Corporate Overview

SAWAMOTOR Co., Ltd, established in 2022, is a branch of 株式会社TRAPIDE (Trapide Co., Ltd.), a company committed to transforming the car export-import industry. Recognizing the challenges of the time—lack of trust, transparency, and reliable connections between buyers and sellers—we set out to create a solution. SAWAMOTOR was created to bridge this gap, offering a dependable and stress-free experience for international car trading.

Company Information

Company Name Trapide Co., Ltd. (EN),
株式会社TRAPIDE (JP)
Japan Corporate No. 4011001148360
Year Established 2022
Branch Companies SAWAMOTOR Co., Ltd
Company Representative FREDDY KANKOLONGO (CEO)
Business Description Export and Sale of Automobiles, and similar
License of Secondhand Tokyo Public Safety Commission
Location Head Office: Shibuya 2-7-14-302, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 〒1500002
Contact +81 807 410 0831
Mail Address ask@sawamotor.com
Corporate Site trapide.com
What Drives Us

Our Mission & Values

Transparency

We share auction sheets, inspection photos, and full cost breakdowns before you commit to anything.

Quality First

We only recommend vehicles we'd be comfortable buying ourselves. Honest grading, no hidden damage.

Customer Partnership

We treat every buyer as a long-term partner, not a one-time transaction. Over 60% of our business is repeat buyers.

Reliability

When we commit to a vehicle, a price, and a ship date — we deliver. No surprises, no excuses.

Our Difference

What Sets Us Apart

Direct auction access at USS, JAA, TAA, and JU auctions — no sub-agents, no markups.
Bilingual team in Japan that reads auction sheets in Japanese — what you see is accurate.
We take photos of the actual vehicle before buying, not relying on auction stock photos.
Dedicated relationship with freight lines servicing African routes — competitive shipping rates.
Proforma invoice issued before any payment, with itemized breakdown of all costs.
We stay with you through customs clearance, connecting you to trusted port agents in your country.

Ready to Work with Us?

Whether you're a first-time importer or an experienced dealer, we're here to help you source the right vehicle at the right price.

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