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  • @zoufmalade
    @zoufmalade 4 роки тому +78

    I don't know why we can't have the kei cars in Europe, that would make so much sense in our narrow streets and roads. Plus the fuel efficiency and the ecofriendlyness is totally on par with most of Europe target regarding CO2 emissions. I would have that as a daily any day.

    • @rolon-ew5kl
      @rolon-ew5kl 4 роки тому +3

      zoufmalade here in the US we can import them after they are 25 years or older. Some people have imported some old kei cars already. It is not easy you have to find a reputable dealer that does it right if anything is wrong in the paper work it can get crushed. Also there is extra taxes to be paid. If we never got it parts are hard to find with imported cars.

    • @junkman6456
      @junkman6456 4 роки тому +4

      A hard competitor to the Smart too. And the last uses one
      piston more. In some versions. Had a Smart roadster.

    • @MisterFixit69
      @MisterFixit69 4 роки тому +5

      it has probably something to do with safety (same thing with the Nissan r24) , safety regulations are killing small cars like these in Europe nowadays.( if the first Smart car came out now , it wouldve been banned)

    • @eliseiodagiu5519
      @eliseiodagiu5519 4 роки тому

      I believe they could sell them in britain, it at least makes sense.

    • @JippaJ
      @JippaJ Рік тому

      Because Europeans are too tall ;)

  • @jermainec2462
    @jermainec2462 4 роки тому +23

    It's sooooo cute .... I want one !!!!!!😍😍 And I'm a grown ass man ... A Honda gocart mini NSX 💯

  • @HondaProJason
    @HondaProJason 4 роки тому +33

    I just found your channel and WoW! I'm hooked, keep up the great content and love the syle of the videos

  • @havoc010101
    @havoc010101 4 роки тому +14

    The design of the car was immaculate, I would love to see what aftermarket tuners would do this car. Great video, keep the content coming!

    • @mattbudesa3038
      @mattbudesa3038 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah man. Thing would be a blast to drive. Wish we got these in the states.

    • @1nvd
      @1nvd 2 роки тому

      @@mattbudesa3038 look up the liberty walk kit. Makes it a mini NSX

  • @TheBobes
    @TheBobes 4 роки тому +24

    Thanks JDM Masters. Who needs sleep anyway, right?

  • @hailyseneviratne8113
    @hailyseneviratne8113 4 роки тому +2

    I have one. I love it.. One of the best experiences one can have in life is driving this

  • @V1_JFN
    @V1_JFN 4 роки тому +79

    Absolutely love japanese Kei cars, especially sports kei cars.
    New channel logo looks great too! Maybe sticker merch soon? :)

    • @williama.3652
      @williama.3652 4 роки тому

      This car on this video looks so cool 👍

  • @Fishing_4theHal_i-but
    @Fishing_4theHal_i-but 4 роки тому +6

    Just bought one as my daily and I love it

  • @SALTYDATTO
    @SALTYDATTO 4 роки тому +9

    You guys kick ass. Thank you so much for these uploads. Your channel is EXPLODING!

  • @ESR66
    @ESR66 4 роки тому +45

    The sales numbers for this car in North America would be through the roof.

    • @kayEnt3rtainm3nt
      @kayEnt3rtainm3nt 4 роки тому +14

      If I sat in that thing *my head* would be through the roof 😂

    • @thegooddoctor6719
      @thegooddoctor6719 4 роки тому +1

      I would almost give up getting a C8 for this. Almost that is........

    • @alfredofettuccine9425
      @alfredofettuccine9425 4 роки тому +3

      ESR66
      That’s precisely why they made it a convertible 🤣

    • @Anthony-uu4hq
      @Anthony-uu4hq 4 роки тому

      I'd buy it, depends on the price though. I bought the 2019 Corolla XSE hatchback last year, in manual of course, and will probably get the 250hp Corolla hatch when it comes out in 2022 unless a better option becomes available at that time.

    • @MarttiSuomivuori
      @MarttiSuomivuori 4 роки тому +7

      To get the American out of this car, it needs to be flipped upside down.

  • @stevenmitchell5319
    @stevenmitchell5319 4 роки тому +40

    I wish we could get Honda's like this in Canada.

