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RHD Specialties
18814 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032, United States
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Fr
Review №1

I purchased my R33 from Carlos back in April of this year. Note: Buying a RHD car is a unique process and it can be stressful if you dont find the right broker - and Im very picky with who I work with. Originally, I had aimed to purchase a car through another broker but didnt feel comfortable with the financial games, then found RHD by accident. I explained to Carlos what I was looking for specifically and he showed me a car that was just going through the auction and it was exactly the vehicle I wanted. I received a lot of pictures of the car at the port and at the shop. There were some minor, repairable issues that were presented but Carlos and team were forth coming and took care of the car before it was shipped at no extra cost to me. Remember these cars are over 25 years old...do not expect a beauty queen unless youre paying over 6 figures. These are becoming hard to source out. Overall I am very pleased with RHD. It was involved in a minor shipping incident (unrelated to RHD), which RHD took care of with the broker immediately. I would definitely buy from them again. I love my car! Nows the time - the market is just climbing! 5 stars.

Jo
Review №2

I was once looking at these reviews but I have to say, It’s by far been the best experience I’ve had with any dealership. I barely had any experience when It came to financing and they walked me through it. They were super transparent on the status of the car. They took care of everything, all I had to do was pay the price of the car. They make sure to sell you the car in the best condition. I purchased my 180sx and drove it back home 7 hours with no issues and it’s been a blast. These guys are awesome and really chill. I I highly recommend them

Is
Review №3

Working with Carlos and the team at RHD Specialties was a great experience! They updated me on everything from the moment the car arrived to the port. I haven’t had any issues in working with them and would buy another vehicle from RHD specialties. Thank you for an easy and great experience and car!

Ch
Review №4

Where to begin, Carlos, Josh and the rest of the RHD Specialties group are 5 star. Since I am located in Texas and with them located in Washington they did everything possible to make the buying process simple, efficient and personal. I was not able to look at the car in person but the pictures, videos and availability to answer any question at any part of the day made the process enjoyable. The quality of the vehicles are great and their willingness to get you what you want along with having a complete open door with any of their vehicles allows you to build the trust needed in buying a foreign car. If the opportunity comes again to buy another vehicle I would definitely go through them hands down. I am happy to be apart of the RHD Specialties family and hope for the continued success of their company.

Jo
Review №5

Carlos and Josh were amazing to work with. Carlos helped us find the perfect skyline, provided pictures of the under carriage, and detailed mechanical inspection as soon as the car landed. They helped us get the car painted before we took delivery. When we picked the car up, they made the whole delivery an experience. Even taking the time to explain rhd car driving quirks in the states.We will definitely be buying another JDM car from RHD specialties!!!!

Je
Review №6

Rdh Specialties is a fantastic company to work with if youre looking for an imported Japanese car. The team was easy to talk to and helped me all the way through the process. Now I absolutely love my car and appreciate everything they did for me. 100% if I had the money Id buy another car from them.

Te
Review №7

Figured it was only necessary to share my experience after seeing all of the recent heat towards this company. I obviously cant speak for everybody since I had the advantage of being close to their building to actually see the car in person and test drive before making the purchase, but everything was as described and both Josh and Carlos were extremely thorough with everything. Carlos sent me dozens of photos of the undercarriage, engine bay, compression test, and under the carpet of the trunk. Just be knowledgeable and understand the age of the vehicle before entering a deal, I have family that deal in classic cars and you can never expect an older vehicle to be in perfect shape, it just comes with the age. Just be educated on the car you want and ask questions, Im sure youll be fine. Super smooth experience in getting my Mark II!

St
Review №8

This is the first car I have purchased sight-unseen and I have no regrets whatsoever. Carlos and Nick were happy to send me any photos I requested and answer any questions I had. I put a deposit on the car the day it was posted for sale, and they waited patiently for about 2 weeks while I completed the sale of my existing car. The Prelude is INCREDIBLY clean and everywhere I have taken it, I have been told its the cleanest example theyve ever seen. I have had the car for about 6 months now and it runs flawlessly and is an amazing car for being 26 years old. It still has only about 78k miles, so itll be with me for years and years to come. It is my daily driver and I smile every time I get into it. Even though it seems that everyone wants the GTRs and Supras, RHD Specialties still offers a diverse inventory and will pretty much get in whatever you ask for. You will constantly be surprised with the gems they are able to find in Japan. Thanks, guys!

Ma
Review №9

I recieved my r32 gtr from RHD specialties about a month ago. I gave it some time to write my review because i wanted to get some good time behind the wheel of the car before I shared the experience I had with RHD specialties. Carlos and company at RHD spec are no joke when they say they are enthusiasts here to serve the enthusiasts. I could not see the car I was interested in in person because i live as far across the country as it can get. Carlos gave me every picture of the car I asked for, along with pictures of compression tests of each cylinder. Every picture I recieved was real and of the car I purchased. At RHD they are passionate about their work and that was what I was looking for. They enclosed shipped the car to me from WA to VT which was impressive at the price. When I purchase my next JDM it will be from Carlos and company at RHD Specialties.

ma
Review №10

RHD Specialties made it really easy to purchase a vehicle even though I was not in the same state. Everyone there is super helpful and friendly. I was able to get a amazing deal on a 80 series land cruiser with some mods already installed. Me and my significant other actually flew out to washigton and drove it home the next day a 1400 mile road trip back to Arizona!always recommend them to anyone looking for a clean right hand drive vehicle. Thank you for helping my significant other and I the perfect off road/road trip vehicle!

Au
Review №11

Awesome service, bought a 1995 Toyota Supra SZ. All my questions were answered via phone calls. The process was very easy.They shipped my car in enclosed trailer, upon arrival everything work, every light, Every gauge. I drove it home from Boise ID to Southern California, not one issue. Will buy my next JDM vehicle from them as well. This is a real review from a real person. @s14austin on Instagram.

