I was in Okinawa from 2008-2012. R32 gtr's were going from 4-8k. I went through a few different cars with one of my last ones being a 97 chaser tourer v. All black, manual. Mint mint for 10k
The car culture in Australia has dramatically switch to owning a 4x4. All the teens and men with money are buying them up while other cars like the Holden Commodores are only dropping in prices because nobody is into sedans.
People really sleep on the Holden commodores perfect sleeper for half the price of a hellcat 🤷🏾♂️ hellcats are nice and all but the Holden commodores black on black have that sleek aggressive style I can’t seem to get over
Since the death of the commodore and falcon it seems those buyers have all gone dual cab now. The price of 80s/90's 4x4s has skyrocketed. I think with all the lockdowns forcing people to stay local, it really inspired people to explore their own states
hopefully we'll see prices slip some more on the older stuff, but time will tell if people will have the money to spend on cars with the on going economy woes...
Thanks for sharing - I'm gonna miss these vids! You gave me inspiration on the next car/ truck I'm going to buy - I'm really digging that Toyota publica. I miss having a mini truck and i really like the styling on that one !
The forester sti is dope af and is real!!!! They started in 99 I believe! They're are a type m where their are only 20p off. Learn your forester ! Here in the pnw we know all about that life
Looks like an authentic Forester STI, but it also could be engine and interior swapped. They’re real but I’ve never seen that color though. I used to want an Aristo so bad back in the days…
The lights front and back (black paint), scoop, brembos, roof rail paint (silver), seats, steering wheel and stickers tell me it's most likely a legit STI. If it was a six speed then you can say with much more confidence. Never seen that colour. I want it!
You think someone engine and interior swapped a car to make it look like something else because the exterior paint is a color other than originally offered?
Subarus are interchangeable like LEGOs (I have one). From the US to Japan, GCs to GDs WRXs and Foresters are commonly STI swapped cause they can all use the same parts underneath…
Hey long time no see Captain Two 6. Missing your content Japanese car videos. Nice to see in town hit up your buddy Sammit hang out at Daikoku PA and go for a Z cruise. Check out his shop. I have been in a R35 GT-R as a Uber right home here in Western Sydney Australia. Covid still in affest riding in the back seat passenger it is the most amazing experience that I ever had and never forget that night.
Im probably going to be moving to japan! I can't wait. i love Japanese cars and i was wondering what would be a good start. I had a car and it was my 1st but it someone took it away to family trouble. Love the videos!
Subaru never offered a STI version of the Forester in the United States for that model year but it really doesn't mean much until we all know what's under the hood and if it's rocking a ej257 with a few bells of whistles.
There is no one online. I tried to make a inquiry on multiple cars from jdm dealers who said they’re state side ready to buy. And every time they said it sold or it was in Japan. Anyone know who I got to, with cars State side or with a broker who can help me get the car from Japan to state side?
I don’t know how they are so many great condition cars that are that age, they have a very unique classy and sporty look and it’s just depressing to be in the United Kingdom and have about 1% of cars that are older than 5 years and they are not even close to the majority of beauty saloons in Japan, great content,subbed
I live in Europe and I have been eyeing Evo IX, S2K, S15, Hawkeye STI, 3000 GT VR4, R32 GTR and so many more but knowing that I will never be able to afford one in the foreseeable future is really saddening. In 10 years time when most of us have finally started to have a good net worth ICE cars will be extremely taxed and german car manufacturers have doubled down on ending production of ICE cars by then
That is how the 06 forster sti is built, the everything from the seats to the dash to the front bumper and intercooler should jave sti painted on it, also info plate is on the right side of the engine bay to show it has an ej255. Ngl, one od the cleanest foresters I ever seen, not a fan of the color tho. I prefer normal subaru blue with volks te37s
Japan never had the 2.5L (EJ255), the JDM XT's (non sti) got the JDM spec EJ205 (230hp give or take), and the STI got the exact same engine and trans as the Impreza sti of those generations (EJ207). On paper they are said to make 265hp but in reality they make the same 280-300hp the Impreza sti made. Subaru put it done as making less to not take away from there hero car the Impreza sti. It obviously feels a little slower. But that's just because the Forester weighs more.
