All about Japanese Cars!
The 1913 Morris Oxford was one of the earliest models of British cars manufactured by the Morris Motor Company. It was a four-seater car and had an open top. The car was powered by a four-cylinder engine that produced 1018 cc of displacement and had a power output of 9.5 horsepower. The engine was coupled… Continue reading 1913 Morris Oxford
The Saab 92 was a compact car produced by Swedish automaker Saab from 1949 to 1956. The 1951 Saab 92 was one of the early models in the lineup and featured an aerodynamic body design with a teardrop shape that was both stylish and efficient. The car was powered by a two-stroke, three-cylinder engine that… Continue reading 1951 Saab 92
Many countries export cars, but the Japanese used car market is unique. Due to strict laws imposed by the Japanese government, newer cars are often cheaper to own than used cars. Allow me a moment to explain. In Japan, every car must be regularly maintained and inspected. The regular maintenance inspections are called “shaken.” When… Continue reading Why buy exported Japanese Cars?
The 1913 Peugeot Bébé is a vintage automobile that was produced by the French automaker Peugeot. It is known for its unique and compact design, which earned it the nickname “Bébé”, French for baby. The car was designed to be small and lightweight, making it ideal for city driving. It featured a two-cylinder engine that… Continue reading 1913 Peugeot Bébé
Outfitted with a Ford V8 engine, I am sure this thing had no problem pumping water. And being small, it could navigate old Japanese urban roads which were not designed for full size vehicles.
I have not found much information on Closley except a picture or two from auto shows where Closley cars were on display. This picture was taken at the Fukuyama Auto & Clock Museum.
Motorcar Museum of Japan The largest automobile museum in Japan is the Motorcar Museum of Japan, with an astonishing 500 cars. The Motorcar Museum of Japan is located at: 〒923-0345 石川県小松市二ツ梨町一貫山４０ Or, in English: 40 Ikkanyama, Futatsunashimachi, Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. 〒923-0345 The Motorcar Museum of Japan is open everyday except Wednesday. Website here:… Continue reading Automobile Museums in Japan
Welcome to the website. We are all about cars, with an emphasis on Japanese cars. This site is mainly run by myself, John Scott. I live in Japan and have been in the auto exporting business for over 10 years. I deal with all brands – Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Mitsubishi – and also foreign… Continue reading Welcome to Japanese Car Fanatic!
The Alpine A110 is a sports car manufactured by the French automaker Alpine. It was first introduced in 1962 and produced until 1977, during which time it became a popular rally car due to its light weight and agility. In 2017, Alpine reintroduced the A110 as a modern sports car with sleek design and advanced… Continue reading 1968 Renault Alpine A110 1400
The Dino 206 GT, 246 GT and 246 GTS are V6 mid-engined sports cars produced by Ferrari and sold under the Dino marque between 1967 and 1974. The Dino 246 GT is a 2-seat sports car produced by Ferrari from 1969 to 1974. It was named after Enzo Ferrari’s son, Dino, who had died in 1956. The Dino 246 GT features a mid-mounted 2.4-liter V6 engine… Continue reading 1972 Dino 246 GT
From 1954 to 1965 a total of 177,690 Giuliettas were made, the great majority in saloon (Berlina), Sprint coupé, or Spider body styles, but also as Sprint Speciale and Sprint Zagato coupés, and the rare Promiscua estate.
Debuted in September 1938, a total of 17,647 units were built.
Hudson car builders, also known as Hudson Motor Car Company, was an American automobile manufacturer from 1909 to 1954. The company was founded by Joseph L. Hudson, who was a successful businessman and owner of a department store chain in Detroit, Michigan. Hudson cars gained popularity for their innovative designs, advanced engineering, and affordability. They… Continue reading 1923 Hudson 7 Passenger
Water cooled inline 8 cylinder, 4,200cc engine.
The 1925 Minerva 30CV Type AC was a luxury car produced by the Belgian automaker, Minerva. It was introduced in 1922 and was part of the company’s 30CV line of vehicles. The Type AC was powered by a 6.6-liter inline-six engine that produced 100 horsepower, which was a significant amount of power for a car… Continue reading 1925 Minerva 30CV Type AC
The 1929 Duesenberg Model J is considered to be one of the most iconic and luxurious cars of all time. It was designed and produced by the American luxury car manufacturer, Duesenberg, and was one of the largest and most powerful cars of its time. The Model J was first introduced at the New York… Continue reading 1929 Duesenberg Model J
The 1920 Damler Type 45 was a luxury car produced by the British manufacturer Daimler. It was a large-sized car that was meant to cater to affluent customers who wanted a comfortable and elegant ride. The car was powered by a 4.5-liter six-cylinder engine that could produce up to 80 horsepower. This gave the Damler… Continue reading 1920 Damler Type 45
The 1934 De Soto Airflow Series SE was an innovative car model that was introduced in 1933 by De Soto. It was the first American car that was designed using the principles of fluid dynamics, and it had a streamlined body that was both aerodynamic and stylish. The car was powered by a six-cylinder engine… Continue reading 1934 De Soto Airflow Series SE
