Highlights

Only 85,827 kilometres from new
MOT valid until December 2025
Recently serviced with new brake pads and rear shock
Always dry stored in current ownership

The Appeal

Curiously cubic and undeniably versatile, the Sambar is practically a by-word for the kei-class ('keijidōsha') truck - a light vehicle statutory class that's synonymous with the Japanese commercial market, and becoming increasingly popular in our territories for a multitude of reasons. Kei-class trucks are lightweight, near bulletproof, cheap and effective - plus, their squat, short wheelbase are undeniably attractive.

This 1994 Subaru Sambar Dias offers seating for up to seven people, with all of the rear seats able to be folded flat for added goods capacity. It's definitely spent its life working, and could use some cosmetic restoration, but we're informed it's a fine runner, These characteristically tall, slab-sided vehicles may be a little 'rolly' (we wouldn't recommend driving into a crosswind) but they're bound to prove fun and drivable.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1994
First registered in the UK in June 2008
The DVLA records 4 previous keepers
In current ownership since December 2023
MOT valid until December 2025
Recently serviced by the current owner
Comes with import documentation
Limited service history available
Indicates 85,827 kilometres, believed to be original

The Condition

Chassis appears solid with only surface wear
Bodywork is looking somewhat careworn, with areas of surface corrosion
However, the vendor notes that there isn't any perforating rust
The rear bumper is dented and corroded, and would benefit from replacement
Paintwork would benefit from a respray
Interior shows age-commensurate wear
Upholstery is a little tired, with some staining and open stitches
The perspex instrument cover is fractured
Instruments themselves are clear and legible
Some corrosion to the inner windows

The Mechanics

658 cc EN07Y supercharged 4-cylinder engine
Automatic transmission with 3 gears
Engine bay is looking a little tired but highly original
Comes with new brake pads and rear shock installed
No known mechanical issues reported
The vendor reports that the car is driving well

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