Potential /pəˈten(t)SH(ə)l/ (noun): Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness.

And that is what you have with this 1997 Suzuki Carry truck – I dare say it may be brimming with it. If it were a house, you might say that it has “good bones”. Take one look and it’s almost impossible not to reflect on the possibilities which abound. Return to service as a food truck, custom one person and a dog camper, worlds smallest mobile laser tag arena, and so on. It was imported in December 2023 and is offered for your consideration.

Specs:

• Right hand drive
• 13,263 miles (21,344 kms)
• F6A 657cc, 3 cylinder, gasoline engine
• Manual transmission, 5-speed + extra low gear
• 4WD
• Seating for 2
• Super White paint (Color code 26U)

Features:

• “Food Truck” rear box w/ door, 3 window flaps, and removable counter
• Axle lock
• Vinyl seats with head rests
• AM stereo
• A pillar mounted antennae
• Heat
• Manual windows
• Manual door locks
• Scissor jack
• Tool roll
• Spare tire
• Front and rear mud flaps
• Locking fuel cap (uses ignition key)
• Owner’s manuals
• Japanese road flare and holder

Upgrades:

• New Yokohama Geolandar X-AT all-terrain tires in LT155/65R14
• Feine 14″ wheels

Maintenance and Service:

• New Rain-X Weatherbeater windshield wipers
• Amsoil PI Performance Improver fuel treatment (as preventative maintenance)

Known Defects:

• Driver side mirror is broken (included)
• Various scratches/dents/dings, consistent with the age of the vehicle
• Dent to driver’s door, which causes it to rub the bumper when opening
• Construction of the rear “box” leaves a bit to be desired

Sold with the following original import documents – CBP 7501 (stamped by US Customs official), EPA 3520-1, DOT HS-7, Export Certificate (title), English translation of export certificate, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Notice of Arrival, and a Bill of Sale. Does NOT include a US title.

This vehicle is 100% federally legal as it is over 25 years old and exempt from DOT and EPA requirements. However, state and local laws regarding the registration of imported vehicles vary. It is the buyer’s responsibility to determine if they can legally register this vehicle in their home jurisdiction. This vehicle is not eligible for registration in CA and cannot be sold to a CA resident unless they intend to keep and register the vehicle out of state or use it strictly on private property.

Please note, this vehicle is subject to CA sales tax (however, this typically can be applied as an offset against sales tax in your state). Sales tax is NOT due if delivery of the vehicle is taken outside of California.

Vans From Japan has done their best to thoroughly and accurately describe this vehicle, however, it is the buyer’s responsibility to substantiate all claims. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person or to hire a vehicle inspector to perform an inspection prior to committing to buy. All used vehicle sales are 100% ‘as-is’ unless the buyer purchases a Contract Cancellation Option. All deposits are non-refundable.

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