Matt.4877

Just checked. It’s from Tommy Kiara. It’s on the website. Silk Blaze do some nice stuff. Never bought wheels from them as i use Rays (volk) but glad you enjoying the car. :)

The bumper I believe is by Tommy Kira, and as it’s a 1 piece so is the bumper lip. It’s part of a larger kit, with the side skirts, rear wing, bonnet, etc.

It’s a 1 piece bumper and lip tho right?

Out of interest, did the importer tell you which brand of body kit in Japan that was?

The car lived in and around East Tokyo. The car didnt sell at auction in August of last year. It was then put into fixed stock It’s because as i outlined, minimal preparation is provided usually. Undersealing is a cost, and Labour intensive to do it correctly. Reduces profit. Definitely do it, and clear seal it, on a ramp. Depends on the car you buy as an investment. I have personally done fine with cars (GT-Rs tho) as investments. Alphard/Vellfire. Best purchases are to use the car, and keep it in good condition (with associated maintenance)

Some of the parts going on..

1,200 GBP

I ship parts most weeks. Some mats arrived just before Christmas. Shipping of the box from fedex was 1200GBP plus taxes. It was never cheap to ship from Japan but the rates have gone up. The vellfire luggage item, id assume is about 60GBP once included internal transport.

As i say, everyone has different standards & view point. They do rust. Just like any other car. It’s also how it’s stored, (in UK) but also where in Japan is it from. A USS Tokyo or Osaka car is not always from that region so you need to dig into the history. It depends on ultimately how picky you want to be vs budget. Quite a rare front bumper on yours, as the aftermarket manufacturer has stopped producing those.

Not sure i agree, although having been involved in importing since the late 90s, everyone will have an opinion. They do rust, and especially depending on the area and how it’s used. There are examples every week that have rusted through. They often look presentable at first sight, but underneath tells the truth. Also the associated documentation (not the auction sheet) when it’s going through.

It’s not pointless, it’s just an expense that most dont want (trade) and also TBH it does take time and a lot of skill to do it properly. Clear under seal is where i would be heading, and removing the exhaust etc so it’s not caked on. Thought I recognized the car from the aero & the wheels.

I’m sure i saw that car go through USS Tokyo or Osaka end of last year. In the early 2000s many people were throwing any type of under seal over the car. These days it’s less so. Couple of reasons A) to do it properly is expensive and there is more of a wash n go type approach B) As the cars age, there is (across many platforms, but mainly classics) a real desire from the buyers to view the underneath of the cars as factory finish C) It’s widespread for some to spray the underside black prior to selling at USS or similar auction houses. This isn’t common on the Alphard/Vellfire, but it does happen. It’s more on the classic JDMs. Mitsubishi Evo mainly. You do want to avoid anything from coastal areas in the south or especially anything from the car north.

Thought i would share the Gs advert from Japan for the Alphard.

Taken from one of the many booklets I have acquired over the years. Dealership brochure configuration

Thats for a post 2003. so no. If going on your original post. may "fit" but you need to ideally order off the chassis number. i suspect alot of 2003 items are NLA

