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Japanese Classics LLC
2602 Deepwater Terminal Rd, Richmond, VA 23234, United States
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An
Review №1

Picking up my import was a very easy and seamless process. I was in contact with Dan for a few days and he gave me very helpful information on how to pay for and pick up the car. When I flew in Corey came to pick me up from the airport in the car I was purchasing. I thought that was a nice touch since if I didnt like the drive back to the dealership I hadnt agreed to anything yet.But I did enjoy the drive, the car looked better than I imagined for a 27 year old car. Will be buying from them again once something catches my eye.

An
Review №2

If you want a quality imported JDM vehicle, this is definitely the place to go. I live out of state and Alfie and Dan made the buying process easier than buying from a normal dealership in my area. I will definitely be a return customer in the future. Absolutely loving my 1996 Land Cruiser Prado.

Da
Review №3

The staff at Japanese Classics LLC are beyond helpful and knowledgeable on all their vehicles. Staff members asked all the right questions to guide me in the right direction. I found myself in multiple vehicles throughout a weekend and never once did I feel pressured to even buy. They are more than willing to put you in the right vehicle. I would recommend anyone buy their next vehicle at Japanese Classics.

Ma
Review №4

Great staff, quality imported JDM classics. The cars are inspected and made us road legal. No hidden stuff. If they find anything wrong, you know it.I drove to assist on a pickup. I definitely will return to buy from here.

Br
Review №5

Super good experience purchasing two different vehicles from these guys. Very helpful and transparent with the trucks and the transaction. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a rad JDM vehicle.

Ma
Review №6

I recently purchased a 93 Skyline from Japanese Classics and I couldnt be happier with the car or the buying experience everything was easy from start to finish. They were very friendly over the phone as well as very honest about the condition of the car. After purchasing my car they were very quick with getting it shipped, the car arrived later the same week. I cant recommend these guys enough if youre interested in purchasing an imported vehicle.

Do
Review №7

I recently bought a Toyota Celsior from Japanese Classics and I have no compliments. I was buying out of state so the thought of actually buying a car without seeing it was a little uneasy for me, but it was incredibly smooth. I worked with the internet sales manager Alfie, and he was very easy to work with. The one thing I will say if you plan to buy out of state and have it shipped is be patient. My process took about 3 weeks to complete simply because we would mostly communicate via email or call. I was also skeptical about the inspection that was going to happen due to the fact the inspector, Chris, works at Japanese Classics. But he was very harsh with his evaluation and honest. He was so honest I was actually surprised when I first saw it because for me it was in pristine condition, for my liking at least, and any damage or rock chip that was on the car Chris had already mentioned to me, and sent photos of. Overall it was a very positive buying experience for me, and I will 100% be calling again to get a new toy soon.

Wi
Review №8

Absolutely nothing but good things to say about these guys. I worked with Dan during my purchase and he went above and beyond what I expected or have experienced at other dealerships. These guys are so incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about these rare gems. Dan put me at ease through the entire process and made it the smoothest car purchase I’ve ever made. These guys import quality cars, and if you find an issue that they missed, they’ll do whatever they can to make it right. Don’t hesitate to do business with them, you wont be disappointed.

Ju
Review №9

Friendly staff and super transparent during the entire transaction. I was picked up at the airport in my car and received a tour of the shop when I arrived. I was able to inspect the underside of my car on their four post lift and was shown all documents on the car before purchase. This included auction sheets and customs releases. Dan was great during the whole process and Chris even bought me some lunch after I purchased the car. I was skeptical about this place before I arrived and even had a third party send me a carfax/auction sheet before I flew out. Nothing they told me was different from what I received from the third party I used. As I left I even received additional information on how to obtain certain parts which was super helpful.

Co
Review №10

I recently purchased a 1994 Silvia Qs S14 Type S with 39000 miles from these guys. Japanese classics was a absolute wonderful experience. They were very communicative, they answered all questions i had on the car and were incredibly informative. They even let me put the car up on a lift so i could have a proper i spection underneath. These guys dont buy junk cars. The car was beautful. I could eat off the interior if i wanted to. Please if your going to buy a car thats imported please buy from these guys. Japanese classics will treat you right.

Je
Review №11

The process Japanese Classics has in place for purchasing a vehicle without seeing it in person made me feel incredibly comfortable with the experience. The truck arrived in amazing condition. A++ would recommend, and I do plan on buying again from them in the future. Cheers!

Ma
Review №12

What an awesome place.! We did the daily 3pm tour of the facility and it was great. ! Got a chance to see some JDM Legends. The facility is clean, well organized, and easy to find. The main showroom was spotless. Would definitely stop there again. This time with a blank check to purchase something!

Ma
Review №13

10/10 great experience buying online, the staff was thorough and in regular communication with me which seriously eased my anxiety of buying a car I havent seen in person. They scheduled a time for me to a do a virtual walkaround of the car with one of their professionals and it was almost as good as seeing the thing in person. They had it delivered directly to my house, and I live in the middle of the woods! Just two days after I purchased the vehicle, thats as fast as amazon prime! I could keep going about all the other myriad of things they did right and theres not much at all they could have done better. If you want a reasonably priced import thatll turn heads as is, or break necks with a little bit of customization, then Japanese Classics is the dealership to go through.

Da
Review №14

I worked with Alfie and Dan in sales and both were fantastic. They both shared knowledge of JDM vehicles imported to this country willingly. I was concerned about buying a vehicle developed for the Japanese market but decided after doing a lot of individual research, talking with both of them, and experiencing the vehicle first hand that it was something I felt compelled to try. They were both patient with me and offered many test drives as I arrived at my final decision. I would definitely recommend Japanese Classics and the pleasant sales staff to anyone interested in buying this type of vehicle. Fingers crossed that it turns out to be a wonderful, reliable experience with my new (to me) Toyota Hilux Surf.

