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Exploring the Unique Honda ‘Life Pickup’: A Glimpse into Rarity
We found a very rare amongst the very rare model, with a total production of just a little over 1,000 units. The Honda Life Pickup was discontinued in 1974.
The Unfulfilled Potential: The ‘Vamos Honda’ RV That Was Ahead of Its Time
The Vamos Honda is famous for its unique body shape, but despite many people being familiar with the name, it was an ultra-rare vehicle that was short-lived. Amongst the many famous and stray vehicles that Honda has introduced to the world that were too far ahead of their time, we introduce you to the owner of the Vamos Honda, the RV of the extreme north.
Unveiling the Time Capsule: The Remarkable Honda N360 with 20,000km
We found a Honda N360 that looked like it had just stepped out of a time capsule. What a miracle, this unit has a mileage of 21,000 km. It is probably the only other car that has been kept in such good condition. The owner, Mr. Tsukiyama, who used to drive a 'Step Van', acquired this car 33 years ago.
Honda ‘N360’ Rally Edition: The Spectacular Customization of “N-Coro Rider”
Among the many 360cc kei-cars (light cars) gathered here, the Honda N360 with a rally car-style customization stood out for its particularly racy atmosphere. When we asked him for more details, we discovered that the owner of this car, Mr. "N-Coro Rider", owns many other 360cc kei-cars and is a big fan of collecting only Honda air-cooled engine cars.
Nostalgia Unleashed: The Timeless Design of the 3rd Gen ‘HIJET Van’
The Daihatsu Hijet Van is a super long-selling car with the oldest history among current kei-cars. This 3rd generation Hijet Van, with its distinctive square headlights, was revived by its owner, Mr. Sasaki, who found it lying in a warehouse. The customization that makes the cute style stand out even more is noteworthy.
Nostalgia of the 360cc Era: Celebrating the Mazda ‘Porter’
The Mazda Porter is, as its name suggests, Mazda's bonnet pick-up truck born to carry cargo. We spoke to the owner, who loves this adorable vehicle, about how he acquired it and how he maintains it.
Mitsubishi’s Classic Gem: Delving into the Unique Design of the First-Gen ‘Minicab’
The first-generation Mitsubishi Minicab was characterized by its angular design. Many rare vehicles could be seen at the "360! All Together in OSAKA" event, but among these, the Minicab was the only one seen at the event. We asked the owner about the secret to continuing to drive a rare car.
Beauty of Vintage: The Mazda ‘Porter Cab’ in Focus
The Mazda 'Porter Cab' is unforgettable once you've seen its bland face. It was at the "360! All Together in OSAKA" event held in Osaka that I spotted such an adorable-looking Porter Cab. Among the many 360cc kei-cars gathered and many rare vehicles were seen, the Porter Cab was the only entry.
