot me a PM, too :)


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