I may or may not have spent 25k on an R32 GTST but hear me out, 60th anniversary type M , only 20k original miles (odo verified) , near mint interior, and the guy I bought it off of had everything that needed to be replaced , replaced. I’m usually good with my money so I’m chillin, I have ‘16 civic to daily, the skyline is a blast 😍
@@CaptTwo6 I didn’t either. Until I noticed my sport design and gs430 in state both have a slot for a 15 amp fuse that plugs into 4wheel steering. Deeper into searching it’s the vertex that actually came with it
@@CaptTwo6 it was an option “active 4 wheel steering” but is usually removed because it makes the car spin out easier. Active 4 wheel steering was also an option on soarers. It was an option because of the tight Japanese corners and urban sprawls. Which is why usdm didn’t get that option. Although is there if you source the right parts
@@UsdmAristo You don't say...The Subaru wrx or one of those models came with 4 wheel steering too. I'll never forget living in South Florida a guy in the military somehow had one over here in like I want to say 99-02 around that time. It only activated at slow speeds though, like you said for going around tight corners or uturns.
Hrm, dat white Fairlady looks like something I could drop right into. :) (Though I'd probably want to re-re-badge it with the Fairlady script cause I just like that style.. :) )
Todays market yen to usd is great! But starting to see more of US prices on jdm cars. Hoping to pick up a jdm car before my time is up here in Okinawa.
An Is300 is junk in the states it would be like 5 or 6 grand in south Mississippi and the 2jz is okay but you would have to put a turbo on it in the U.S.
@@CaptTwo6 yes! It’s a blast watching it, it’s like JDM car shopping and always looking to see what’s out there as I’m looking to get one in the near future. You do so well at it and always enjoy your content!
Man prices now days are insane… i bought my r33 around 2016 only cost 12g cad… auction grade 4b and 100k km.. then an Altezza with 40k km for 6k cad… good times
@@CaptTwo6 Oh. Honestly I commented before even getting 3 minutes into the video. Lol. I see the altezza came up. At what point the aristo are spoken of?
@@CaptTwo6 Ooooh you disrespected the GS300 and Aristo lol. That forester a tank, that V300 is a luxury sedan with a motor that will outlast ALL OTHERS reliably...OK I'm finished with my rant lol
Last video from Oki for now, cause I feel you are going back there. And at some point, move there!! Too many good cars in this video to pick a favorite. But those Altezza are part of the list. And yes, as a Miata guy, the NCs are the ugliest looking, specially their first version (circled fogs). But still, good looking cars with underpowered engines!! 🤣
Hi do you know how much Nissan skyline gtr 25t I think it’s called that is going for as a used car I wanna get it imported over to the uk but i don’t the price of it
Hey I got a 97 convertible Mitsubishi Eclipse spyder if they're looking for an American one over there lol. They can feel free to pay me a crazy price for it too
Admittedly, I could equate this jump in prices for JDM cars to the swooning and praise for them overseas. With a growing influence from social media encouraging people to get these types of cars, plus the US import age for cars also nearing for most desirable JDM cars, salesmen are catching onto this and jacking up their prices. The same thing happened with AE86’s with the popularity boom of Initial D, and now they’re at a point where they’re limited to enthusiasts with lots of cash. People all over the world are discovering JDM over the internet, and instead of buying a car already in their country, they decide to import increasingly rare foreign cars like Silvias, which increases the price and scarcity. And the minute one of these cars are crashed, the parts prices increase. Economics only play a small role in this issue, while the real issue is popularity.
i mean in theory everytime a car crashes then the part prices would DECREASE since one of these is totalled and the rest of it can be sold as available used parts, no ?
Shoutout to everyone who came by for the premiere! Thanks for all the support guys and stay tuned for a lot more JDM content!
I wish you pumped out more vids. Even if it's a 5 min long vid. Something to keep me entertained. Lolol
When will the Aristo be legal in the states?