For Sale. One of my personal Vellfires (if not sold i will keep this) Genuine Grade 4.5 A (Highest Grade Possible) VELLFIRE 3.5 V6 (Nov 2013) 18,000 Miles. 2 Keys. 19” BBS WHEELS 1 owner from new & rare dealer option parking mirror Serviced every 6months at Toyota Peal White (070 colour code) – No rust – Extensive list of new parts fitted & dashcams F/R. Clean CarVX & authentic mileage. All dealer recalls completed Pre Auction Inspection: All cars are fully inspected pre purchase in Japan at the relevant auction. 30 photos from the auction inspection are included for the buyer. These checks include all major components including a/c system, brake system, transmission etc as well as common faults on 20 series such as all rust, electrics, centre console wear, steering linkage, front stabilizers & dash issues. Post Auction Inspection: Once purchased, all cars are then reinspected in Japan at a separate facility once they arrive from the auction & photographed. (around 50 photos are taken of the car). Arrival In UK: Once arrived in UK. The car is then inspected again, with key components changed regardless of age with parts from Japan for the next buyers peace of mind. UK Preparation includes the following with over £2k of new parts imported from Japan. 4 Wheel Lazer alignment & MOT Full detail including ceramic coating by authorised certified detailer New battery Oil change (Toyota Oils used & Oil Filter) supplied by Toyota Pink Toyota Coolant (not the cheaper Red coolant) Parts imported in Japan as part of UK registration (all new) Wiper blades by PIAA / new bonnet prop/battery tray Toyota JP new wiper arms (L/R) & caps PIAA Japan cabin filter PIAA Japan air filter Brembo Brake Discs (Front / Rear) Toyota JP stabilizers replaced Toyota JP brake shim kit & Toyota slide pins Project Mu braided brake lines Project Mu Brake Pads Front / Rear Full Silk Blaze interior mat set Previously registered in EAST Tokyo. Modifications to this G’s: As new Michelin pilot sport 5 tyres Dealer optional curtains Silk Blaze navi cover Silk Blaze red Toyota badge (steering wheel) Silk Blaze sequential mirror glass Project MU Japan Front & Rear brake pads Brembo Discs Front / Rear Project Mu braided brake lines Alpine flip down monitors BBS Wheels 19” & BBS locking nuts Vallenti LED Rear Lights LED Fog lights Standard items on G’s include , G’s styling, HID an AFS headlights. Winker mirrors. Privacy glass. Rear spoiler. HDD/CD/BT all OK. All round parking sensors. £20,995

Managed to pick this up today in Japan for £15 super cheap deal.

i have only seen the supercharger on a G's (twice). At auction they are very very rare. Often in very poor condition. HKS Japan sold around 80 units from what I can see. (less than 100) The kit fitted was around 2 months wages for someone so it was an expensive option. Previous owner clearly cherished it. (see the google street view photo as that's the owners old house) There is another (350s) with a charger up for sale for £2k more with alot more miles, and lower condition, so this one is competitively priced. Hope that helps. "base" model, i would always buy on condition (not colour). This is excellent, and rust free. There is an example of one (30 series) going round the "Ring" in germany, which is fun to watch. One of my buddies in Japan drove this at launch (when the charger was launched by HKS). Its a rare option and a lovely car for someone.

I have been before, its low on the front of the entrance. Should be Ok to clear it. my grumbles with it - attendance was ok (i was actually in my R34GTR) and took the trip up from Essex. you have to pre-book your space Inside the location / pub, the service is really slow (just my experience) regarding the drinks / food if you just around in the carpark (and not table service). From memory its £5 from your ticket towards your food, but people were having issues with barcodes scanning pleased i went, but TBH i wont be going again.

