Compact trucks need to come back. Not a lot of personal use with full size trucks if all you need is a smaller one. Everyone can thank the EPA for doing away with them, not to mention many base models of vehicles cost 5x more than older models. The manufacturers make their money back through parts. Anyone who has owned a s10, ranger, or tacoma knows that feeling of having a utility vehicle for hauling light loads and pulling a trailer for lawnmowing equipment, etc.

@fatsuperfly

2 ай бұрын

It’s sad because some cheaper trucks came out, but not for North America. A lot has to do with the safety and regulation, but they can make a truck that’s up to code a less money, it I feel it’s been very greedy. They say it won’t sell and blah blah, it will, some just need a truck that can do the work with out it being big and everything… etc etc. It’s sad.

@bigjohnboy5707

Ай бұрын

Great point. I have a 6 year old Honda Civic as my daily commuter, and a 2001 Chevy truck I’ve had forever for around town and Home Depot runs etc. The amount of $70,000+ 4 door trucks that get terrible gas mileage I see everyday making 100 mile round trips without carpooling is so wasteful in SO many ways. I’d like to think people were smarter with their money but what am I thinking…. Small sub $30,000 cars that get 30+ mpg make so much sense. Cheap to insure, cheap to own, cheap to drive. I’d love to see the low cost compact truck market come back too. I kinda want one. Then maybe sell my old Chevy.

So the truck would cost 35%the rest is duty's of government!! That's the world we living in !! We pay the caviar of the politicians!!

@LonSheldon-bv4hr

6 ай бұрын

Don't worry, you'll be paying for the air you breathe.

@benitomgomez3290

5 ай бұрын

And all the toops deploied overseas in the over 800 bases. ! ! !

@allanhood4397

2 ай бұрын

Trucks a 25% chicken tax in the USA

I lived in Okinawa for 3 years while in the Marines. I had one of these and a Daihatsu atri van. I miss the tiny vehicles. I might have to get one again.

@lookship

4 ай бұрын

Do it

@williamlloyd3769

Ай бұрын

Had this same van while serving in Yokosuka. Useful, cheap to run and fun!

Here in Japan the most popular model of K truck is the Subaru Sambar flatbed version. All k trucks are virtually the same but for actual work duties, the sanbar is the most reliable.

@ethansmith9065

6 ай бұрын

Is it badge engineering? Or do the individual companies do their own engines? What makes the subie best?

@BGP369

6 ай бұрын

@@ethansmith9065 most old timers say because of the awd. Toyota is a close 2nd.

@jdmcarandmotorcycle4241

Ай бұрын

Non nessesary Sambar has also some problem They all reliable if properly serviced 😊

“Not fluent in shapes” 🤣🤣 that’s your sense of humour all over that 🤣

I've been really dreaming of getting a Kei Truck. Your videos have been so helpful, and insightful. I really want a Subaru Sambar, but your videos are making me want an Acty

If you get one from South Korea the steering wheel will be on the correct side of the vehicle for right-side-of-the-road drive countries, like the US. They have been variously badged as Daewoo or GM Labo trucks (or Damas vans, if you like your payload enclosed). Both designs recently purchased by JJ Motors for conversion to an electric model currently being sold here; can't wait to swap my LPG model for an electric one.

I bought a '94 Suzuki Carry and fancied that I would use it for work. About 12 months I after I got it I painted it up Tonka style and now it looks so nice, it's too nice for work. Looking to get another mini truck for work. You kind of have to decide if it's going to be a show piece or a work piece.

I’m retired in the Philippines. I bought a new Toyota mini truck with a 1.5 F.I. And left hand drive with A/C for 10k dollars

@SwoosheD_

Ай бұрын

Is that the Toyota Lite Ace?

I'm an Expat living in Japan. These mini trucks and cars have their place over here. I can understand having one back in the UK as there are handy and get good mileage. One thing that nobody ever talks about is the driver size. I am 183 cm tall, and you really need to be 175 or under to be able to drive this comfortably. I can barely drive it and only borrow a truck when I need to make a haul to the dump.

@jamesknaack

7 ай бұрын

I think this is a matter of opinion; I'm 184 centimeters and perfectly happy using my own mini truck as a daily driver over here in South Korea. Regardless, they are amazingly useful and efficient little vehicles.

