JDM cars for sale in Germany
Germany applies EU import regulations for vehicles from Japan. Vehicles require EU type approval (EG-Typgenehmigung) or individual vehicle approval (Einzelgenehmigung per §21 StVZO). Vehicles over 30 years are eligible for H-Kennzeichen (historic vehicle) status, which carries reduced road tax and insurance. Import duty is 6.5% under the EU-Japan EPA (effective 2019, phasing to 0% by 2027).
30 years for H-Kennzeichen; EG type approval or §21 for newer vehiclesLHD required6.5% EU-Japan EPA rate (reducing to 0% by 2027); VAT (19%) applies.
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- Can I import a right-hand drive car into Germany?
- Technically possible under §21 StVZO individual approval, but RHD vehicles face stricter scrutiny and often require LHD conversion for registration. Most Japanese imports in Germany are LHD versions sourced from other markets or converted prior to import.
- What is the H-Kennzeichen for classic JDM vehicles?
- Vehicles 30 years or older can apply for an H-Kennzeichen (historic vehicle number plate) in Germany. This brings reduced KFZ-Steuer (road tax) and often more affordable insurance. The vehicle must be in original or restored condition — significant modifications can disqualify it.