Ca
Review №15

Dan and his crew at Japanese Classics were awesome! I purchased a 95 Nissan Silvia Ks S14. The vehicle was in really good condition, engine ran healthy and overall a beautiful stock S-Chassis was what I was looking for. Japanese Classics had an envelope with all necessary documents and title was being processed and sent from the Virginia DMV. The process of purchasing the vehicle was straight forward and easy. I highly recommend Japanese Classics LLC for all your JDM vehicle needs!

Da
Review №16

I purchased 95 Soarer in Dec. 2020. I thought the back and forth with the salesman and team was helpful. Many more pictures provided if you cannot see in person like me. Car was received within 2 weeks of purchase which was nice. The car was adevertized to be in great condition, as they all are, however I was prepared for more than most, when it comes to repairs as my intention is for a full rebuild and restoration project. It would not have been wise for me to drive mine halfway across country as was suggested could be done. Within 100 or so miles the alternator went. I noticed an oil burn smell and small fluid under the front wheel. After inspection found the following: Cam seals leaking, crank seal leaking, valve cover seals leaking, steering rack leaking, rear coilover leaking, front lower control arm bushing destroyed and front wheel had been broken and welded back as fix. I replaced all this with the motor work we already intended to do so it did not bother me at all. Lesson is be prepared to do some work, even on the cleanest looking cars. The guys are slaseman, but all in all probably the best imports in the country. That comes from multiple mechanics I have had look over this car. I would buy from them again.

In
Review №17

I would like to thank the entire Japanese Classics crew for their awesome service and giving me the opprotunity to finally own a car Ive dreamed about for a while now. Their attitude and communication is outstanding, making the buying process very easy and chill. The cars condition is combed over panel by panel, allowing no doubts to the condition of the car before you buy. When a problem occured on their side and a part needed to be ordered, they didnt hesitate to replace it and kept me in the loop the whole way, from shipping updates, to right when the part was installed. This kind of attention to customers is hard to find these days and these guys just do it right. Keep doing what youre doing, thanks again

He
Review №18

The team at Japanese Classics are incredible. We drove from SC to VA to look at my dream car and were in a major time pinch. They made sure everything was taken care of and moved smoothly and efficiently throughout the process. We have dealt with importers and car dealerships for years when in comes to these classics and I can tell you with confidence these guys are the absolute best. Will be back in the future and sending others their way. Check them out, you wont be disappointed!Herman

Ed
Review №19

Excellent buying experience with helpful and knowledgeable staff members. Vehicle was exactly as described and made the 750 mile drive home effortlessly. What sets Japanese Classics apart is the care they show to explain literally every function on the vehicle and allow for fully transparent buyer evaluation, including happily lifting for under carriage inspection. Couldn’t be more satisfied, if you’re shopping jdm imports you really should give these folks a chance to earn your business.

Ch
Review №20

What a great Japanese classic car buying experience..!! Dan our “sales” person made the entire process extremely easy from the start with paper work to arranging to pick us up at the airport to the guided tour of there entire facility .. thank you for such a great experience.. can’t wait to purchase our next JDM vehicle from you ‼️

As
Review №21

Ive been following these guys for the last four years waiting on the perfect car to pop up and It finally did. But were not here to talk about car, were here to talk about the company. I almost had the car shipped to me, instead I went up there to go pick the car up and I was glad I did. Its was an amazing experience. Presentation of the vehicles was amazing. Shout out to Dan for his excellent customer service, buying experience and delivery. Shout out to Chris for going over the car on the phone in such great detail. If you have a chance to go pick the car up, I suggest you do it, especially if you have never been there. These guys are the truth!

Ty
Review №22

Purchased a 96 skyline sight unseen. Chris and Dan will do anything you need over the phone to feel comfortable about purchasing the car. Car runs/drives/shifts great so far! They are straight up and honest about the condition of the car cosmetically and so far I trust that they have done what they could to ensure the car does not need critical maintenance right off the bat. These cars are 25+ years old so expect the typical wear that comes with that, although they seem to have VERY CLEAN vehicles. Will definitely be coming back for my next JDM purchase.

TR
Review №23

Be carful with these guys, The owner, Chris, is a real piece of work. They tried to sell my son a wrecked car. I googled the VIN and it popped up in Japan as a Salvaged car. They buy them and fix them and resell. Also the gauge cluster did not match the car. We did a check with my other son in Japan at the local DMV. He confirmed the details. Turns out he was connected to another local seller that was under investigation for stolen goods. BE CAREFUL!

An
Review №24

Hands down the best car buying experience I have ever had. Ian at Japanese Classics walked me through the entire process of purchasing a Skyline that I had my eye on with zero pressure and seemed genuinely excited to help me out. I had received an email from them with a listing of an ECR33 Skyline GTS25T 4 door and I knew this was the car I have been waiting for. Ian walked me through how financing worked, gave me an estimate on shipping, and gave me all the information I needed to put the car on reserve.I was able to go through Lighstream for a very straightforward process and had the approval letter that day. I then called back and was able to use my approval letter to hold the car for reserve. From there the purchasing process was so painless because Ian and others on the team gladly held my hand through the entire process. I cant stress enough how much better of an experience this was than other dealerships who try to rush you through the process. Japanese Classics will even setup shipping for you at an approved cost. They sent the paperwork in the vehicle and have been checking in with me throughout the process to make sure everything was going smoothly.I also have to give a special shoutout to their car review process. Since I am over a thousand miles away I bought the car based on pictures. Chris at Japanese Classic had a nearly hour long phone call with me while he painstakingly reviewed the outside of the vehicle. I felt like I was having my car reviewed for the car Concorse at Pebble Beach. He is THOROUGH, but in the best way. I definitely wish I had Chris with me for every future vehicle purchase.Shipping was fast and my car arrived as expected due to everything that Chris and Ian laid out. This car is a dream come true. The ride is amazing, the power is just right to have fun but not feel dangerous on the road, and overall it runs like a car that was well maintained and ready to put thousands more miles on.If you have ever considered buying a JDM RHD car I would start with Japanese Classics. It is clear they are passionate about these cars as much as the people purchasing them. Really one of the most straightforward car purchasing processes I have ever gone through. I was even able to insure my car on my existing progressive plan. Go get yourself your dream JDM car!

