Who ever buys this. PLEASE, for the love of all things sacred. Take good care of this truck, it is so pretty.

Probably the nicest mini truck ive ever seen. This is the kind of stuff we need to see on the roads more

@ironhell813

7 ай бұрын

Daihatsu doesn’t exactly have the best track record in Japan hence why this is made by Toyota.

@cincinnati4391

7 ай бұрын

Unless you mean banned from certain roads, then no we don’t. They have zero crumple zones and if they get hit by any larger car at 55mph the kei truck driver will most often die. If you want them in cities or on farms, sure go for it, but you’re gonna need a lot of new paperwork (which the government isn’t exactly known for doing) just to give them specific regulations and laws. That’s why 1500 type trucks are so popular with brands now, because they circumvent a lot of regulations given to smaller utility vehicles, along with smaller vehicles in general.

@larryhouse3776

7 ай бұрын

@cincinnati4391 if motorcycles, polaris slingshots and literally things like a Ford Model T can still be road registered and legally driven. So can this.

@natehill8069

7 ай бұрын

I have a similar (but much older) one, but I would never use it on Ohio roads, too many rednecks who would crash into it on purpose just cause its not a Ford (or Chevy, or Dodge). I love it for farm use, tho; way better than a Rhino or Mule.

@sergeantbigmac

7 ай бұрын

@@cincinnati4391 Newer US vehicle regulations have both led to much safer vehicles and have also stifled innovation. Im of the personal opinion some of these regulations especially on imports should be eased a little bit. My solution would not be to ban this segment, but allow their sale with the requirement the dealer informs the seller there is a higher likelihood of their death in a collision. Make them sign a legal waiver or something. That way the driver can make an informed decision about their own life choices. Like another person said how can motorcycles, slingshots and certain ATVs be road legal without batting an eye but all of a sudden a little truck with "no crumple zone!!!" is the epitome of terrible design?

I wish this brand would come back to the USA. Fantastic economy without the unwanted bells and whistles

@Pocketfarmer1

7 ай бұрын

Which bells and whistles did they leave out? Ambient lighting and an umbrella in the door?

@blito3wot

7 ай бұрын

it all points to the regulators not rewarding the big three for not building the smaller pickups....would save the US economy on fuel use for these smaller trucks....but nope, the sliding scale on fuel economy punishes the fuel economy of smaller trucks out of the market. best truck 4 cycle 8 foot box carry 500 to 1000 pounds, most working man trucks dont need to be 100 000 dollar monsters.

@cincinnati4391

7 ай бұрын

⁠@@blito3wotSeveral have max speeds of 30-60mph, little weight, and no crumple zones. I don’t think giving a ton of people these is exactly a bright idea unless you force them to stay off both state highways and interstates, which is difficult on its own. Yeah they’re good for fuel economy, but they’re made for Japan, which isn’t exactly known for the big, high speed streets like we have here. All in all, I’m not saying you shouldn’t, but I’m saying it’s probably better to think about it a bit more first.

@mosseon3456

7 ай бұрын

@@cincinnati4391 just enforce traffic impedance laws. the problem will work it's self out. if a few assholes not acting right was justification for limiting everybody we'd have the modern US government that everyfuckingbody hates.

@Hackenberg

7 ай бұрын

US automakers have better lobbyists.

I owned the 6 seater mini bus version of this van. The windows were one way glass & the bench seats clipped out, to fit on the roof rack. Dual sliding doors, turned it into a mini camper. Insanely useful bit of kit & very practical. ❤

My wife had a street legal Daihatsu Rocky. She drove that little mini jeep for 15 years. It had power brakes and A/C but thats all. Manual steering, door locks, window cranks, locking hubs etc. All basic. It was a fun car. Removable rear roof. Full removable sun roof. Great in the snow. Thankfully we are both under 5'6" because the car was SMALL. Cruising in 5th gear you had to shift to neutral to change the cassette tape. GREAT LITTLE CAR !

@mrlaw711

10 ай бұрын

That's all you need. Anything but the basics will break down later.

@marionwallsten7507

10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@suezbell1

9 ай бұрын

Really wish any vehicle maker made "all basic" vehicles -- would really like to have an all basic extend cab (space behind the seat for groceries/tools) truck, preferably with those old style triangle windows on the drivers side and front passenger side windows for air flow ... less AC needed.

@matthewselby4865

7 ай бұрын

​@@suezbell1 those triangle windows were banned because they weren't made of safety glass & lodging themselves in the carotid artery turning even minor accidents into fatalities.

@BillyJoeJimBob28

7 ай бұрын

​@@matthewselby4865that's no fun... no vent windows. 😒

This unit would make a great off-road camper. Great color on this one!

