1981 Daihatsu S38 Hijet Van, 2-stroke 360cc, Patina Style, with Parts Car

Rare 1981 Daihatsu S38 Hijet Van (nicknamed "Doraemon"), 4-speed manual, 2WD, 4-seater, yellow, kei class. Vehicle inspection valid until February 2027. The seller acquired this as a non-runner from a dealer auction approximately 3 years ago, then spent 1.5 years sourcing and installing a replacement engine and other components to return it to road-going condition. The original engine had severe crankshaft play. After engine swap and necessary repairs, the vehicle passed inspection and is drivable; seller reports no issues relative to inspection standards. Radio and blower fan work. A Rocky-brand roof rack is fitted. The seller, a professional auto body painter, deliberately preserved the vehicle's original patina rather than refinishing it. Seller maintains it in a 20 km radius and currently drives it. Current odometer reads approximately 14,700 km, but because the meter is 5-digit the mileage is treated as unknown. A parts car is included (visible in photo 10). Included: spare tire is not present. No service records. No repair history. Right-hand drive. Multiple previous owners. Sold as-is. Vehicle inspection valid until February 2027. Includes parts vehicle for additional restoration work.

Patina finish intentionally preserved; no modern refinish. Seller reports passing inspection standards with no issues, radio and blower operational, but vehicle is aged and shows original wear consistent with a 45-year-old kei van.