I’m very happy to recommend Sandun (Elongate Trading Private Limited ) to anyone planning to import a vehicle to Sri Lanka. We recently purchased a vehicle through his company, and the whole process was handled very professionally and transparently. Since I was coordinating everything from overseas, I needed someone I could fully trust, and Sandun handled pretty much everything from start to finish. I honestly didn’t have to worry much at all. He shared the original auction sheet and all the important vehicle details clearly, so we knew exactly what we were buying before moving forward. What I appreciated the most was his honest guidance throughout the process. Sandun has many years of experience in the vehicle industry, and his knowledge really helped us make the right decision with confidence. He also took care of customs clearance, RMV registration, insurance, emission test, number plates, and all related work without unnecessary delays. Overall, Sandun is a legend. The whole process was smooth, clear, and stress-free. I would confidently recommend him to anyone looking for a genuine vehicle and reliable support with the import process.

Sandun Lakmal Apitawalage
Twenty years in the motor vehicle industry. A technologist by training.
He spent two decades around cars, and came to them from computers.
Sandun Lakmal Apitawalage has worked in the motor vehicle industry for around twenty years. Elongate Trading (Private) Limited is the company he runs today, importing vehicles from Japanese auctions for buyers in Sri Lanka and overseas, from an office on the Galle Road at Molligoda, Wadduwa.
He is, by background, an IT professional — a technologist before he was an importer. That is an unusual route into this trade, and it is the reason the business is run the way it is: every vehicle documented, every stage evidenced, every buyer sent the same paperwork in the same order, whether they are in Colombo or Melbourne.
There is no chain of agents and nobody to be passed along to. He bids on the car, ships it, clears it, registers it at the RMV and hands it over himself — whether it is a unit he has brought in to sell or one a buyer has asked him to find. Around forty vehicles have gone out that way, and almost every one of them came from somebody recommending him to somebody else.
That is a slow way to build a business and a difficult one to fake. It is also the only reason this page exists.
Sandun handing over the keys to a customer
What a technologist does differently
Not a slogan — these are the three habits buyers actually notice.
Everything is documented
Auction sheet, JEVIC certificate, Bill of Lading, CusDec, duty receipts, registration. Sent as they are issued, not summarised afterwards.
The same process every time
Five stages, in the same order, with the same paperwork at each one. You always know which stage your car is at.
The maths is shown
Duty, excise, VAT and SSCL itemised rather than folded into one figure. You see how a Japanese price becomes a Sri Lankan one.
In their words
Left by customers on Google.
Elongate Trading is the best option if you’re looking for genuine vehicles. I recently bought a Honda Vezel Z from Sandun and was genuinely impressed by his service and transparency. • Fair pricing compared to current market rates • Excellent customer service with great trustworthiness • Received professional advice free of charge • Offering Sterling Warranty Professional and reliable service throughout the entire process. Thank you, Sandun!
We recently purchased a vehicle from Elongate Trading, and we had a wonderful experience throughout the process. A special thank you to Mr. Sadun for his exceptional support, trustworthy service, and excellent understanding of our requirements. His friendly and helpful approach made the entire experience smooth and comfortable. Highly recommended!
I had an excellent experience importing my vehicle through this company. The owner was very attentive, honest, and supportive from the beginning to the end. He patiently helped us choose the right vehicle and explained every detail clearly whenever we had questions. His knowledge about different vehicle models is impressive, and it really helped us make the right decision. We also received timely updates about the shipment, which gave us confidence throughout the process. Everything was handled smoothly and professionally. Even after completing the purchase, he continued to assist us with vehicle registration and other steps. From A to Z, his service was outstanding. Highly recommended!
We bought a Toyota Passo 2023 for our family from Elongate in last October, We enjoyed this purchase and the service by Mr.Sadun, Vehicle came with sterling warranty and given a good offer after negotiations.So far vehicle is in good condition and we got its first free service done recently from Sterling as well.Rwgisterations and second key was received in no time as well.This was truly a good purchasing experience
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a genuine vehicle. I recently bought a Wagon R FX from Elongate Trading and was very impressed with their service, transparency, and professionalism throughout the entire process. • Pricing was very fair and well aligned with the current market, making the purchase feel worthwhile. • All original auction sheets and import-related documents were shared upfront, which gave full confidence about the vehicle condition. • The entire process including custom clearance, RMV registration, and insurance was handled efficiently without any delays or stress. • They also provided helpful guidance throughout the purchase and offer Magcity Warranty, which is a big plus since only a few importers provide it. • After the deal was completed, they even came in person to hand over printed number plates and number plate covers, which was a nice finishing touch. Overall, the experience was smooth and reliable. Elongate Trading is a trustworthy place to buy a vehicle, and I’m happy with the service provided. Thank you!
Highly recommend for anyone looking for a genuine vehicle. I recently bought a Vezel RS from Sandun and was impressed by his service and transparency. -Very competitive and fair price compared to the current market rates. -Provided all original auction sheets and import documents upfront, so I knew exactly what I was import/buying. -The Custom clearance,RMV registration and insurance paperwork were handled smoothly without any delays. -Received all the professional advice for free & importantly he’s offering Sterling Warranty which only few importers offering. Professional Service, Thank you Sandun!
I had a great experience purchasing my car from this company. The owner was very friendly, honest, and helpful throughout the entire process. Everything was handled professionally and smoothly. Highly recommended for anyone looking to buy a vehicle.
I recently imported Wagon R FX from Mr. Sadun and the entire experience was smooth and professional from start to finish. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and helped me choose the right vehicle for my needs and budget. The paperwork process was quick and transparent, with no hidden surprises. The vehicle was delivered in excellent condition, and I’m very satisfied with its performance and comfort so far. I truly appreciate the excellent customer service and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle.
I have purchased two vehicles from Sandun. One was a Toyota Belta that had already been imported. The other is the vehicle I am currently using, a Toyota Axio (WXB). I have known Sandun for many years, and he is a very genuine, trustworthy, and reliable person. I did not experience any technical or other issues with the Toyota Belta, and after using it for five years, I sold it at a significant profit. I am extremely satisfied with my Toyota Axio, and when I decide to sell it, I will definitely ask Sandun to import another vehicle for me. In addition to selling vehicles, he also provides valuable advice on insurance, maintenance, and repairs. He is highly committed to his work and genuinely wants his customers to receive the best value for their money. I wish Sandun and Elongated Trading (PVT) LTD all the very best and continued success in the future.
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