Ma
Review №12

Hello everyone!I purchased a vehicle from RHD Specialties about a month ago and they were awesome! I contacted them about the Toyota Starlet they had that was En Route and they were more than happy to help me get it reserved! Once it arrived, They fixed some things on the car and then shipped it off to my house. It was amazing!! I will definitely be making another purchase from them as it was a wonderful experience. They will help you with any questions you have about anything on their page. Josh, Carlos and the rest of team are awesome!If you are looking for a jdm car, I would highly recommend RHD Specialties.If you want to check my car out, visit me on instagram: @azstarletHere are some pictures of the car:

Br
Review №13

Buying a 25 year old + car can be Nerve-racking. Initially, I wanted to fly out there and have a look at the car before purchasing. Though airline flights were super expensive and I Was not able to make it out.I dealt with mostly with Nick, and could not have asked for a better professional experience. At one point, I became a pest and asked a lot of questions as well as pictures and videos. RHD Specialties was able To provide all of the pictures and videos I asked for. This made me a lot more comfortable in my purchase.The communication and response time exceeded my expectations. We were able to finally get a deal done, and the vehicle was shipped out to me.Prior to shipping, they sent me 40+ pictures of the car prior to it being shipped. The car was delayed 6hrs But that was out of their control.Overall, very happy with my purchase And would go right back to them if I were to purchase another.

Ad
Review №14

I bought my 95 mark ii jzx90 from them and have nothing but gratitude for both Carlos and Josh. They helped me find my dream car, and also helped make it a reality. I will definitely come back when im ready to buy my next car.

Jo
Review №15

Just bought an 1996 Nissan Skyline R33 GTS25T Carlos and Josh definitely took care of me. I absolutely would recommend!! They take good care of anyone interested. They put me in my dream car!! I feel like 5 stars isn’t enough of a rating! I’m proud to be apart of the RHD family.

Ry
Review №16

So, it’s been a year and during this time I’ve been going back and forth about wether or not I should update my review of RHD.It’s not that I’m unhappy with the car, I do enjoy it. Had I purchased the car from auction myself I would be 100% satisfied.My issue is that I was lied to about the original condition of the car. I only purchased this car from RHD because I was told the paint was original and paid collectors price for the car based on Carlos’ word.Upon receiving the car it was obvious the car had been painted and also had been in a minor accident. It was so obvious that it’s hard to believe RHD knows so little about cars that they wouldn’t have noticed. But those are the only options, either they don’t fully understand what they are doing or they are liars.I’m not saying RHD painted the car to cover anything up, the paint is nicely done beyond their capability but anyone in the classic car business would know it had been painted.So, that’s it really. I got ripped off. It’s not a bad car, I just overpaid for it by a lot.The silver lining is since this happened I’ve learned to import cars myself and have gotten some really nice cars at good prices.

Da
Review №17

Carlos and his team made buying my R33 a very easy and pleasant experience. I live out of state so I couldnt just come check out the car and do an inspection myself. They answered all of my questions and sent me pictures of everything I wanted to see before I made the decision to purchase. Even after the sale Carlos is there to make sure everything is going great and to answer some follow up questions I had about the car. Overall very happy with the experience and my car.

Ja
Review №18

Great people! I was never let down, always had a great response time, and walked through the whole process! The car came spotless and in great shape! Very impressed!

Ka
Review №19

My over all experience with RHD Specialties was honest not as bad as I thought it was going to be. They were there every step of the way to help you out and help you get everything transferred and done for you.They area very nice crew members over there honestly I can see the love that they have the cars they deliver out. I ended up getting a 1993 Mazda rx7 thru them and they did the compression test for me gave me all the specs i needed in order to make a decision. Everyone who ask me where I got the car from I always say go to my buddy Carlos he got your back out at RHD Specialties.

Vi
Review №20

I bought a 1994 RX7 from RHD Specialties and have been happy with the experience. Carlos and his team were quick to respond to any and all questions about the process. Once the car arrived from Japan, RHD Specialities found the clutch master cylinder had a leak so they replaced it at no cost to me prior to shipping the car out to Texas.Ill definitely be buying another car through them once S15 Silvias become import legal and would recommend them to anyone looking for a JDM import at any price point.

Za
Review №21

I had never purchased a car sight unseen before and was a bit hesitant to do so at first, but Carlos and his team at RHD Specialties did an excellent job of providing me the extensive knowledge of buying a right hand drive vehicle and answered any questions I had. Not to mention, they supplied tons of photos of the car, including the undercarriage and compression readings of every cylinder to ensure me that I was buying a mechanically sound car. Upon completing the purchase of the car, it was shipped within 3 days and arrived in 7 (quick for someone who lives out of state and pretty far from Washington). After the car had arrived, they even followed up with me to make sure everything went well. They are true car enthusiast just like the people that buy from them and do an excellent job at helping us find our JDM dream ride!

Ry
Review №22

Back in May my wife and I bought this midnight purple 1995 Nissan Silvia from RHD Specialties to replace her old 95 240sx that got sideswiped.In the three and a half months weve owned it we could not be happier with our purchase. Dealing with Carlos and Nick was incredibly easy. When it popped up online I knew it was the car we wanted. The RHD team described the car very well, and when it was delivered there wasnt a single surprise from buying it sight un-seen. It was such a smooth process from start to finish.If we decide to buy another RHD car, we will definitely be back!Thanks again guys!

Ar
Review №23

My first time buying a car from a dealership and I was skeptical about buying a car that I couldnt test drive or see in person, since I live in another state. Carlos, Nick and the team did a phenomenal job telling me about the car, the cars mechanical history and its condition. They sent me videos on how it ran as well as took pictures of the under carriage for me. They also provided me with knowledge on how the importing process works too. Pricing was fair, you have to realize that there are importing fees, document fees, shipping fees and maintenance work that goes into all the cars when they land in the US. They were also able to ship my car out within three days after the purchase and the car arrived safe and sound. I highly recommend doing business with them if youre in the market of importing a car. Thank you RHD Specialties for helping me buy my dream car.

FS
Review №24

Recently bought a R32 Skyline from them and I have nothing but good things to say about it. Carlos and Nick made the whole process smooth and easy. Carlos helped me pick the right one for me and my budget and gave me all the information I needed with each car he showed me. Nick walked me through all the paperwork needed to make it happen and they worked with a shipping company to get the car shipped from their dealership to Arizona for a fair price. If you are looking for a JDM import then these guys will take care of you!

