Get the car you want at market price.
We search dealer-only auctions across Japan for a car that fits your needs and bid for you.
Flat agency fee
* Excluding tax
PRICING
Buying Service pricing
The agency fee is flat, however high or low the winning bid.
For buyers (Buying Service)
Fee (excl. tax), paid once you win the bid
- Free membership and consultation
- ¥100,000 security deposit held before bidding
- Security deposit fully refunded if we don't win the bid
- After the winning bid, we bill the ¥40,000 (excl. tax) fee plus other costs
* All prices shown exclude tax. The ¥100,000 security deposit for the Buying Service is refunded in full within 7 business days after your payment and the required paperwork are complete. If no sale is completed, the security deposit is also refunded. Transport fees are charged separately at actual cost only.
SERVICE
4 reasons people choose our Buying Service
Pay less than at a dealer
A used car dealer's sticker price is what they paid for the car plus the shop's profit. At auction, you win the bid at the same wholesale prices dealers pay, so you save that difference.
A flat ¥40,000 fee, whatever the price
Our agency fee is a flat ¥40,000 (excl. tax), no matter how high or low the winning bid. Every other cost is clearly itemized, too.
Veteran industry staff
Our staff bring over 30 years in the auto industry and experience with thousands of vehicles. They support you all the way, from choosing a car to inspecting it and planning your bids.
Fast transport and delivery
Once you win the bid, we arrange shipping right away and deliver the car safely to your home, anywhere in Japan.
FLOW
How the Buying Service works
Free consultation & quote
We listen to what you're looking for and suggest the best vehicle options for you.
Car search & bidding
We shortlist cars from the auction venue database and bid on your behalf within your budget.
Winning bid & inspection report
After the winning bid, our on-site staff inspect the car and send you a detailed report.
Transport & delivery
We arrange transport by land or sea and deliver the car safely to the place you choose.
PROCEDURES
No need to worry about registration or inspections
Even if this is your first time buying at auction, STREMA supports you through the paperwork after your winning bid. Feel free to ask us even if you do not know where to start.
Registration transfer
We walk you through each step of the registration transfer (change of registered owner). If you're not comfortable applying yourself, we can also handle the registration for you.
Remaining inspection & next shaken
Before bidding, we let you know how much of the vehicle inspection (shaken) period remains. If the inspection has expired or is due soon after delivery, we can advise you on how to get it done and roughly what it will cost.
Documents you'll need
We tell you in advance which documents to prepare, such as a certificate of seal registration and a parking space certificate. If you're not sure how to get them, we'll explain that too.
We quote any fee for handling procedures on your behalf in advance, and only go ahead once you're happy with it. If you apply yourself, there's no handling fee.
MODEL CASE
A sample breakdown of buying costs
Here is a sample purchase showing what you pay in addition to the agency fee. Amounts are estimates and vary by model, region, and auction venue.
Toyota Alphard 2.5S C Package
2019 model / 18,000 km / Auction grade 4.5
- Winning bid
- 3,240,000
- Consumption tax (10%)
- + 324,000
- Auction winning bid fee
- + 16,500
- Automobile tax (prorated)
- + Varies by vehicle
- Recycling deposit
- + Varies by vehicle
- Agency fee
- + 44,000
- Registration transfer
- + Quoted separately if needed
- Pre-auction inspection
- + Quoted separately if needed
- Transport fee (venue → your home)
- + Actual cost
The actual auction result, reflected as-is.
Consumption tax charged on the winning bid.
Paid to the auction venue (incl. tax). Varies by auction venue.
For cars with a remaining inspection period, you pay the remaining months on a prorated basis.
You take over the amount already deposited by the previous owner.
A flat fee, regardless of the winning bid (incl. tax).
Free if you apply yourself. If you'd like us to handle it, we'll quote it separately.
If you'd like us to inspect the car before the auction on your behalf, we'll quote it separately.
Varies by distance.
Total payment (excl. transport and variable costs)
* If we do not win, there is no charge at all. We can keep bidding at auctions until you find a car you are happy with. The ¥100,000 security deposit is not part of the total above and is refunded in full within 7 business days after your payment and the required paperwork are complete, or if no purchase is made. We do not charge servicing or delivery fees. Transport fees vary by distance and are not included in the total above.
SUPPORT
Support after your winning bid
What happens if something goes wrong? Here is what we want you to know in advance about how things are handled after a winning bid.
No cancellations after a winning bid
Under auction rules, the purchase is final the moment the bid is won. Before bidding, we always confirm your maximum bid with you and only bid once you've agreed to it.
Inspection sheets shown as-is
We show you the auction grade, repair history, and interior and exterior condition report from the venue's inspectors, without any edits. For cars you're interested in, our staff check the car in person and send you photos and notes before the auction.
If a problem turns up after delivery
Under the venue's claim procedure (claims must be filed by a deadline), we act as your point of contact and negotiate with the venue and the dealer who listed the car. Before bidding, we always explain which defects are covered and the deadline.
We tell you upfront what we can't cover
Some things fall outside the claim procedure, such as worn consumable parts or scratches expected for the car's age. We won't leave anything vague. If we can't make a call on something, we'll tell you we don't know.
CONTACT
Quick replies, until 10 p.m. JST
Busy during the day, or more comfortable in a language other than Japanese? Leave it to us!
Our experienced staff will advise you on which car to aim for and at what price, and guide you through registration and transport after the winning bid.
- Quick responses until 10 p.m. (Japan time)
- We can walk you through market prices in an online meeting
- Inquiries in languages other than Japanese are welcome
Your contacts: Kenji Ohashi, Minoru Ota and John Garrity
Application Form
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Buying Service FAQ
Q. Can I use the service without going to the auction venue?
Yes. Everything from signing up and bidding to arranging transport after the winning bid is done online. There's no need to visit the venue in person.
Q. When do I pay?
Before bidding, we hold a ¥100,000 security deposit. After the winning bid, we bill you for the winning bid, other costs, and the ¥44,000 (incl. tax) agency fee. The security deposit is refunded in full within 7 business days after your payment and the required paperwork are complete. If the bid isn't won, your security deposit is also refunded in full.
Q. How long until the car is delivered?
After the winning bid, we arrange shipping right away. Including paperwork such as the registration transfer and vehicle transport, delivery usually takes about 1 to 2 weeks. Timing may vary depending on where you live, the auction venue, and how quickly your documents are ready.
Q. Can I avoid cars with repair history or accident damage?
Yes. We show you the auction grade, repair history, and interior and exterior condition report from the venue's inspectors without any edits, so we can bid only on cars with no repair history. For cars you're interested in, our staff check the car in person and send you photos and notes before the auction.
Q. Can I see detailed auction prices?
After you apply, we'll ask about the car you're considering by email or LINE, then get back to you with specific auction prices, how many cars are listed, and more. We can also go over the details with you on Google Meet.
ABOUT
Company Information
Operated by a business licensed as a secondhand dealer.
- Company
- STREMA Inc.
- Representative
- Kenji Ohashi, CEO
- Address
- 203, 1-6-16 Takaban, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-0004, Japan
- Phone
- +81-3-6760-9409
- Secondhand dealer license
- Tokyo Metropolitan Public Safety Commission No. 303302420142
- Partner auctions
- Auction venues across Japan
- Service area
- All of Japan (remote islands on request)