Ro
Review №25

Recently visited and purchased my Celica GT Four from Japanese Classics. Worked with Dan during the purchase. Was given a tour of the facility and warehouse. Took a nice test drive to experience the vehicle before purchasing. During the test drive, I noticed a clunking noise from the suspension and brought it to their attention. They promptly took the vehicle back to the shop and had their tech diagnose my concern. Being I was there on a Saturday, they didnt have time to correct the concern, but gave me the New OEM part required to repair the vehicle. Being a Master Technician myself, I prefer to do my own work. Registered my vehicle in Georgia with ZERO hiccups or concerns. Paper work was complete and correct. If youre looking for a quality JDM vehicle to add to your Fleet, Japanese Classics is definitely worth the trip. The vehicle was clean, well presented and overall in excellent condition for a 25 year old vehicle. They also stated during the final sales transaction that if I ever wanted to sell the vehicle they would be interested in purchasing it back due to the demand they expect for the Vehicles they sell. I would rate this business a 10 out of 10. I will purchase another vehicle from them in the future.

Ak
Review №26

I purchased a 1994 Hilux Surf. The truck had a few issues but Mike at Japanese Classics bent over backwards to help me out. From patiently explaining where all the engine components are to providing part numbers and helping me troubleshoot, Mike was a great resource. When a major repair showed up at week 5 post purchase, he hooked me up with a trustworthy shop. I would definitely buy here again. I most likely will.

Er
Review №27

Perfect buying experience from everyone at Japanese Classics. They were very informative, and kept me updated in the process every step of the way. Their sales process is extremely professional and should be a model for how others should operate. Would highly recommend them and the positive experience has guaranteed this will not be my only purchase from them.

Ra
Review №28

Did my first purchase with them in 2016 (1991 Toyota Soarer). Yesterday I was driving down the east coast and decided to pass by. Met Ian and toured their show room. Had a great talk with him about the current market. You can seriously tell these guys love what they do. Theyre on a different level when it comes to a JDM dealership. Trust me.

Ty
Review №29

I contacted them about buying a 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser VX that I had fallen in love with while viewing their website, and Dan got back to me almost immediately to explain the process of buying. I took the 4 hour drive down from PA to check it out and I was amazed at just how clean it was and how well it drove. Dan was great to work with, we were given all the time we needed to test drive and look over the vehicle and the whole buying process was extremely quick and easy. It made the 5-6 hour drive home without a problem. I would and probably will buy again from them in the future when I want to add something sporty to the collection. I highly recommend these guys if youre looking for top tier quality imports!

St
Review №30

I purchased a Hilux Surf and Landcruiser from these guys. I live in VA, but work out of state; with both purchases they allowed me to keep the vehicle on their lot until I had a chance to make it in. They were also very thorough reviewing the vehicle, and their passion for JDM vehicles is obvious.With my Surf (international version of the 4Runner), I blew up the A/C compressor driving in hot and humid Louisiana. Expecting an expensive fix, I was pleasantly surprised when Mike (the parts guy) informed me how to acquire a whole new compressor for $150. Indestructible and efficient diesels paired with relatively inexpensive parts that are readily available in the United States make these vehicles a prudent purchase decision.So far the only negative would be the new addiction developed for JDM vehicles.

Ru
Review №31

Cant stop smiling... so impressed with this company. I had my doubts before it all began. But soon realized that I was in good hands. From beginning to end. From my first sent email, to the delivery of my vehicle. Top notch service. I plan to buy a vehicle from them in the future.

Ro
Review №32

Heard a lot about this place, it was amazing, they had a lot of JDM cars for sale 😀❤️

Br
Review №33

Just purchased a Land Cruiser from these guys and was very impressed by their communication and the overall purchase process. I have already recommended them to many friends who are wondering where I found such a cool, unique vehicle, and I will gladly keep recommending them to anyone else looking for a Japanese import. If you have any doubt, just pick up the phone and call them, and youll see how knowledgeable they are. Im a very happy customer!

ja
Review №34

Got myself a 1996 CR-V site unseen. I was second in line to purchase and the original buyer backed out. They gave me a call and let me know, easy process all completed from across the US. I had an hour long “inspection” where they walked me through every inch of the car and informed me of any problems. Just took it to my local Honda dealer to get it inspected, other than a few old bushings the car is pristine.

Ch
Review №35

Ive been lurking ever since I wanted a Skyline a few years back to what I ended up buying- A Mitsubishi Pajero. What should have been the scariest type of purchase (photos only, sight unseen) turned into the most pleasant experience buying a car ever. The staff was more than pleasant and very honest. I even showed up an hour early to my appointment and was taken care of and shown around. No long laundry list of taxes and fees on the receipt. Literally the site price and 200 VA state tax or something. Thats it. Ibeven asked my friend in Richmond to take a look and see if its worth buying and her response was if its from Japanese classics they are very meticulous I havent seen anything bad come out of thereNo complications at all. They pulled my vehicle up and I got to check it out and drive it. It was amazing to see how clean and rust free my car was. My girlfriend was like are you crazy?! Buying a car from 1995?! Then she saw it and was blown away. My father is still recovering from the shock as he owned one years ago snd cant believe its condition. They were honest about the cars condition and made sure that even tbough it looks this good, its still an old car that needs proper care and attention to keep it going a long time. It fires up instantly in the cold (diesel motor).Getting back to them, it was again, super pleasant and I would not hesitate buying another car from them. I drove up from New Jersey and drove the Pajero back without a single glitch. Been daily driving it since then. People seem happy to see it on the road. I was told I can call up if I had any questions about maintenance or parts. They made me feel very good about my purchase and were never pushy or aggressive, nor did they call up constantly and ask if Im still looking. They dont work on commission and it shows. No pressure, transparent pricing, nothing hidden. They even washed my car and filled it up before I left.Only snag was insurance... if you will daily it dont be discouraged if youre insurance says no. Sometimes they simply dont know how. So keep calling until soneone who knows answers. These are legal cars to use just not commonly insured for some service reps. I ended up with Progressive as they gave me no issues and the associate knew what he was doing.