Ja
Review №25

Potential customer, have sent several emails with no reply . I called the shop and they gave me the quote on the vehicle I was interested in . I told them I had some questions about said car in email and if they could supply photos . It has been over a month.

Jo
Review №26

I recently purchased an RX-7 from RHD specialties and I couldnt be any happier. Carlos and the team were in constant contact from the time I put a deposit down to the time the car shipped out. I was updated with texts/photos through out the whole process. 10/10 would recommend RHD specialties to anyone looking to import or buy a car from Japan.Thanks again for the great service

Mo
Review №27

Ive been in love with JDM vehicles since I can remember and thats a very long time. Ive owned several JDM cars including a mark 3 supra, an S13, an Accord and a Tacoma. But the one that has always been a dream car for me was an R33 even before the Fast and the Furious. Finally I was able to aquire one from RHD Specialties and I couldnt be any happier and thrilled at the fact that I now have my dream car because of their reputation and great customer service. From Joshua, Carlos and the rest of the crew at RHD Specialties, I just have to say Thank you and I am very happy and pleased with my R33.Yes I did some research on other importers but it just made sense to go with RHD Specialties.I definitely recommend RHD Specialties to anyone that is interested in acquiring their RHD vehicle, whether its just a car or their dream car.Thanks again guys.

Ba
Review №28

Top notch customer service awesome team crazy inventory of rare well maintenance beautiful cars at Rhd Specialties buy with confidence recommend you check them out!!

Ri
Review №29

Josh has been super helpful with me and has been very communicative throughout the whole process. he’s answered all of my questions and always responded to me in a timely manner. i would definitely recommend buying from this dealership, whether you’re out of state or local. They worked with me to get my car shipped to me and am very happy with how everything’s been handled.

Al
Review №30

I recently purchased one of many dreams cars i have from RHD specialties and i have to say the experience was a LOT easier than I expected. Very good communication and always willing to answer questions you might have. I was very skeptical about buying a vehicle and not being able to see it in person first. But i am more than pleased with my supra. Just waiting for the opportunity to be able to make another purchase

To
Review №31

Did not end up purchasing here, but the customer service was excellent. Ended up buying a car they had imported and sold and the owner Carlos was more than helpful with info on the car. Highly recommend them based on their customer service

St
Review №32

Purchased a car from rhd specialties. The process was smooth and nick and carlos kept me very updated with the car. From when it arrived. To them getting it to their shop and them looking it over. Provided multiple pictures and videos. Have had no issues with the car and it drives absolutely amazing. 10/10 reccomend rhd specialties and i hope to purchase another car from them in the future!

ca
Review №33

I recently purchased a 1994 S14. It was shipped black from the motherland of Japan. It’s an older car that was well maintained and respected even when it arrived in the US.A little about my buying experience...I’d been shopping around looking for an S14. I came across a few but something about Rhds S14 and their customer service that made me comfortable. They answered all my questions and were super knowledgeable.Through the process of getting the car I contacted several audio shops near me but they and I alike were both skeptical because they hadn’t done much work on imported cars. I asked Nick if there was anyway they might be able to replace the head unit for me and with out hesitation he said of course that’s his area of expertise. I ordered a new head unit and they installed it perfectly I might add.I purchased a lip for the car because well it just looks good. Lol this made it look good of course RHD took care of me.Once the car was detailed and prepped I was contacted by the owner Carlos he just wasn’t pleased. Not that the car looked terrible but it’s 25years old and asked me if I would like to do a paint job. I told him I was actually considering getting one done once the car got here and of course RHD specialties had a painter. They painted my S14 a gorgeous ah3 red. I gotta tell you pictures don’t do it justice. Again another part of the process they took care of me and it was just incredible. Oh they also got the lip in time and painted that for me as well!To top it off RHD got the car shipped to me asap. Got the car and it is gorgeous.One thing I gotta say since a few of my buddies have purchased cars from other import shops is that rhd Specialties didn’t just ship the car with a bunch of customs and border paper work and foreign purchase documents I couldn’t understand or read. They went as far as getting me a Washington state title with the documents needed to get me car titled and registered in my home state of NY.Overall rating 5 out of 5 stars they did their thing with customer service, body and paint, maintenance, audio and documents. If you looking for something hit them up they will find what you are looking for. Nick Carlos or Hung. Awesome dudes super helpful! Can’t comment enough on how awesome they are!

tr
Review №34

Just got my 1993 Nissan Skyline GTS-T from these guys and Im extremely pleased with RHD Specialties. They really look at the process as a whole from the consumers point of view, gave me photos of the car when it landed, when they were done working their magic on it, and I got to see photos of the car being loaded onto the truck. I really want to thank Carlos for staying in contact with me and was (and still is) always able to get into contact with. I actually tried a couple other dealerships beforehand that were closer to home but I was ignored or forgotten, Im all the way out here in North Carolina and it felt like I was across the street with these guys. They really go the extra mile with every step and I will not hesitate to do business with these guys again.

Tr
Review №35

These guys are great! Carlos and Josh have been really helpful and got me in the right car for me. I couldnt be happier.

Ma
Review №36

Must check out if your any kind of RHD enthusiast or car lover in general. Lots of very nice JDM cars to drool over

Ch
Review №37

I can not recommend RHD enough for the services they provided. I called them out of the blue for a very specific car and Carlos and his crew went to work looking for me immediately and didn’t stop until after the car arrived in my driveway. If you’re looking for a JDM import I don’t know another dealership that can do better!

Ta
Review №38

My husband bought a 1993 land cruiser - he was so excited. A dream car, he absolutely loves it. We have had it for about 3 weeks and it’s already in the shop. Needs a whole new clutch replaced AND it takes 3 weeks to get the part in from the shop we have it at. So brand new car he got to drive for a couple weeks and now doesn’t get to use it for a month. Very disappointing we wanted to trust them that everything was in good condition but it definitely wasn’t. Wouldn’t buy from them again..

