US import

Japanese cars reaching 25 years in 2027

Generations in our records whose first or last cars turn 25 in 2027, by month.

Feb

Jun

Jul

Aug

Oct

Nov

Dec

Month not recorded

A vehicle 25 or more years old can be imported into the US without meeting current safety standards, counted from its month of manufacture (NHTSA). The dates here come from when each version went on sale or ended, so check the build plate of the car itself.