JDM stands for “Japanese Domestic Market” which refers to car models specifically produced for sale in Japan. These cars are tailored to meet Japan's car regulations and standards and sold exclusively within Japan.
Some people might refer to all cars manufactured in Japan as JDM models, but this is completely wrong. The country where the car is manufactured is irrelevant to the JDM classification. Only the country where the car is sold is important.
JDM cars have unique styles and attitudes that will turn heads wherever you go. From sleek and sporty to vintage and classic, these vehicles come in various trims and models to suit any car enthusiast's needs.
JDM Cars are typically high-performance models and often come with unique features unavailable elsewhere. Japanese automobile manufacturers build their car models to specific target markets, generating multiple versions of the same model for domestic and overseas customers.
There could be a lot of difference in these versions like right-hand drive for JDM cars sold in Japan and left-hand drive for the export, lower speed limits in JDM cars to comply with Japanese safety regulations etc.
Kei-class cars, which have been designed based on Japanese standards keeping their size, engine capacity, and power output in mind, are a great example of JDM cars intended only for domestic purchase.
On the other hand, sports cars that receive a stiffer suspension, such as the Nissan Skyline GT-R, can also be JDM iteration.
Many car enthusiasts in the United States are passionate about Japanese used cars, notably some popular JDM car models from Honda, Toyota, and especially Nissan JDM cars. Want to import Japanese cars into your country? You will need to know the import regulations for these particular vehicles.
Let's check out these cars' ins and outs, why they're an excellent choice for car shoppers looking for something special, and where to find old JDM cars for sale.