Br
Review №39

Ive been watching RHD Specialties and their inventory for years now. Gotta say Im glad I discovered their shop. I was able to get a highly desirable car added to my collection. I was active duty military that was on deployment when I had found the exact FD I had wanted. I was worried since I wasnt stateside at the time that I would be disqualified from even trying to reserve the car. Nope it was a first come first served basis. Whoever puts in the deposit first gets the same rights to reserve it. And being on deploymen was no different.They were able to work with my various forms of communication.I messaged RHD on every platform I could (Instagram, Facebook, and Email) Within 24hrs I had a response back on every outlet instructing me on the process of reserving and the same day I was able to reserve the RX7. At that point RHD had ensured they understood the situation and was willing to work with me for completing the process. From the time the RX7 had left the port off of Japan, to it hitting the ports of Seattle they kept me in the loop. With an abundant amount of pictures showing the car and condition of the car each step of the way. Even pics from their vehicle inspection process. Even notified me of the apparent issues the car had Once the car hit Washington the buying pcess was started. Rhd was able to hold on to the car until I had completed deployment. I appreciate the care that went into the importing process of the FD. I recommend RHD to anyone looking for their 1st imported car as long as they understand the rushes with buying a used car in general. With that being said happy hunting for your dream car.

ra
Review №40

I just want people to know how amazing my experience with RHD Specialties has been. These guys, Carlos, Hung, & Nick, worked with me over a couple months to make this happen, Hung is the tech, great guy who loves what he does, and he does it great! When I arrived in town they let me do a full inspection on the vehicle and test drive before I was asked to sign any paper work. These guys genuinely care about these cars, and making sure the customers are pleased and are buying what they really want. If I ever consider another car like this, I wouldnt even consider looking else where, these guys earned my trust, I HIGHLY recommend them to any first time, or experienced buyer of JDM vehicles. I drove my ECR33 Skyline home on a 300 mile trip, and the car made the trip absolutely PERFECT with ZERO issues the whole trip, drove like a damn new car! So Again, you want your dream JDM car? Hit up RHD Specialties, you will not be dissapointed!!!

Da
Review №41

I came to look at a car, it had two vin plaques and none of the employees would give me a definitive answer as to why. It seemed like it may have had a misfire but the technician said it was just a faulty maf sensor. Came back a week later and the car didn’t have the proper ECU in it. So glad I didn’t buy a car from them as I’ve heard some horror stories about engine failures and maaco paint jobs. Would recommend you go anywhere else with your hard earned money!

Ch
Review №42

Wanted to taken a moment and share the positive experience I had with Carlos and crew at RHD Specialties.After my G35 was totaled out due to being rear ended I was looking around for a new ride. I have always liked Nissan sports cars and was looking for another one. Through my nephew I met Carlos at RHD during one of his open houses. I had never considered buying a JDM Nissan until then.After following RHD on Facebook for awhile a clean unmolested 93 Skyline GTR with low kms popped up. I went down to take a look at it, the staff was very helpful and answered my many, many questions. They were still going through the inspection at that time making sure it was roadworthy and repairing any issues they found. They racked it for me so I was able to check for undercar issues. It was in great looking, solid car and decided to make an offer.After negotiating with Carlos we came to a mutually beneficial price, I placed a retainer to hold the vehicle until they were done with their inspection along with a few of my conditions as well. Carlos was very professional during this process and was very accommodating to my concerns. When the vehicle was ready we did a final walk through and test drive. With the terms of the agreement being met we closed the deal. No muss, no fuss.What I think sets RHD apart from the many importers aside from making every effort to import quality units is that the relationship does not end when you leave. He and his staff have been so helpful when I had a concern, questions and offering solid advice or a lead that put me in the right direction.I would definitely recommend RHD Specialties if you are in the market for a JDM vehicle.

Wa
Review №43

Overall it was a great experience. Both of the individuals I worked with were pleasant and helpful. There was a little hold up with payment while I was in training for the military but worked out fine in the end. I live out of state so couldnt come see the car before hand. I wish I would have known that I needed an entire cat back exhaust before buying but I could have asked I guess. The car is great shape otherwise and I will update after some time and let everyone know if we are still on the right track.

G_
Review №44

Just wanted to give a huge shoutout to Carlos over at RHD Specialties. Ive been wanting to buy an R33 for quite a while and could not be happier with the experience I had with them. From answering the phone every time, taking every photo I asked for, answered every annoying question and text message. They checked all the boxes and as a customer those are the ones you want checked.One thing Ive got to say for any future buyers/potential current buyers. These are old cars! Theyre not fresh off the showroom floor from the 1990s, theyll most likely need some love from you, the buyer. I dont mean that in a negative way either, I mean that because its true. Thats part of owning a unique older car like these which will eventually become classics. I needed a new suspension but was told that ahead of time before I bought it because they told me everything that would most likely need to be fixed ahead of time, thats the type of transparency that I think is hard to find these days.I would rate every experience a 10/10, and customer service being an 11/10. From communitcation to actually driving and enjoying my car. If youre looking for a JDM car I would strongly suggest at least calling and talking to RHD Specialties before you look anywhere else. Already started modding it and making it my own, very happy!

da
Review №45

This was my first out of state purchase on a vehicle, let alone a Japanese vehicle! I always wanted to purchase a RHD vehicle but never really knew or understood how that worked. After talking to mutual car friend he has made a couple purchases before through RHD Specialties. Long story short, this was an EASY process. I just registered my car here in Arizona with absolutely no problem and that’s what Carlos ensured to me. Thank you Carlos and the RHD Specialties Crew for taking care of me! Love the new R32 GTST!!

