[{"id": 15688777, "authorName": "Miniman43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miniman43/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best of luck to the seller!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727454853, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15688950, "authorName": "N2schneider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/n2schneider/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by N2schneider", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727455821, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15689619, "authorName": "cortinacliff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cortinacliff/", "bidAmount": 1313, "content": "$1,313 bid placed by cortinacliff", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727458277, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15689636, "authorName": "N2schneider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/n2schneider/", "bidAmount": 1413, "content": "$1,413 bid placed by N2schneider", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727458308, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15690079, "authorName": "digs_aus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/digs_aus/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by digs_aus", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727459550, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15690134, "authorName": "N2schneider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/n2schneider/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by N2schneider", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727459711, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15691734, "authorName": "Funetorium", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funetorium/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gap from headache rack to shortened bedsides is not a good look nor well thought out.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727464509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15692868, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Funetorium Thanks for the comment. These are some of the most popular mods in Japan and will not always translate to the America market. I myself was on the fence about the modified bedsides but I absolutely love them now. The dual headache rack can easily be removed and if someone didn't like the shortened bedsides I just ordered 2 bedsides and a tailgate for my Hijet from G&R for $150 a panel and $80 shipping.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727467368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15695450, "authorName": "p_h", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/p_h/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@digs_aus hope this is yours", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1727478798, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15695964, "authorName": "MrStig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrstig/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Timoto I live right up the street from you, in Jacksonville. What are the road use restrictions in Florida for KIA trucks, if any?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727484210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15696039, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MrStig This is titled as regular pickup truck. You're more than welcome to come inspect it in person.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727485287, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15696069, "authorName": "marcnotmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marcnotmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MrStig Florida defines Kei trucks as \u201cMini Trucks\u201d [FS320.01(44)] and limits them to use on streets where the posted speed limit is 35 mph or less [FS316.22(1)(a)]. Localities may impose additional restrictions [FS316.22(3)]. So basically, stay on local neighborhood roads and no thoroughfares or highways.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1727485769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15696108, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@marcnotmark This truck is titled, registered and plated as a Pick up truck it is not title as a Mini Truck. Though I still don't recommend highways.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727486241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15696997, "authorName": "MrStig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrstig/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@marcnotmark @timoto thank you both for your input. Understand about running KEI trucks on the interstate. Curious as to how law enforcement views these trucks if seen on roads with a 45 or 50 MPH speed limit?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727515482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15697196, "authorName": "marcnotmark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marcnotmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MrStig I suspect that the enforcement rate is low to nonexistent unless it\u2019s obvious that you\u2019re impeding traffic or doing something foolish, like driving on the interstate highway. I have no evidence to base this on, it\u2019s just my gut feeling.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727525070, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15697278, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A charming charcoal gray Subaru Sambar Pickup. Cool build - GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1727526547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15697494, "authorName": "VTDavid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtdavid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would my local Subaru dealer laugh if I drove it in?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727529763, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15698496, "authorName": "michaelscycles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michaelscycles/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by michaelscycles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727539441, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15700661, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MrStig Perhaps there is a better forum to discuss this as it does not apply to this vehicle. Mini Trucks have a body type of MT on the title and registration. Yes there are some mini truck statues on the books. far as enforcement it is non existent at this point, but we do know things can and do change. To my knowledge no one in History has ever been cited for driving a Mini Truck in FL. I own a few KEI vehicles and commute 40 mins each way on state roads with a posted speed limit of 55. I have been pulled over a hand full of times with no mention of anything. To me it is a non issue, But to some it is and those people will seek out an older import that is titled as regular pickup truck like this one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1727550034, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15701626, "authorName": "michaelscycles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michaelscycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How well does the A/C keep up with the Florida heat?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727555589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15701876, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@michaelscycles The AC on this truck has no problem keeping up with the FL heat. The AC works very well in this truck.