    • @Pete-z6e
      @Pete-z6e 4 роки тому +3

      Steven Mitchell , don’t waste your apostrophes, you may not have any left when you actually need one.

    • @Wildstar40
      @Wildstar40 4 роки тому

      Yeah me too.

    • @jackmakackov7077
      @jackmakackov7077 4 роки тому

      that thing would have absolutely zero traction in the snow

    • @Wildstar40
      @Wildstar40 4 роки тому +3

      @@jackmakackov7077
      It won't make it through a 8 foot deep sippy hole and it won't tow 40,000 lbs but then again it is not a snowmobile, a swamp buggy or a Mack truck now is it.

    • @yiyinyu9679
      @yiyinyu9679 4 роки тому +5

      I used to own a Suzuki Cappuccino in UK, now I live in Canada, I wish they could bring in the KEI cars, north American's cars are boring

  • @probrosp
    @probrosp 4 роки тому +7

    Nice backround info on the engineering. I like Hondas approach of prioritizing the best solution over decision through authority. Sadly it's rarely common practice and that really annoys me as an engineer. Too many people without any clue at all are in management positions.

  • @Slaphappy1975
    @Slaphappy1975 4 роки тому +28

    17:54 You know a car has a small engine when the passenger says, "the response would be 10% better if I wasn't sitting in the car." LMAO

  • @meshies
    @meshies 4 роки тому

    I kind of fell out of love with JDM cars after selling my S14 10 years ago, but this channel is bringing me back. Fucking love you guys.

  • @nileju5061
    @nileju5061 4 роки тому +20

    I think japanese Brands should import these small cars in EU. It would be a good alternativ to very expansiv and rare electric & hybrid cars for driving in cities

    • @rootedorganically4911
      @rootedorganically4911 4 роки тому +1

      Nileju funny it seems like people from all parts like this car I love it to I wish that could make this but with durable plastic panels instead of the exterior that dents and fades

    • @nileju5061
      @nileju5061 4 роки тому

      @gilbert martinez i don't understand

  • @mynamesdavee
    @mynamesdavee 4 роки тому +8

    You have a great presenter voice to let you know, love to hear more in a podcast even! Keep up the awesome content! 👍

  • @meshies
    @meshies 4 роки тому +42

    Can you review more Sport Kei cars? I wanna see them all.

    • @faris8734
      @faris8734 4 роки тому +2

      Mike B yes mee too and thank you

    • @runthatbackagain7126
      @runthatbackagain7126 4 роки тому +2

      There's like 4 lol if you don't count the turbo versions of the box ones

    • @ArkaidDeims
      @ArkaidDeims 4 роки тому +1

      There aren't that many. Currently the S660 and the Daihatsu Copen are the only ones in the market
      Previous ones are the Honda Beat and the Suzuki Cappuccino

    • @runthatbackagain7126
      @runthatbackagain7126 4 роки тому +1

      @@ArkaidDeims And the Autozam. I've seen at least one more around here I just can't remember it

  • @Almighty_cornholio
    @Almighty_cornholio 4 роки тому +2

    I own a Honda beat and I'm officially in love with this car

  • @Tigerex966
    @Tigerex966 4 роки тому +4

    hondas best styling since the nsx, ill buy it.

  • @andrewdanjumbo7584
    @andrewdanjumbo7584 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent reviews... great attention to all the details, & finally a UA-camr that has a true mastery of the spoken word.
    Bravo!

  • @joshleyva2249
    @joshleyva2249 4 роки тому +11

    That's a great looking car. I'd love to see a US version of these.

    • @rap1dequal1zer77
      @rap1dequal1zer77 4 роки тому +2

      Absolutely!

    • @ElReySupr3me
      @ElReySupr3me 4 роки тому

      Well too bad because we wont get any of these cars until 25 years pass for them 😢

    • @jonathandunlop6342
      @jonathandunlop6342 4 роки тому

      @@ElReySupr3me why?

    • @ErectileSceptile
      @ErectileSceptile 3 роки тому +1

      @@jonathandunlop6342 US Safety regulations don't allow cars like this unless they are 25 years or older.