I used to want a skyline, but I just fell in love with the evo 4 😍😍😍
So did Jackie chan I think said it was the best car
Think the Evo 4 is dope? Look up the Lancer Evo Wagon?! 🧐🤔😀🤪🙃
I was in Okinawa from 2008-2012. R32 gtr's were going from 4-8k. I went through a few different cars with one of my last ones being a 97 chaser tourer v. All black, manual. Mint mint for 10k
Glory days I’d imagine. Imagine how much better in shape those cars were too then
lived 4 years until 1963 when preteen
Yup I remember those prices when I was stationed @ Kadena 09-12
11-13 man it seemed everyone had either a altezza or suburu b4 during my time there
always good to see these prices videos
First! Love the content 🙏🏽
Great JDM content. Loved the matte black LC and the Soarer. Looking forward to more videos. Thanks Capt.
I’ve owned two sti foresters. Looks genuine but with aftermarket paint. You can see the brembos. Paint job is not factory.
The car culture in Australia has dramatically switch to owning a 4x4.
All the teens and men with money are buying them up while other cars like the Holden Commodores are only dropping in prices because nobody is into sedans.
Yeah, car market is always changing. You can see JDM scene pretty much dying out after it's peak in 2019.
@@fraided88 means guys like me that have been saving for the last two years might actually have a shot at buying an okay JDM car
Good news for sedan lovers like me, meaning they'll drop in price once I'm on the market for an upgrade from my Liberty SpecB.
People really sleep on the Holden commodores perfect sleeper for half the price of a hellcat 🤷🏾♂️ hellcats are nice and all but the Holden commodores black on black have that sleek aggressive style I can’t seem to get over
Since the death of the commodore and falcon it seems those buyers have all gone dual cab now. The price of 80s/90's 4x4s has skyrocketed. I think with all the lockdowns forcing people to stay local, it really inspired people to explore their own states
Maaaan I wish there were some JZS147 Aristos. Been heavily considering one. But I’d have to say the black mark 2 wagon was my fav, aside from the 86
16:55 a perfect ride for the IRS agents lol
Hahaha
As a toyota aristo owner I can confirm they are awesome
My freind has a gs300, they feel so nimble to drive despite the size and inside it’s roomy and comfy
Sweet vid, awesome as always bruh.
Thanks dude 🤘
That sti is factory color but super rare
Shout out from colorado springs
What’s up man! And thanks for the info 🤙
@@CaptTwo6 thanks for the awesome content broski
hopefully we'll see prices slip some more on the older stuff, but time will tell if people will have the money to spend on cars with the on going economy woes...
We’ll see…I don’t think anyone would have thought a few years ago that this would be the situation…wild
Let's go new video!!!!
Thanks for sharing - I'm gonna miss these vids! You gave me inspiration on the next car/ truck I'm going to buy - I'm really digging that Toyota publica. I miss having a mini truck and i really like the styling on that one !
You see a lot of Datsun Sunny’s but Publicas seem pretty rare
Glad too see some altezza content!
you are a legend I appreciate you
awesome video capt! glad to see ya back
Thanks I appreciate it
The forester sti is dope af and is real!!!! They started in 99 I believe! They're are a type m where their are only 20p off. Learn your forester ! Here in the pnw we know all about that life
Thansk for highlighting the SUVs 🧡
No problem! Glad someone enjoyed them
Love the Crown S170... used to know a guy who imported a 2007 S170 Crown Royal Estate here in Italy when it was new... never knew what happened to it
These cars look pretty damn clean
that sti is so clean i would love it in the us
Looks like an authentic Forester STI, but it also could be engine and interior swapped. They’re real but I’ve never seen that color though. I used to want an Aristo so bad back in the days…
I looked online after I filmed and you’re right. Now I know for future vids. Think it was the first Cross Sports I’ve filmed
The lights front and back (black paint), scoop, brembos, roof rail paint (silver), seats, steering wheel and stickers tell me it's most likely a legit STI. If it was a six speed then you can say with much more confidence. Never seen that colour. I want it!
You think someone engine and interior swapped a car to make it look like something else because the exterior paint is a color other than originally offered?
