A change in the GBP/JPY exchange rate can add hundreds or even thousands of pounds to a JDM purchase. This guide helps you calculate the risk, find your tolerance and make a clear auction decision.

Thinking about buying the "New Copen" in the UK? This guide explains the four LA400 Copen models, how to plan your budget, and the difference between buying from UK stock and importing from Japan.

Looking for a classic JDM car in English only shows part of the picture. Discover how Japanese specialists, owners' clubs and communities can transform your search—and why modern translation tools make joining the conversation easier than ever.

Why the Search Is Not Always the First Step

Perhaps you have already spent hours searching for a car in Japan. You've searched Japanese classified websites, auction export services, social media and UK importers. You know the model you want.

The fifth piece of the LA400 Copen project, the 2015 Daihatsu Copen ROBE S, has successfully completed its MOT, and the DVLA registration form V55 has been sent out. The logbook will be issued in three weeks, and the license plate number will be determined then.

The final piece of our LA400 project has arrived in the UK: a 2015 Daihatsu Copen Robe S. This vehicle is significant for three reasons. Can you guess what they are? Those who have read our buyer's guide will be familiar with the answers.

What is the new Copen? Today, I'd like to write about the "new Copen." I chose this topic so you can learn more about the "second-generation Copen," which many of you refer to as the "new Copen."

The long-awaited rare model, a khaki-colored Daihatsu Copen XPLAY, arrived last week. We prepared the vehicle for its MOT test and then took it to the local MOT centre. Of course, there are no issues.

The long-awaited rare vehicle, the khaki-colored, lifted Xplay, has arrived! Of course, I also love the bright red 2020 GR Sport and the red Cero loaded with optional parts, which are already registered and on sale. For more details, please visit our showroom.

The registration process for our second-generation Copen used cars in the UK is going well. Yesterday, the 2015 Daihatsu Copen Cero (RED) received its logbook (V5C), and now we are just waiting for a new set of …

The registration process for our second-generation Copen used cars in the UK is progressing smoothly. First, the 2020 Toyota Copen GR SPORT (RED) has received its license plates, so we have updated our showroom page.

The 2015 Daihatsu Copen Cero LA400K (red) that arrived last week passed the MOT test, so we immediately submitted the registration application to the DVLA. Once registration is complete, we will know the license number,

The vehicle registration for the 2020 Toyota Copen GR Sport LA400A (red), which passed the IVA test on February 5th, is now complete. Wait, it's March 16th today, what have you been up to for over a month?

The RORO ship carrying the 2015 Daihatsu Copen Cero LA400K (red), which departed Yokohama Port in January, arrived at Bristol Port on March 10th. Customs clearance and duty payment have already been completed, so it has arrived

The 2015 Daihatsu Copen Robe S LA400K (in blue), which is equipped with several attractive aftermarket parts, has been loaded onto a ship bound for Southampton. We expect it to arrive in mid-April. Additionally, two Cero…

The 2015 Daihatsu Copen Xplay LA400K (khaki), fitted with a lift-up suspension kit, has finally been loaded onto a ship bound for Southampton. We expect it to arrive in early April. The WORK CRAG T-GRAVIC wheels,

The 2020 Toyota Copen GR Sport LA400A (red), which arrived at our garage on November 11th last year, passed the IVA test on its first attempt! Wait, it's February 6th today. What have you been doing for the past three months?

The 2015 Daihatsu Copen Robe S LA400K (blue), which we recently acquired at auction, has arrived at our partner Wadachi's inspection facility. Being a 2015 model, this vehicle is exempt from IVA inspection, allowing us to…