A
Review №46

Last year I bought two vehicles (R32 GT-R and Supra RZ / Turbo) from RHD Specialties. I had a smooth process from start to finish. On both occasions I contacted the owner and had photos, videos, full run down of the car the same day. The cars came as described (Also fully serviced) and where ready for heavy modification after they where registered. Keep in mind these cars are 25+ years old and will have some mild imperfections. The stock of their cars are what I call user quality (They may require some cosmetic love but are ready to drive as is) not collector grade (unless noted) you can modify, drive them without worrying about it. Carlos the owner will take care of you and will try to get exactly what you want. If they dont have it in stock they can source it. When I was looking for a Supra I wanted one that was already converted to a single turbo and Carlos found me a Supra RZ with a single turbo set up (As a bonus it was also fully built). If you are looking for an RHD car I highly recommend them.

Ju
Review №47

Picked up a r33 sedan recently and have had it a couple weeks now and love the vehicle. Everything on the vehicle was just like the pictures and how it was described. I live in Arizona so getting as much info about the car was important. Carlos was quick on replying to all my messages and sending over what I asked for.My gas tank was damaged during the shipping process but it would have been hard to prove they did it. Carlos happens to spend most of his time in AZ so he went out of his way to help me out getting some employees to make a weekend trip to come down and help since the r33 gas tank is a pain. That has to be some of the best customer service I have ever had. Anyone could have just left me alone since I signed off on a 25 year old vehicle but he wanted to see me driving one of their cars.I have been driving the car everyday now and love it. Thanks Carlos and RHD team, I really appreciate everything you guys have done!!!!!!!!!!!

8
Review №48

Lol this place is hilarious, horribly overpriced JDM cars. Places like this and the USA is why JDM prices has shot up for the rest of us

GU
Review №49

EVERYONE BE VERY CAREFUL BUYING FROM THIS COMPANY! Ive seen and heard to many horror stories from ppl that failed to have a reputable shop do a PPI before they bought their car from RHD and a so called clean title wasnt so clean with frame damage and botched welds everywhere underneath the car and others with similar stories. Unfortunately theyre companies like this that take advantage of enthusiasts.Reply to their unprofessional response: I never stated I did business with you guys and I never would after hearing and seeing all the horror stories, so Im just here to warn any of your future customers on how you guys like to do business and how you treat your customers after they purchase a vehicle from you and have issues with that purchase. Heres the facts pal if you guys werent shady you wouldnt have any bad comments and then try to cover them up by replying unprofessionally or taking your reviews off your fb page. My friend that bought his skyline from you is reporting you guys to the BBB and I told him to talk to a lawyer.

Ri
Review №50

Carlos sourced me a nice Honda Prelude with all of the features I wanted. He did a great job answering all the questions I had about the process. I gave him a budget to work with, and he took care of the rest for me.I want to make a disclaimer that all these cars are sold as is. Make sure to look over the car before/after buying. They are old cars and will have issues. In my case I spent about $400 in parts to make this a reliable daily driver if needed. The only thing that would have stopped the car running was a torn timing belt that I replaced. Overall the car is clean, and Im satisfied with the purchase.

Ra
Review №51

Buying from RHD was such a good experience. From messaging originally inquiring about a car, to Carlos helping me make my purchase as easy as possible because of CA compliance, and Nick helping arrange to finally get the car to CA. Getting pictures of the ongoing process made the out of state purchase simple. The maintenance and detailing that they provided were great. The car is pristine and I couldn’t be happier! My R33 GTST was in good hands and I’m happy Carlos and Nick were there to help.

Br
Review №52

The best of the best of JDM you can get for an amazing fair price. I highly recommend anyone if interested in getting to the JDM car scene. I will for sure be back and getting another beautiful whip.

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Review №53

I originally contacted carlos in early january of 2020. We spent months going back and forth trying to find the right car. Then we found her. A burgundy r32 skyline with less then 80 thousand kilometers on it. I had to jump on it. Spending the months talking to Carlos made the process super easy. Sent my deposit, and flew out to Seattle from salt lake city utah. Drove it back. They spent an extra day doing some maintenance on it to make sure it ran right and would make it home. I absolutely love the service qnd the patience these guys had to help me accomplish my dream!!

Rh
Review №54

I never thought I would be driving my dream car at 22, but Carlos made it happen for me! When I commented on a Facebook post of the car I assumed was perfect for me (which it is), I never expected to actually end up taking it home with me. Carlos reached out to and helped me every step of the way. From getting approved, to finding insurance, rhd had my back! They’re whole team is super chill and will welcome you into the shop with a smile. Solid crew.

Br
Review №55

I have purchased 2 vehicle from RHD Specialties in the past year, a 1990 NIssan Skyline GT-R and a 1993 Toyota Supra Turbo. Both transactions went very smoothly and the vehicles were as described when they arrived. Carlos is a great guy to deal with and will help you get the true JDM car of your dreams.

Mi
Review №56

I was in the market for a right hand drive Toyota Supra. I reached out to RHD specialties to see what they could do to help me. it was not 20 minutes after I sent the email that I received a phone call from the owner. We chatted on the phone for almost an hour so he could get an idea of what exactly I was looking for. they had one in stock that fit exactly what I was looking for unfortunately it had been reserved only a few hours prior. So we went through some of their in route inventory and agreed on one of them. a few days passed and the car that I initially wanted became available for purchase again. Carlos (the owner) took the time call me and let me know the situation. I was able to purchase the car I initially wanted and he was even willing to help me out with the shipping since I had to go through trying to get a different car. I received the car about a week later and it was in great shape especially for a 27 year old car. Carlos and Nick were extremely good at communicating every step of the process with me. I have driven the car now for over a month and have had zero issues with it. If you are in the market for a right hand drive via I highly recommend reaching out to these guys and having them help you find exactly what you are looking for.

Hu
Review №57

This was my first time dealing with getting a car from out of state without seeing it and so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Carlos and Nick at RHD were extremely helpful with the process. They provided me with all the information, pictures and compression test for the car very quickly to help me go forward with the purchase. Since these cars are 25+ years old, it is unfair to expect a perfect close to like new car, but it seems like the cars they import are definitely close to that. Clearly they do their best to find cleanest jdm cars they can. I purchased a score 4 FC Rx7 that some of the rotary buddies, who have been in the game for 2 decades at least, said they’ve never seen such a clean car FC. Definitely one of the better experiences with a dealership and I’m extremely pleased with the car I purchased from them. I definitely recommend these guys!!!

