If you are searching for used cars for sale in Cuba, or for a way to import a car from Japan to Cuba, the most important thing to know comes first: Cuba is a state-regulated, permit-gated market. This guide explains what is and isn't possible, so you don't waste money finding out the hard way.
Who can import a car into Cuba
Private vehicle imports into Cuba have historically been limited to people with the right status, such as returning residents and holders of a specific permit, rather than open to any buyer. The rules are set by Cuban customs (the Aduana General de la República) and change from time to time. Confirm your own eligibility with Cuban customs before you choose a car. We will not take payment for a Cuba shipment until you have.
LHD used cars for Cuba
Cuba drives on the right, so an imported car should be left-hand drive. The cars listed on our site are right-hand drive (Japan drives on the left), so for Cuba we source a left-hand-drive vehicle to order. Japan's domestic market includes left-hand-drive European and American models, and we can find, inspect and quote one for you.
Toyota, Honda and Nissan in Cuba
Toyota, Honda and Nissan are the brands people in Cuba ask us for most, both as complete vehicles and for parts. Tell us the model and year and we will check what we can find in left-hand drive.
Reconditioned Japanese engines and parts for Cuba
For many Cuban owners the realistic purchase is not a whole car but an engine or parts to keep an existing car running. Japan is a major source of reconditioned and low-mileage used engines, gearboxes and body parts. See our engines and parts section or send us the engine code on WhatsApp.
Car shipping from Japan to Havana
Shipments to the Port of Havana take about 35 to 45 days, usually via a transshipment port. There is no standard route or rate for Cuba, so the Japan to Cuba shipping cost is quoted case by case once your permit is confirmed.
Import duty and landed cost of a car in Cuba
Cuban customs assesses duty and fees on permitted imports, and the amounts can be high compared with the value of the car. You would need the Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin and your Cuban customs import permit. Your landed cost = car or engine price + freight + insurance + Cuban duty and fees.
Japan car auction sourcing
When we source to order, we search Japanese car auctions and dealers, check the auction sheet (condition grade and repair history), and send you photos before anything is bought.
How to start
Press Inquiry Now and tell us your permit status, the vehicle or engine you need, and your budget. We will tell you honestly whether it is workable before you spend anything.
Ready to buy? Pick a car in the list below and press Buy Now, or Inquiry Now on WhatsApp. Tell us your budget and the car you want and we reply 24/7.
See also: Cuba import page