For Sale. Genuine Grade 4 B 2013 (Feb) Alphard 350S 8 seater with HKS super-charger 40,000 Miles. 2 Keys. Modified by HKS. 320PS Output. Previously registered East Tokyo Bay area. Black (202 colour code) – No rust – Extensive list of new parts fitted & dashcams F/R. Clean CarVX & authentic mileage. All dealer recalls completed. HKS documentation included for supercharger. Pre-Auction Inspection: All cars are fully inspected pre purchase in Japan at the relevant auction. 30 photos from the auction inspection are included for the buyer. These checks include all major components including a/c system, brake system, transmission etc as well as common faults on 20 series such as all rust, electrics, centre console wear, steering linkage, front stabilizers & dash issues. Post Auction Inspection: Once purchased, all cars are then reinspected in Japan at a separate facility once they arrive from the auction & photographed. (around 50 photos are taken of the car). Arrival In UK: Once arrived in UK. The car is then inspected again, with key components changed regardless of age with parts from Japan for the next buyers peace of mind. UK Preparation includes the following with over £3k of new parts imported from Japan. 1. New set of Michelin Pilot sport tyres 2. New Tein suspension 3. New steering wheel retrim in HKS colours (done in Japan) 4. New WedSport japan 18”Alloy wheels (ceramic coated) 5. Lazer alignment 6. Full detail including ceramic coating by authorised certified detailer 7. New battery 8. Oil change (Toyota Oils used & Oil Filter) supplied by Toyota 9. Pink Toyota Coolant (not the cheaper Red coolant) 10. Parts imported in Japan as part of UK registration (all new) 11. Wiper blades by PIAA / new bonnet prop/battery tray 12. Toyota JP new wiper arms (L/R) & caps 13. HKS Japan NANO cabin filter 14. HKS JP air filter 15. Brembo Brake Discs (Front / Rear) 16. Toyota JP stabilizers replaced & steering linkage 17. Toyota JP brake shim kit & Toyota slide pins 18. Toyota Ball Joints / Tie Rods / Wheel Carrier 19. Project Mu braided brake lines 20. Project Mu Brake Pads Front / Rear 21. Project mu locking nuts 22. Full Silk Blaze interior mat set All modifications are documented, with paperwork. Dyno run can be arranged. Modifications to this Alphard. 1. New Michelin pilot sport 5 tyres 2. Dashcams front and rear 3. New Wedsport wheels 4. New Tein Suspension 5. New HKS Air Filter & HKS Nano Filter 6. New Project MU Japan Front & Rear brake pads 7. New Brembo Discs Front / Rear 8. New Project Mu braided brake lines 9. New Project Mu locking wheel nuts 10. New Retrim steering wheel (with HKS colours) 11. New Seat covers Original OEM alloys with 2023 tyres included as spares & new seat covers are available if requested. These will be sent from Japan at no extra cost. OEM spec of this 8 seater Alphard: HID front fog lights. HID and AFS headlights. Winker mirrors. Privacy glass. Rear spoiler. Remote power slide doors. Dealer option front and rear monitors with remote. Rear camera. Front, side and curtain airbags. HDD/CD/SD/BT all OK. Smart keys (x2). Front and rear drive dashcams. Climate control with 'Nanoe'. All round parking sensors. ABS. TRC. Cruise control. £16,995

I have, but it depends on which location you mean?

Thats really odd that they declined. I can understand maybe 25 years ago, as i had something very similar (on a Nissan GTI-R), however these days its very common. It sounds like (for them)its a pain as they just want something quite straight forward on a call out. Just check the recovery agent / cover agent with Flux. personally i still go with AA. If you have a 4WD car its important, as you need to know if they have flat bed recovery to ensure the 4wd system is not messed up if it needs to be recovered.

Arriving next week - Another Grade 4.5 B! 3.5 V6 ALPHARD Gazoo Certified 1 owner car from new. For Sale. Genuine Grade 4.5 B Alphard 3.5 (May 2013) – Optional Dealer G’s stripe. 54,000 Miles. 2 Keys. Peal White (070 colour code) – No rust – Extensive list of new parts fitted & dashcams F/R. Clean CarVX & authentic mileage. All dealer recalls completed Pre Auction Inspection: All cars are fully inspected pre purchase in Japan at the relevant auction. 30 photos from the auction inspection are included for the buyer. These checks include all major components including a/c system, brake system, transmission etc as well as common faults on 20 series such as all rust, electrics, centre console wear, steering linkage, front stabilizers & dash issues. Post Auction Inspection: Once purchased, all cars are then reinspected in Japan at a separate facility once they arrive from the auction & photographed. (around 50 photos are taken of the car). Arrival In UK: Once arrived in UK. The car is then inspected again, with key components changed regardless of age with parts from Japan for the next buyers peace of mind. UK Preparation includes the following with over £2k of new parts imported from Japan. 4 Wheel Lazer alignment & MOT Full detail including ceramic coating by authorised certified detailer New battery Oil change (Toyota Oils used & Oil Filter) supplied by Toyota Pink Toyota Coolant (not the cheaper Red coolant) Parts imported in Japan as part of UK registration (all new) New Wiper blades by PIAA / new bonnet prop/battery tray New Toyota JP new wiper arms (L/R) & caps New PIAA Japan cabin filter New PIAA Japan air filter New Brembo Brake Discs (Front / Rear) New Toyota JP stabilizers replaced New Toyota JP brake shim kit & Toyota slide pins New Project Mu braided brake lines New Project Mu Brake Pads Front / Rear New Full Silk Blaze interior mat set New Front suspension arms (oem new toyota) New Pilot sport tyres (£600) Previously registered in West Tokyo. Modifications to this G’s: New Michelin pilot sport 5 tyres Dealer optional curtains & Dealer G Stripe graphic Silk Blaze navi cover Silk Blaze red Toyota badge (steering wheel) Silk Blaze sequential mirror glass Project MU Japan Front & Rear brake pads Brembo Discs Front / Rear Project Mu braided brake lines Alpine flip down monitors Standard items on G’s include , G’s styling & 18” wheels, HID an AFS headlights. Winker mirrors. Privacy glass. Rear spoiler. HDD/CD/BT all OK. All round parking sensors. £16,500

