[big-geek!]

I was stationed near Tokyo (NAF Atsugi if you're familiar with the area) for almost 10 years and I drove a 2001 Camaro SS that I had shipped over there. Yes, it was a little large for some of the very small, rural roads but I just didn’t drive there. The bi-annual inspection required to renew JCI (Japanese Comprehensive Insurance) looks at things such as lights, side blinkers, ground clearance ect. These things are not a problem as I already have someone who will install side blinkers and amber rear turn signals. Folding mirrors are not required as they do not extend beyond the widest point of the car beyond the standard (this has been confirmed)

My question is (or rather was) specifically regarding current emissions standards in Japan as I heard that recently (as recent as January 2011) the emissions standards in Japan have become stricter. When the vehicle enters into the country, it will be inspected inside and out as if it had just rolled off the assembly line. The lights and exterior requirements can be met easily. But the work that I've done to the motor may cause it to fail emissions. I can have a 5 gas analyzer hooked up to it here and discover if it will pass before I attempt to ship it. So was wondering if anyone there has attempted to pass a 2010 SS through the emissions testing in Japan.

The car I intend on bringing over will be a turbo charged SS that has had some other work done under the hood as well. So I'd be very interested in communicating with someone who has been through the process of importing a 5th gen into Japan recently. thanks

Craig