  • @aaronbarkley539
    @aaronbarkley539 4 роки тому

    I don’t know what it is about this guy but his stutter and just acting like a normal dude makes it a lot more entertaining to watch rather than someone like SHMEE150 saying “guess what car I’ll sell next then buy?!” Keep up the good work man.

  • @veliddinkutaykocak
    @veliddinkutaykocak 4 роки тому +5

    we were waiting to see this car thx Bee R uncle Thank you JDM Masters

  • @texaslawdawg1902
    @texaslawdawg1902 4 роки тому

    100 x better than US auto journalists. Keep up the good work

  • @heilong79
    @heilong79 3 роки тому +3

    I have always liked these since they came out, Honda should have released this in Europe with an up rated engine. We can import them but it would be expensive with import taxes.

  • @yzfr1590
    @yzfr1590 4 роки тому

    The explanation was very polite and the camera work was very good and the content was easy to understand. I could feel the goodness of S 660. It's a very good video.

  • @Kairupractor
    @Kairupractor 4 роки тому +5

    Most obscure turbo whistle note I’ve ever heard, beautiful car though, absolutely love the S660

    • @droy7101
      @droy7101 4 роки тому

      my camry has no turbo, its na 3.5 litre and makes the same sound. lol. i dont think its turbo thats making the sound.

  • @0LukasYagami
    @0LukasYagami 4 роки тому

    I love how this man have an amazing knowledge of JDM cars, it was fun to see him review one of my dream cars!
    I love sports kei cars, especially the S660, looks like a baby NSX! There's something on these cars that I can't resist on being small, cute, and absolutely fun to drive, you don't need crazy horsepowers to enjoy it, it is small, you'll feel like in a kart and they pack quite a power for its size, how can you not love it??

  • @JJ-vp4jz
    @JJ-vp4jz 4 роки тому +10

    I love this guy. Japanese people are so well mannered and professional.

  • @deviklovecraft3835
    @deviklovecraft3835 4 роки тому +1

    I adore kei cars...especially the Autozam AZ-1

  • @gryphon123456
    @gryphon123456 4 роки тому +13

    Looks so much fun. Love small “wearable” cars. Wish we had more like this in NA. Well done.

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 4 роки тому +1

      What do you call the Smart if not wearable at least by the people who crash in them?

    • @jorgemejia6801
      @jorgemejia6801 4 роки тому

      InsideOfMyOwnMind haha nice

    • @boomerhgt
      @boomerhgt 4 роки тому

      A normal person ain't gonna fit my mate had a Copen it was ridiculous trying to fit inside it

  • @m0rph3u1st
    @m0rph3u1st 3 роки тому +2

    Sounds like a fun car to have.
    Why it's not sold outside Japan?
    I loved the engine sound and that turbo whistle.
    Pretty sure there could be a S660 trophy based on this car, just as is.

  • @ursmalo3103
    @ursmalo3103 4 роки тому +38

    Take this design, make it a little bigger, put in a decent engine and it would be a huge success for Honda like with the CRX

    • @playablue
      @playablue 4 роки тому +1

      I owned 2 CRX’s yes.....

    • @ursmalo3103
      @ursmalo3103 4 роки тому +1

      @@playablue Me too, great cars

    • @asian_raisin
      @asian_raisin 4 роки тому

      Forged internals, fuel system upgrade, bigger turbo and tuned ECU in the future?

  • @GeoffSeeley
    @GeoffSeeley 4 роки тому

    It looks like a fun little car! Thanks for reviewing it guys!

  • @LetsRewindwithCarlos
    @LetsRewindwithCarlos 4 роки тому +4

    That jacket is awesome!!
    That car still rocking the Del Sol handles for the roof lol

  • @David-bl1bt
    @David-bl1bt 4 роки тому

    Many, many years ago in my youth I owned a Kei car, it was a Suzuki SC100 " whiz kid", it also was a rear engine rear wheel drive, but was very practical as it had 4 seats. It had loads of kit and was surprisingly cheap to buy. I actually sold it after 2 years of ownership for more than I bought it for new, how often can you do that! I bought it new from a UK suzuki dealer, I loved it. It wasn't particularly fast but so so much fun to drive. There were very few here in the UK, so it attracted a lot of attention and interest as nobody had a clue what it was.
    An interesting review, Its great to see that these fun cool microcars are still popular. Its a shame that they are only available in Japan.