@kasey42

7 ай бұрын

Don't some models come with a roof that has been bumped up a bit?

@T1Oracle

6 ай бұрын

​@@kasey42exactly! Adding some height to the cabin is easy! Make it an EV and you can add legroom without even stretching the frame.

@FabulosoSpray

2 ай бұрын

Depends on torso to leg ratio. I have a ranger and S10, both are extended cabs because you won't see someone comfortably drive in a compact truck 6'4+ ​@@jamesknaack

With the way 140i insurance prices are going, I’ll be following you and getting acty very soon! Ace video 👌

LookShip is the one that convinced me that I desperately needed a Honda Acty. Definitely the coolest truck money can buy!

@lemonmanoftexas6892

11 ай бұрын

if i can find one it will be in my back yard,

@jimmywhitlow2012

4 ай бұрын

​@@lemonmanoftexas6892why not in your driveway?

@lemonmanoftexas6892

4 ай бұрын

@@jimmywhitlow2012 the HOA already doesnt like me, cant flex like that

Nice! Two minutes in and you've already given me another reason to keep rockin' Hondas! The Aussie climate is harsh enough that a warm winter's day would kill most Englanders, so cooking my ar$e to well-done is something to be avoided. I imagine it'd help with balance too, especially when rolling without much in the tray. Oh yeah, that tidbit was also reason enough for a sub and comment to feed The Algorighm. Cheers mate!

Just bought a sambar today, looking forward to getting it clean and ready for some awesome mods.

Almost 20 years ago I fell in love with the K(?) cars size. I’m in Alaska and it was 20k for a container to Seattle with 6 or so in it but at that time they weren’t road legal here. The price you showed seems like a great deal maybe source the parts from somewhere closer. (Not that they are made there but they could have that vehicle in a nearby country) they are great vehicles and a sensible investment for transportation. I would have a van also. Or custom rear canopy. Thailand uses them for bus/taxi’s (multiple fares at once a bench in the back LOL)

i love these little trucks! greetings from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico

I purchased a 1996 4WD Daihatsu Hijet mini truck from a Japanese auction site. I paid $265, plus $1935 to ship it to the eastern seaboard of the United States. The US has a 25% protectionist import tariff on light trucks (the Chicken Tax) but I only paid 25% of $265 so it wasn't too bad. My state and local taxes were based on the $265 commercial invoice price as well, so I paid $15 for a one time inspection (basically checking paperwork to see if it's stolen) and less than $45 for taxes and registration for the next year and a half. The truck is not in bad shape considering it was a Japanese farm truck. I'm catching up on maintenance while doing some upgrades. I have almost $6000 in it now and after new tires, 2" lift kit with progressive springs, a Monstaliner truck bed liner paint job inside and out and a double DIN Android stereo with a backup camera I'll probably be around US$8000. Getting insurance in the US is a bit of a pain but I'm paying around $400 per year for the Hijet. I get 31 MPG in the Hijet and I drive it wound out trying to accelerate with in town traffic. Not bad for a 4WD pickup truck. 6:45 - Importing into the US, the only time car parts can be placed in the exported vehicle is if the vehicle is shipped in a shipping container, which is very expensive. For a RORO (roll on, roll off), only the bare vehicle can be shipped.

@jab376

7 ай бұрын

@Liberty4Ever. Waoo!!! Thanks for detailed info. You answered every question for me.

@sigmamale4147

2 ай бұрын

Blud spend 8 grand on a mini truck 😂😂😂

@Liberty4Ever

2 ай бұрын

@@sigmamale4147 - The Hijet is way better than any US truck I could have bought for $10,000. I love that little truck. Everyone who sees it loves it. It's cute, but also very practical.

The dog at 00:40 has some serious skills But a good interesting video, well detailed and clearly explained

Good to see ya back Luke.

I got you on the comment brother. 🤙🏽 I imported a Subaru Sambar Classic here in the US. Hurts to modify too heavily as it is in such good condition. I would do it again!

@melinmm3280

9 ай бұрын

Can you give some information on how to do this? I'd love one, too, here in the US!

