Are you looking forward to buying a car? Buying a car is not so easy and even more difficult when you can’t decide whether to buy a new one or a used one. If that’s the case, let us help you with it.
Following is a recommendation towards buying new cars and buying Japanese used cars in Japan, outlining key features and pros and cons of both, helping you have a better understanding.
HOW TO BUY A JAPANESE NEW CAR?
People say that buying a new car is always better. You will find many leading companies selling new cars with a little difficulty. But remember one thing, it is highly complicated. Buying a new car comes with long and tiring paperwork. And if you’re a foreigner living in Japan, getting yourself a new car is not a good option. Why?
- Struggle due to the language barrier
- Difficulty in finance due to no or limited credit card history.
- In Japan, you will have to change the car after two, three years. With this situation, buying a new car is expensive than a used one.
HOW TO BUY JAPANESE USED CARS?
Buying a used car in Japan is not difficult. You can go to dealers, and then there are so many Auto auctions, which is on of the easiest ways to buy cars. The online auctions are readily available making buying Japanese used cars easier for anyone through dealerships. On the other hand, why one should or shouldn’t go for a used car? We have jotted down some pros and cons for you so, keep reading!
PROS OF BUYING JAPANESE USED CARS
1. LOW PRICE
One of the most convincing reasons for buying used cars is their low price.
2. READILY AVAILABLE
The bidding is carried out almost every week, so the cars are readily available.
3. SAVES YOU THE HASSLE
Japanese used cars come with a very interesting thing, they save you from the paperwork hassle, unlike new cars. What you have to do is fill a few forms and submit your documents. The rest of the paperwork will be done by your car dealer. And there you are, all set with your car without much hassle.
CONS OF BUYING JAPANESE USED CARS
1. NO TEST DRIVE
While buying a used car, test drives are usually not available. This way, the customer can never test their satisfaction with the vehicle.
2. LESS RESALE VALUE
In Japan, you can’t keep a car for more than a few years. If you do so, you’ll have to pay a huge amount of taxes. If you are buying a used car while selling it, you will have to sell it at a low price than the one you bought it with.
3. ONLINE AUCTIONS – READING AUCTION SHEETS
Buying a used car from an online auction can be a bit risky, if you cannot read Auction sheet which is in Japanese. However, you do not need to worry as your Auction agent or Supplier can translate it for you.
CONCLUSION
Japan has a unique transport system for its citizens in the metropolis. But in the urban areas, you will require a car of your own. You can either buy a new car or a used one. You’ve to choose for yourself which one to go for. If you go through the guide above, you will be able to make a decision easily. And if you require our advice on it, we’ll recommend you to go for used cars. They’re cheap, often come in good condition, and you won’t behave any problem while changing them.