JDM Parts? Opinions Please!
07-20-2004 | 06:56 PM
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JDM Parts? Opinions Please!
Hey guys.
I lived in Japan for 10 years, speak, read and write Japanese, have a WRX, a business background and have a good friend in Japan who is deep in the auto business. Sort of adds up to something potentially interesting, dontcha think?
We've been talking about starting a service to help people in North America get the JDM parts they want for their cars.
So I have some questions:
Do people really want JDM parts?
Are there enough people out there looking for parts to justify a small business?
What parts do you guys want?
I'd love to get all your thoughts on JDM parts!
Inquiries from US vendors also welcome!
Thanks!
I lived in Japan for 10 years, speak, read and write Japanese, have a WRX, a business background and have a good friend in Japan who is deep in the auto business. Sort of adds up to something potentially interesting, dontcha think?
We've been talking about starting a service to help people in North America get the JDM parts they want for their cars.
So I have some questions:
Do people really want JDM parts?
Are there enough people out there looking for parts to justify a small business?
What parts do you guys want?
I'd love to get all your thoughts on JDM parts!
Inquiries from US vendors also welcome!
Thanks!
Last edited by cmlnr; 07-20-2004 at 07:09 PM.
07-20-2004 | 07:11 PM
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I think it could be a feesible idea. A handy place to get good quality JDM parts, hopefuly at low prices. I'd buy from it.
07-20-2004 | 07:23 PM
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japanparts.com is where a lot of people get there JDM goodies direct from Japan from. If you can do better than their prices, I'm sure you'd get some of their business. They already have a good reputation, so there will always be those who will pay slightly more for a "sure thing".
There are also many on the boards who would love JDM gear but just flat out can't afford or don't want to go through the hassle of importing it themselves. Offer good prices, reasonable shipping and good / responsive customer service and you'll do fine.
Just my 2-cents...
There are also many on the boards who would love JDM gear but just flat out can't afford or don't want to go through the hassle of importing it themselves. Offer good prices, reasonable shipping and good / responsive customer service and you'll do fine.
Just my 2-cents...
07-21-2004 | 12:17 PM
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yoroshiku! www.takakaira.com is another JDM importer that could be potential competition. Like Japan Parts, they have a good reputation as well.
mochiron JDM parts hoshi! I say go for it and don't be worried if the part or company that you want to stock is rare or obsure here in the States. Just be reliable and keep your prices lower than Japan Parts and Taka Kaira and you WILL have steady business. ganbare!
mochiron JDM parts hoshi! I say go for it and don't be worried if the part or company that you want to stock is rare or obsure here in the States. Just be reliable and keep your prices lower than Japan Parts and Taka Kaira and you WILL have steady business. ganbare!
07-22-2004 | 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by cmlnr
Hey guys.
I lived in Japan for 10 years, speak, read and write Japanese, have a WRX, a business background and have a good friend in Japan who is deep in the auto business. Sort of adds up to something potentially interesting, dontcha think?
We've been talking about starting a service to help people in North America get the JDM parts they want for their cars.
So I have some questions:
Do people really want JDM parts?
Are there enough people out there looking for parts to justify a small business?
What parts do you guys want?
I'd love to get all your thoughts on JDM parts!
Inquiries from US vendors also welcome!
Thanks!
I lived in Japan for 10 years, speak, read and write Japanese, have a WRX, a business background and have a good friend in Japan who is deep in the auto business. Sort of adds up to something potentially interesting, dontcha think?
We've been talking about starting a service to help people in North America get the JDM parts they want for their cars.
So I have some questions:
Do people really want JDM parts?
Are there enough people out there looking for parts to justify a small business?
What parts do you guys want?
I'd love to get all your thoughts on JDM parts!
Inquiries from US vendors also welcome!
Thanks!
08-08-2004 | 10:19 PM
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Domo arigato Mr. Roboto 
And yes there is a demand I'd say but as JspecGC8 said the demand may not be big enough to offset the cost of the investment unless you are able to some how corner a piece of the market.
And yes there is a demand I'd say but as JspecGC8 said the demand may not be big enough to offset the cost of the investment unless you are able to some how corner a piece of the market.
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