Micro-Truck ~ Buying a Honda Acty

Micro-Truck ~ Buying a Tiny Truck, Honda Acty ACTY micro-truck. Farm Girl and Exoman purchased a Honda ACTY HA3. It's a 1995 micro-truck. This 5-speed manual, right-side driver has only 50K miles and is great for trips to the beach, store, and local errands. It would also be a great work vehicle for a farm or local delivery business.
This is considered a kei car which is the Japanese classification for small, four-wheeled automobiles.
Kei car is the smallest category of Japanese, expressway-legal motor vehicles. 'Kei' is diminutive for kei-jidōsha, (kanji: 軽自動車), or "light automobile" (pronounced [keːdʑidoːɕa]). With restricted dimensions and engine specifications, owners benefit firstly from lower taxes and insurance rates. In most rural areas, importantly, they were also exempted from the general Japanese shako shōmeisho (車庫証明書) parking-space ownership requirement to legally buy a motor vehicle at all, as street parking is generally restricted in Japan. Japan's carmakers also make microvans and kei trucks within this legal category.

[@user-hw2uw5ej8l]

It's amazing that this car is over 25 years old.

[@robertbeltowski2819]

That is so exciting, congratulation. I just got my Honda Acty 1997 February 14, 2024. and my wife thinks I am crazy...Ha! Ha! I maybe. Thanks for all the videos and your travels.

[@moonhendrix]

I drove the same truck until two years ago. I loved that car, very attached to it. Have a great time.

[@user-wl7um5rp4h]

The Kei Truck is very popular in the US, but it doesn't have a crush zone, so be careful not to get into an accident.🥰 cheers.

[@7694]

Ｋトラの運転嬉しそう！！！　こんな綺麗な橋の上をドライブしたら笑顔になるね

[@outandaboutwithsamiam5034]

The Marine Corps provided one of those for me when I was Security Chief for a base on Okinawa. Handy little trucks....

[@bousouzuki7631]

Honda's first commercially available car was a light truck with a 354cc inline 4-cylinder engine, but it was Japan's first mass-produced DOHC engine (2 valves per cylinder).

[@pnet]

Hello 🇯🇵 I'm Japanese. How about Japanese trucks? In Japan, everyone calls the light truck 🟰KEI-TORA. Thank you for continuing to love KEI-TORA! kawaii ❤️ KEI-TORA

[@JimJarvis-np9jy]

I'm from Canada. They have been shipping those over here but only in 4x4. I'd love one just for messing around . Have fun with it

[@nagasako7]

Lots of USN enlistees when homeport at Yokosuka buy JDM Kei Trucks from Yokohama. Most expensive thing is shipping. Used 90s Japanese truck will always be better than new Domestic

[@osaume3466]

Japanese minicars are amazing. They are fuel-efficient and can run on rough roads because they are 4WD. And even if you get stuck, you can get out with three adults. LoL It's small, but it can carry a lot more than you'd think.

[@beauridley]

Your husband is incredible. He can fix anything. I wish I had his skills. Love your videos😊

[@shizumaaonuma4801]

ALPINA and HONDA, wonderful collaboration.

[@tatsuhikomiura7436]

昔の軽トラはシンプルで良いですね。

[@johnnyjujitzu]

Jen's smile is one of the greatest things on the internet such a beautiful lady. You guys are a great couple I really enjoy your adventures.

[@taroimotuktuk]

very nice Choice❤❤❤

[@strider8933]

Cool truck!!! I just can't believe it HAS a 5th gear! Hehehe. Super fun and practical. Thanks for sharing.

[@DaiIto-mo5fp]

I am Japanese and have never had the chance to drive on farm roads, but when I borrowed my cousin's micro truck and drove it, it was an incredibly refreshing and fun experience. Everything is practical and you can understand the meaning of minimalist design.

[@jamesamber6009]

Finally, something affordable, simple, and durable !

