FAR FROM
ORDINARY.
Kei trucks. JDM legends. Off-road vans. Fire trucks. Strange, rare, and remarkable vehicles sourced in Japan and brought to Tennessee.
EXPLORE THE
INVENTORY.
From compact kei trucks to iconic sports cars and vehicles you've probably never seen before. Contact us for current availability.
Nissan Skyline GT-R R32
JDM Sports & Hot Hatches
Mitsubishi Delica L400
4WD Trucks & Off-Road Vans
Daihatsu Hijet Fire Truck
Fire Trucks & Specialty
All vehicle photos depict models built at least 25 years ago (1990–1999). These are illustrative category examples, not confirmed inventory. Replace sample photos and listings with your actual vehicles before publishing inventory as available.
FIND YOUR
KIND OF WEIRD.
Kei Trucks
& Vans ↗
JDM Sports
& Hot Hatches ↗
4WD Trucks
& Off-Road Vans ↗
Campers
& Adventure Vans ↗
Fire Trucks
& Food Trucks ↗
Rare & Quirky
Imports ↗
CAN'T FIND IT?
WE CAN LOOK.
Have a specific vehicle in mind? Cars From Afar helps customers source unique vehicles from Japan, with an established network of brokers and inspectors on the ground.
Whether it's a collectible hot hatch, a capable kei truck, an off-road camper, or something truly unusual, tell us what you're looking for.
Request a Vehicle Search ↗FROM JAPAN
TO YOUR DRIVEWAY.
Tell us what you're after.
Shop current inventory or reach out with your dream import, budget, and requirements.
We search in Japan.
Our Japan-based broker and inspection network helps us locate and evaluate potential vehicles.
Make it yours.
We discuss purchase and import logistics for the vehicle, including eligibility, costs, and timing.
We focus on vehicles at least 25 years old. Federal import exemptions depend on the exact month and year of manufacture and applicable NHTSA, EPA, and state rules. Confirm eligibility before purchasing.
WE LIKE THE
UNUSUAL.
Cars From Afar is a licensed Tennessee automobile dealership in Cookeville, owned by Dave Dickerson. With over 300 vehicles successfully imported, we specialize in vehicles that stand out from the ordinary.
We maintain a physical car lot in Tennessee and work with brokers and inspectors located in Japan. Our interests span practical kei trucks, legendary JDM performance cars, specialty commercial vehicles, and the wonderfully weird machines in between.
Get in Touch ↗FIND US.
GET IN TOUCH.
CARS FROM AFAR
Dave Dickerson, Owner
855 E 10th St
Cookeville, TN 38501