Every Japanese-market used car is built right-hand drive (RHD), because Japan itself drives on the left. Whether that's a feature or a problem for you depends entirely on which side of the road your country drives on — and it's the single most important compatibility check before you shortlist a car from Japan.
Countries Where RHD Just Works
If your country drives on the left — the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica, most of the Caribbean, and most of East and Southern Africa — a Japanese RHD car registers and drives exactly as intended. No conversion, no compliance workaround, just a straightforward import.
Countries Where You Need LHD
Countries that drive on the right (the US, most of continental Europe including the Netherlands, most of Latin America) legally require left-hand-drive vehicles for road use, with narrow exceptions. Converting a RHD car to LHD is expensive and rarely worth it — in these markets, buyers should search specifically for LHD-configured Japanese-market vehicles or vehicles built for RHD-adjacent export specs, not standard JDM stock.
Why This Matters Before You Compare Prices
A cheap RHD listing is not a bargain if your country requires LHD — it's simply not importable without disqualifying modification costs. Check your specific country's import rules before comparing FOB prices across listings; the age rule, duty rate, and steering requirement together determine what's actually a viable option for you.
Quick Reference
| Steering Side | Example Countries |
|---|---|
| RHD (drives on left) | UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica, Kenya |
| LHD (drives on right) | United States, Netherlands, most of Latin America |
Next Step
Tell us your destination country and we'll confirm whether you need RHD or LHD before you shortlist anything. Browse current inventory or check eligibility for a specific vehicle.
Important Note
Prices, inventory, shipping estimates, and import requirements can change. Confirm exact figures for your vehicle and destination with GULJI TRADERS before treating any estimate as final.