[@philflake]

Very cool little truck!

[@marks-0-0]

Well done nice truck, I'm thinking about getting one in the UK was looking at the Subarus for the 5th gear but the Hondas are nice too. Lidls are very popular here great food at good prices.

[@user-vi7st2hf6g]

現代の軽トラは排気ガス規制で電子燃料制御を使うので燃費が向上して、ガソリン1リットルで20キロメートル走るよ。 今はドライバー側だけエアバッグもつきます。

[@priceostia6292]

That thing is perfectly fits places like mountainous area doing farm. Usually mountain roads are very narrow and steep also muddy rough terrain. Most o KEI trucks have lower gear biased setting to climb up and down hills, if you have 4WD truck that’s even better. In Japan, farmers and all types of mechanics tend to use these, also a hunter. Coz they carry harvests same as farmers, i think that usage is more fitting to USA people.

[@user-jz9zv2xg8q]

あくてぃはフェラーリです。前後重量配分が50：50です。アクティの４WＤならハンドリングが楽しくなるよ。

[@jamesreiss8459]

I had the opportunity to drive and work on a Mitsubishi mighty mite truck. It looked identical to the Honda's version. Mine was left hand drive 3 speed locked out at 20 mph not road worthy. It had seat belts and turn signals. The payload could handle 1700 lbs. 3 cylinder gas engine 8 gallon fuel tank. Bed folded down like yours. Have fun driving and using it.

[@sogawa7]

Current car models in Japan are now available specifically for women working in agriculture, and they look even cuter.

[@gregsmith983]

Nice little truck!!

[@user-hk5yn1bb7e]

英語、解りませんが軽四輪車運転のテクニックは素晴らしいですね初めてとは思えません、最高です。

[@ew21st23]

画面右下の字幕と設定で日本語選べばわかりますよ

[@kevincurtis6550]

Hope you & Jen are well & staying safe. Recovered from a mild two week bout of Covid & feeling much better. Wish you all the best with your micro-truck. Seem to be pretty handy/useful vehicles as I've seen a few in my local area, also. You are like me, Exoman, as you take a thorough look/see before you purchase something. Take care.

[@Jammerjim]

Those trucks are cool and handy. I used them in Japan and Korea when I was stationed there.

[@michaelriffey1268]

Thank you for ur service n yes they r cool

[@bansheemoon]

Yes! Thank you for your service Jim! 🙂

[@spankymcnugget3166]

Haha! young moma's bangin gears like she's in the challenger. Love it. Jen needs a hellcat

[@user-fq9cg1by4j]

軽トラ内での会話って近くて好き

[@user-iz5rr3qq2q]

私は、通称、逆Ｚと読んでいます。

[@Scamander1417]

I'm so fascinated by how amazed you guys are of those little trucks there in the US! It's pretty common here in my country, the Philippines. And the best thing is, they're left-hand drive! Yeah, we drive on the right side of the road too. I wish Americans would get those tiny trucks here. We have a lot varieties of every brands here.

[@user-tv7xi9zy1s]

小さいけど、よく働きますよ〜😊

[@michaelriffey1268]

Tiny but very cool n very handy

[@bansheemoon]

Agreed! Thanks Michael!

[@wa6p798]

Kei trucks are extremely dangerous in the event of a collision. Please be careful.

[@Coachbill72]

Sure is a pretty golf cart!❤️🙏☝️

[@redwhiskey]

The Power of Dreams

[@user-nz1xn5ox7i]

軽トラは丸洗いできるのが嬉しいよね

[@jasmine7576]

彼女の方が運転がうまいです😘 故障はほぼありませんが安全性もありません、市街地・山間部・買い物に最適です。

[@narcoosseefl]

Careful. There's zero crush zone in front-end collisions. 😞

[@raycox1971]

those seats are nice!!!

