Which Kei Truck Is The Most WORTH IT?
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- Опубликовано: 4 фев 2023
- Let me know in the comments which kei truck is the most worth it in your opinion for the money!!
Honda Acty? Mitsubishi Minicab? Suzuki Carry? Subaru Sambar?
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Sambar for me. The engine access, quieter ride, interior space, and a 4 cylinder engine, make it more worth it for me.
I just ordered a 1995 Honda Acty 4x4 5 speed manual with very low miles from Japan and shipped to Newport News Virginia cost of the vehicle plus shipping was around 3,000. If you get on the websites you can order them much cheaper .
I found a dealer in Mount Airey NC, Mayberry Mini Trucks. They have every make and model available. I had given them a call to see if they had anything with A/C. It just so happened they had just brought in a 96 Subaru Sambar Super Deluxe with the high cab. I had driven the Suzuki and didn't really like the Honda. The Highjet was okay. However, the Subaru with the rear mounted engine is the real winner by my observation. The engine is super easy to work on. The extra height of the cab is a plus and there is a package tray attached to the roof inside the cab. The engine being rear mounted helps stabilize the ride. With the extra weight in the back and the cab weight gives the truck a very nice balance. It's very much highway compatible and will maintain a steady 55 to 60 MPH speed on an interstate, however I would not take more than 10 to 20 miles on the major highways due to buffeting by large vehicles. I drive local roads mostly anyway, so the rig works well. Shifting into 4x4 is easy with the push of the button on the shift knob. Engine access from the bed is super. The battery box is accessible and headlight replacement is a breeze. I have been driving my Sambar nearly every day now for about 9 months. My needs were for something to drive around my small farm, haul hay, dirt, tools, fix fence and just get around. I considered several ATV's. The higher level ones were priced out of my budget. After running across these mini truck, I found that you could get a/c, 4x4, a nice sized bed, an 8 gallon gas tank and an enclosed cab with heat. It seats 2 quite comfortably. This little truck won out over any ATV, and in NC, it is street legal with no modifications. I'd buy another Sambar if I was looking.
I drove a 92 Suzuki Carry as a work truck for three years. It was absolutely miserable in the summertime. The engine under the driver's seat turned it into an oven. The heat was just enough to take the edge off in the winter though. I could get out of the cold and not get too hot with my coat and stuff on. It was loud, too. If you are going to have this truck in 100°+ weather, get one with the engine in the back. Better yet, get one with A/C.
But, YOU'RE SITTING ON THE ENGINE. For 6500, you can get a Honda City, with A/C and the 5 speed. Like the Subaru with the supercharger, larger cab, and the 4 cylinder rear engine. If I were building a custom, it's the Suzuki with those adorable round lights. The extra cab does nothing for me, because at 5'7" I don't need it, Sorry; I just don't trust Mitsibishi products. That's just my .02$. Subaru, if money no objec t, otherwise I'd be looking for the deluxe model Honda.
I like my 1995 Honda acty. One big reason is being able to work on my center truck bed engine location vs. A KEI truck with a engine under the passenger seat! Plenty of room like when I needed to replace the broken alternator belt. Fold down the sides gives you that lay down room you need to replace plugs etc.
The best is what I have a 1995 Honda acty SDX ! But what I don't like is ready available parts and supplies for it! Not here! Where's a thick rubber bed mat? Where's the axle caps etc! COMMON HONDA step up to the plate to the United States in parts and accessories or make a Honda acty truck for the US Market! Get with the program Honda!
Kia bongo is better than this mini truck
Are these street legal or farm use?
Where is this dealership located? Thank you.
Seems to depend on the area, down in Florida everybody wants the Hondas And they get more for them, up north where is more rough mountainous terrain they want the Suzuki's and the Diahatsu's
Axle lock is a type of diff lock apparently. Also I really like that one with the really big dash simply because it has AC, but overall I'd say the Sambar would be a good one.
Minicab is probably my favourite, especially the late model ones. They drive very nice and I fit really well in them at 6'0". They also seem to be considerably cheaper than the more popular trucks too, especially if you get a 2WD 4 speed, you can nab them for a few hundred bucks at auction. Knee room is the biggest hurdle with me so certain trucks I can't drive cause my left knee is right against the dash because the HVAC controls stick out further than the rest of the dash. The newer DA63T Suzuki Carrys are one example of that issue.
Sambar for sure. And 5k coming soon!!!
It would be between the Honda Acty and the Subaru Sambar supercharged.
The Suzuki is the best value for money. You can get over the short 4speed gearing with bigger wheels and tires which look great too. I love the easy access to the Subaru engine and bigger cab space. The supercharged one would be the ultimate.
I bought a 1999 Mitsubishi mini cab dump. It just got to Canada from Japan can’t wait till I get it delivered to me
Honda Acty for me please. I would daily it all day every day 😁
Hey, I’m a bit new to the Kei truck scene, and so far I’m loving your videos about them. But for future reference, I would love to know which Kei truck (or even Kei van) you recommend for taller people. I’m 6’5, and I know it would be hard to find a good pick for tall people, but i would still love to have your input! (Would I just have to look for jumbo editions like the Daihatsu in the vid?) Thank you so much and keep up the great work! (anyone in the comments can also answer this question btw)
7k for the dumper with diff lock is the one for me