1990 Subaru Sambar
658cc I4, Manual (5-Speed), 4WD/AWD, Red over Gray
No ReserveHighlights
- THIS… is a 1990 Subaru Sambar, finished in red with a gray interior.
- This Sambar is a Japanese-market, right-hand drive kei truck that's equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission and is titled in Florida. It's equipped with a metric instrument cluster, and its odometer currently displays about 9,500 kilometers, which represents approximately 5,900 miles.
- A partial list of notable equipment reported by the selling dealer includes 12-inch steel wheels, a crawler gear, drop-down and removable bed sides, vinyl upholstery, manual windows, and a heater. The selling dealer reports no notable modifications.
- The fifth-generation Sambar was offered beginning in 1990, and like its predecessors, the model was developed to comply with Japan's kei truck regulations. The Sambar was immensely popular in its home country both as a workhorse and as a leisure vehicle.
- Power comes from a 658cc inline-4, rated at about 40 horsepower and 40 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear or all four wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission with an extra-low crawler gear.
Equipment
- 12-inch steel wheels
- Extra-low crawler gear
- Drop-down and removable bed sides
- Vinyl upholstery
- Manual windows
- Heater
Known Flaws
- Chips around the exterior
- 2016 date-coded tires
- Corrosion on tailgate and on some underbody fasteners
Ownership History
The selling dealer reports that they acquired this Sambar in 2024 and have added approximately 300 miles since.
Seller Notes
"Since this Sambar is an imported vehicle, it may not pass emissions testing in some states. Additionally, some states will not issue a registration for kei cars. As always, it’s the buyer’s responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this vehicle in their respective state prior to placing a bid."
Quick Facts
MakeSubaru
ModelSambar
Mileage5,900
VINKS4-0309033
TitleClean (FL)
LocationSarasota, FL 34243
Engine658cc I4
Drivetrain4WD/AWD
TransmissionManual
Body StyleTruck
Ext. ColorRed
Int. ColorGray