Ta
Review №36

Will be back for future business, professional, kind and great inventory. They treated me as a friend not as a customer. That level of customer service is rare.

Sc
Review №37

Just want to say how great it was dealing with Dan and all of the people here. We have had The Green Monster (Delica L400) for a few weeks now and very few issues. (Lets be real these things are 25 years old.) It is a blast to drive and most people have never seen one before. (It is a 7ft tall 4 wheel drive mini van.)

ke
Review №38

We had a great experience. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks, Dan!

Jo
Review №39

A++++ service, worked directly with Dan, answered all my questions, addressed all my concerns, made the process beyond easy. If I win the lotto I’m going back and buying one of everything they have. Beautiful facility, great staff, beautiful cars. I will be a return customer and I will recommend them to any and everyone.

Pe
Review №40

Called the shop about a Toyota Aristo that they had listed. They talked me though the process and I enlisted some friends to make the trip down at the end of the week. They went over every thing on the car with me and made some adjustments I wanted made and we drove it back to NY over night. Very happy with my experience with the guys Japanese Classics.

Fe
Review №41

I bought a Toyota land cruisers from these guys. Great, friendly staff. Beautiful inventory. Definitely worth the drive from NJ. We’ll be buying more cars from Japanese Classes. !! highly recommend it !!

Ph
Review №42

My experience with Japanese classics was quick and painless. The car was perfectly described in the description and the pictures grabbed my attention quickly . Would recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy dealership.

Br
Review №43

Nice and knowledgeable staff. Beautiful JDM cars. And an easy purchasing experience. The car I bought has been great so far. Looking forward to doing more business with them.Edit: I guess I should have waited longer before making my review. The car that seemed to be just fine ended up with a ton of problems in less than a week after driving it. I waited this long to edit because I was hopeful that my problems were an easy fix. Nope. Exhaust has holes. Turbo doesnt work. Smells like coolant. Heat/AC dont work. Idle is really rough. Only what Ive found so far.Live and learn. If you really do plan on getting an old JDM car, make sure you have the money to rebuild it. Do ALL the research before buying. Take a mechanic with you.Im still keeping my car and going to try to get it running again.

Mi
Review №44

Bought a 1991 300ZX from them and man I gotta say, they are wonderful people. Customer service was on point and set me up with a beautiful car

ru
Review №45

It was a really quick and painless experience to get me into a jdm car. I absolutely love my car. They really bring in high quality cars

Jo
Review №46

We flew in from Milwaukee to pick up a 95 Pajero from Japanese Classics. Have to say it was a fantastic experience! Everyone was beyond friendly and knowledgeable but above and beyond transparent which goes a long way. These guys know their stuff and put out quality. We drove the Pajero all the way back to Milwaukee WI with no problems what so ever. Great experience, would highly recommend them and will purchase from them again if/when the right vehicle and time comes around.

Ch
Review №47

The short version: dont hesitate to buy your JDM dream from Japanese Classics.The long version:Dan at Japanese Classics was great from the very start. I started by sending an email expressing interest in the 1994 WRX they had in stock. He gave me a call and went over the car and the buying process. Dan was very professional and friendly. From moment one, he made me feel very comfortable and at home. He answered every question I had with extreme detail and transparency.Financing/payment was a breeze. I originally inquired about a loan through my FCU, but ended up going through LIghtstream on Dans recommendation. The rate was several percentage points lower than my long term FCU and required no down payment. Securing the car was a breeze and only took a handful of minutes. Knowing that if I wasnt happy with the vehicle upon inspection I could get a full refund was great peace at mind.A few days after everything was settled, I grabbed a flight and a hotel. The next morning, I got an Uber to arrive for their first morning appointment. Dan greeted me and immediately took me back to see their new storage facility. Or, as my wife called it, Car Heaven.While Dan pulled the WRX out and slapped on a temp tag, he invited me to open some doors and check out some of the JDM legends they had on hand. I had the pleasure of previously being in an R32 GT-R and RHD NSX, but seeing the mighty R33 GT-R and R33 GTS25t in person was mind blowing.Once the car was pulled out, I was able to look it over top to bottom, and Dan showed me around the car. Then we pulled out for a test drive! Their test loop was great to get a feel for the car. The road had some railroad crossing and bumps, which was perfect for listening for any suspension noises or other oddities. Dan cut me loose after one lap and allowed me to do a few on my own. This let me relax in the car and feel it for my own. I knew I didnt need more than one lap, but I couldnt help myself!After I went back inside, Dan had all the paperwork ready. It was a matter of some good conversion and a handful of signatures and my JDM dream was alllll mine!The whole process was great and easy from start to finish. My only regret is that I couldnt spend more time drooling over their inventory. But I know they had more deliveries to make and I had an 8 hour drive ahead of me.I highly recommend Japanese Classics!! They provide the top cars, top customer service, and top fun! Ill be telling everyone I can about them and cannot wait to purchase my next vehicle from them in the future!

