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Thuener · 2005-10-31 10:31:55

what is the difference between JDM and OEM? :shrug:

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Oct 31, 2005

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newb question!!!

what is the difference between JDM and OEM?

Oct 31, 2005

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JDM is an acronym for "Japanese Domestic Market"

OEM is an acronym for "Original Equipment Manufacturer"

In theory these would indicate:

"JDM" = something that was stock specifically on the Japanese market version of the car

"OEM" = something that was made by the OEM (Honda) in general (eg: stock parts)

What it usually ends up meaning though is:

"JDM" = ANYTHING a speed shop wants to sell badly, or anything with LEDs

"OEM" = ANYTHING made in China that someone on ebay wants to overcharge for

Hope this clears things up

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EDM is european domestic market.
USDM is United States domestic market

Anything on the car when you buy it is OEM (unless it is a used ricer car) regardless of whether it is USDM, JDM, or EDM. Aftermarket honda accessories are OEM parts because they are made by Honda. Anything else is aftermarket.