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1992 Honda Beat

Name: 1992 Honda Beat
Brand: Honda
Price: 10950 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (139 reviews)

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Japan Direct Motors

4.6(139)Irmo, US

Established 2015Member since 2019

~2 daysResponse

68%Reply rate

109Listings

Smart buyer checklist

Treat this as two groups. Required items protect you from payment loss and fraud — if a seller resists any of them, walk away. Ideal items help you assess the car's condition; when one is missing, factor it into your risk and your offer rather than treating it as automatic fraud.

Requiredfraud and payment-loss prevention

Confirm title status. Clean, salvage, rebuilt, or no title — and the title's jurisdiction — should be clear before you wire.
Confirm the car is importable to your location. That's your homework, not the seller's; if the import path is unclear, step back and verify before paying.
Read the bill of sale before you wire. "As-is" with no warranty is normal; anything that removes inspection or payment protections is a red flag.
Use a third-party escrow service; never wire to a personal account. For dealer sales, a wire to the business account named on the invoice is normal; for private-party sales, use escrow.

Idealvehicle-condition diligence; factor missing items into risk and price

Ask for the export certificate. If the car was exported from Japan recently, the deregistration document can help confirm provenance and timing.If unavailable: certificates for older imports are often filed away, so absence is a risk signal, not automatic fraud.
Ask for underbody, engine bay, and rear-quarter photos. Those areas reveal rust and repair work that hero shots can hide.If unavailable: the car may still be in transit or storage; review existing media and ask for fresh shots once it's accessible.
Consider a third-party pre-purchase inspection (PPI). A specialist inspection can catch issues that change the price.If unavailable: a PPI is often not feasible while the car is still overseas, so price the added uncertainty instead of treating it as proof of fraud.

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AI Summary

Listed by a JDM importer in South Carolina, USA.

Starts, runs, and drives well; transmission shifts smoothly
Japan import
Clean South Carolina title ready to transfer
Aftermarket carbon fiber-style wrap on trunk lid

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Listing

Listing details

Listing ID: JDM-HPE-85QD
Listed: Jun 2026
Updated: 1 week ago
VIN: Available on request
Currently in: Irmo, South Carolina, United States

Specifications

Vehicle details

Generation: PP1
Engine: 660CC
Mileage: 85,343 km53,000 mi
Transmission: automatic
Year: 1992
Make: Honda
Model: Beat
Body: convertible
Exterior: red

Description

1992 Honda Beat Factory Right-Hand-Drive Kei Sports Car STK #1504 This 1992 Honda Beat is a factory right-hand-drive Japanese kei sports car available at Japan Direct Motors in Irmo, South Carolina. Finished in red with a 5-speed manual transmission, this Beat is a lightweight mid-engine convertible that offers a fun, unique JDM driving experience in a compact package. It has been legally imported from Japan and comes with a clean South Carolina title ready to transfer. Vehicle Highlights 1992 Honda Beat Factory right-hand drive 660cc 3-cylinder gasoline engine 5-speed manual transmission Mid-

engine, rear-wheel-drive layout Convertible top A/C 85,343 km / 52,912 miles VIN: PP11011504 Stock Number: 1504 Clean South Carolina title About the Honda Beat The Honda Beat is one of Japan’s most recognizable kei sports cars, known for its compact size, open-top driving experience, and high-revving 660cc engine. Its mid-engine layout and manual transmission make it a fun choice for someone looking for a unique JDM weekend car, local cruiser, or collector-style kei car. This Beat is a great option for buyers wanting something different from a Miata, Cappuccino, or Autozam AZ-1 while still keeping the small, lightweight sports car feel. Exterior Condition The red exterior presents well overall and still has a good shine. As expected for a 25+ year-old vehicle, there are some minor scratches and age-related imperfections. The car is in good overall condition with no major dents or damage noted. The windshield trim shows some light cracking, and the rear bumper has some paint fading. The trunk lid currently has a carbon fiber-style wrap, and it appears to be red underneath. Interior Condition The interior is clean overall for its age. The dash is in good condition with no major cracking noted, and the door panels present well. The driver’s seat does have a tear, while the passenger seat is clean and free of major damage. The center trim and steering wheel are in good condition. Powertrain and Driving This Honda Beat is powered by a 660cc 3-cylinder gasoline engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The car starts, runs, and drives well, and the transmission shifts smoothly. Its small size, manual gearbox, and mid-engine layout make it an engaging car to drive while still being easy to park and maneuver. Title, Import, and Location This 1992 Honda Beat 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 (803) 622-8962 with questions, availability, or to set up a test drive.