[@MrTonyharrell]

I stopped the video at 8:42 to go to the door for something. When I came back, I noticed you both had the stereotypical male female looks on your faces! It’s funny as heck! 😂

[@charlessommers7218]

Good show 👍

[@user-ln5wl2fs2v]

海外で軽トラが走っているのを見るのは不思議な気分です😊 軽トラはメンテナンス性も良く、自分で大抵のメンテナンスができますので、これからも大切に乗ってあげてください🎉

[@josefantasticville]

Nice truck journey

[@Ryan4469]

Very cool 🎉

[@bradaltemeyer4472]

looks like a good vehicle, most classic pickup trucks ride better with some load in the bed, just helps out/ and if it's snow and ice season sometimes a couple bags of sand is good to have around anyway.

[@Caruro]

軽トラ🚚😊

[@RICO-Bugkiller]

How fun!

[@jamesamber6009]

THIS IS THE FUTURE!

[@chrissmith8773]

If you think this is cute, then a Suzuki SuperCarry panel van will blow your mind.

[@purecountry6672]

Not cute. They are just following along with the fad of all the other youtubers. Yay, China 😂 gtfo

[@uojUnXyoiDD]

軽トラの運転は楽しいね でも、ボディ柔らかいから事故には気を付けて

[@jimlane6335]

This thing will make certain tasks some easier I think. But I don't think I could drive it far. I'm 5'10", not quite as tall as Exoman, but I have arthritis in moth knees so sitting behind the wheel for long would KILL ME!!! LOL!!

[@rovelsoto1700]

you're so funny, love watching you guy's

[@user-dc8md5by8w]

In Japan,it's called a Ferrari on the farm road.

[@user-vi7st2hf6g]

まちがった情報です。 スバルが造った軽トラはリアエンジンだったので農道のポルシェとよばれましたが、ホンダは正確にはミッドシップエンジンでは無く、アンダーフロアエンジンでした。

[@knowltek]

Thoes springs are way underrated for the load. The struts are fine…there a nice trucks…most up here are 4x4 thoe two wheel Honda the motor in the back is way better…🎉🎉🎉..cheers

[@dannyr.edwards4721]

Cool...

[@josephpalmieri3095]

Just keep watering it. It'd grow.

[@kc0lif]

nice truck.

[@outoftokyo]

The wheels realy look like BMW Alpina. The previous owner was joking.

[@jasonhearn768]

Jen: "Oh sh!t! Oh sh!t! Oh sh!t!...I mean, Oh shoot!" 🤣😂 That's a cool little truck/cart! 👍🏻

[@ewkyim1038]

軽トラは非常に華奢なのでアメリカの大きいトラックに、ぶつけられたりすると被害は甚大です。

[@Nullpo08]

Applying a rust converter will make it last longer

[@AngelSighbrossom]

ピックアップトラックと違いアオリが３面倒れるので便利だし、ホンダアクティはエンジンが荷台中央で、腐ってもホンダ。どんだけ古くても価格がつくのがホンダだ。と言ってずっと代々ホンダを乗ってた大工さんを思い出す。

[@JJKHaywood]

Cool🎉

[@seanyowies8532]

I watched this movie yesterday. It’s been bugging me since! TRY ALWAYS TAKE OFF IN 2ND GEAR. Only use 1st gear for hill start. It is still a little truck . You can try and whine the adjustable suspension back down! Go to motorcycle shop for the tool, much cheaper there.❤

[@joeyadams8750]

Hated to see her car go lol the doge very nice ride lol

[@denisvermeirre1024]

The first time I drove a right hand drive vehicle I reached to shift and grabbed the window crank instead.

[@RealCapricousCavy]

5 min. later 10:30 homeowner walks out "someone stole our free sign board"

[@user-io4iq2te9g]

軽トラの良いところは、目茶苦茶頑丈で長持ち

[@doniotte681]

Do you guys ever get Snow there, maybe I should relocate because I really hate Winters here in New England

[@stevewalters6853]

They’re selling for 6k/10k here in Tennessee.