Subarus are interchangeable like LEGOs (I have one). From the US to Japan, GCs to GDs WRXs and Foresters are commonly STI swapped cause they can all use the same parts underneath…
Thts a 2007 forester sg9 its the sti version with a 2.5ltr boxer and 6 speed manual and brembo brakes and thts the difference from the sg5
Insane to me how undervalued that Aristo is 🤣
That place is still open !!! Wow
As long as people are buying cars haha
Hey long time no see Captain Two 6. Missing your content Japanese car videos. Nice to see in town hit up your buddy Sammit hang out at Daikoku PA and go for a Z cruise. Check out his shop. I have been in a R35 GT-R as a Uber right home here in Western Sydney Australia. Covid still in affest riding in the back seat passenger it is the most amazing experience that I ever had and never forget that night.
I bumped into him a few times out and about town. He was super busy doing his vlogging but will try to link up soon in the future 🤙
Keep these videos coming brother ! Great content
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Im probably going to be moving to japan! I can't wait. i love
Japanese cars and i was wondering what would be a good start. I had a car and it was my 1st but it someone took it away to family trouble. Love the videos!
that forester sti is the real deal. doesn’t come with fog lights
Toyota heaven....thank you for sharing.
I agree about the GS300. Love mine but it feels like a tank. Solid reliable and quick car. Doesn't age either.
I’d love to get my hands on a GS300 out here to cruise around in
Subaru never offered a STI version of the Forester in the United States for that model year but it really doesn't mean much until we all know what's under the hood and if it's rocking a ej257 with a few bells of whistles.
Are the r34gtt 3 doors comming down slowly? If so how much are they roughly?
4 doors?
@@CaptTwo6 no 3 door mate? How much are they roughly? Have the prices come down much since the past 6/7 months
Coupe
There is no one online. I tried to make a inquiry on multiple cars from jdm dealers who said they’re state side ready to buy. And every time they said it sold or it was in Japan. Anyone know who I got to, with cars State side or with a broker who can help me get the car from Japan to state side?
I don’t know how they are so many great condition cars that are that age, they have a very unique classy and sporty look and it’s just depressing to be in the United Kingdom and have about 1% of cars that are older than 5 years and they are not even close to the majority of beauty saloons in Japan, great content,subbed
I live in Europe and I have been eyeing Evo IX, S2K, S15, Hawkeye STI, 3000 GT VR4, R32 GTR and so many more but knowing that I will never be able to afford one in the foreseeable future is really saddening. In 10 years time when most of us have finally started to have a good net worth ICE cars will be extremely taxed and german car manufacturers have doubled down on ending production of ICE cars by then
They'd make a great "mail jeep" down south here in the states ( bs Noone could afford to keep gas in 'em) lmao :D
Hahah too soon
@@CaptTwo6 I'm 47 years old JDM (got the Z, the prerunner) and would just enjoy aggravating my local authorities with a right hand drive lmao :D
AE86 all day long. Love em especially the notchback
You add on at least 10 grands more for shipping and inspection to the West Coast on top of it.
It’s around 3k to west coast last I heard…don’t know about emissions and getting it registered in Cali though
Nice video🔥🔥🔥
Thanks 🤙🤙
Altezza in the UK is the Lexus IS200 & IS300 even the 200 is a 2Litre 6 cylinder or UK versions are.
That Aristo 😍 I got a silver GS but want a v300 so bad, 2 more years 🥲
Start saving for those engine upgrades!
That Toyota wagon in the states is called a Corona. Yes we did get them in the states
that 968 is my dream car
Awesome stuff man keep it up 😎👍
Thanks I appreciate it 🫡
I know this video is 4 days old but that Toyota Crown on their website, I did a conversion and it's less than $4200 AUD
That’s stupid cheap right now
The Hi Lux Surf is high Value even here in America.. its called a 4Runner..
Jason this video is amazing,i was waiting for your video,keep it up 👍🏻
Thanks I appreciate it! Been busy lately but making an effort to keep it going
@@CaptTwo6 you're welcome , yeah life is busy 👍🏻 but glad to see your video .
The black 80 series in mint!!! 20k is so damn cheap for that!
