Stepwagon.com’s own van lives in Tokyo, and if ever parts or accessories are needed the helpful local Honda dealer gets them quickly. Really quickly. If the van is in for service in the morning and something unexpected is needed it usually arrives on the truck from Honda the same afternoon. The Japanese level of service is not matched everywhere, and since the Stepwagon was not officially exported from Japan, most overseas owners do not have access to Honda’s help. But help is at hand, and there are specialist companies who can supply parts reasonably and quickly.

The Stepwagon shares many parts in common with the CRV which was sold in overseas markets, including Britain, and so these parts are freely available.

Dealers who specialise in importing or converting Japanese vehicles usually have access to parts suppliers, often in Japan, and can be helpful to customers. The level of service varies, and it is well worth asking a dealer about his parts set-up before parting with hard earned cash.