Facts you need to know about JDM cars!

Facts you need to know about JDM cars!

JDM cars which stand for Japanese Domestic Market car are possibly some of the most sought after vehicles in the world. They may not be the fastest, hottest or the priciest cars in the world however the limited access the world has to these rides has made them desirable to drivers everywhere. The growing enthusiasm for buyers to purchase JDM cars could be due to various factors. The limited access to those outside of Japan is one main reason. Since many buyers have waited for JDM vehicles to become available, the fact that they are accessible now is creating a bit of frenzy!

If you plan on buying a car in Japan then here are some interesting facts about the JDM.

Japan makes tons of cars! If you compare Japan with a country such as the US the land area is much less in size. However, Japan is at number two in the world by manufacturing over 8 million cars annually. While the US records a mere 3 million productions a year.

Find a true JDM car! Those who know about JDM cars know what true JDM cars are. It is not an American or German car spruced with JDM parts, they are cars that are built with all parts Japanese so if it’s manufactured with parts of imported cars then it’s not a true JDM car.

Old JDM cars go to cemeteries… The ‘Kyusha cemeteries’ are where JDM cars stay during their final stages. Since the country has strict rules regarding old cars and you need to pay higher taxes as the car ages. This has opened further opportunities for JDM cars to spread across the globe. While Japan has no place for old high-powered cars, there are plenty of countries that welcome them with open arms.

JDM cars may not be traceable Unlike American and European cars, Japanese cars do not car a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). JDM cars have a chassis number that helps identify the model and brand of the car along with its engine number.

The real JDM symbol Many JDM car owners have the misconception that the green and yellow arrow sticker on their car is actually the JDM symbol. Amusingly this sticker with an arrowhead is the Wakaba mark. In Japan drivers need to have this sticker on before they obtain a driver’s license. It’s an indication that you are still learning to drive!

Real-life video games The popular video game Gran Turismo features a lot of real cars from the JDM. Interestingly, companies such as Lexus and Mazda have also been inspired by this video game for their card productions. Other countries that produce cars have started following their footsteps to the delight of GT fans.

Unique JDM parts The car parts for JDM vehicles are unique and are only sold for the Japanese domestic market. The vehicles and parts that are made in Japan for other countries are actually called J-Spec. The difference is generally the power of the car. Certain cars that are road-legal in Japan may not be in other countries.