European Supercars Re-Imported from Japan: G63 AMG, Porsche 911 & Lamborghini Huracán at Up to 40% Below EU Prices

Most people assume Japanese car imports only flow one way: JDM right-hand-drive vehicles heading to Europe. But there’s a lesser-known reverse trade that savvy buyers are quietly exploiting — European left-hand-drive supercars that were originally exported to Japan, and are now coming back to Europe at significant discounts.

Japan’s ultra-wealthy collector class has long imported European exotics for showroom displays, private collections, and occasional track use. Because LHD cars cannot be easily registered for daily road use in Japan (which drives on the left), these vehicles accumulate very low mileage, are meticulously maintained, and — crucially — attract far less bidding competition at Japanese auctions than they would in Europe. The result: savings of 20–40% versus equivalent EU market prices, on cars that are already European-spec and LHD-ready.

1. Mercedes-AMG G63 — The Ultimate Luxury SUV at a Discount

The G63 AMG (W463 generation, 2018–present) is arguably the most desirable luxury SUV in the world. In Europe, used examples with 20,000–40,000 km command prices that barely budge from new. In Japan, the story is different. Wealthy Japanese buyers imported G63s in significant numbers during the peak years, and a steady flow of LHD examples now appears at Japanese auction houses — often with under 15,000 km, full dealer service history, and every factory option ticked.

• Japan auction price (Grade 4–4.5, under 20,000 km): €95,000–€130,000
• Estimated landed cost to Europe (incl. shipping, duty, VAT): €115,000–€155,000
• EU market asking price (comparable spec): €160,000–€210,000+

The G63 is also one of the easiest European cars to re-register in the EU — it already meets all Euro 6 emissions standards, has EU-spec lights and speedometer, and carries its original Certificate of Conformity. In most countries, the process is straightforward. It’s the closest thing to a “plug and play” import you’ll find.

2. Porsche 911 (992 & 991.2) — Japanese Collectors’ Loss, Your Gain

Porsche’s 911 has always attracted Japanese collectors, and the 992 generation (2019–present) is no exception. Carrera S, Carrera 4S, and Targa variants regularly appear in LHD specification at Japanese auctions, with the kind of low mileage and condition that EU buyers can only dream of finding locally. The 991.2 (2016–2019) offers even stronger value — particularly Turbo S and GT3 variants that are simply not available at these prices anywhere in Europe.

• Japan auction price (992 Carrera S, Grade 4.5, under 10,000 km): €90,000–€115,000
• Estimated landed cost to Europe: €110,000–€138,000
• EU market asking price: €140,000–€175,000

3. Lamborghini Huracán — Italian Supercar, Japanese Price Tag

The Huracán (2014–present) is the most commonly available European supercar in Japanese auctions. LP 610-4, LP 580-2, Evo, Evo Spyder — all variants appear regularly. Because the Huracán is a highly desirable but ultimately produced-in-volume supercar (by Lamborghini standards), Japanese collectors cycle through them, creating a consistent supply at auction. LHD examples sit lower on the Japanese desirability scale and are priced accordingly.

• Japan auction price (Huracán LP 610-4, Grade 4, under 10,000 km): €130,000–€165,000
• Estimated landed cost to Europe: €155,000–€195,000
• EU market asking price: €195,000–€260,000

One important note: Lamborghinis from Japan will require a pre-purchase inspection (we arrange this at our partner facility in Japan before bidding). The cars are genuine EU-spec vehicles, but we verify VIN, check for any unreported bodywork, and confirm service records with the Italian manufacturer’s database.

Why Are These Cars So Much Cheaper in Japan?

It comes down to three structural factors that create the pricing gap:

1. LHD is impractical in Japan. Japan drives on the left, so a left-hand-drive car places the driver away from the kerb — making parking, toll booths, and drive-throughs difficult. Japanese buyers pay a discount for this inconvenience, or avoid LHD altogether. Their loss is your gain.

2. Low domestic resale market. When a Japanese collector wants to sell their LHD European exotic, their pool of domestic buyers is tiny. The car typically ends up at auction, where competition from Japanese bidders is limited — keeping hammer prices well below what the same car would achieve in Germany or the UK.

3. Japan’s Shaken system incentivises low mileage. Japan’s mandatory biennial vehicle inspection (Shaken) is expensive and adds costs for older vehicles. Many collectors keep mileage extremely low to reduce wear and maintain inspection costs. Cars that were “garage queens” in Japan arrive in Europe with barely run-in engines and immaculate interiors.

What’s the Import Process for These Cars?

Re-importing a European LHD car from Japan follows the same process as any Japanese import, with one major advantage: EU type approval is typically already in place. Here’s the typical timeline:

• Week 1–2: We identify suitable vehicles at auction, share translated inspection reports and photos, and bid on your behalf.
• Week 3–6: The vehicle is shipped RoRo or in a container from Yokohama, Osaka, or Nagoya to Rotterdam, Bremerhaven, or Antwerp.
• Week 7–9: Customs clearance (10% import duty + local VAT), any minor EU compliance adjustments (often minimal for European-spec cars), and pre-registration inspection.
• Week 10–12: Registration with your local authority and door-to-door delivery.

Total end-to-end time is typically 10–14 weeks from auction win to your driveway — shorter than ordering many of these models new from a dealership.

Is This Legal? Is the Car “Clean”?

Absolutely. Re-importing a European car from Japan is entirely legal and straightforward. We verify every vehicle against the European stolen vehicle database (Interpol and national registries), confirm the VIN matches the manufacturer’s records, and check that no outstanding finance is registered against the vehicle in any EU country. You receive a full import file with all documentation, translated and apostilled where required.

These are genuine European-market vehicles with clean histories — the only “complication” is the paperwork of re-importation, which is precisely what we handle for you.

Start Your Search Today

If you have a specific European supercar in mind — a particular colour, specification, or year — send us the details and we’ll monitor the Japanese auctions on your behalf. We have live access to USS, TAA, and HAA auction data, and we alert you as soon as a matching vehicle appears. There is no obligation and no fee until we find the right car and you decide to proceed.

The savings on a single car — often €40,000–60,000 versus the equivalent EU listing — more than cover our full end-to-end service fee. For buyers in the supercar market, it’s one of the most effective ways to acquire the car you want at a price that makes financial sense.