This is wonderful. Unfortunately the American public doesn’t know what’s good for them. This (as well as long bed, reg. cab pick ups) are what contractors need to actually do productive work. But the American public has all but ignored actual work trucks as of late. I’m tired of seeing people buy double cab pickups and then complain that they can’t fit standard 2x4 or plywood sheets in the back. Bring back regular cab pickups with 8 foot beds and this type vehicle.

@monkeymule1286

10 ай бұрын

A diesel Type 1 Technical would be worth starting a guerilla war for,, but not available stateside.

@pulehushortribs157

9 ай бұрын

New Trucks now are mostly hot rods or luxury family vehicles full of the latest electronics and all the bells and whistles and unbelievably for this old timer expensive too!

@thomaswhite5928

9 ай бұрын

I imagine it would be tiring worrying about what other Americans are doing. I have a family and love my mega cab. You do realize that you can fit Plywood in a 6 ft. bed right. All you have to do is drop the tailgate, and if you do that you can haul 10 ft. lumber easily by securing it with ratchet straps. Anything larger and a trailer works well since all trucks have a hitch receiver. I bet if you really think about it, the only people you've ever heard complain about truck bed size are the imaginary ones in your head and you. Most of my family and friends have extended cabs and I've never heard anyone complain, let alone to the point I'd be tired of hearing about it.

@davidt8438

9 ай бұрын

@@thomaswhite5928 what’s your problem? I don’t worry endlessly about what you or your misguided family does or thinks. You should stop imagining things that you don’t understand and give your small brain a rest. You’re what’s wrong with this country with your superior attitude towards people that have passed you by in your 20’s and compelled you to post nonsense in an attempt to gain an equal footing with real workers that construct rather than trying to look edgy.

@pulehushortribs157

9 ай бұрын

1/3 of the country picked trump, You are absolutely correct, they have no idea what's good for them

I worked at a golf resort with 2 courses for just under 30 years. When I started there in 1990 they had 3 Daihatsu Hijets. They were 1986 models and were 2 wheel drive with 4-speed (governed at 25 mph). The governor was ignition cut-off. The engine was as smooth as can be, and the transmission and clutch always operated beautifully. One of them had no doors or roof and that one was a tan or beige color. The other two were white. All three of them had the same sides and tailgate as the one in the video. The two with doors were only used by one guy each, but the one with no doors could be used by anyone, first come, first serve. I always preferred it over the Cushmans, because it drove so nicely. I think all three were gone by the 2000s. Anyway, I watched this video just out of curiosity, because I saw a Hijet being towed on a trailer when we were on a road trip recently.

This would make a fine light-duty farm truck. It would also be fine to take camping equipment to a woodlot.

Daihatsu is a good brand as long as they make them in Japan.

@richardmayberry6393

7 ай бұрын

This is what I really want. What is the price?

This thing is sweet. Perfect for the farm.

Excellent ! Back to the retro 1980's wine-red truck color ( a Toyota exclusive ).

I would buy one in a heartbeat. I don't need all the bells and whistles just something simple.

This little pickup is just awesome.

I rented a Dahatsu Rocky suv diesel in Costa Rica for two weeks to drive around the country what a rugged vehicle

Unique little gift 🎁 at least it won't be a problem finding parking for travelers

Back in the mid 80s we used to have these HiJets as utility vehicles for managing our golf courses. Ours were stripped-down versions that did not have a/c or doors for that matter. They were governed to only 15 mph. They haven't changed looks much however

@randywilson6869

10 ай бұрын

I had a San-fu and it was opened up to 65 mph. Mine was tagged but man if u would have a wreck u would b the first one there lol

@MillerMeteor74

7 ай бұрын

Two of ours had doors and were governed to 20 mph. See my earlier comment. They were great little vehicles.

You mentioned everything but the suggested retail price.

Everything about this is so cool.2wd/4wd/ differential lock. Can be converted to flat bed. Cousy roomy carb with powered door locks/ windows. As well as manual transmission looks fun to drive and hvac controls! Ac and heat. Honestly I would rather have it over most Polaris sxs. This is probably half the money.

When they put the steering wheel on the left side I will be much more interested ! I do love the 5 speed, hi/low range and diff locks !

@mikejohnson9118

10 ай бұрын

Same here. And a dump bed option.? Matte metallic green//Slightly bigger tires//Decently sized front bumper. What engine does this have? And A/C?

@makeitpay8241

10 ай бұрын

i used to work for a guy who owned a mail jeep. after i drove it a couple times i got used to it.

@kiwibrett

10 ай бұрын

​@@mikejohnson9118I run one of these in New Zealand so the steering wheel is on the right side! Mine IS a hydraulic dump truck version and absolutely the most useful vehicle on my farm. With its street tyres on its road legal here, with its ATV tyres on it goes where side-by-sides go, but carrying 1500lbs of fence posts or 6 sheep in a stck cage. Plus it has heating. I will never go back to an ATV on my farm.

