How to Buy
Follow our simple 5-step process to purchase and import your vehicle safely from Japan.
Step 01
Order
Step 02
Send Inquiry
Step 03
Payment
Step 04
Shipment
Step 05
Delivery
How to Buy & Import Your Car
Follow our clean, industry-leading 5-step export workflow designed for complete transparency, speed, and safety.
Step 1 Order
Browse & Choose Your Vehicle
Search for a vehicle you would like to purchase.
You can use one of these options to make an order:
Using "Buy Now"
Instantly reserve and buy the vehicle by quickly making payment. After placing an order with "Buy Now", you can pay online or via bank transfer using the invoice (Proforma Invoice).Learn more about Buy Now →
Using "Get a Price Quote"
Receive a price quotation by email. If you're satisfied with the given price and condition, let us know your purchase intent to prepare the invoice.
View sample Proforma Invoice (PI) & AgreementContact Local Offices or Agents
Inform our staff reference number (e.g. BK123456) of the vehicle you are interested in. Our staff will help you with your purchase.
Step 2 Send Inquiry
Ask Questions & Get Quotations
Have questions regarding vehicle specifications, additional photos, negotiable pricing, or total shipping costs to your destination port?
You can easily submit a free inquiry before making payment or confirming the order. Our sales specialists will review your requirements and respond promptly with all details.
What you can ask in your inquiry:
- Request for additional high-resolution vehicle photos or videos.
- Detailed freight and insurance cost estimation for your port.
- Vehicle condition report and maintenance history verification.
- Custom discount options for bulk or multi-unit purchases.
*Inquiries are completely free and non-binding. You can proceed to payment whenever you are satisfied with the quotation.
Step 3 Payment
Bank Transfer
After placing the order, promptly make the payment using available payment methods.
After making a payment, upload a copy of the proof of payment via My Account (at My Account > RESERVED > Upload Proof of Payment) or send it to BE FORWARD by email.
*We also accept payment at some of our Local Offices in some countries and regions. Please contact Local Offices near you for more information.
Step 4 Shipment
Safe & Reliable Vessel Shipping
When payment is received, we will send you the shipping schedule for your order.
After vehicle(s) is shipped, BE FORWARD will prepare the original documents required for import customs clearance including Bill of Lading. The documents will be delivered by DHL Express to your preferred address or handed over at the document centers depending on your country/region.document centers HowToBuy.countryRegion
You can track the location of your vehicle(s) using our tracking system (CAP).Learn more about CAP →
Step 5 Delivery
Vehicle Delivered to Destination
Receive your vehicle at the Agreed Destination. You are required to clear vehicle(s) at the customs, usually through a clearing agent.
We also provide a City Delivery Service, which does customs clearing and delivers your vehicle(s) to a location near your address, saving you time and effort. To learn more about it, go to the “Service Map” section of your country/region page under the “Local Services” navigation menu or contact Local Offices or Agents near you.
Enjoy driving your new car! 🚗✨