The Complete List of Old JDM Cars

From quiet side streets in Tokyo to the mountain passes outside Nagoya, Japan’s domestic cars from past decades shaped a distinct driving culture and a global enthusiast scene. These vehicles span micro sports cars, family sedans and high-performance coupes that still influence tuning, collecting and weekend driving.

There are 52 Old JDM Cars, ranging from the tiny Autozam AZ-1 to the iconic Toyota Supra (A80). For each entry you’ll find below Years,Engine (cc) & power (hp),Notability so you can quickly compare era, performance and why each model matters.

What exactly qualifies a car as an old JDM model?

“JDM” refers to vehicles originally built and sold for the Japanese domestic market; when people say “old” JDM they usually mean models from the 1960s through the 1990s that have Japan-specific trims, engines or features. Check production years, VIN/trim codes and original market specs to confirm a car’s JDM provenance.

Can I use this list to shortlist cars for buying or importing?

Yes — use the Years,Engine (cc) & power (hp),Notability columns to filter by era, performance and rarity, then follow up with condition reports, parts availability and local import/emissions rules before deciding.

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Toyota AE86

Lightweight rear-wheel-drive Corolla Levin/Trueno sold in Japan; 4A-GE engine, balanced chassis, hugely collectible for drifting and restorations; commonly found at specialist auctions, JDM import dealers and enthusiast swaps.

Nissan Skyline GT-R (Hakosuka)

Classic Skyline coupe sold in Japan as KPGC10; S20 twin-cam straight-six, historic touring-car success, highly sought after by collectors; rare in original condition and usually found through specialist auctions and collectors.

Nissan Skyline GT-R (Kenmeri)

KPGC110 “Kenmeri” GT-R was a very limited Japanese-market model; same S20 engine lineage, extremely rare and prized by enthusiasts, typically traded privately or at premium auctions.

Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32)

High-performance R32 GT-R sold in Japan; RB26DETT twin-turbo inline-six, all-wheel drive, rich motorsport pedigree, very collectible globally—found via JDM specialists and enthusiast auctions.

Datsun/Nissan Fairlady Z (S30)

S30 Fairlady/Z sold in Japan; L-series inline-six, lightweight coupe that introduced Japanese sports cars worldwide; popular restoration project and common at classic car markets and parts suppliers.

Toyota 2000GT

Low-production, hand-built Toyota sold in Japan; elegant GT with OHC six-cylinder, museum-quality rarity, commands high prices, usually only seen at concours and specialist auctions.

Mazda RX-7 (FB)

First-generation RX-7 sold in Japan as Savanna/RX-7; rotary engine, nimble handling, becoming collectible—restoration parts available through rotary specialists and enthusiast networks.

Mazda RX-7 (FC)

Second-gen RX-7 sold in Japan; 13B rotary (NA and turbo variants), refined chassis, popular with tuners and collectors; parts and examples found through rotary clubs and JDM dealers.

Mazda RX-7 (FD)

FD RX-7 introduced in Japan in 1992; twin-rotor twin-turbo 13B-REW, breathtaking styling, highly collectible but requires skilled rotary maintenance; sought at specialist auctions and tuner communities.

Mazda RX-3

Sold in Japan as Savanna RX-3; rotary power, strong motorsport history, valuable to collectors; good examples occasionally appear at classic auctions and rotary-focused sellers.

Toyota Supra (A70)

Second-gen Supra sold in Japan with 7M-GTE turbo; comfortable GT with strong tuning potential, commonly restored and found through JDM import houses and enthusiast forums.

Toyota Supra (A80)

A80 Supra debuted in Japan 1993; 2JZ-GTE inline-six, twin-turbo, iconic tuner platform, highly collectible original examples fetch premiums at auctions and private sales.

Honda NSX

NSX launched in Japan as Honda’s accessible supercar; VTEC V6, exceptional handling and reliability, prized by collectors and often found at premium auctions and specialty dealers.

Nissan Silvia (S13)

S13 Silvia sold domestically in Japan; SR20DET and CA engines, lightweight RWD coupe favored for drifting and tuning; commonly available at specialist importers and tuner circles.

Nissan Silvia (S14)

S14 Silvia introduced in Japan 1993; SR20DET variants and upgraded chassis, popular with enthusiasts, often found in drift communities and JDM auctions.

Datsun 510

Datsun Bluebird 510 sold in Japan; simple, robust platform with racing heritage, affordable classic that restorers prize; parts and shells appear at classic markets and specialist sellers.

Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST165/ST185)

Celica GT-Four sold in Japan as ST165/ST185; turbocharged 2.0 engines and AWD, WRC success, desirable homologation cars—sourced via JDM auctions and rally-collector networks.

Mazda Cosmo Sport

Cosmo Sport was a low-volume Japanese grand tourer with a rotary engine; stylish, historically important and highly collectible—mostly traded through specialist auctions and museums.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution I

First Evo introduced in Japan as homologation for rallying; turbo four-cylinder 4G63, all-wheel drive, lightweight and rare early examples are prized by collectors and rally fans.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution II

Evo II sold in Japan with refinements over Evo I; more homologation-focused performance parts, sought-after by collectors and rally enthusiasts at auction and private sale.