To
Review №48

Thank you to Dan and the entire Japanese Classics team for making my dream come true. I could not recommend these guys more. Very professional and helpful throughout the entire purchasing process.-A very happy owner of his R33 GT-R

Ye
Review №49

10/10 would recommend to a friend. Surprised to say this was the easiest vehicle purchase Ive ever made. Dan did all the legwork with the purchase documents I needed and explained all the extra goodies that come along with a properly imported vehicle. Which were all ready for me by the time of our appointment. I drove the car back home 7 hours and didnt run into any issues. Very pleased with the condition of the car and the price was very fair. I see several dealers and sellers inflate the value of these vehicles but that was not the case here. If I had the money and storage Id buy several more cars from them :D

Jo
Review №50

Japanese Classics is great all around from their sales team to their technicians. They were straight shooters from jump street, they took in to consideration what my interests in a vehicle purchase were, and they STEERED me in the right direction. If you are looking for a unique, reliable, fun, vehicle, the folks over at Japanese Classics will set you straight. I give them five stars because they keep it real.

ce
Review №51

Just found out that these guys have been scamming people for YEARS! And after trying to shed some light Into it, I was blocked by them. This SCREAMS scam. Own up to your scams and become a better company. Sad days we live in. Understand that in a world of technology, you cannot hide from consumers anymore.

Ha
Review №52

Dan is the best salesperson/gm i have dealt with walked me threw every step.detailed pictures.all around great company cant say enough positive things A++

Jo
Review №53

Great imports, great customer service !

th
Review №54

I purchased an R32 a month ago from these guys and Im loving it! I wasnt sure what I really wanted out of a Skyline when I arrived but Dan and Ian put me in exactly what I needed. Totally a no pressure experience that I did not expect while purchasing a vehicle. I look forward to doing business with the two of them again!!!!

An
Review №55

Visited the dealership to pick up my first imported vehicle. Dan and Ian were an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Top notch professionalism and customer service. Will be back to buy more... hopefully just not too many. Thanks again Japanese Classics.

Gr
Review №56

Hopefully in a yr or a yr and a half I will purchase a GT-R R33 or R32

Ia
Review №57

Super friendly staff. All of their inventory is kept really clean and priced well. They treated me like a friend theyve known for years and not just another customer. Id give this place 10 stars if I could. Highly recommend them to anyone. I wouldnt hesitate to buy another car from them if I wanted something else! Cant say enough good stuff about this place.

cl
Review №58

This will be a bit long for a review but here goes. I have nothing but appreciation for the guys here. I just bought a 93 WRX from them and the entire experience was seemless and well thought out, you can tell they have done this before. From answering my dozens of phone calls with questions (most Im sure they get all the time) they were more than accommodating. I flew in from NY to Virgina and Alfie came to pick me up from the airport, in the WRX of course. After arriving at the facility I was given a tour (def rexcomend doing, there are tons of cool cars and a couple one offs you dont wanna miss out on seeing) and took the the car for a test drive. I commend the techs there because they definitely did a thorough job inspecting the vehicle. The test drive went great and I decided to but the car. After which I drove the 600+ miles home, with no issues. Knock on the wood the car has been great so far! If your curious if they are legit I can tell you 1000% they are and the quality of the cars is unmatched. Im seriously so happy with the car and how they handled the whole experience. 10/10 will recommend to anyone looking for a true JDM vehicle.

Zu
Review №59

So I worked with Dan and Chris on this transaction on purchasing my Hiace.I initially approached them by email to ask basic questions about the van, Dan was very quick to respond to the email and we set up time over the phone to go over some of my concerns and questions. I mostly ask about the condition of the body, and some technical questions. As well as their buying process.Initial call:Dan was good about responding honestly, he went over what they did to the van, he informed they bring all their vehicles to meet Virginia safety inspection standards, and what that entails. As far as purchasing he had explained there is financing options, however I paid in full so can not shed any light on that process. Dan give me their wire details and we were done with a few signature and paperwork.Pricing:They do work on a no haggle pricing, but their prices I think is about market right now, and plus this Hiace was in great condition so I wasn’t going to argue too much about it.The good bit:Part of their processes is this detailed walk around that Chris does over the phone with you. We spent about a hour going over the car, starting from one side all the way around. Chris really picked the car apart for me, going over per each panel the conditions of: paint, clear, seals, rubber, vinyl, parts, handled and trims. He noted any dents visible any rock chips. Extremely thorough, and Chris follows up with photos of each discussed item. Finally he will then go over any questions or concerns you have about the vehicle, test any switches or buttons you want and report back honestly. As an out of state buyer this give me peace at mind about what I’m purchasing.

Br
Review №60

Awesome showroom, awesome staff and polite salesman.

Tr
Review №61

Everyone is very friendly. Gives you a rare chance to see beautiful Japanese domestic vehicles with knowledgeable staff on hand.

Ro
Review №62

Negotiating a car sale sight unseen was a new thing for me. Dan and his staff did a great job making me feel comfortable. The car was delivered enclosed with no additional charge. The body and chassis is in way better condition than I could have hoped for!! Im very picky. The motor purrs like a kitten at idle and I wonder if its running. Theres no knocking or leaking anywhere. When I mash the accelerator, the twins spool as they should and she pulls like a freight train!!! The suspension is spot on also. It rides like its on rails!!! Its definitely a head turner!!! Good find!!! Welcome to the stable Kimi!!!

Ph
Review №63

Not trustworthy anymore after the reveal of some car histories, if u wanna buy an import car always ask for auction sheet, they are accessible to everyone.its a shop with endless lies and falsified information. Be careful and ASK for auction sheet.

br
Review №64

Bought my first ever RHD from JCLLC, and to say that these guys pulled out all the stops would be an understatement. Amazing staff, Dan, Ian, and Brandon were all super helpful. I cannot recommend these guys enough. Super happy with my 94 Hiace.Id also like to mention, that Im currently deployed and even being overseas their friendly staff took care of me, my two friends, and eventually my Dad that went to look at the van on my behalf. Thank you JCLLC!

