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SBT New Zealand Japanese used cars

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Why Choose SBT?

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  • Wide Range of Cars
    Our friendly sales staff are happy to talk with you.
  • Available where you are
    We’ve exported 500,000 used cars in over 152 countries.
  • Supporting You Anytime
    Our support team are always connected with customers 24/7.
  • Uncompromised Quality
    We do a thorough inspection before shipping so only quality is delivered to you.
  • Keeping It Reliable
    With over 25 years in the industry, we focus on reliability resulting in 80% repeat purchases.
  • Offering Best Prices
    You can find a wide range of vehicles that are kept in your range.

Delivery Service Map

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Port of Discharge
Auckland
Cities to Deliver via Auckland
Hamilton
Pukekohe
Te Awamutu
Taupo
Rotorua
Napier
Hastings
Gisborne
Whakatane
Tauranga
Thames
Kaitaia
New Plymouth
Whangarei
Port of Discharge
Wellington
Cities to Deliver via Wellington
Palmerston North
Masterton
Whanganui
New Plymouth
Port of Discharge
Lyttelton
Cities to Deliver via Lyttelton
Christchurch
Timaru
Oamaru
Greymouth
Ashburton
Kaikoura
Hokitika
Dunedin
Queenstown
Gore
Invercargill
Port of Discharge
Nelson
Cities to Deliver via Nelson
Blenheim
Nelson
Westport

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How do I buy cars from SBT?

It's simple. Just register online and select your car from our website.

Q2. How long does it take from vehicle reservation date to arrival in New Zealand?

4-6 weeks.

Q3. How do I buy cars from auction in Japan?

Once you sign the auction agreement, our staff will provide you with all necessary auction information.

Q4. What shipping line do you use?

We can use Armacup and any other major carriers of your choice.

Q5. What does 'Door to Door Service' include?

Transportation from our yard in Japan to any address of your choice in NZ – all import procedures and fees are taken care of (MAF Inspection, odometer certificate, radiation check, customs clearance, etc.).

Q6. What does your agent fee include?

Auction fee, transportation within Japan (maximum 20,000 JPY), SBT yard check and photos, SBT yard rental, ship booking fee, and SBT commission.

Q7. What is the total cost of getting a car to my yard/home?

Simply put: FOB + door to door service + GST.

Q8. Roughly how much does the Door to Door Service cost and how long does it take?

Approximately $1300-$1500 NZD and 2-3 weeks (depends on the carrier you use and where you live).

Q9. I have more questions, what should I do?

Give us a call. Our friendly staff are happy to answer any questions you have.

Import Scheme

The shipping

We ship from all major ports in Japan to all major ports in New Zealand. The journey takes between 2-3 weeks.
We have relationships with major shipping companies and can therefore offer discounted rates on shipping for our vehicles.
We will take care of all export procedures in Japan and arrange shipping for our customers. Our door to door service means that everything is taken care of for you from auction site to your home. (All checks, documentation, certificates & fees included).

Important Regulation
Emission Standards

Due to changes in emission standards, as of January 1st, 2012, vehicles imported into New Zealand must have a special 3-digit emissions code. Generally, most cars from 2004 onwards have this code, though vans and heavy trucks may not until 2007 or later. There is a special exception: vehicles over 20 years old fall under a category called ‘special interest’ vehicles and are exempt from emissions standard rules. For our Auckland customers, we recommend getting your compliance check done at Eagle Auto Services.

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Only RHD

Note

Exceptions can be made for special interest vehicles such as antique cars, special purpose vehicles, motorsport cars, machinery, or hearses.

Entry Certification

New or used vehicles must be Entry Certified. Learn more about entry certification for imported vehicles here.

Road Worthiness Check

Before vehicles can be driven on NZ roads, they must undergo a compliance check. You can have this done at your local AA / VTNZ compliance center. Alternatively, you can have it done at a privately owned center of your choice. Rates vary, but are roughly $400-$500. Important: If your vehicle has chassis damage, it will fail the compliance check, and you will need to pay an enormous amount in repair costs. Our sales staff are trained as vehicle inspectors and often check cars in person. If you are concerned about being charged repair costs, please consult a member of our Kiwi team. They will do their best to investigate the vehicle condition and notify you in order to mitigate your risk of being charged repair costs. For our Auckland customers, we recommend getting your compliance check completed at Eagle Auto services.

Shipping Agent at Destination

It is very important that you have a reputable shipping agent to assist you with the import procedures at the destination port. A good shipping agent can not only advise you on import regulations and expected import taxes, but they will be your representative on the ground liaising with the relevant authorities and clearing your car out of the port in the shortest time frame possible. As we regularly transport vehicles to Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, and other African countries, we already have a reputable shipping agent in place. Our shipping agent, Logistical Support Services, can deliver the vehicle from the port to Windhoek without any hassle.

Vehicle Documentation

There are certain documents necessary to prove ownership of a vehicle and register it. These include: de-registration / export certificate, commercial invoice, and bill of lading. SBT will send you these documents by DHL.

Quarantine Service Of (MAF)

There are certain documents necessary to prove ownership of a vehicle and register it. These include: de-registration / export certificate, commercial invoice, and bill of lading. SBT will send you these documents by DHL.

The SBT Team

OUR SBT SALES STAFF
Our friendly sales staff are happy to talk with you.
OUR YARD INSPECTORS
Our trained inspectors will thoroughly check your vehicles once they arrive in our yard.
OUR AUCTION INSPECTORS
OUR AUCTION INSPECTORS ensure we only purchase top-quality cars.

Get In Touch With Us

SBT New Zealand
Mon.-Sat.: 9am-6pm
(Closed : Sunday & Public Holiday)
Suite 4, Level 2, Penrose Business Plaza 45 0'Rorke Road, Penrose - Auckland
SBT Japan (Head Office)
Mon.-Fri.: 9:00-17:00
(Closed : Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday)
Yokohama Plaza Bldg. 10F,
2-6 Kinko-cho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 221-0056 Japan