Subaru Impreza WRX (GC8)

Impreza WRX launched in Japan with EJ20 turbocharged engine and AWD; rich rally pedigree, highly collectible early GC8 models often traded through specialist auctions and enthusiast networks.

Subaru 360

Tiny two-door sold widely in Japan; simple engineering, historically important as Japan’s postwar people-car, collectible in unrestored and restored condition at classic-car shows.

Mitsubishi Galant VR-4

Galant VR-4 sold in Japan as a high-performance sedan; 4G63T twin-turbo and AWD, rally-derived tech, collectible among JDM performance fans and found via auctions.

Toyota Soarer (Z20/Z30)

Soarer was a premium coupe sold domestically with smooth engines and upscale features; popular with Japanese collectors for original condition and rare options.

Nissan Figaro

Limited-run Figaro sold only in Japan initially; small retro convertible with simple mechanicals, strong collector demand, often imported via JDM dealers or sold at enthusiast auctions.

Suzuki Cappuccino

Kei-class two-seater sold in Japan; lightweight, front-engine/rear-drive balance and removable hardtop, popular with collectors and frequently sourced through JDM importers.

Honda Beat

Small mid-engine roadster sold domestically; lively naturally aspirated engine, simple mechanics, highly collectible among kei enthusiasts and found through specialist sellers.

Autozam AZ-1

Mazda-badged Autozam AZ-1 sold in Japan; mid-engine kei with gullwing doors, limited production, prized by collectors and usually traded at specialist auctions.

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40

Classic Land Cruiser sold in Japan and globally; durable ladder-frame 4×4, very collectible for restoration and overland builds, commonly found via classic specialist markets.

Isuzu 117 Coupe

Hand-built Japanese coupe sold domestically with attractive styling by Giorgetto Giugiaro; collectibility rising, typically sold through classic-car auctions or private sales.

Mazda RX-7 (SA/FB) already listed

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Toyota Celica (TA22/RA20 early)

Early Celica sold domestically with sporty trims and rally pedigree; collectible older models appear at local auctions and classic-car events.

Honda S800

S800 roadster and coupe sold in Japan; high-revving small engine and lightweight chassis, collectible for classic Japanese sportscar enthusiasts and shown at vintage meets.

Mazda Luce/Rotary Coupe (R130A era)

Luce sold in Japan with rotary engines in some trims; stylish coupe that attracts rotary enthusiasts and specialist restorers.

Nissan Pulsar GTI-R

Pulsar GTI-R sold in Japan as a turbocharged, rally-homologation hatch with AWD; rare and highly sought after by collectors, typically found via JDM specialists and auctions.

Mitsubishi GTO/3000GT

GTO sold as a technologically advanced Japanese GT with twin-turbo options; collectible for its features and performance, usually available through specialist auctions.

Toyota MR2 (AW11)

First-gen MR2 sold in Japan; nimble mid-engine layout, simple mechanics, popular restoration and track car, often seen at JDM markets and enthusiast garages.

Toyota MR2 (SW20)

Second-gen MR2 sold domestically with turbo and NA options; more performance and complexity, popular among tuners and collectors via specialist auctions.

Mitsubishi Starion

Starion sold in Japan as a sporty coupe with turbocharged engines; 1980s tech appeal, collectible among enthusiasts and found at classic auctions.

Toyota Chaser (JZX90)

Chaser sold in Japan with 1JZ-GTE turbo engine; four-door sports sedan prized for tuning and drifting, commonly sourced through JDM importers and auction houses.

Nissan Laurel (C33)

Laurel sold domestically with sporty trims and strong engines; a good candidate for collectors seeking period JDM luxury-sport cars at reasonable prices.

Daihatsu Mira TR-XX/Opti Classic? (Kei sports)

Daihatsu kei sports models sold in Japan with peppy small engines and unique styling; popular with kei enthusiasts and found via niche importers.

Suzuki Alto Works

Alto Works sold in Japan as a lightweight, turbocharged kei hot-hatch; collectible among kei performance fans and often available through specialist dealers.

Toyota Crown Majesta (earlier)

Crown and Majesta sold domestically as top-tier luxury sedans; valued for condition and options, usually traded through premium auctions and private sales.

Nissan Cedric/Gloria (Y30)

Cedric/Gloria models sold in Japan as executive cars; collectors appreciate late-1980s styling and features, found through classic-car auctions and dealers.

Honda Civic SiR (EG6)

EG6 Civic SiR sold in Japan with B16A VTEC engine; prized for rev-happy performance and tuning potential, common in import markets and enthusiast shows.

Nissan Bluebird SSS

Bluebird SSS sold domestically with sport trims and simple mechanics; collectible for classic restoration and affordable entry into JDM collecting.

Mazda Familia/Astina GT-R? (BP era less iconic)

Older Familia models sold in Japan were practical and sporty in some trims; common donor cars for restorations and frequently available at used markets.

Toyota Crown (S110/S120) classic era

Long-running Crown series sold in Japan as an executive staple; older models are collectible for restoration and period styling, often sold via auctions.

Isuzu Piazza/Impulse

Piazza/Impulse sold in Japan with striking styling and various engines; niche collector interest and found through specialist sellers.

Nissan President (classic)

President was Nissan’s domestic flagship sedan; large V8 engines and luxury appointments make clean examples collectible at high-end auctions.

Mitsuoka? (retro coachbuilders not mass JDM production) — excluded

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