Toyota Supra MK4 (A80): import and eligibility guide
The MK4 Supra, chassis code A80, is famous for its 2JZ straight-six. Toyota sold a US-market Supra, but the Japanese version is the one import buyers want, and it is a right-hand-drive car with its own specification.
What the Toyota Supra MK4 is
| Chassis | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A60 | 1981–1986 | Second-generation Supra, originally sold as the Celica Supra. |
| A70 | 1986–1993 | Third-generation (MK3) Supra with the 7M engine. |
| A80 | 1993–2002 | Fourth-generation (MK4). The twin-turbo 2JZ-GTE model is the icon. |
Is the Toyota Supra MK4 legal to import to the US?
JDM A80 Supras qualify under the 25-year rule as each build passes 25 years old. Every A80 built from 1993 through 2000 is eligible now; 2001 and 2002 builds become eligible in 2026 and 2027. The EPA 21-year exemption is already met, but that exemption applies only to vehicles in their original configuration, not modified from the manufacturer's original design.
A US-market Supra was sold here from 1993 to 1998, so those specific left-hand-drive cars do not need the age exemption. The 25-year route is for the JDM right-hand-drive cars and the later A80s.
Import eligibility under the 25-year rule is set by the date of manufacture, so always check the chassis plate. The 25-year import rule explains how the exemption works and how to confirm it. The EPA age exemption applies only to vehicles in their original configuration, not modified from the manufacturer's original design; confirm current requirements with the EPA's official vehicle-import guidance.
What it costs to land a Supra MK4
The A80 has a strong following, and clean twin-turbo cars command a premium. Automatic and non-turbo cars sit lower, and condition and originality move the price a lot.
Budget for the exporter fee and Japanese inland transport, ocean freight, marine insurance, US duty and customs charges, a bond and broker, and state taxes and registration. Ask for a line-by-line landed cost.
The 2JZ is a robust engine, but age-related maintenance and any previous modification still belong in your budget.
Supra MK4 import: what to know
For a "supra mk4 import", decide early whether you want a JDM car or a US-market one — they are different routes. A JDM A80 needs the 25-year exemption and arrives right-hand drive; a US-market car was sold here and follows ordinary title and registration rules. Check the build date on the JDM car before you buy.
Ready to look at real cars? Browse Toyota Supra listings at JDMBUYSELL, a marketplace that specialises in Japanese domestic market vehicles. Use the guide above to work out what you want and what it will take to land it, then compare actual listings.
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Toyota Supra MK4: common questions
Is the Toyota Supra MK4 legal to import to the US?
A JDM A80 Supra qualifies under the 25-year rule once it is 25 years old by build date. Cars built from 1993 to 2000 qualify now; 2001 and 2002 cars follow in 2026 and 2027.
What is the Supra MK4 chassis code?
The MK4 Supra is the A80, built from 1993 to 2002. The earlier generations are the A70 (MK3) and A60 (MK2).
How much does it cost to import a Supra MK4?
It varies with the car's specification, condition and history, plus shipping, duty and state registration. Ask a seller or exporter for an itemised landed-cost quote.
General information only — not legal, customs or tax advice. Rules can change. Confirm current requirements with US Customs and Border Protection, NHTSA, the EPA, and your state motor vehicle agency before importing.