@silvestreguico6583

9 ай бұрын

Yes, left-hand drive is what we need here in Philippines.

@johnsmithfakename8422

8 ай бұрын

This is an imported Kei car from Japan. As it is intended to be for the Japan only market the steering wheel is on the right side. There are Kei cars being imported to America due to certain laws. Remember that Kei cars are small and can not meet any American road safety requirements.

In Philippines have a lot this kind of vechile with different models.. Very good vechiles.. :)

Love that!!! Want that!!

Here in the Philippines, we convert the steering wheel from right to left. Mechanics here are pretty much familiar and knows how to convert the steering wheels. These kei cars we haul people not just stuffs.

Almost makes me wish i had a farm!

A lot of the features in the interior like start button and panel buttons are the same as my 2016 Tacoma

I have a crane service, and one of my customers has one of these, while waiting for a trucker to show I had a chance to eyeball it real close, LIKE!

These trucks are so mini cute 🥰

Brilliant little truck. We had a Daihatsu terios absolutely amazing car never went wrong.

I'm really thinking about buying one. I like the green color. It's just a simple work truck.

Such a nice paint job.

Jumbo cab, that's cute.

Would it kill yah to center the front axle in the wheel well?

Made by Daihatsu, not Toyota. Daihatsu is owned by Toyota, though. I have a 2023 Jumbo with basic package. Love it! Don’t need the 2wd and other extras. I hate the auto stop function. I wish you could disable permanently with a push of a button. Daihatsu is the best!

@levi.k4017

Жыл бұрын

Do you think there would be enough room in the bed to install 2 metal tool boxes?

@AutoReport1

11 ай бұрын

Toyota biggest shareholder and controller, but you can still buy stock.

@andrewloranger

10 ай бұрын

How are you getting around the 25 year import rule to get this stateside?

@AutoReport1

10 ай бұрын

@@andrewloranger key words here "off road". You can't drive it on public streets. It's the same deal with Chinese mini trucks and Kandi EVs.

@andrewloranger

10 ай бұрын

@@AutoReport1 I understand that, I actually import street legal ones… my contacts in Japan aren’t even hip to me buying one of these for “off-road” use so I’m curious what the process is more than anything. **Editing this to also say that if you're importing these as "farm" vehicles that isn't exactly legit either.

what does a hi jet pick up like the one twlked about cost to buy tax and all.?

🤔Owned a Suzuki-Carry,2in. lift,oil heater,battery warmer it was an awesome lil truk to tool around in.😎

would have like to hear it run and see it drive.

Excellent. I like this. Great job all.

Is it street legal? how much? Why can't salesmen answer the most basic questions.

@Adabulldoya

2 ай бұрын

My guess 20k

@Adabulldoya

2 ай бұрын

My bad it’s 30k

I’m getting one!

How did you get a current gen hijet in the us?

Web site link didn't work...

They use these and the van types in Turkiye 🇹🇷 ...! With gasoline at 1.59 USD per liter ( ~6 USD per gallon ), it makes sense !

Do you sell the ones with the Steering Wheel on the left handed side????

Here in Oregon. You can get them, but for off-road use or farming use only, which is fine with me. I just wish i could find one that is left side drive, not right

daihatsu make a fantastic diesel used in the rest of the world.will it be avaleble in north america.??

What is the top speed for these trucks? Our interstates are posted 65mph, so aka 80pmh.

Wow, I don't know that they still make Hijet, last thing I saw on the street is Hijet1000, here I haven't seen the newest Hijet maybe because Daihatsu already have a good sales with the GranMax, the new Hijet head looks like recent Suzuki Carry btw.

Awesome mini truck. Loved the color.

We need right side drive versions of these trucks for road use.

Can you get one in four-door? I have seen four doors. A guy used to sell them over here in Louisiana.

Right hand drive?

does it come in Left side drive

what are the dimensions of the bed? what is the 'farming package'?

Beautiful! Wouldnt work for my needs tho; I have a '91 S83p I bought battered, with rust and scratches and pieces falling off. It goes _anywhere_ (4x4 w/diff lock and offroad tires just like this one) it turns tight and will climb breathtakingly steep hills and carries a ton (well, 1/3 ton anyway) of stuff. I dont know what mileage it gets because the hillbillies I bought it from broke the odometer (presumably trying to turn it back, which was stupid cause it was over 20 yo when I bought it - who cares what the odo says at that point, especially in an offroad vehicle). But when I bang into a boulder or hear it scrape between thorn bushes I go "glad theres nothing left to hurt" - Id be terrified to use this one cause its too pretty. Plus I wouldnt want all those "power" things that can break, and I certainly wouldnt want to pay for them.