Absolutely love this - MTB and Surf adventure wagon!!

I just purchased a Subaru Sambar from Japan which will arrive sometime in August. Thanks for posting this video, I have subscribed to stay in touch.

Interesting mention on the amber marker lights. I had no idea.

Love your videos thank you for the content

Great info......really like this truck. Thanks....I appreciate it.

Ok! You've convinced me, although i didn't need that much more to be convinced lol. Tysm for the excellent video

Would love one of these to go with my Nissan Cube. Really informative video; cheers, mate🍻

Very informative. Thsnk you.

they just made these legal here in Texas. last week. they still have to be 25 years old. but legal here. and they doubled in price. GRRR

Great video and very informative.

Interesting breakdown, thanks.

My son sent me a picture of one he saw today, in Texas. He talked to the owner and they really liked it saying it had a 10 gallon tank, and got about 50 miles to the gallon. He is thinking about trying to get one for himself. I saw where Georgia says that they do not meet U.S. safety standards, and will not allow them to be registered for use in their State, so the people that have them are not allowed to drive them. Owners are trying to get lawyers, and get a ruling in the courts. I remember when Volkswagon beetles use to get pushed around on the roads when meeting or being passed by big trucks and wonder if these would have the same problem.

Love this, being different is a win win

Looking for that video on the shoes tho. Great video

Great show guys

i bought 1 in the netherlands(not in the best shape, but no rust or anything just some dings) for 3000 euro, with around 100k (kilometers) the thing with my version is is that it has a 1.3 liter fuel injected engine and can go around 130KM h. (daihatsu hijet s85 1.3i) and at the moment im tuning it to be a drift truck just for the gigels

well made video! Thank you!

This is the FUTURE. i Love it.

What do you think? Is it worth the pennies? I do 😅

@arronryan1349

Жыл бұрын

Very worth it, very cool like anything JDM!

@zeusricochant7357

Жыл бұрын

I personally think its the coolest thing I've seen in a long time. 👌

@Jcn-01

Жыл бұрын

Yes

@kangaroo272

Жыл бұрын

Also just a heads up, the tax is now £200 a year, just got the reminder through this morning

@lookship

Жыл бұрын

@Kinveroo I had to tax my other car when I bought it a month ago and that should have been £180. The saleswoman was confused why it was showing as £200 😅 All going up, but the roads aren't any better 🥲

You never really got into the pro's and cons of the engine position and maintenance specifics. How hard is it to remove the bed? Is it easier to work on the motor for the Cab-over trucks?

Hoping to pick one up one day soon

Excellent Video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I've been considering Honda or Suzuki, so it seems I'm at the right place. Being across the pond from the UK. ( New England) may be a good thing also. I have to find out if I can register , the one I decide on , for driving on the road. Also I was wondering if they have a manual or hydraulic dump body. Keep up the Great Work R Everett Fadden

ive always been looking for a mini truck but never had the money for one but one day ill get one

Mini trucks are dope! What a good drifter

I'm in the US and am thinking of getting a 2 wheel drive van when our minivan finally gives up the ghost. Its bound to get better fuel mileage.

Which make and model is the best to buy?

Awesome this, I'm not far away from you and I'm so tempted to rocket bunny something similar next year

@lookship

2 ай бұрын

Do it

always loved JDS mini trucks if i had the space i would have one to go to and from work :)

What is the brand of your spoilers, What are the sites where you can find tuning parts

really useful and neat vehicles!

Love your content

I bought a 94 Daihatsu, Hijet, with 4wd, air conditioning, and a scissors lift dump, eight years ago. I bought it to push a snow plow. For that purpose it made more sense than the ATVs and UTVs folks use. Heater and a closed cab were the clincher on that. All in, with home made bumpers to carry the plow, and act as outriggers when I use the scissors lift as a work platform. And three sets of tires, and $3500 for an electro/hydraulic snow plow, I’m at $13,000. If I buy regular spark plugs at the parts house, and the plug wire set for a six cylinder, and change teh ends a bit, I can do a tune up for around $100. Downside for most folks will be not having enough mechanical knowledge to do their own work, which will drive the cost with Japanese parts upto around $300.