Ch
Review №65

Im very happy with my experience with Japanese Classics, it was a pleasure working with Dan who helped me every step of the way. I purchased a very clean and low mileage TT Fairlady Z from them and I cant put into words how happy I am with this car. I highly recommend them!

Ch
Review №66

Best dealership ever im 14 and begged my dad to take me there and he did i was so happy

Br
Review №67

Im incredibly pleased with my new van. Sorry I didnt know about this place years ago. They have fantastic cars that are rare, unique, and a great value. Chris and the staff were super helpful. They have totally put fun back into driving for me!

Je
Review №68

Just picked up a Land Cruiser yesterday with my son. From initial contact about 5 days prior to pick up and drive home, Dan and Ian we professional in our purchase. We arranged an appointment to view and test drive his truck and upon arrival, it was ready fo us. Ian shared what history he knew about the truck, answered all of our questions, and gave us ample time and space to thoroughly go over all of it. Once ready for a test drive, he gave us the time and various routes to get a true feel for the vehicle. He even allowed a chance to drive a similar vehicle to get a feel for his particular truck. We spent over four hours there and Ian respected our time and space. Once my son pulled the trigger, the buying process was quick and simple. One of the best experiences of buying a car have ever had. Prices are firm and fair. Inventory is ever changing as cars/trucks/SUVs go quick. What an awesome experience.On a side note, they were perfectly okay with me acting like a 16 year old and looking at and taking pictures of their vehicles they had on the yard and in the showroom. I can honestly say this place is AWESOME! If you are looking for a unique or true JDM vehicle, this is the place. Plenty of choices, but you better act quick!

Ma
Review №69

I just bought a 1995 Toyota Hilux Surf (4Runner) at Japanese Classics and I love it. The truck runs and feels great. Hard to believe it is 26 years old. These guys know how to treat customers and have awesome quality import vehicles. The buying process was seamless and quick. I highly recommend this business for anyone looking for a RHD Japanese vehicle.

An
Review №70

Called them up to inquire about a vehicle. Ian spent about an hour answering all my questions and explaining the process to me. Dan followed through every step of the way. Chris was very detailed in the walk through and sent me numerous pictures of everything. I felt they went upward and beyond detailing the condition of the vehicle and honestly put my mind at easy. The transport guy was very careful and the vehicle arrived in the exact condition as explained. I did not encounter any hiccups or issues during the process, my experience here was very good!

St
Review №71

Awesome cars! Must see

Ty
Review №72

Absolutely amaxing faciltity and staff, would reccomend to anyone looking in the realm of a JDM classic they will treat you right here! Financing available!!!

Mi
Review №73

Japanese Classics was an absolute pleasure dealing with purchasing a Nissan Skyline GT-R [BCNR33]. They have earned their positive reputation as a reputable dealer in the finest classics that Japan has to offer by going above and beyond the normal when purchasing a typical vehicle.= The Process =I worked with Dan for a majority of the process until it was time to take delivery of the car. Dan knows the import and sale process, has a great understanding of the vehicles Japanese Classics sells, and was quick to respond whenever I would send an update or ask a question.Once the sale was pending, Chris called me to perform a full visual inspection of every panel and corner on the exterior of the car (around 30 minutes). This phone call proved very transparent as nothing was missed once I was in Virginia and inspecting it for myself. I would normally expect a regular dealership to try and minimize any flaws that a vehicle may have, but Chris took pride in making sure I knew exactly what I was walking into on arrival. This little detail alone with their process made this entire experience stand out and provided a lot of confidence as I finalized the purchase before flying out.After flying into the airport, there was a short 15ish minute Uber ride to the showroom where my Skyline was waiting. Dan had mentioned that an airport pickup was possible, but they were busy with multiple customers when my plane had landed. I was perfectly fine with the small Uber fee to help them out.The rest of the process was very straight forward. I believe it was Dane(?) that took me to the showroom to finally check out my Skyline, as well as their JDM dream collection of other vehicles. There was no rush rush pressure to hurry up and get to the test drive and he also exhibited a lot of knowledge about the cars for sale. After a walk around of the Skyline and a few pictures, we went for a short test drive loop on the highway and got back to get the paperwork started.Dan took care of the initial paperwork and Ian (polite and professional) got the temporary tag squared away. Throw in a couple of shirts and a JDM conversion license plate holder, and I was on my home. The entire process could have been done in as little as 15-30 minutes if not for the gandering at their collection and snapping a few pictures. These guys have it down to a science!= The Car =The Skyline was exactly as described, if not actually in better condition than what the description alluded to. They definitely play it safe with the description on the listing and Chris inspection call to minimze any potential surprises. Being from Indiana, it handled the 10+ hour, 650 mile drive home without a hiccup. I will 100% recommend these guys to others and will be reaching back out to them once its time to add another classic to my collection.Thanks Japanese Classics!

Do
Review №74

Great experience. Dan Weinberger was very responsive the whole transaction. I had to do everything over the phone. As soon as they received the funds they shipped my car and I got it same day. It was easy and the car was better than expected. 1993 300zx twin turbo 2+2. 10 out of 10 would recommended.

