Can someone explain to me what JDM and USDM are? I've seen people talk about JDM parts vs USDM parts. I always though JDM was an aftermarket parts company

Also I know my 96 Civic is an EK. What's an EK4, EK5, etc?


Is there a FAQ somewhere with a list of abreviations for NooBs like me?

 

Japanize
Domestic
Market

United
States
Domestic
Market

One is manufactured for sale in Japan and the other for the US......

 

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Domestic
Market

United
States
Domestic
Market

One is manufactured for sale in Japan and the other for the US......</TD></TR></TABLE>

i think he meant japanese


the word jdm adds another 100 dollars to everything

 

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i think he meant japanese


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haha, anything that is JDM is 300% better, so it's more than 100 bucks.

 

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Domestic
Market

United
States
Domestic
Market

One is manufactured for sale in Japan and the other for the US......</TD></TR></TABLE>

Jdm Parts are more rare and sometimes better then the usdm

 

If you really want to up the dollar value add Type R or Spec V to the JDM thing. If you want to go exponential go for Mugen or Spoon.

 

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throw in the word carbon fiber and your golden

 

Civic forum is going downhill by the day

 

JDM - Japanese Domestic Market
USDM - US Domestic Market

As I understand it there are specific model Hondas built exclusivly for sale and use in Japan. I assume that there are certain local regulations as well as style and taste that they are intended to conform to.

In the US the JDM parts seem to be somewhat of a collectible/desirable item since they are different and rare. I guess the draw is that you could be the only person for miles that has a different (JDM) cup holder, for example in your Civic.

 

ek refers to the chassis code, im assuming your car isnt RHD, and your not from japan/europe so your chassis code should be Ej (something) you can find it on your vin number