That black MIATA was looking 😮😍I want that in 🇬🇧
That is how the 06 forster sti is built, the everything from the seats to the dash to the front bumper and intercooler should jave sti painted on it, also info plate is on the right side of the engine bay to show it has an ej255. Ngl, one od the cleanest foresters I ever seen, not a fan of the color tho. I prefer normal subaru blue with volks te37s
Very good info man 🤙 but yeah I have to agree…Subie blue is always a classic color
Japan never had the 2.5L (EJ255), the JDM XT's (non sti) got the JDM spec EJ205 (230hp give or take), and the STI got the exact same engine and trans as the Impreza sti of those generations (EJ207). On paper they are said to make 265hp but in reality they make the same 280-300hp the Impreza sti made. Subaru put it done as making less to not take away from there hero car the Impreza sti. It obviously feels a little slower. But that's just because the Forester weighs more.
I may or may not have spent 25k on an R32 GTST but hear me out, 60th anniversary type M , only 20k original miles (odo verified) , near mint interior, and the guy I bought it off of had everything that needed to be replaced , replaced. I’m usually good with my money so I’m chillin, I have ‘16 civic to daily, the skyline is a blast 😍
That’s a solid pick up! Miss a good sounding RB
I believe that mazda 6 could be turbo all wheel drive in the states its a mazdaspeed 6
Rear bumper, front grille and wheels are a clear indication that it's (sadly) not a Mazdaspeed 6.
12:08 saw that oshkosh MATV in the background
I’m in love with that Aristo 😭🥺😍🤩
Crowd favorite haha
What surprises me is that, vertex v300 has 4 wheel steering
Really? Didn’t know that
@@CaptTwo6 I didn’t either. Until I noticed my sport design and gs430 in state both have a slot for a 15 amp fuse that plugs into 4wheel steering. Deeper into searching it’s the vertex that actually came with it
@@CaptTwo6 it was an option “active 4 wheel steering” but is usually removed because it makes the car spin out easier. Active 4 wheel steering was also an option on soarers. It was an option because of the tight Japanese corners and urban sprawls. Which is why usdm didn’t get that option. Although is there if you source the right parts
@@UsdmAristo You don't say...The Subaru wrx or one of those models came with 4 wheel steering too. I'll never forget living in South Florida a guy in the military somehow had one over here in like I want to say 99-02 around that time. It only activated at slow speeds though, like you said for going around tight corners or uturns.
Hrm, dat white Fairlady looks like something I could drop right into. :) (Though I'd probably want to re-re-badge it with the Fairlady script cause I just like that style.. :) )
No r33s r34s? And yea you're right the 03-06 350z came in DE, the 06 was a rev up engine and the 07 (I have this one) and 08 are HR engines
Gettin deployed to Japan in the future, is there some cool stuff near Yokosuka?
Everything is cool in Japan bro. Just get out as much as you can and explore 🤙🤙
Todays market yen to usd is great! But starting to see more of US prices on jdm cars. Hoping to pick up a jdm car before my time is up here in Okinawa.
8:00 that in america is called a lexus sc 400 1993
13k for that nardi gray truck is a steal! All those old Toyotas and Nissan trucks are selling for big money in the states.
Literally that Aristo is a steal how is it still there
Everyone wants a Skyline I guess haha
Man a lot of these cars priced at double what id pay. The market is wild
It’s been too crazy lately
they’re vqde up until 05 my good friend 😁
is it just me or does japan cars sound like gta car names.. I LOVE IT
Haha never thought about it like that but you’re definitely right 😄
That Mazda has a 2.3liter Turbo I4 engine and it makes 260hp stock
Bed of the truck is in pretty good shape minus the obv rust paint over obv if it’s obv it’s obv
Okinawa for you haha
An Is300 is junk in the states it would be like 5 or 6 grand in south Mississippi and the 2jz is okay but you would have to put a turbo on it in the U.S.
Hawkeye is the best looking impreza
We all appreciate the exposure, was the Aristo with the 2JZ a manual?
Thanks and it’s a 2JZ auto 🤙
They never sold Aristo's as manual. Some people swap r154 or v160 trans in them though. It's a direct bolt on but very expensive these days.
Aye my buddy is stationed there I’m trying to get him to import me some cars😂
Hell yeah that’s the way to do it 🤙
I like the information on paying overseas use cars
That jzx90 was the coolest of em all!