  • @PinkPyroGame
    @PinkPyroGame 4 роки тому +6

    Such a weird small car, i love it!

  • @AJF4Me
    @AJF4Me 4 роки тому

    Even with an air raid going on he continues his review! What dedication!!!

  • @rameezahmed3637
    @rameezahmed3637 4 роки тому +6

    Still surprised we get this here in pakistan and there's a lot of these here and r pretty cheap
    Can't wait to get my hands on one of these

    • @jarekpszuk6944
      @jarekpszuk6944 4 роки тому +2

      pakistan is quite a lot closer to where I live than Japan, don't be surprised if i stop by your place and snatch this honda one day

    • @rameezahmed3637
      @rameezahmed3637 4 роки тому

      @@jarekpszuk6944 😂 sure u r welcome to stop by

    • @rap1dequal1zer77
      @rap1dequal1zer77 4 роки тому +1

      Lucky!

  • @arf4056
    @arf4056 4 роки тому +1

    Captain's dressing style is very nice.And thanks for good content keep it up!

  • @tastyhealth8966
    @tastyhealth8966 4 роки тому +3

    Nice review ! This little Honda , it looks amazing. Would like the option of the steering wheel on the other side and 300 HP. Cheers from the USA.

  • @grahambeech4634
    @grahambeech4634 4 роки тому

    What a great looking car. Get it on sale around the world Honda. Great video too.

  • @maxpesh
    @maxpesh 4 роки тому +11

    These should be sold in Europe, tuned for a few more horses in the engine . I'd buy one of these instantly. C'mon Honda ! Why not ?

    • @boomerhgt
      @boomerhgt 4 роки тому

      Are you kidding it's fucking tiny unless your built like a jockey a normal sized person ain't gonna fit

    • @sgtrubik4901
      @sgtrubik4901 2 роки тому

      @@boomerhgt bro he's 6ft and he fits, u need help with math?

  • @ThomasColeFZ
    @ThomasColeFZ 4 роки тому

    Excellent video. I've never even heard of that car before. Please keep up the good work. Look forward to seeing more of these videos. Best wishes.

  • @jennjelly
    @jennjelly 4 роки тому +3

    I want one!!! in either blue or green? i will keep an eye out for my delivery ! haha. Honda !!! you have a beautiful Car there !! and thank you for showing it to us !

  • @alexhong8204
    @alexhong8204 4 роки тому

    Fantastic review Ken ... didn't realise how much quality is in this Kei car until I came across your video. Is ridiculously expensive to get one in Singapore. A few were imported but that was it.

  • @thatjokerperson7062
    @thatjokerperson7062 4 роки тому +6

    Need one
    Is it based off any us car i can buy?
    Chassis swap time?

    • @virenvs905
      @virenvs905 4 роки тому +2

      The real question is: can we put an civic type R engine in there

    • @thatjokerperson7062
      @thatjokerperson7062 4 роки тому +1

      @@virenvs905 turbo k swap

    • @r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625
      @r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625 4 роки тому

      You can put a Suzuki swift engine in it but the Suzuki swift isn’t in the USA...

  • @pupak3000
    @pupak3000 4 роки тому +2

    I play with Gran Turismo Sport and the Honda Beat is my favorite car! :D

  • @who919
    @who919 4 роки тому +18

    So I have to wait 20 years to get it in the States, if I'm still alive at 71☹☹☹

    • @Stealthborn
      @Stealthborn 4 роки тому +3

      For me I would be in my early 60s at that point. Thank those d***bags at Mercedez-Benz for encouraging that 25 year rule.

    • @youtubespectator669
      @youtubespectator669 4 роки тому +1

      bad news, it's actually 25 years

  • @EdgyNumber1
    @EdgyNumber1 4 роки тому

    The sound of that door closing. Sounded solid!

  • @SuperCacahuete93
    @SuperCacahuete93 4 роки тому +12

    I'd like to see this car in France !

    • @ARMWRESTLINGCYCLINGFRANCE
      @ARMWRESTLINGCYCLINGFRANCE 4 роки тому +3

      I agree! I want it! But with a K24 in it.