Th
Review №58

Great experience working with Carlos to get my 1993 toyota supra rz. He worked with me through the whole process and made an easy purchase and delivery process.

Ca
Review №59

It was a year before i knew the ITR would finally be legal to bring into the USA, i always wanted one since 2002 when i had a chance to test drive one when only they said my credit sucked, fast forward many years later to 2020 and saw a post on instagram about the ITR coming soon to import, and i commented on the post and Carlos replied back and we just started talking about Type Rs and the hunt began, i heard about all these other places to get the job done to import but all i got was voice mails and please call back were busy, are just straight up didnt care, so communication is No. 1 in my book espiecially something this serious with money, so these guys made the process so easy and answered all my questions and told everything about the car and finally made this guys dream come true a Type R in my driveway and all LEGAL to, so if you ready to make your dream car come to reality then talk to Carlos and join the RHD family just like i did. Thanxx RHD Specialties

Ks
Review №60

High quality customer service, great deals, quick responses, quality vehicles all legally imported by them, title in hand. I got really lucky with what I picked up from RHD. Also Nick and Carlos are the best. Would recommend getting your import from here.

Ra
Review №61

These guys are genuine car enthusiasts. They really know their stuff, and really take the time to talk you through everything. I would, and will recommend them to anyone looking for their import dream car. They go above and beyond to take care of their customers, and are super down to earth. You will be impressed too!

Sa
Review №62

Carlos and his team did a great job helping me out with finding my skyline, they did a fabulous job on the paint they had done before I bought it and getting it was such a smooth and easy process, they sent good clear pictures of the car and answered every question I had since I wasn’t able to go out and look at the car in person. It did have some minor issues when I got the car but It’s an early 90’s imported sports car you can’t expect it not to. I’m very very pleased with the car and would highly recommend getting a vehicle through them if you want yourself a very clean and well kept import!

He
Review №63

Carlos and his team have been very helpful! I saw a R32 GTR for sale and had to hop on it. I was deployed to Iraq and Carlos was willing to support his service members by storing the car for me at no cost and shipped it just in time for me to come home! Highly recommend these guys if you you are in the market for your JDM dream ride!

Yo
Review №64

Over the past ten years I have purchased cars from multiple countries and all over the states through multiple people and businesses. RHD specialties has one of the largest if not the largest selection in the nation and is by far the easiest to work with. Carlos made the transaction seamless and team is very Helpful, professional, honest, knowledgeable and They genuinely care. They still keep in touch post purchase and They continue to help me source parts and answers my questions. 10/10 would buy again and will recommend.

Gi
Review №65

Just picked up my 94 WRX from them. They are incredibly nice and take great care of their vehicles. Nick and Carlos guided me through the whole process and took awesome care of the car before I drove it off their lot.

Da
Review №66

I bought a 1989 R32 GTR from Carlos and the guys at RHD. I had been shopping around for a while and no shop seemed interested in communicating with me. RHD was quick to respond and willing to answer every question I had.After presenting what I was looking for, Carlos called and spoke with me in person to get things lined up and located a ride exactly as I was after.Once we agreed and I purchased the vehicle, they gave it a full service to make sure all was in great condition and even painted the vehicle Bayside Blue as I had wanted. The paint came out fantastic (even better than I expected).At every step through the process, they send photos and documentation as needed. I was even more impressed that they took the time to make sure I was aware that California can be tricky to legalize them in prior to selling it. They wanted to make sure I was aware before taking my money which scores many points in my book.Overall, RHD Specialties has been the best place I have ever worked with for a vehicle purchase (foreign or domestic) and I plan to use them for any future imports I buy.

Ig
Review №67

I had a great experience buying with them, especially when dealing directly with Carlos, the owner. Some of the other people may be a little busy, which is understandable since these guys are pumping cars left and right. The process had a few hiccups, as expected, but overall I had a very positive outcome.People who are buying sight-unseen should not complain. These are 25+ year old cars from another country, who knows how it has been treated.Not all these cars will be 100%, and I sure hope youre not purchasing it expecting it to be a show car from the get-go.And despise all of what Ive written, it still deserves 5 stars.

Ma
Review №68

Awesome to work with! Nick and Carlos both contributed in helping me with the process. They will definitely keep you updated throughout the whole process from the day you call till the day you get your car. Trust me when I say they will indeed take care of you and help you find your dream whip 🤙🏻

Mi
Review №69

Was looking for a Nissan Skyline for a while, and I kept coming back to RHD to view their inventory. I found a car that I liked the look of and reached out. They responded immediately and worked with me to help me get a car of dreams and I couldn’t be more grateful. I flew out to pick up the car and these guys were so nice and welcoming and I couldn’t ask for a better process. Carlos and Nick were a huge help with getting the car ready for the pickup and the sales process. I’d recommend them to anyone looking to pick up a JDM car in the states.

Al
Review №70

It has always been a dream of mine to own a Nissan Skyline. These cars are JDM legends. I am so glad I found RHD Specialties! They made my dream a reality. It was my first time buying an import and they made everything easy and made the experience a fantastic one! These guys absolutely know their stuff when it comes to imports and are truly car enthusiasts working for their fellow enthusiasts. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience when purchasing my skyline from them. They have some of the cleanest cars I’ve ever seen. I still can’t believe I have a skyline! This definitely won’t be my first import and when I’m ready for my next one I won’t even think twice before going to them for my next one. Absolutely the best import dealership out there!!!

je
Review №71

Working with rhd specialties was fast and easy, the car was immaculate inside and out when I picked it up. They offered tons of photos of the car and any information I needed. Would recommend to anyone looking for a quality car.

De
Review №72

The guys here are amazing!! Outstanding customer service, extensive knowledge on the cars and the importing process, and a true sense of family are what you can expect from RHD Specialties. Carlos and his team will help you every step of the way and make sure you get that JDM dream. I purchased my second RHD car from them and I couldnt be happier, if you are in the market for an import this is the place to go. From street legends to off road beasts they truly have it all!!