@deltabravo1811

8 ай бұрын

Ah, I remember the days when a diesel 4x4 Hijet could be had for $3000. No way I'd pay today's ridiculous prices for one considering I just bought a lightly used, 2 owner Case Unimog 406 with new tires for $15k.

This video just solidifies me getting a kei truck

great video!

wish you all the best with your channel

These trucks look so cool!

Awesome thanks

Your genius Thank You

Subscribed and love your truck.

Hello thanks for the info,wow mpg etc.

Subbed/Liked Because you put ALL the Prices Up AND you Talk Properly [NO BS] So i;m thinking of selling my 2012 VW Polo 1.6TDI with just 32,000 FSH. So with that i;ll probably get a Nice Low Miles JDM Kai-Truck with around 600BHP [Maybe 60Hp]. Great Vid Bud i;m down in South Wales so if down here Call in for Cuppa.

Do you know who I can buy a new or up to three year old mini dump truck in canada.Somewhere on the east coast Thanks good video by the way

Awesome video again mate and the one I've put a deposit on featured in your vid 😅

@lookship

Жыл бұрын

Class!

Love the vid! i really hope one day my carry looks as good as your acty! and your prices are pretty much cock on for the suzuki carry too, mine is a slightly newer model 2003 DA63T that i paid £7k for, though it had only done 9500 miles, personally i think prices are only going to go up. Awesome link for the spare parts too, its such a minefield trying to find bits for these, mine came with a cracked header tank that was a complete pain to find, yet i can buy inner and outer tie rods off the shelf from Euro car parts

Cool little trucks

Hi what's it like on motorways and what's the insurance like on them?

Question..... Do you know can they be sent to Thailand And do they make this truck in left and right hand drive....

I think it’s worth the money and it looks cool

Worth a like and subscribe.

nice one, makes me think i need one

Hello just got myself Suzuki carry n reg 12000 miles mint condition wax oiled but looking for some alloy wheels but it seems like amine field to get right size . I don’t think we live far apart looking at your videos

So a lot of shipping companies wont allow interior cargo these days for fear of fire and when i was looking into it was around £1000 to £1500 for shipping so probably worth waiting for a slow point in the whole international trade thing or when there arent issues at the suez or bam

I hear the replacement parts are (very)hard to find, specially the tires.

Shed a tear or two hearing your 140i road tax was that cheap, mine was over the 40k threshold when new so paying £520 a year for the next couple of years 🥹 Loved the vid tho m8.

I love this little truck 😊

Do you deliver to Puerto Rico and how much is té Total cost?

One of the most concerning things about owning a kei truck is something almost no one talks about: the windshield. Even Yokohama parts doesn't list anything for a replacement. It's not if but when it will be get a chip or a crack.

I have no need for a truck/van YET.. but GOD I WANT ONE!!!

That acty os very worth the money i love that mini truck lookship

What front lip did you purchase?

The mini trucks are cool and so JDM but my favorite has to be the Bedford rascal

sharp looking truck!

Pretty informative

@lookship

6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 🤘

I’m really looking for a small pick-up truck but not this small. It’s a safety issue specially in US where they really build “BIG”pick-up trucks.

Lovely stuff

Ok I am subscribed!

so far I Have not seen a box truck style. Is there one?

Looks great, can you get a canopy with frames for the tray ?

@lookship

6 ай бұрын

You can. A company in Japan fabricates a few different frames. Would be much cheaper to make one/have one made overe here though.

Answered all my questions. Really well made tbh.

These have been popping up in the USA, we can get them imported for a total of about 5k too, but why when we can buy them here for 6k? And the dealers do the tune up, put on new tires and stock the parts for you. SO I am very seriously looking into one for when I retire iin three years. Just probably a van version....

Im getting mine!!!

Nice truck I hope to get 1 One day

Where can I buy one in the USA?

Where do you get one in the United States??

Great video and a cracking wee truck 👍

I Live in Los Angeles dealers here and steering wheel on right side?

I'd love to own one like this

I found a 1991 acty for 2000$ with 52k km with import fees included and I think I’m gonna send it 😂

@lookship

4 ай бұрын

Do it!

Would love to get one. Just need the extra cash plus the US wil only allow ones 25 years or older

Looks mad!