    • @3811eric
      @3811eric 4 роки тому

      I'd like to see more Hyundai N cars in France!

    • @boomerhgt
      @boomerhgt 4 роки тому

      Too small ridiculous

    • @tristan6509
      @tristan6509 4 роки тому

      @@boomerhgt you clearly haven't seen the smart car or the renault twizzy... it's waaay larger than those cars.

  • @Mike-jz8hr
    @Mike-jz8hr 4 роки тому +2

    Loved the configuration of the 6 speed manual stick shift specially that the reverse is all the way next to 6 the gear instead of most other stick shift cars like porsche, mini and even Corvettes where the reverse is right next to the 1st gear!!!! ... By the way it was very funny u calling the hard plastic (High quality hard plastic).😉😉

  • @ericspace121
    @ericspace121 4 роки тому +3

    So glad it's a manual. I really hope manuals settle into a good steady niche with these new sports cars. I don't ever want the experience of shifting my own gears to go away.

  • @MisterMotel
    @MisterMotel 4 роки тому

    that is a thing of true beauty. please share it with the world Honda. We need small cars too,

  • @thezanzibarbarian5729
    @thezanzibarbarian5729 4 роки тому +3

    I just hope Honda sell this in the UK as Daihatsu did with their little Copen. It's looks absolutely bloody cracking :-))...

    • @r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625
      @r.i.peperoniiiiroh9625 4 роки тому

      The Zanzibarbarian yeah have you seen the
      daihatsu Copen GR
      it’s absolutely fabulous I’m really thinking of importing one

  • @cengawer
    @cengawer 4 роки тому +1

    Great review, thanks a lot. never seen such type of car before. I am not small car guy, but I really like the concept. The design, the details .... are really great. I didn’t understand why Honda doesn’t sell such car in countries with small and narrow street cities and tax system based on engine sizes... it will be great options for customers who lives in such countries. Only what I didn’t like is truck size and it looks. I understand concept and purpose of this car but i believe it still deserves larger trunk with good looking carpet.

  • @omorfinable
    @omorfinable 4 роки тому +3

    Same targa top latches like the Del Sol's... good things never change lol

  • @chucksaurus2602
    @chucksaurus2602 4 роки тому

    I want one now! Thanks for reviewing this! Love what you guys do.

  • @theenthusiast9708
    @theenthusiast9708 4 роки тому +5

    As a small lady I've been really interested in KEI cars lately. Would love to import one of these! But it must be a pain to get help to do maintenance or mod it if the only resources for info and community is Japanese? D:

    • @Em12k
      @Em12k 4 роки тому

      Not at all man. Its still a honda engine

    • @8116tm
      @8116tm 4 роки тому

      @@Em12k A Honda engine not sold in NA, hence everything would have to be imported... through a translator. Good luck.

  • @Curi0u50ne
    @Curi0u50ne 4 роки тому +1

    @09:50 it's a steering rack

  • @GethinJames
    @GethinJames 4 роки тому +5

    Only in Japan. Urgh. I'd love one of those!

  • @maryrafuse2297
    @maryrafuse2297 4 роки тому

    I would love to see these sold in North America. Perfect for my husband who commutes, visits hospitals and calls on people all day. Perfect one person car with built in driving fun.

  • @wiselybob7176
    @wiselybob7176 4 роки тому +38

    air sirens in the back ground " Godzilla Godzilla "

    • @cbwavy
      @cbwavy 4 роки тому +3

      I imagined the announcement telling the city to evacuate, some villain that only One Punch Man can handle is destroying the city lol

    •  4 роки тому +1

      Godzirra, Godzirra, I say.

    • @jacksondevine3870
      @jacksondevine3870 4 роки тому

      @Keith Willis or an air raid siren

  • @Matt.4877
    @Matt.4877 4 роки тому +1

    Its amazing how many of these you see around Tokyo. Great that Honda let a very young designer lead on this project. you can certainly tell. Awesome car. The mk2 is due very soon :)

  • @AlexandersArchways
    @AlexandersArchways 4 роки тому +3

    I want this car. Reminds me of a modern mr2. Why can't they bring it to North America? I'd buy it in a heart beat.