Ry
Review №73

Good stuff love the employees love the cars even more

Mi
Review №74

The only thing that went smooth about my entire experience was the buying of the car. 58 days later I had to physically go into the office in an attempt to pick up my license plates due to my temporary ones about to expire and they said they forgot to do the paperwork, so they gave me new temporary plates. A week later I finally got my plates. Not even a month later I had rod knock and the engine died requiring either a rebuild or a swap. I reached out to RHD in an attempt to have them do the work since they seemed pretty knowledgeable on what needed to be or could be done. As I’m writing this my car is still sitting wherever they left it after I dropped it off and nothing has been done. During this period the only contact I got from Carlos (the owner) and RHD was through my initiation, which was roughly every two-three weeks. Multiple times they said they’d came up with a ‘plan’ only to follow through with absolutely nothing. I have texts as proof. Any plan was discussed over the phone. Initially when I dropped off my car I told them exactly what I wanted to have done to it. Either a rebuild or swap with new turbos. Okays from everyone involved and then radio silence. Rinse and repeat until the beginning of September 2020 when they finally gave me the price of everything I wanted only to tell me at the end of September after reaching out to them that the price they gave me didn’t include labor. So now after all this time we finally came to a decision to put the engine set up from Carlos’s personal GTR into mine, but after asking him to put in writing that they were in fact going to do that in a timely fashion (after saying they could do that in 2-3 days) he declined saying he didn’t want to feel pressured or have something go wrong and be on the hook for that (the irony). I reluctantly agreed and he went ahead and sent me some pictures of the compression levels of all 6 cylinders of (maybe) his motor. I then requested a leak down test which for the most part should have been done alongside the compression test, but he declined saying his guys don’t have the time. That was the last straw.I consider myself a patient guy, but man.I tried to look past all the bad things I heard and read about them but maybe there is some truth. Do some research on both this dealership and whatever car you plan on buying extensively before you even consider dealing with RHD.

Pa
Review №75

RHD Specialties, thank you. I highly recommend RHD Specialties if you are in the market for an imported vehicle. They were able to source and find the exact vehicle I was looking for and made the process as smooth as possible. Carlos and Nick are great people and if you have any questions they will keep you updated and communicate with you throughout the entire process. They also provided detailed photos and a video of the vehicle and before any final decisions they make sure youre 100% happy with the car. They work very hard to make sure of that! It was a pleasure to do business with them. 10/10 would recommend.

Ja
Review №76

Very friendly and helpful people over at rhd specialties. Communication was great and answered every question i had about the car i purchased. They made me feel more like a good friend than just a customer and that is what i call good service! If you’re looking for a rhd 90s jdm car then this is the place to go!

Ju
Review №77

The owner Carlos helped me pick out the perfect car for me. Couldn’t be happier with the process. He made it super easy and helped me understand everything as this is my first import. Very helpful staff too. No hidden suprises or problems with the car. The owner was very honest. Super cool owner and company, can’t wait to get my next car.

D
Review №78

I was pleased on the transaction of the 1994 Skyline I acquired. Some of the reviews are people just uneducated thinking a 25 year old imported car will run like a 2020 Toyota Camry. I can honestly say with a minor few adjustments and very affordable parts wastegate etc the car has no lag in boost. Thanks Guys. They are even shipping a replacement cluster. I would recommend them. My car is a great car that will become a great build.

Do
Review №79

I bought a 1994 RHD WRX Wagon from RHD Specialties and could not have been happier with the process. Carlos and Nick worked closely through the process as I dont live close. Answered all of my questions in detail, sent great pictures and video. Worked with me on shipping and shipping was FAST. Car was exactly as described and there were no surprises. Cant recommend this shop enough if youre looking at getting an imported RHD vehicle. Ill be coming back for a Supra once the budget allows!

Sk
Review №80

Bought a 93 skyline from this place. I was nervous about the purchase as I had never seen the car in person. When it got delivered, i had a garage insect it thoroughly and he said it is in great condition for its year. The guys at Rhdspecialties took the time to assure me that it is a great running condition vehicle and helped me every step of the way to getting the vehicle.

Kr
Review №81

I purchased my vehicle from RHD specialties and overall it was a decent experience. I reserved the car before it was even in the US. Their shop went over the car and sent me pictures/videos of pretty much any and everything I could have asked for. This included compression testing the motor. Carlos (the owner) was a pretty stand up guy and anytime I needed/wanted anything he got back to me quick and didn’t leave me hanging. It took about 6 weeks from when they titled to me getting a title for the car so it sat for a few weeks after arriving. It did have an decent oil leak that wasn’t disclosed. There were absorbent pads put on the undertray that caught the drops of oil and I didn’t find this until I put the car on a lift to look it over, but I guess you can’t expect perfection from something 27 years old. Changed out the seals and I was good to go, but the pads etc being put there was clearly a method used to hide the oil leak.

D.
Review №82

I purchased my JDM Subaru STi RA with these guys and the transaction was smooth and the service was amazing. I had a bunch of special requests for the cars servicing as I was driving the car 18 hours home. Carlos, Hung, and Nick took care of all of it without blinking an eye and the car didnt miss a beat all the way home. I highly recommend them if youre in the market for a JDM car or truck.

Le
Review №83

Process was super simple and they made my interests and needs a priority. Getting responses right away over text and being available for call on their days off. Wouldn’t buy an import anywhere els

ev
Review №84

I recently bought a second car from Rhd. My first experience was easy and smooth. This go around was even better, everything went seamless, Carlos and the guys at RHDspecialties took care of me like I was a new born child. They ensured my car was in top mechanical working order. They went out of their way to order parts from japan to address a very minimal issue that I would have been ok with fixing myself. They also took the initiative to provide me with undercarriage and compression pictures. 10/10 I recommend RHDspecialties to anyone looking to buy a right hand drive car. I will be coming back for a third car soon.

St
Review №85

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! These guys only import top notch quality imports straight from Japan! I purchased my RHD Mr2 from these guys and couldn’t be more happy!! The cleanest and most original example of any Mr2 I’ve ever seen!! Would definitely buy from Carlos and RHD Specialties again and again! If your in the market for a RHD import look no further!