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1727556642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15702117, "authorName": "dmat75", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmat75/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a \u201894 Sambar in CT. I usually stay on surface roads with short shots on state 2 lane 55mph limits. But just easier to stay off interstates with big rigs\u2026Never a 2nd look from police. It will do 100kph=62mph @ 5000rpm.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727557711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15703648, "authorName": "MrStig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrstig/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@timoto @marcnotmark - Thank you both for your input, very helpful! Cheers.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727567247, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15705453, "authorName": "3Gs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3gs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice build, will be interesting to see where this one ends up!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1727619111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15739083, "authorName": "solidlifters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/solidlifters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool little truck, see it's down by the boat ramp salt water, and lots of corrosion on motor. Could you please post pics before paint job and has there been any patch work Bondo rust repairs done before the truck was painted?\nThanks so much! GLWA!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1727906890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15739522, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@solidlifters The location was suggested by the photographer and where he takes all hit BAT photos. The truck has never seen the beach and I live 15-20 mins from the water on the mainland side. I think the photo editor was doing too much in some of these pictures. There is a normal amount for a 31 year old vehicle. \r\n\r\nThe vehicle was the best rust free example we could find in Japan from a private party that was not a farm truck. The cab was perfect inside and out. The bed like any old truck had some scratches and minor dings from use. There was no body work done to the truck other than shortening the bedsides nor can I find any prior body work. I don't have any photos of the truck prior at the moment. I have reach out to my friend in Japan that helped me acquire the truck and had the paint and bedsides done at a custom shop there prior to export.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727910528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15741209, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@solidlifters just to clarify what I mean by the photographer was editing too much on a few photos, if you look at the first wheel pictures they look gray and greenish. They are 14\u201d Jspec wheels painted gloss white with deep green centers. The wheel pics look silver and greenish in the up close photos, but in all others photos/videos you can see they are white with deep green centers.\r\n\r\n\r\nSame goes for the engine pictures. That are super enhanced and you can see the ground/concrete below and this enhances what I think you are talking about? I have added an unedited photo taken from my iPhone in my shop to your original comment.\r\n\r\nYes there is normal wear to cast aluminum parts like the alternator/Ac housing etc.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1727935436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15751625, "authorName": "jjb126", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jjb126/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, from $3100 to $6,000 in one single bid. \r\nThat doesn't look strange", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1728028293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15752172, "authorName": "VTDavid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtdavid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the black. Got passed by one of these on the Interstate yesterday. OK, it was downhill but still.....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1728047509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15752542, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want this", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1728051058, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15753383, "authorName": "psychomain", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/psychomain/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I didn't have a sambar en-route I'd be bidding on this one; finishings are really clean for the current bid", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1728058196, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15753644, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Little less than two hours to go! Thank you everyone for all the comments and emails on my Subaru Sambar. I'm here to answer any questions in the final hours. \r\n\r\nMake sure you have the yellow star watching button clicked to get the 30 minute to go countdown.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1728059687, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15755150, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "20 minutes to go! Who ever wins this truck is not going to be disappointed.\r\n\r\nFull color change inside and out. \r\nAll new seals\r\nPerfect glass\r\nCustom front and rear bumpers\r\nImmaculate interior\r\n14\" wheels\r\nModified bedsides\r\nAftermarket mirrors\r\nWoodgrain steering wheel\r\nTitled as a pickup truck\r\nFully maintained New timing belt, Water pump, Crank, Cam seals, Head gasket, intake gasket valve cover gasket, t-stat along with all fluids changed recently.\r\n\r\nTruck is turnkey ready and needs nothing. I have over double invested over the current bid.\r\n\r\nThank you and best of luck everyone!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1728065224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15755151, "authorName": "cortinacliff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cortinacliff/", "bidAmount": 6513, "content": "$6,513 bid placed by cortinacliff", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1728065227, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15755414, "authorName": "cortinacliff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cortinacliff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/4/24 for $6,513 to cortinacliff", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1728066120, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15755429, "authorName": "Kvox", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kvox/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice steal. Congratulations.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1728066159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15755442, "authorName": "Timoto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "womp womp congrats @cortinacliff", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1728066197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15755578, "authorName": "3Gs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3gs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, I so wish this was closer to me, since it couldn't really be farther away, but my wife is equally happy that it was that far away. \r\n\r\nShipping to me would have been close to this winning bid... this one really deserved to bring in more!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1728066486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15756114, "authorName": "psychomain", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/psychomain/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That seems incredibly cheap for this truck, super lucky steal @cortinacliff congrats", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1728068164, "type": "comment"}]