Best time of year to import a car from Korea

Timing your purchase affects both selection and price. The Encar market shifts through the year with rental fleet renewal seasons and new model launches.

When does supply increase?

• Year-end — corporate and rental fleet renewals add a large batch of near-new cars
• After a new model launch — owners of the outgoing generation list their cars at competitive prices
• Start of Korea's fiscal year (April) — higher registration and resale activity

Is timing more important than the deal itself?

No. A car with an excellent Encar report and low mileage is worth buying any time of year. Timing widens your options, but it doesn't replace a solid inspection before you pay.

Tell us the model you're after and we'll monitor the market for you, sending the best matches as soon as they're listed.