Import from Japan HIACE '06 onwards

Guys,

New to the forum but I'm looking to import a '06 (new shape) HIACE (3.0L DX Long) from Japan. It's to convert to a windsurfing van (with 2.8m load space!) and I was wondering who you guys would recommend to go through - either UK import or Japanese export company. I know it's not a Super Custom, and I do love them, but I need the load space and the '06 - '09 HIACEs are my only option. Would you always use a company or just do it yourself (I hear bad things about IBC but good about Avongroup etc...) any stories - I'm very interested in all your experiences (it'll be used next year to travel the west coast of Scotland).

Thanks in advance, Tim.

I am sensing a little 'he's not buying a Super-Custom' animosity here - sorry...

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I am sensing a little 'he's not buying a Super-Custom' animosity here

No, I don't think so.
I have no import experience but I'd love to follows yours if you keep us informed.... and see your van pics

Yep, fair point - I'm going to keep all details and attempt an import in the new year. I'll make sure I post it all so that others can follow. Soon we shall flood the UK with Hiaces and they will rule these windswept roads Mwahahahahaha!

you could try this mob... ? .. http://www.algysautos.com/

Theres no animosity.... were just all jealous..

Sorry cant help I've no experience. Algys have been mentioned lots.

Yes, that's the place I would have said go to, but I am after a new one as well, but I go looking at this place as well. ( Why) well I will tell you. He will repair them, from the off and he is nearer to me. Lancashire.

http://www.enterprisecarsltd.co.uk/


BOB UPTH NORTH................

Cheers Bob, I looked at Algys - the one thing stopping me is the pound being poor against the yen right now. Back in Jun 2007 I could buy the van I want for £4500, today the same van costs me £7680 ! I am waiting until Japan gets a bit cheaper. Thanks for the link bud.

In my younger day's, I am sure I used to go shooting there. No it wasn't dads army.lol

Also TIMDOGG, Have you looked at his import stuff. There are some really mouthwatering stuff there. If only I was younger with money.

bob.....................