Ch
Review №75

Recently I purchased a pretty clean example of Skyline GTS-T. Needless to say online car shopping is nerve wracking as is, but my sales person Dan was more than helpful. Willing to answer ever single questions I had over the phone that took about 30-45 minutes. The buying process was easy and straight forward. Funded through Lightstreams. Car was posted, same day I bought it.Now hindsight 2020... no matter how clean a car is things can still go wrong. My plan was to fly from Minneapolis to Virginia and drive the car back. Easy enough on paper. I asked questions to ensure it was safe to drive back home and they concurred. Done deal. I purchased the flight the following week and went to pick up my stallion. On my arrival I was picked in my own car. It looked great (awesome feeling). On our drive back to the dealer to fill out paperwork there was a good shake in the steering wheel. NBD, I mentioned it when we arrived, they understood and confirmed my small complaint and offered to replace/align right then and there. Very generous.After paperwork is filled out and the car is in good health I started my 18 hour drive home. (Where Japanese classics really pulled through with their reputation). About 6 hours into my drive, its late Im trying to find a place to pull over and the water pump pulley breaks. The car is boned for the time being, its 2am, in Ohio, hours away in either direction. I leave a message for the guys in the morning while I rent a hotel for the night. Now Im a young buck 22yo. I was already worried enough. Japanese classics had every right to tell me to pound sand. The car is 30 something years old. I took this major risk driving this girl 18 hours. Before I even woke up Dan had called me and messaged me about a game plan and everyone was on board to help me out. Skipping all the gruff, no shop in the vicinity has the time or confidence in fixing the car. Pretty much out of reasonable options. The shop foreman Mike had called and told me they decided he would pick up the car himself 6 hours away in a truck and trailer. They apologized for my inconvenience greatly, and I got home on a flight the same day at their expense. As if they couldnt be any more generous to a college kid with Fast and Furious dreams. After the car was repaired they informed me that they would be shipping the car out to me at their earliest convenience... Like come on man, no one should have a problem with these guys. If they had a bad experience it was probably their fault anyway!The car should be here this next week and I couldnt not be any happier. All of my friends who are looking for Japanese icons I recommend these guys without a doubt. Dan & Mike, I appreciate everything you guys have done. I only got to speak with Chris the owner for a brief moment, but he was great as well. Ill be sure to comeback to these guys when Im ready for a GTR!

Al
Review №76

I just bought a 1995 Toyota Soarer from here and could not be happier with both the car and the experience as a whole.For the past four years or so, Ive regularly browsed their inventory website marveling at all of the interesting imports, thinking to myself that Id eventually end up in one of them. Fast forward to last month, I finally found the perfect car and pulled the trigger on it. Dan made the process absolutely seamless, exercising complete transparency on the cars condition and making the transfer of funds effortless.When I eventually arrived in Richmond to pick up the car to drive back to Texas, all of the paperwork was ready and the car was pulled up in the warehouse ready to show, and it was cold started for me to ensure no part of its condition was hidden. The test drive process was completely hands-off and I was allowed as much time as needed to make sure the car was as expected. Afterward, a few strokes of a pen, a warehouse tour, and a nicely packaged bag of merchandise and important paperwork were all that stood between me and an amazing drive home.The experience was absolutely all that I was hoping for and I would not hesitate to recommend Japanese Classics as the best dealer to buy an imported Japanese domestic market car from.

Pa
Review №77

TLDR: My R32 GTR arrived largely as described. They missed some obvious (minor) mechanical items Id expect them to have caught. Post purchase response from sales and parts reps is awful/nonexistent. The owner Chris is super nice and responsive/helpful. I asked if the car was a smoker and sales guy said no but it obviously was.I recently bought a pretty nice R32 GTR example from them sight unseen based on their good reputation. Sales guy Dan was very helpful throughout purchase process but once purchase was finished he just ignores emails. Shipping was very prompt. The owner Chris, did an excellent through walkthrough of the car cosmetically over the phone pre-purchase with backup images emailed to me.The cars shifter was very obviously busted (completely missing shifter bushing) which oddly turned out to be a pain to fix because of the style short shifter that was on the car. Not a huge deal but they should have caught this as it clearly did not feel right. Also the car was clearly a smoker from the smell/ashtray (common for these cars). I asked the sales guy very specifically pre-purchase if it was a smoker or not and he said he was pretty sure no. There was also a very obvious weep from a power steering line they missed. All relatively minor stuff but Id have expected them to catch as they are supposed to be GTR experts.They also missed some very obvious aftermarket items on the car in their description (oil cooler and downpipe).Overall though the car was honestly represented and I am happy with purchase and service before purchase.I was told pre-purchase that they would assist sourcing any parts I needed. The parts guy just does not answer emails at all so that is quite disappointing. Luckily sourcing parts is surprisingly easier than I anticipated.I would purchase from them again but press them more on mechanical condition if I couldnt inspect in person.They did a compression test with video evidence on request free of charge.I was very torn on 3 v 4 stars here.

Jo
Review №78

At first it seemed to good to be true and still held some doubt until I received my vehicle and did my own inspection. Everything is exactly as described on site. You can tell they take great care in having your car in driving condition by the time you get it. Due to high volume replies are not as fast as you’d like but they always make a point of getting back to you and are very professional. Definitely buying from them again for my next dream car.

Ry
Review №79

Short review:Was an easy transaction, and title/registration in Texas was simple.UPDATE 5/6/2020I bought this Land Cruiser from Texas because of how clean it was represented as being. After inspecting and servicing the car found significant rust on the interior and exterior of the body (see pics attached) which had not been represented (see original listing attached where it says the body is in good shape other than the minor scuffs, chips, and dings associated with normal use). Also found that the exhaust was leaking (see pics attached), explaining the diesel smell all the way home. I expected issues on a 28yr old car, of course, but significant rust and leaking exhaust should have been disclosed. I contacted Japanese Classics since I had paid a premium/full price for a clean truck and after a couple weeks was offered $500 of that purchase price back. Do you think $500 was reasonable to fix how it was represented/sold vs. the reality of its condition?

Br
Review №80

Was a great experience buying my car from them. I bought it sight unseen, but couldnt be happier. Everything was well documented for my purchase. When buying a car Dan is the man to talk to. Had some communication issues with the transporter and an employee having a family emergency, but that is understandable and nothing to worry yourself about with them. You want a JDM car this is the place to buy. Thanks guys!!!