[@user-ku7lp8yj2x]

農道のポルシェ

[@harleyshihtzu5558]

On that Honda most of them have the 5th gear locked out because there not safe at fifth gear speed. But you can take trans apart and cut the lock stop out.

[@donbxman7080]

In the Philippines this truck would be converted to left hand drive! Don't know HOW I'd do on a manual right hand drive. For sure it'd take a LOT of getting use to!

[@michaelriffey1268]

It's just like a Cab over

[@Gregknows-uj8gg]

The sign was not free it was just set out there too advertise the other free stuff. It was an antique and very expensive. I hope you got good use out of it.

[@johnconroy4002]

Yeah, I thought that was obvious, too.

[@dcw1540]

Jen have to give you credit for putting up with that old fart.thanks

[@kenken1550]

アクティは、雪道は強かった～　リアルタイム４ＷＤなので、ステアリングは重かった　エンジンがリアなので、高速ではお尻も熱くならないし五月蠅くなかった　日本では車検が有るため、古くなると部品の調達が難しくなり手放しました　　今はハイゼットジャンボに乗って居ます

[@ephjay6t87]

Careful. They grow on you and infect your mind. Next thing you know you got spare engines and making room for a fleet of Kei trucks. 😂

[@williamb.9110]

"Don't accidentally put it into reverse"... LOL

[@philipgibb458]

😂 I'm 6ft4" there's no way I could get in 👌

[@ronservice1708]

That thing is Cool!!

[@peelmeone]

To convert kph to mph, multiply kph by .6. So, 70kph equals about 42mph.

[@ephjay6t87]

About 8 km to 5 miles on the speedo' in my Hijet. 42 kpm=25 mph and 72 KPM =45 mph.

[@cwmoser]

I tried to get in one of those mini trucks but couldn't. How tall are you guys?

[@randymartin5521]

Is it 4 wheel drive? I assume not, I'm sure you would have mentioned it if it were. I've been toying with the idea of getting a 4wd one. I hadn't considered the leg room aspect though. I'm 6'1" also and have long legs, I've ruled out regular sized vehicles in the past because my knees were nearly touching the dash.

[@hurtnpinksock]

If it helps, im 6'2" & my knee's are 1" from the dash. The van i have, has 6" of clearance

[@ephjay6t87]

Get the 4x4 with low range and rear locker if you want a work truck.

[@netfalsifikaciiistorii]

Used Acty in Russia - is about $10...12k. (8 years | 80 000 miles)

[@suzukimasa999]

現代の軽自動車に乗ったらもっと驚くだろうね

[@wgrtghwq]

左ハンドルになれているから、最初は、センターラインに寄りがちになるね。

[@MrHisa0331]

こんにちは、私は狩猟を趣味にしてます。4wd kei truckは特に日本の山には必需品なのです

[@iamthewolf7277]

i want one so bad as my first car but i have curse ur jsut bad luck when it comes to manual transmissions idk why but every time i try to drive one i can never drive it with out grinding the gears and killing it xDD

[@user-id9cu8ln8i]

小さいけど馬力が有るので坂でも悪路でも関係無く走ります🛻💨

[@YuriUK]

Jeeeez she burned that clutch. Have you replaced it by now?😊

[@manoftheedgemanontheedge6003]

ストラット、ショックアブソーバーも 交換すべきだけどタイヤも選び直さないと 145R12-6PRを装着してくださいね。

[@satoshiyamada7041]

That’s a Honda mid-ship racing truck.

[@masatoyamaguchi5054]

今晩わ✋お疲れ様でした。　公開は有難う御座います。Good👍安全運転して下さい🛻　では良い日を。

[@tkashij]

Fasten seat belt. and Enjoy!!

[@tunaichinomiya]

ミッドシップ軽トラ

[@ayanami201]

K-trucks start off more smoothly if you start in second gear.