Japan auction grade sheet explained (3.5, 4, 4.5)

Grade overview

Higher grade generally means less visible damage history — not a substitute for inspection.

Translate the sheet

• Exterior/interior scores
• Accident/repair markers
• Odometer rollback flags (verify independently)

Model-specific

• **Prado** — check underbody and frame notes.
• **Harrier/Vezel hybrid** — confirm no hybrid system notes.
• **CX-5** — rust and rear hatch mentions.

Land cost still matters

Pair grade with duty estimate and local price ceiling.