    • @rap1dequal1zer77
      @rap1dequal1zer77 4 роки тому

      Same!

    • @MandyFlame
      @MandyFlame 4 роки тому

      Reminds me more of a Del Sol than an MR2, but I’m with you on the “sign me up”

  • @urbanizeddreams
    @urbanizeddreams 4 роки тому +2

    One of my new favorite kei cars! I wish they sold these in Canada.

  • @jdeo4198
    @jdeo4198 4 роки тому +21

    Its funny how its like Smaller than a Miata 😂

  • @EnthusiastAustralia
    @EnthusiastAustralia 4 роки тому +2

    Makes you wonder why Honda is pulling out of Australia, They've always built reliable quality.

  • @MrRodrigo1250
    @MrRodrigo1250 4 роки тому +3

    Americans: hey, look at my new small car (Sentra, 1.8L 4.63m length)
    Japenese: hold my Sake...

    • @erwinmaes3105
      @erwinmaes3105 3 роки тому +1

      Amercans: i only got a small 2.0 four cylinder
      European be like: wow, look at that big block

  • @vincentechung3952
    @vincentechung3952 4 роки тому +31

    Look like the model "delsol' early 90 .

    • @tonskie0160
      @tonskie0160 4 роки тому +2

      I'm thinking the same thought. The roof latch and roof rubber lining are very close to Del Sol design.

    • @adnelortiz
      @adnelortiz 4 роки тому +1

      Agreed!

    • @chuclater7121
      @chuclater7121 4 роки тому

      Yep, spot on!

    • @222kiryu
      @222kiryu 4 роки тому

      I used to own a del Sol. I loved that car. I hope they can bring this to the US market.

  • @daisukehoshino202
    @daisukehoshino202 4 роки тому

    Living in Japan I see lots of Miatas, Copens, S2000s etc. on the road with their tops down but believe me the drivers in the S660 definitely look the happiest (in a masochistic way maybe).

  • @redey1290
    @redey1290 4 роки тому +6

    Can't wait until 2045 when I can import one of these lol.

    • @ardaakin2658
      @ardaakin2658 4 роки тому +1

      I think it came out in 2015 so 2040 in it will be legal

  • @-DC-
    @-DC- 3 роки тому

    Honda should offer this worldwide what a beautiful machine ❤️

  • @dimdaisjimbo
    @dimdaisjimbo 4 роки тому +5

    Hello from Athens Greece
    Very interesting your channel and the detailed way you present the cars.
    Please test the nc mx5 behind
    Happens to own a 2.0l mx5
    Thanks

    • @rolon-ew5kl
      @rolon-ew5kl 4 роки тому

      Dimitris the NC definitely is underrated people in the miata community be hating them. The NC is one of the most daily miata. Would not mind one for daily I would keep my NA as a project car.

  • @rollling7523
    @rollling7523 4 роки тому

    I think the vents behind the wheel does have a function.
    Isn't it sucking away air from the wheel compartment ?

  • @onfin3al6
    @onfin3al6 4 роки тому +27

    660 motor , when Honda makes 1300 motors for bikes , now that's messed up .

    • @harmoniumteacher
      @harmoniumteacher 4 роки тому +9

      The engine size and car dimensions are limited to government Kei car size in order to pay low taxes. Anything larger incurs tax penalties.

    • @MrEtherguy
      @MrEtherguy 4 роки тому +2

      Also it only makes up to 63 hp. Most 600cc streetbike engines make more than that, some even up to 120 hp stock. But it's meant for economy, hence the 19+ second quarter mile.

    • @ytascoobs
      @ytascoobs 4 роки тому

      This car would soank my 1,400cc Chevy Spark 2019 😂😂

    • @yolovegas1499
      @yolovegas1499 4 роки тому

      Imagine this car with a k20/24. As a stick shift.... I would get one

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 4 роки тому +1

      @@yolovegas1499 It would be a death trap but that's why we want them.

  • @jdeo4198
    @jdeo4198 4 роки тому +1

    When i went to Japan last year i saw that Car with a Skibox on roof and some Exterior Moddification and honestly i love it!