Love the 90s
Always enjoy videos like these!
Fun to film 🤙
@@CaptTwo6 yes! It’s a blast watching it, it’s like JDM car shopping and always looking to see what’s out there as I’m looking to get one in the near future. You do so well at it and always enjoy your content!
@5:13 That’s not a Toyota Landcruiser. It’s a Nissan Patrol. A beast in its own right.
The Nissan Safari was called a Nissan Patrol or a Ford Maverick in Australia 🇦🇺
Looking for a 1998 Honda Odyssey EX Mugen model
How can you get it back in the state?
Mazda Atenza fastback with a 2.3 MZR na engine. Just install a turbo and you got a Mazdaspeed 6
Good to know thanks for the info 🤘
That's a big job
I'm looking forward to your spider build 👍
It’s gonna to be noice
About 7kish for that Montero is good deal!💯🙌 wonder how much to get it to the states.
Man prices now days are insane… i bought my r33 around 2016 only cost 12g cad… auction grade 4b and 100k km.. then an Altezza with 40k km for 6k cad… good times
Forester definitely has an STI or certainly we got the STi in Europe.
Patiently waiting
Almost time haha
@@CaptTwo6 you should get one of them trucks and do a build on it
I had a wagon like that. 1986 Cressida mx72. Miss the damn thing.
My lawddd that forester
*Where are those Aristos at? Seems like people hiding them now that the dates are getting closer for State side shipment*
There’s one in this vid 🤙
@@CaptTwo6 Oh. Honestly I commented before even getting 3 minutes into the video. Lol. I see the altezza came up. At what point the aristo are spoken of?
@@CaptTwo6 Ooooh you disrespected the GS300 and Aristo lol. That forester a tank, that V300 is a luxury sedan with a motor that will outlast ALL OTHERS reliably...OK I'm finished with my rant lol
Mark II blit Ir-s is non turbo 1jfse or ge the Ir-v has 1jzgte 👍
Last video from Oki for now, cause I feel you are going back there. And at some point, move there!! Too many good cars in this video to pick a favorite. But those Altezza are part of the list. And yes, as a Miata guy, the NCs are the ugliest looking, specially their first version (circled fogs). But still, good looking cars with underpowered engines!! 🤣
Oh yeah I’ll be back for sure! If anything mainland Japan is on my mind right now
Its a real sti, they came out in 2004 but im pretty sure they only came in blue
Hi do you know how much Nissan skyline gtr 25t I think it’s called that is going for as a used car I wanna get it imported over to the uk but i don’t the price of it
They’re going for 30k plus USD right now in decent condition. Clean 2 doors with low mileage are even more
Hey I got a 97 convertible Mitsubishi Eclipse spyder if they're looking for an American one over there lol. They can feel free to pay me a crazy price for it too
I’ve seen 1 Eclipse GS in Japan ever…broke my neck seeing it haha
@@CaptTwo6 I absolutely love it. It's the best looking of all the yrs they made em in my opinion. It's just not super practical for ohio Winters lol.
How can an international buy a carin japan?
I want that 968
They’re sweet for sure
That Forester Sti is a Gem 💎 what the Price
Never could find the price…I’d guess around 20-25k usd
Admittedly, I could equate this jump in prices for JDM cars to the swooning and praise for them overseas. With a growing influence from social media encouraging people to get these types of cars, plus the US import age for cars also nearing for most desirable JDM cars, salesmen are catching onto this and jacking up their prices. The same thing happened with AE86’s with the popularity boom of Initial D, and now they’re at a point where they’re limited to enthusiasts with lots of cash. People all over the world are discovering JDM over the internet, and instead of buying a car already in their country, they decide to import increasingly rare foreign cars like Silvias, which increases the price and scarcity. And the minute one of these cars are crashed, the parts prices increase. Economics only play a small role in this issue, while the real issue is popularity.
i mean in theory everytime a car crashes then the part prices would DECREASE since one of these is totalled and the rest of it can be sold as available used parts, no ?
Interesting they all have aftermarket steering wheels, any ideas why?