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For anyone researching Japanese vehicle imports, choosing the right auction platform can be just as important as selecting the right car. Japan has several well-established auction networks, but many first-time buyers find it difficult to understand which ones consistently deliver reliable vehicle information and fair bidding opportunities. Some experienced importers suggest looking beyond the number of vehicles available and paying closer attention to how transparent the auction process is. Even companies such as Nobuko Japan rely on established auction networks because the quality of the inspection reports and auction standards plays a major role in buyer confidence. Some factors worth discussing include: The accuracy and consistency of auction inspection sheets. The reputation of different auction groups for grading vehicles. The variety of vehicles available across different auction platforms. How frequently rare or high-demand models appear. Whether bidding procedures and vehicle histories are clearly documented. The overall experience buyers have had with vehicle condition compared to auction descriptions. Many buyers seem to agree that no single auction platform is perfect for every situation. Some are known for offering a wider selection, while others have built a stronger reputation for detailed inspections or better-maintained vehicles. The best choice often depends on whether the priority is price, vehicle condition, or access to specific makes and models. It would be interesting to hear opinions from members who have followed Japanese auctions regularly or purchased imported vehicles through them. Which Japanese auction platform has provided the most reliable results in terms of accurate grading, vehicle quality, and overall buying experience, and why?

Somerset and Devon I've only ever seen mine and 1 other. Law of averages says there must be several hundred. Quite a lot of 350s.

I see 350z in Devon & Cornwall quite often, 370z is rare tho

AB Autoworks is a great one, though down in Halifax, so still bit of a trek for you. Sorted gallery gaskets and all sorts on my zed, I'll be back there soon for a diff bush. Always loads of zeds in. https://www.facebook.com/abautoworkshalifax/?locale=en_GB

I've not used them but might be worth having a look at Takumi Autoworks on the Brunswick Industrial Estate.,

Whereabouts in the south west?

Hi and welcome 😁

Nice two door Sierra 😉

I like that a lot! Very unusual but cool none the less. Great job.

Hi ShortPaul, No, I am based in the Midlands (Derbyshire)

I have buildthread on the swedish ford forum. In swedish of course but there is alot of pictures if anyone is interested. Sadly the forum flips my cellphone pictures all over the place so its kinda anoying. https://www.fordclubsweden.se/forum/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=84816&start=360 Sunday 6 is dynoday. I'llreport back then. Will be interesting to see how my headers and upper intake will perform. Not runing a maf so intake is also alot bigger than stock aswell. (3.5" with 6.8" velocitystack). Still stock throttlehousing thou. Regards Jimmy

JM imports or redline

3 hour drive, alas there aren't many Nissan specialists up your neck of the woods.

Thanks for the input but Derby’s a bit of a stretch from Newcastle. Thanks for the input though👍

I have mine booked in for mot on Sunday. Its a motorway journey. I shall report back.

So I made the decision a couple of years ago when my old Ford V6 wasnt performing the way I wanted to swap in a complete 350z drivetrain into my Sierra track car. Swap is done now. Was allot of work to make everything fit. Had to make all the stuff myself so took a good 3 years. But basicly diy longtube headers/complete exhaust, upper part of plenum+intake pipe, rear sump oilpan, engineloom since i went standalone ecu. Fuelrails, coolingsystem etc. Basicly heads and engine block are the only thing I didnt touch. Enlarge gearbox tunnel to make the cd009 fit. Going to dyno it 5-6 september. Clip of it from the other day.

Is there much drone with a miltek on the motorway, around 2-2.5k My Cobra has been on a while now and getting close to decibel limit at certain tracks, reads upto 106db whilst it sounds amazing coupled with the rest of my setup, the drone around 2-2.5k can be ear bleeding at times on long journeys. I either have to drop a gear to 5th so 70mph is around 3k or go 80mph+ in 6th, neither is ideal. I dont think swapping the mid pipe back will lose too many horses if any but if the sound and drone decrease should be worth it,

I'd be up for it. Also easy, but if someone wants to suggest a time and place, we can make it happen.

Tarmac Sportz Derby would be my choice.

My 2004 350Z is feeling a little unwell just now so can anyone recommend a competent garage hospital in the North East who can save its life and carry out repairs . Thanks in anticipation!

sent a pm!

Thank you ☺️

Looks gorgeous this!

I have pumps and OEM connectors in stock. Just drop me a message if I can help further. Alex.

Which reminds me, I need to clean the wheels on my 370! They look great.