Japanese import car insurance is specialist cover for vehicles originally manufactured for the Japanese domestic market (JDM) or other non-UK markets. Whether you've imported a Nissan Skyline, Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, or any other JDM vehicle, standard insurance policies often struggle to provide adequate cover.
At Chris Knott Insurance, we work with insurers who understand Japanese imports and can provide competitive quotes for both standard and modified JDM vehicles - including grey imports, parallel imports, and personal imports.
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Our Japanese import car insurance provides the same comprehensive protection as standard policies, with specialist understanding of import vehicles. Coverage includes fully comprehensive, third party fire and theft, and third party only options. We can arrange cover for right-hand drive and left-hand drive imports, vehicles registered on chassis numbers, Q-plated imports, and cars with short VINs.
Optional extras include agreed value policies (recommended for rare JDM models), modified car cover, breakdown assistance, and legal protection. Whether your import is a cherished weekend car or daily driver, we'll find the right level of cover.
We specialise in providing comprehensive insurance for a wide range of Japanese manufacturers and models, including:
Chris Knott has extensive experience insuring Japanese imports and understands the unique challenges import owners face. Our UK-based team knows the JDM market and can accurately assess your vehicle's value - crucial for rare or appreciating models like Skyline GT-Rs or NSXs.
We work with multiple specialist insurers who actively want to cover Japanese imports, meaning we can find competitive rates even when mainstream insurers decline.
Our service includes access to agreed value policies, coverage for modified imports, and the flexibility to use your preferred Japanese car specialist for repairs.
Yes. Many Japanese imports arrive with modifications or are modified after arrival, and we can cover both scenarios. Whether your import has performance upgrades like turbos and suspension, aesthetic modifications like body kits and wheels, or both, we work with insurers who understand modified JDM vehicles.
Declare all modifications when getting your quote - our team knows the Japanese tuning scene and can accurately assess modifications that might baffle mainstream insurers. We can also arrange agreed value policies that account for both the import status and modifications.
Whether you've just imported your dream JDM car or you've owned your Japanese import for years, Chris Knott can find you specialist cover at competitive rates. Our knowledgeable team understands the import market and will ensure your vehicle is properly protected.
Don't settle for insurers who don't understand Japanese imports. Get specialist cover from people who know the difference between a GT-R and a GTS-T.
The most common questions we're asked about japanese import insurance. Can't find what you're looking for? Speak to our UK-based team on 0800 917 2274.
To arrange insurance for your Japanese import, you'll typically need:
Several factors impact insurance when importing a vehicle from Japan. Your vehicle must be properly registered with the DVLA and pass all necessary inspections, including obtaining a valid MOT certificate and ensuring compliance with UK road regulations.
Any modifications made to meet UK standards must be declared to your insurer, including lighting adjustments, speedometer changes, and any other technical modifications.
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Every japanese import insurance policy is different. Speak to our specialist UK-based team and we'll arrange a quote that properly reflects your property and circumstances.