Dream pick up for a farm with 4x4 requirments

That looks cool I want one

Do they sell in usa yet, left hand drive? And a tilt bed. This be perfect for my ranch and hunting

Thats a nice truck right there

Can't get them with the steering wheel on the proper side?

Is it available in USA?

love it from mexico!

Where can I pick one of these up and how much do they cost?

Hmm the Steering wheel is on the wrong side and is it 4 wheel Drive and that makes me want One for myself .

You could actually give us some info on this. How much? What's the gas mileage? How much weight will it haul? Duh! Will the local Toyota dealer service it? Can it be ordered via a local dealership?

They're between 20-30K on average for anyone not wanting to visit the site to get the price.

Would love to have one to drive locally. They are becoming street legal in many areas.

@Clayson000

9 ай бұрын

and many areas are banning them from street use like Virginia. they just banned any 4 wheeled vehicle with an engine size less than 660cc, which outlaws all kei cars and trucks to be tagged in the state

@sx300pilot5

9 ай бұрын

I understand Georgia just banned them as well…

@matthewshultz8762

7 ай бұрын

@@Clayson000 It's a shame, I am pretty sure they are doing this to outlaw ATVs and possibly side by sides driving on road, but these Kei trucks are entirely different vehicles. They should rework it to instead say 4 wheeled vehicle without enclosed cab. There's tons of ATV and SXS models with 1 liter or larger engines. ATVs/SXS are more of a nuisance since they are not designed to be road legal at all with regards to lighting and exhaust. In contrast, this truck shown has collision avoidance and auto start/stop for JDM road legality. Kei trucks aren't nearly as safe as American cars but these trucks also aren't able to be driven on the interstate where most heavy truck traffic exists. Same risk as riding a moped IMO.

@Clayson000

7 ай бұрын

@@matthewshultz8762 so the issue that I found out was they are to slow for the highway. Which I get since the older ones can barely go 55 on the highway but with the law it bas the kei car like mine, I have a 1996 Honda Today RS and it has no issue on the highway, I was luckily grandfathered in so I can still get tags on mine but I cant sell it to anyone in VA. In VA atvs and sxs are already banned for road use, so it was aimed at the kei cars, since they are pretty popular here. I just wish the US would get rid of the 25 year rule and the chicken tax, I want a honda s660 so bad.

@TheDieselndust

7 ай бұрын

They do not pass crash test standards or emissions standards in the US

Do they have automatic transmissions

I like the simplistic design, but why would they make the bed so short? Perplexing

you did not mention the engine, such as horsepower, estimated milage, top speed

What are the U.S. import reg's on these?

Could you do a video on the little van

Yes I'm wondering where can I go to buy One of your Truck's?

The heater/air controls came straight off an 86~87 Forrunner

Is there a practical version? No fancy paint or a/c or power windows, just a mini work truck that people can use on their rural properties?

Man these are sweet! Anyone have experience or know any one that has tried to to make one street legal in Colorado?

What tyres/rims are on this?

i had a 4x4 sambar, older. reg'd in MT it was then legal on all hwys, even when i drove it to other states.

I'm 6.4 checked one out years ago at farm show couldn't even fit behind steering wheel

We can buy new models in the US? Are they legal in all the states? The older imports aren't legal for safety in mine.

Would like to see what can be done turning into a RV recreational vehicle.

@PrimericanIdol

7 ай бұрын

"RV recreational vehicle"... Redundant much?

Should have made it with a tilt cab

Genial espectacular magnífico traer a la Argentina urgente gracias

These are very cool little trucks. The only reason I don't own one is there is no room for my Border Collie & my Malinois. I don't go anywhere without my pups.

Out of curiosity, what is the load weight carrying capacity & the towing capacity on these little gems.

@nodak81

7 ай бұрын

I've heard it's around 800 lbs load and 1500 lbs towing.

Great truck and fantastic color

These things are dope

How are you able to bring this in, i thought that was a 25 year rule for this sort of vehicle

Hey US Mini Truck Sales.....Can you get these things without an engine or gas tank? I want to build one up as an electric.

SELL IN USA, can you ride on highway at 55-65 mph. Thx

Красивый,практичный аппарат

Where can I get one

Is the engine diesel ?

Nice truck, never seen in Germany - as well its right hand driven?

Where can I buy one of these in Australia..

Damn that’s nice

Do you have a basic price.?.

@ahenseda

Жыл бұрын

About $40,000 is what I heard some people comment! 🤢

@padreantonioraygozav.raygo9576

Жыл бұрын

@@ahenseda *10-Q* and How much is that in US dollars.?. 10-Q again.!.

@Keepitsavage21

Жыл бұрын

Website says $25,900

Looks usefull

How much? Can you get this in a super base model?

Can we purchase and register it in America? What would be the cost?

I would like to have one of those, but I can't drive one on many TN roads.

@billcauley1531

9 ай бұрын

Tn resident also