    • @Pete-z6e
      @Pete-z6e 4 роки тому

      JDEO , need the skibox,

  • @krrk6337
    @krrk6337 4 роки тому +6

    Damn. Why Honda didn't make this a global model?

    • @Luis-un8do
      @Luis-un8do 4 роки тому

      Maybe it's too small? It's the only thing I could think of

    • @krrk6337
      @krrk6337 4 роки тому

      @@Luis-un8do but I think its size is about Elise?

    • @TrinomCZ
      @TrinomCZ 4 роки тому

      I'm worried, that the reason is the popularity of SUVs in the western world.

    • @kimoliburd8829
      @kimoliburd8829 4 роки тому

      @@krrk6337 it's alot smaller. Even smaller than the MRS.

    • @trii.spokes
      @trii.spokes 4 роки тому

      @@TrinomCZ and Americans only wan't trucks anyways.

  • @dave_thomas
    @dave_thomas 4 роки тому

    New Subscriber. Awesome video. Would love to see more Kei Cars, Vans, SUVs etc.

  • @xcofcd
    @xcofcd 4 роки тому +4

    I bet this drives great. But it's a shame it doesn't have a little more power. About 200hp would be perfect ;)

    • @vigossvirus666
      @vigossvirus666 4 роки тому +3

      About 200? With that weight thats crazy

    • @ardaakin2658
      @ardaakin2658 4 роки тому

      Kei cars are limited to 64ps you cant make it 200 even if you do so it wouldnt count as a kei car

    • @chrisdef15
      @chrisdef15 4 роки тому

      Honda can’t but with mods it could be possible. Would be pretty extreme though.

    • @cranky1812
      @cranky1812 4 роки тому

      I guess K24 will do the job

    • @jmirsp4z
      @jmirsp4z 4 роки тому

      @@cranky1812 when will people learn that these cars are so small that you can't just swap engines into them at will... there's no way in hell you would fit a K24 in there...

  • @latinballa88
    @latinballa88 Рік тому

    Love the videos. Keep ‘em coming 🙏

  • @colhapablap
    @colhapablap 4 роки тому +12

    waiting for the truck review

    • @MokokoMokoko
      @MokokoMokoko 4 роки тому

      Behind the car and it has sun shield written br rom on it. Just a car carrier. The owner sold his own r34 gtr to buy it. Costs more than that.

  • @thebrain9384
    @thebrain9384 4 роки тому

    I've owned a Honda Sport 600, it was a fun car. The Smart car is sold in America, there's no reason this car couldn't be sold here. It would sell well everywhere in the world.

  • @PWCDN
    @PWCDN 4 роки тому +8

    beautiful car, don't understand why they don't design cars like this for the NA market. Just make it bigger. Current Honda non-suv's are ugly

    • @SeraphCrimson777
      @SeraphCrimson777 4 роки тому +4

      Because Americans don't want small cars. The best selling vehicle in NA is the F150, and has been for like 5+ years.

    • @jamie49868
      @jamie49868 4 роки тому +1

      If you make it bigger, it changes what it is. This car looks like it would be fun, but you still have to get in and out. I would imagine they would sell a few just on novelty, but it's not practical and would it even meet safety standards with out adding a bunch of crap and ruining it? It's one of those "I like the idea" but I wouldn't own one, cars.

  • @VG22.
    @VG22. 4 роки тому

    MORE POCKET ROCKETS PLEASE ! WISH we could get these in the states

  • @SherwoodMa63744
    @SherwoodMa63744 4 роки тому +5

    I'd consider purchasing one if they were sold in the U.S.

    • @PWCDN
      @PWCDN 4 роки тому +4

      Never gonna happen, Americans are obsessed with horsepower and noisy cars. Maybe in Europe where they have a greater appreciation for all things cars. I would be in the same boat as you though.

  • @CorpseExplosion
    @CorpseExplosion 3 роки тому

    Design of this is beautiful - front end is very modern NSX looking. I just read an older SpeedHunters article about modified versions at a previous TAS, but actually stock looks so clean.

  • @maxmoovin
    @maxmoovin 4 роки тому +4

    America the land of giants, six foot plus +, 200 LBS, would not consider this go-cart, micro-car as a feasable, useful daily driver. The trunk space is barely enough to fit a Supersize me meal for one person.

