1994 Subaru Sambar Dump Bed

1994 Subaru Sambar, 4WD High-Sided Dump Bed Kei Truck, STK #2572

This 1994 Subaru Sambar is a factory right-hand-drive Japanese kei truck available at Japan Direct Motors in Irmo, South Carolina. Equipped with a hydraulic dump bed with high sides, 660cc 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, selectable 4WD, and A/C, this Sambar is a practical option for farm work, landscaping, property maintenance, small business use, or anyone looking for a compact Japanese utility truck. It has been legally imported from Japan and comes with a clean South Carolina title ready to transfer.

Vehicle Highlights

• 1994 Subaru Sambar

• Factory right-hand drive

• 660cc gas 4-cylinder engine

• 5-speed manual transmission

• Selectable 4WD

• A/C

• Electric hydraulic dump bed

• High-sided dump box

• 47,647 miles / 76,681 km

• Rear-engine kei truck design

• VIN: KS4212572

• Clean South Carolina title ready to transfer

About This Subaru Sambar

The Subaru Sambar is a compact Japanese kei truck known for its maneuverability, useful design, and rear-engine layout. Its small footprint makes it easy to navigate around farms, properties, landscaping jobs, warehouses, and tight work areas where larger trucks may be inconvenient.

This Sambar stands out with its high-sided hydraulic dump bed. Unlike a standard kei truck with a flat cargo bed, this example features a taller dump box designed to help contain loose materials such as mulch, feed, soil, and other light-duty loads. The hydraulic lifting system allows the bed to tilt for easier unloading, making it especially useful for property maintenance, landscaping, and agricultural work.

The selectable 4WD system, 5-speed manual transmission, and A/C add versatility and comfort for work around properties, farms, and other work areas. Its compact size and specialized dump setup make it a practical alternative to a larger utility vehicle for smaller jobs.

Exterior Condition

The white exterior presents well overall and has a clean appearance for its age. As expected on a 30+ year old work truck, there are normal age-related scratches, marks, and minor cosmetic imperfections. The high-sided dump bed also shows signs of normal use, but the truck has a good overall appearance. The raised dump box and hydraulic lifting mechanism give this Sambar a more specialized utility-focused design than a standard kei truck.

Interior Condition

The interior is clean overall and presents well for the age. The dash, door panels, steering wheel, and floor area have a straightforward, well-kept appearance. The seats show some normal wear, including minor wear and small splits in the driver's seat upholstery. Overall, the cab is tidy and maintains the simple, practical layout of a Japanese kei truck.

Powertrain and Driving

This Sambar is powered by Subaru's 660cc gas 4-cylinder engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and selectable 4WD. The truck starts, runs, and drives well, and the transmission shifts smoothly. It is also equipped with A/C for added comfort.

With its compact dimensions, rear-engine design, 4WD capability, and high-sided hydraulic dump bed, this Sambar is well suited for property maintenance, landscaping, farm chores, and light utility work.

Title, Import, and Location

This vehicle has been legally imported from Japan and comes with a clean South Carolina title ready to transfer. It is available at Japan Direct Motors near Columbia, South Carolina, and can be seen, purchased, and driven home today. Stop by during business hours, or call/text ahead at [see the Call button] with questions, availability, or to set up a test drive.