Honda Kansai Auto Auction - the best place to find Japanese vehicles!
Established in 2001, Honda Auto Auction (HAA) Kansai is located in Kansai within the Honshu region in Japan. It is one of the well-known auto auction venues. With over two decades in the industry HAA is one of the top auto auctions in Japan offering high quality used Japanese vehicles at affordable rates. Specialised in the Honda brand HAA is all about offering buyers the best experience when purchasing fro the JDM.
The live auto auction Japan is organized every Monday and people can connect from around the globe via the Internet. If you are in Japan, you can visit the auction physically and choose the Honda of your choice. HAA enjoys a successful closing rate of 92% during an auction, which are clear indicators of the trust and reliability they have created over the years. Their customer base is growing and they are able to offer the best Honda vehicles allowing direct access to auction.
Grading system used in HAA and other auto auctions in Japan
Similar to other auto auctions, HAA follows a standard grading scheme in their vehicles.
The NAMA (National Association of Motor Auctions) vehicle grading is followed by auto auctions around Japan. This system is adopted to make sure that a one standard in followed by all auto auctions. The grading system is formulated to make sure all parties involved in the transaction benefits equally. The NAMA grading system helps identify the condition of the vehicle by everyone involved in the deal. Through the grading system, the buyer is able to identify the standard of the vehicle without in detail inspection. Through the grading system the buyer is able to select the vehicle of their choice from the shortlisted ones.
At a glance you will only see a bunch of letters and numbers on the grading sheet. The grading system is given for the mechanical quality and exterior quality of the vehicle.
Here’s how all auto auctions including Japan Motor grades the vehicles in their auctions:
Grade S or 7,8,9 – well these beauties are worth grabbing. The price will be higher since they’re brand new. The mileage of these grade vehicles will only be the amount taken for delivering the vehicle.
Grade 6 – vehicles that are graded under this number are very similar to the above ones. The price will be high but the mileage will be low.
Very similar to the above vehicle but the mileage will be a little bit higher
Grade 5 – This is the grade you will find a used car but with low mileage however you can look forward to a pristine condition
Grade 4.5 – Vehicles that are graded at this amount the mileage leads up to 100K and the condition of the vehicle can be graded as excellent
Grade 4 – At this grade it implies that the vehicle is solid regardless of the mileage of the car. The mileage maybe higher or lower but still it’s considered that the vehicle is in good condition
Grade 3.5 – the vehicle condition may be similar to a grade 4 but with a poor paint and panel work that may need to be fixed. The mileage of the vehicle will be on the high side.
Grade 3 – a vehicle under this grade will usually need some paint and panel work. The mileage will be pretty high. The grade goes down when panels are replaced so the vehicle may have a replacement.
Grade 2 – this is a grade given to vehicles that fall under the poor condition. They are not necessarily write offs. This is an indication that the vehicle condition has declined and it is in a poor condition. You can expect some corrosion or similar fault in these vehicles. Classics and older heavy vehicles come under grade two.
Grade 1 – If a vehicle has undergone major modifications then it will be graded as one.
Grade 0, A. R. RA – Vehicles that carry a repair history are graded under these categories. The repair can be a big one or a minor one.
Japanese auto auctions such as HAA takes responsibility for the vehicles they sell. They ensure that the information the bidders receive is accurate. This is why many people around the world choose to purchase used vehicles in Japan. You are getting the best vehicle at a price that is within your budget. You have the liberty to choose a vehicle with the best grading and suits your requirements. Used high quality cars are even a better option than a brand new because you may get a far better deal. Used does not mean the quality is not maintained, it only shows that the vehicle was pre-loved and passed onto another owner to be looked after carefully. Make the right choices on your investment and you can never go wrong.
Japan Motor Co., Ltd. www.japan-motor.com, having access to all auto auctions in Japan, is an agent for the purchase of used cars, motorcycles, machinery and the provision of export services to anywhere in the world.