    • @mosessupposes2571
      @mosessupposes2571 4 роки тому +1

      Sad isn’t it? Not all that many over six feet tall really, but the number of grossly obese Americans is disgusting. No fun cars for them 😂

  • @pimeye
    @pimeye 4 роки тому

    It just shows what a fantastic car the Smart Brabus Coupe was. Plenty of space under the bonnet and on the shelf over the engine, and a turbo. Easy to take off and store the targa roof, plus the 101 bhp could be chipped to about 118 bhp. If only they hadn’t leaked water +++.

  • @castanza128
    @castanza128 4 роки тому +4

    Sadly, the engine bay looks too small to k-swap it.

    • @mattbudesa3038
      @mattbudesa3038 4 роки тому

      Right. That would be awesome.

    • @juancarlosbatmanHAA
      @juancarlosbatmanHAA 4 роки тому

      There is always a way to install that. (Gone sexual)

    • @krisnadiimam4556
      @krisnadiimam4556 4 роки тому

      Im sure u can stroke it to 750 or even 800 if u really want, or convert it to positive displacement supercharger. Or go on a diet.

    • @castanza128
      @castanza128 4 роки тому

      @@krisnadiimam4556
      Probably a Huyabusa swap would be the way to go. Or maybe rotax snowmobile engine.

  • @Stealthborn
    @Stealthborn 4 роки тому

    Arguably one of the best cars that Honda makes right now and the best car that Honda currently makes that isn't in the U.S.

  • @enespolatdemir765
    @enespolatdemir765 4 роки тому +11

    japonic

  • @rubyzredhot
    @rubyzredhot 4 роки тому +1

    Where did you get the British Accent?

  • @zone47
    @zone47 4 роки тому +2

    The USA is too stupid to like and enjoy sporty cars anymore. At least we still have the GTI and Civic available.

    • @Gruuvin1
      @Gruuvin1 4 роки тому

      The USA is too stupid to like this? Where are you?

  • @alterglobo
    @alterglobo 4 роки тому

    My BIGGEST AUTOMOTIVE FRUSTRATION was not to be able to drive this lovely little thingy.
    Why Honda kept it JDM only still is beyond me. It baffles me. I would surely have given up any vehicle imaginable to have this:
    - Sub 900 kg weight
    - Mid-engined
    - Manual
    - Low centre of gravity
    - Low carbon footprint
    Basically for those of us who REALLY enjoy driving while not being oblivious of our planet, our fellow earthling-mates and even our children.
    Unique little car. Little lovely gem.

  • @trdjody
    @trdjody 4 роки тому +3

    Wish could own one in the US 😭

  • @lorenzofabozzi2531
    @lorenzofabozzi2531 4 роки тому

    Fantastic sound for a 3 cilinder and the sound of the turbo its lovely! Great car and great video! 😍

  • @davisdesigns1153
    @davisdesigns1153 4 роки тому +12

    It looks like a toy car

    • @Brian-tt2qb
      @Brian-tt2qb 4 роки тому +1

      I mean kinda is when you think about it

    • @shuttzi9878
      @shuttzi9878 4 роки тому +1

      Bro they would've been Honda Grom of cars if they shipped em to the rest of the world

    • @shuttzi9878
      @shuttzi9878 4 роки тому

      That also means that the car culture would've been all over it with their own customised versions

    • @Wildstar40
      @Wildstar40 4 роки тому

      R/C

  • @7thtenor
    @7thtenor 4 роки тому

    @16:28 0-60 for Honda S660 is 11.7 seconds (in 2016 model is was closer to 10). The 0-60 for a 2020 Honda Civic Type R is 5.4 seconds.

    • @roryeunice5518
      @roryeunice5518 4 роки тому

      He was talking about the old EK9 Type R with with the B16B naturally aspirated engine compared to this car that is very lightly modded.

  • @Eneskarakus0
    @Eneskarakus0 4 роки тому +3

    Bu araba türkiyeye gelsin satar 660cc vergiside az ama aracın boyutlarını biraz büyütmeleri gerek

    • @ardaakin2658
      @ardaakin2658 4 роки тому

      Yapamazlar kei car olmaktan çıkar