Ch
Review №81

Had an amazing experience getting my imported Nissan s14 Silvia from Japanese classics there all amazing people over there from the second I got there with my best friend I was amazed in the cars getting a tour around the shop ! I felt like a kid in jdm Toys R us! They answered all my questions great support! Handled everything I put a down deposit on the car then took the train down picked it up drove it home 10 hours with out any hiccups thank you guys for everything amazing experience ! I highly recommend if you want something nice pay for it and get it ASAP!

Ry
Review №82

Purchased my first vehicle through Japanese Classics and cant recommend these guys enough. The entire process was quite possibly the most simple automotive purchase Ive made to date. Dan has been super willing to help with anything along the way and has always responded in a timely manor. I had two minor issues with vehicle hardware, Dan and Mike were on the ball and ready to assist from start to finish.Great guys, great cars, Ill be back soon.

An
Review №83

Id been day dreaming about buying a Mitsu Delica from these guys for a couple of years, and about a month ago I was able to make it a reality. I was browsing other importers, but I am so glad I waited it out and bought from Japanese Classics. Their vehicles are fairly priced, and their service was fantastic. Dan at JC made the purchase process seamless, and even arranged for me to be picked up at the airport in my new van. I drove it back to the warehouse, gave the van a good once over, signed the paperwork, and drove it 17hrs straight home to northern Michigan. Ran like a top.I have already, and will continue to recommend Japanese Classics for all of your JDM needs.

Wi
Review №84

Bought the slickest Land Cruiser on the planet with these guys! Wired them my $8k deposit and drive up a few days later to get her and she was prettier and cooler in person than advertised. Very pleased! They even took the time to tell me about the vehicle and nuances it had and such to make sure I was comfortable with it.

Co
Review №85

I just bought a 1993 Nissan Cedric from here and I couldnt be happier. Dan & Ian made it easy and fast while also answering all my questions (even the dumb ones). I couldnt be happier with the car I chose and the place I bought from. I will definitely be back when I want to purchase another.

Ni
Review №86

Bought my Toyota HiAce back in May of this year. The process was super simple and the staff helpful through every step. I applied for financing through their recommended bank on I believe a Monday evening, and the van was in my driveway in NJ by the end of the week. Considering what HiAces are going for these days, I think the pricing here is excellent. It seems like youre only paying a small premium over importing a vehicle yourself, but taking on none of the risk involved with that. Several long road trips and about 7k miles later, the vans been perfect. Thanks Dan and co.!

Ha
Review №87

If I could I would give them another star for the super soft t-shirts they gave us. I love free things.Overall an excellent experience with these guys. Not only are they knowledgeable, but they are hilarious and fun to work with. We are stoked about our new 1990 Nissan Pao. It drives like a dream and survived a trip back to DC, which we are also stoked about. We would not hesitate to work with these guys in the future.

Da
Review №88

Definitely an amazing experience with this crew . There very thorough, and detailed. Cant wait to go back .

En
Review №89

Hands down one of the best car purchase experiences I have had especially since it was my sons first time buying a car. They took great car of him and sold him a very nice car that is one of his dream cars. Thank you Dan and the rest of the team involved in doing what you guys do we will definitely be doing business again .

An
Review №90

Be careful... these cars that they pick up are usually sitting for awhile and arnt mechanically sound. After a week of owning my silvia i brought it in to the shop and oh boy... cracked exhaust manifold, leaking steering rack, leaky oil pan, turbo that has a blown seal. We decided to take the engine out and take a look at what we were working with. once the engine was out we took the oil pan off and found metal shavings. then we decided to take the top end off to check the pistons and cylinder walls and what do you know... a blown piston.While the service at Japanese classics was awesome their mechanical check overs lacked greatly.also... IF YOU LIVE IN DELAWARE YOU WILL NOT BE WAIVED FOR THE EMISSIONS even if you have the EPA form stating you do not need to pass.

An
Review №91

Just bought my 1993 JZX-91 from Dan, Ian and the guys here at Japanese Classics. Could not possibly be happier with my experience. They made the process painless and got me a great car. I flew in from Florida to pick it up they picked me up from the airport and all was well. I have nothing but good things to say about these guys!

om
Review №92

Every time we come here we are never disappointed with some amazing cars and also staff. Thanks To Dan for making our experience always so awesome!

Da
Review №93

Great buying experience! Be quick as they sell very fast. I received my vehicle is exactly the shape I was told it would be in. Highly recommended

ro
Review №94

Purchased my 92’ Toyota soarer Dan is the man to see great experience from the second I called to the second I left.

an
Review №95

Such a seamless, easy transaction! The employees were all a pleasure to work with. We love our new Toyota Prado! Car is in amazing condition and is so fun to drive. Thanks guys!

Ri
Review №96

I had a great purchase experience at Japanese Classics. I just bought a Suzuki Kei Van and couldn’t be happier. Dan was super helpful from the time I first called about the van until I drove off the lot. If you’re looking for a right hand drive JDM vehicle, look no further than Japanese Classics.

De
Review №97

Awesome spot to check out imports and classics!!

ig
Review №98

These guys are awesome. I knew exactly what I was looking for, paid for the car remotely and picked it up a week later with a few signatures.The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the vehicles they sell and all of my questions were answered.Drove the car back on a three hour trip with no issues.I would not hesitate to buy something else from them in the future!

Ch
Review №99

Great buying experience. Wide variety of inventory, and reasonable prices. 👍👍

Br
Review №100

Best car buying experience I ever had. Highly recommend.

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  • Address:2602 Deepwater Terminal Rd, Richmond, VA 23234, United States
  • Site:https://japaneseclassics.com/
  • Phone:+1 844-374-8536
Categories
  • Car dealer
  • Importer
  • Used car dealer
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:10AM–7PM
  • Thursday:10AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–7PM
  • Saturday:10AM–7PM
  • Sunday:10AM–7PM
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