Mi
Review №86

I’ve always had a dream of owning an FD RX7 and Carlos made that happen for me this year! The staff at RHD Specialties made sure all the paperwork went smoothly and any questions I had were answered. Super down to earth guys and made sure my car got to PA safely!

Gr
Review №87

Carlos and his team were very helpful throughout the buying process. I live in Florida and they did a great job of representing the car and it was actually in better condition than I was expecting!

ca
Review №88

I have purchased 2 vehicles from RHD and they both have been great!! I bought a 91 GTR about 4 years ago and the only thing ive had to do is maintenance and upgrades that i chose to do (intakes, coilovers paint) ect. I just got my second car from them about 2 weeks ago and again, as advertised good condition. I got a 95 Evo 3 and it is very clean. Carlos and his manager Nick have been very helpful and kept me in the loop through the entire process! I cannot recommend them enough and i will continue to go through them. Carlos, the owner, has always been very polite, helpful and most important honest about every step of the process.Thanks for everything RHD!!

ko
Review №89

Carlos was fantastic to work with! I am more than happy with my Skyline GTR I purchased from RHD Specialties. Everyone needs to realize that these cars are 30 years old and will have their flaws. You aren’t buying something new off the lot! My next import will be purchased from RHD Specialties, absolutely!

Jo
Review №90

These guys are fantastic to work with. I had excellent communication between myself and Carlos. The overall experience was a breeze thanks to him. If you are looking a Skyline, Supra, RC-7 or anything RHD these are the guys to go to! I absolutely love the 92 Skyline GTS4 that I bought from them. Thank you Carlos!

Ro
Review №91

Yeah they have nice cars. Transactions are shady though. we agreed on some terms verbally and when the contract was sent it was the opposite of what we agreed on. The difference between the deposit being refundable versus non refundable is night and day. I sent the $1000 deposit (the car was already being shipped to the US when I reached out the them) turned out to be $1040. To me that seemed fair then. When I told them I wanted my deposit back, because of the different terms we agreed on on paper and through phone communications changed. The company started being rude and was forcing me to “choose” one. Eventually I got my deposit back less $80 versus the $40 we agreed on. careful when dealing with These people.

Be
Review №92

Clean cars come with a rusted fuel system, 0 maintenance, and an engine that will fail after 6k Miles.Was told it wasnt purchased at auction so they couldnt supply history papers / Grades. Ran the VIN after buying the car (my mistake). Discovered that it was purchased at auction at the same month they listed it as coming from overseas.Car was an R Grade and had been in a front end accident.FPR began to fail on drive home from purchasing.Car had Black watery oilAir filter was blackFailing Turbo sealsAfter 6k miles failing piston rings. (Probably should have asked for compression numbers but I Assumed it was a Clean car not a rolling shell.Total purchase was $18k and will have put $10k into it just to get it safe to drive.

Ni
Review №93

Within the last month I bought my first true JDM car, did some research and found a few companies, but Carlos, Nick, and the technical team at RHD have been some of the best people I’ve worked with in the automotive industry for a long time. I received my 1995 R33 Skyline GTR V-Spec in absolutely incredible condition, and the few common issues with cars of this age were ironed out quickly and easily. I’ve been driving the car for several weeks now, and have nothing but remarks on how it’s one of the cleanest GTR specimens most people have seen. Huge thanks to RHD specialties for helping me find and purchase my dream car, and for being so helpful and friendly during the whole process and after. I will definitely come here first for any import desires I have in the future.

ro
Review №94

Carlos is the man! Only thing you need to understand is you are buying a 25 YEAR OLD CAR. So expect it is not show room condition unless of course you spend the $$ for show room condition. Anyway Carlos made my buying experience absolutely amazing. Keeping me updated as frequently as he could. Helped walk me through the whole process and any questions I had a long the way. Provided me a walk around and when I requested a video of the car being driven I had it that night by the time I got home from work. The car is in good shape again I understood buying a 25 year old car to go into it expecting things wouldn’t be perfect and with that said I couldn’t be happier with my R33. I truly trust this business/import dealership. And will return when I am ready to purchase another. So big thanks to Carols and everyone at RHD specialties that help make my dream come true. You cannot go wrong with these guys.

R_
Review №95

Carlos & Nick @RHD were fantastic they imported my dream car, the process with lengthy but with pictures upon request night or day i was very comfortable. These guys made me feel very comfortable with my purchase and now im looking into purchasing another JDM legend from them as a nice daily. A+ in my book and i wont go anywhere else.

Br
Review №96

RHD hooked me up with one of my dream cars. My first time buying a car site unseen and glad I did. They were nice enough to FaceTime the car for me before deposit and keep me updated until it arrived. Glad to be a part of the RHD family. 👌🏼 @hotboyfd

Jo
Review №97

I have bought my very own Skyline from them! I highly recommend going to these guys! Carlos is very geniune and helpful. If you need anything he will get back to you as soon as possible. And the guys at the shop are so friendly and outgoing. They have made my experience wonderful. I will definitely be going back to these guys for my next car.

On
Review №98

Amazing place to work with! Carlos is a great man and very helpful! They made the process of buying an imported car super easy. Very nice people, very knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend RHD Specialties to anybody looking to buy a right hand drive car! I flew out purchased a 1993 180sx and drove it back to Colorado from Seattle Washington, no issues with the car whatsoever!

Ch
Review №99

Amazing Team! Exquisite Shop! Beautiful Rare Cars everywhere!! Trustworthy, reliable, reputable, and humble people. Would DEFINITELY purchase more cars from them in the near future! BEST SHOP IN THE PNW!

Th
Review №100

They were very professional, and willing to tell you information. I did have trouble finding it because its in a plaza. Other than that they are very friendly, and organize.

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  • Address:18814 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032, United States
  • Site:http://rhdspecialties.com/
  • Phone:+1 253-929-8391
Categories
  • Car dealer
  • Importer
  • Motor vehicle dealer
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:9AM–6PM
  • Sunday:9AM–6PM
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