Japan auctions
Japan runs the most transparent used-car auction system in the world. Everything hinges on a one-page inspection sheet written in a code most buyers never learn. Here’s the short version.
The system, briefly
Tens of thousands pass through each week, inspected by a neutral appraiser and given a sheet.
Overall grade, interior grade, verified mileage, and a map of marks — the single most useful document.
Lots move in seconds with fixed timing. Reading the sheet beforehand is where the work is.
Grades at a glance
Exceptional. Near-new condition with minimal wear.
Excellent. Light, expected use for its age.
Good, sound car. Normal marks; nothing structural.
Fair. More visible wear or small repairs to expect.
Repaired history. Read the notes carefully before bidding.
A grade is a fast summary, not a mechanical inspection or a promise. We tell you where the uncertainty is rather than paper over it — and never claim authority we don’t have.
Put it to use
Send us a car you’re considering — or ask us to find one — and we’ll walk through the sheet and grades with you before anything is decided.
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