For Sale. Immaculate Genuine Grade 4.5 2013 (April) Alphard 350S Gold – Garaged Car. Double Moon Roof, RARE EXAMPLE - TYPE GOLD 32,000 Miles. 2 Keys. Previously registered Minoo (Osaka) Pearl White (070 colour code) – No rust – Always garaged car. Clean CarVX & authentic mileage. All dealer recalls completed. Pre-Auction Inspection: All cars are fully inspected pre purchase in Japan at the relevant auction. 30 photos from the auction inspection are included for the buyer. These checks include all major components including a/c system, brake system, transmission etc as well as common faults on 20 series such as all rust, electrics, centre console wear, steering linkage, front stabilizers & dash issues. Post Auction Inspection: Once purchased, all cars are then reinspected in Japan at a separate facility once they arrive from the auction & photographed. (around 50 photos are taken of the car). Arrival In UK: Once arrived in UK. The car is then inspected again, with key components changed regardless of age with parts from Japan for the next buyers peace of mind. UK Preparation includes the following with over £2k of new parts imported from Japan. New set of Michelin tyres Lazer alignment Full detail including ceramic coating by authorised certified detailer New battery Oil change (Toyota Oils used & Oil Filter) supplied by Toyota Pink Toyota Coolant (not the cheaper Red coolant) Parts imported in Japan as part of UK registration (all new) Wiper blades by PIAA / new bonnet prop/battery tray Toyota JP new wiper arms (L/R) & caps PIAA Japan NANO cabin filter PIAA Japan air filter Brembo Brake Discs (Front / Rear) Toyota JP stabilizers replaced & steering linkage Toyota JP brake shim kit & Toyota slide pins Toyota Wheel Carrier Project Mu braided brake lines Project Mu Brake Pads Front / Rear Full Silk Blaze interior mat set Modifications to this Alphard. New Michelin tyres (fitted in UK) Dashcams front and rear Project MU Japan Front & Rear brake pads Brembo Discs Front / Rear Project Mu braided brake lines OEM spec of this Alphard: LED bulbs in front fog lights. HID and AFS headlights. Winker mirrors. Privacy glass. Rear spoiler. Twin sunroofs. Remote power slide doors and rear gate. Factory standard 18" alloy wheels. Alpine dash and flip-down monitors with remote. CD/SD/BT all OK. Smart keys (x2). Front, side and curtain airbags. Half leather seats. Auto folding mirrors and auto wipers. TRC. ABS. Climate control with 'Nanoe' system. All round parking sensors. Rear camera. Cruise control. £16,500

