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Get WAV Import Options from Japan
Narrow down suitable Japanese WAV options around the person, wheelchair and everyday requirements.
Find a WAV that works around your needs
Choosing a wheelchair accessible vehicle is different from choosing a conventional car. The right option depends on much more than make and model, including how the wheelchair user will enter the vehicle, where they need to sit, how many other passengers travel regularly and whether additional accessibility equipment is required.
Japan has a large domestic market for factory-built and professionally converted accessible vehicles, including Toyota Welcab and other specialist configurations. Give us as much information as you can below and we'll use it to identify the types of vehicles worth exploring.
Accessibility-led options
We start with the wheelchair user's practical requirements rather than choosing a vehicle first.
Suitable Japanese WAVs
Explore vehicles and configurations that correspond with the type of access, seating and space you require.
Budget guidance
Understand what your budget may realistically open up before deciding whether to proceed.
No-pressure support
Research the options, ask questions and understand the process before making any commitment.
Tell us what you need from your WAV
The more we understand about how the vehicle will be used, the better we can narrow down suitable options.
You don't need to know which Japanese model or conversion you need.
No obligation to proceed. We'll use your requirements to help identify suitable accessible vehicle options and explain what may realistically be available from Japan.
Questions about exploring a WAV from Japan
Buying an accessible vehicle raises different questions from buying a conventional car. Here are some of the things buyers commonly want to understand before submitting an enquiry.
What happens after I submit the form?
We'll review the information you've provided to understand what's realistically possible within your budget. If we need to clarify anything, we'll contact you first. Otherwise, we'll prepare personalised import options, estimated all-in costs, and explain the next steps so you can make an informed decision.
What will I receive?
You'll receive realistic WAV import options that match your requirements, together with estimated landed costs for Ireland, expected delivery times and any advice we think may help with your decision.
What if my budget isn't realistic?
We'll tell you honestly. If we don't think your expectations match the current market, we'll explain why and suggest alternatives that may offer better value or fit your budget more comfortably.
Can you recommend more than one model?
Of course. If several WAVs suit your requirements, we'll often suggest a few different options so you can compare them before deciding which direction you'd like to take.
What if I already have a specific WAV in mind?
That's perfectly fine. Tell us exactly what you're looking for and we'll let you know whether it fits your budget, what it's likely to cost landed in Ireland and whether there may be other alternatives worth considering.
How long will it take to hear back?
Every enquiry is reviewed individually, so response times can vary depending on how busy we are. We aim to reply as soon as we've had time to properly review your requirements.
Not sure which WAV configuration you need?
You don't need to know the difference between every Japanese Welcab configuration before contacting us. Tell us about the wheelchair, who needs to travel, the type of access required and your approximate budget. We can use that information to help narrow the search and explain which vehicle types may be worth considering.
Take your time. Understanding the right layout and access arrangement comes before choosing the vehicle.
About this page
Helping Irish buyers explore wheelchair accessible vehicles from Japan
This page is designed to help us understand the practical requirements behind your search for a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Rather than starting with a particular make or model, the questions focus on how the vehicle needs to work for the wheelchair user and anyone travelling with them.
Information such as wheelchair type and dimensions, preferred access method, seating arrangement, passenger capacity and budget can help narrow the search to more suitable Japanese WAV configurations. Where you already have a particular model or layout in mind, you can include that too.
Submitting the form is an initial enquiry only. It gives us a clearer starting point from which to explore suitable vehicles and discuss the available options with you.
A few things to know
The information and vehicle examples provided by JDM Direct Ireland are for general guidance and buyer-education purposes. Wheelchair accessible vehicles can differ significantly in their conversion design, internal dimensions, access system, wheelchair position, seating capacity and equipment, even where the underlying vehicle model is the same.
Any vehicle being considered should therefore be assessed individually against the wheelchair user's specific practical requirements. Measurements, accessibility equipment and seating arrangements should be confirmed before a purchasing decision is made.
Vehicle availability, condition, mileage, specification, pricing, exchange rates, shipping costs, taxes and other import-related costs can change. Any early-stage pricing or import estimates are indicative only until a specific vehicle and its associated costs have been confirmed.
Information relating to Irish tax reliefs, grants, vehicle adaptations or eligibility for the Disabled Drivers and Disabled Passengers Scheme should not be treated as an eligibility determination or professional medical, tax or legal advice. Eligibility and applicable requirements should be confirmed with the relevant Irish authorities or appropriate professional before proceeding.