One of the last G’s made -Extensive preparation undertaken – Exceptional Condition with a lot of OEM Toyota Dealer Options. Sold by Toyota Netz Osaka. For Sale. Genuine Grade 4.5 B Vellfire 3.5 (May 2014) – Twin Moon Roof & Optional Dealer G’s stripe & many options. Previous lady owner (Ms Tomiko Ohira), based in East Osaka, Higashinari-Ku, Osaka. Garaged example. 39,000 Miles. 2 Keys. Modified by Silk Blaze. One of the last made. Peal White (070 colour code) – No rust – Extensive list of new parts fitted & dashcams F/R. Super Clean CarVX & authentic mileage. All dealer recalls completed. OEM Dealer Options are: (with certificate from new) Toyota Interior Light Option (x2) Toyota welcome light (mirror) Toyota Taillight safety light Toyota Rear Camera Toyota scuff plate illumination plaques Toyota console separator Toyota Auto Fold Mirrors Toyota curtain set (all round) Pre-Auction Inspection: (Japan) All cars are fully inspected pre purchase in Japan at the relevant auction. This also includes an additional carvx ahead of any inspection. 30 photos from the auction inspection are included for the buyer. These checks include all major components including a/c system, brake system, transmission etc as well as common faults on 20 series such as all rust, electrics, centre console wear, steering linkage, front stabilizers & dash issues. Post Auction Inspection: (Japan) Once purchased, all cars are then reinspected (on a lift) in Japan at a separate facility once they arrive from the auction & photographed. (around 100 photos are taken of the car). All electrics are rechecked as well as all major components. Arrival In UK: Once arrived in UK. The car is then inspected again, with key components changed regardless of age with parts from Japan for the next buyers peace of mind. UK Preparation includes the following with approx. £1.5k of new parts imported from Japan. 1. 4 Wheel Lazer alignment & MOT 2. Full detail including ceramic coating (Gtechniq) by authorised certified detailer 3. New battery 4. Oil change (Toyota Oils used) supplied by Toyota & Filter. 5. Pink Toyota Coolant (not the cheaper Red coolant) 6. Wiper blades by PIAA / new bonnet prop/battery tray from Toyota Japan 7. Toyota JP new wiper arms (L/R) & caps 8. HKS Japan NANO cabin filter 9. HKS Japan air filter 10. Brembo Brake Discs (Front / Rear) 11. Toyota JP stabilizers replaced 12. Toyota JP brake shim kit & Toyota slide pins & brake plates 13. Project Mu braided brake lines 14. Project Mu Brake Pads Front 15. Project Mu Brake Pads Rear 16. Full Silk Blaze interior mat set Owned by a clear GGH20 enthusiast in Japan, and from central downtown area of Osaka, an immaculate grade 4.5B Vellfire G’s Modifications to this G’s: 1. As new Michelin pilot sport 5 tyres 2. Dashcams front and rear 3. Dealer optional curtains & Dealer G Stripe graphic 4. Aftermarket digital speedo by Pivot 5. LED interior lights 6. LED side lights 7. LED Vallenti rear lights 8. Aftermarket rear view mirror 9. Silk Blaze headlight covers 10. Silk Blaze navi cover 11. Silk Blaze red Toyota badge (rear) 12. Biltz adjustable suspension 13. Silk Blaze steering wheel(discontinued item) 14. Silk Blaze sequential mirror glass 15. Silk Blaze muffler (exhaust) 16. Silk Blaze gear shifter 17. Headrest monitors by Pioneer 18. (New) HKS Air Filter & Nano Filter 19. (New) TRD (Toyota Racing Development) fuel cap 20. (New) Project MU Japan Front & Rear brake pads 21. (New)Brembo Discs Front / Rear 22. (New) Project Mu braided brake lines 23. (New) Silk Blaze full mat set x3 Standard items on G’s include ,G’s styling, HID an AFS headlights. Winker mirrors. Privacy glass. Rear spoiler. HDD/CD/BT all checked and OK. All round parking sensors. Viewing is by appointment only (Kent). Car can be viewed on a ramp. £18995 IMG_1504.mov