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Subaru Sambar for sale

Sambar kei truck and van listings span KS/KV (1990-1999), TT/TV/TW (1999-2012), and Daihatsu-built S321/S331 (2012+). All sharing the EN07 660cc four-cylinder in naturally-aspirated or supercharged EN07Y form. The TT2 Sambar Truck and TV2 Van are the configurations most frequently imported; Dias Wagon is the enclosed passenger body. Four-wheel drive appears across most configurations. KS/KV models from 1990 are subject to NHTSA's manufacture-date 25-year provision; TT/TV/TW from 1999 reaches NHTSA's manufacture-date age threshold from 2024 onward. The post-2012 S321/S331 generation is a rebadged Daihatsu Hijet in mechanical terms.

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Subaru Sambar — pricing right now

Listings: 222
From: $2,439CA$3,476£1,844A$3,495€2,177¥386,059
Up to: $19,995CA$28,500£15,113A$28,653€17,843¥3,164,924
Average: $9,349CA$13,325£7,066A$13,397€8,343¥1,479,814

Source: JDMBUYSELL marketplace data. Prices and availability can change.

Make: Subaru Model: Sambar

Popular chassis: KV3 118 TT1 79 KR1 3 DC51T 1

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History & specs

About the Subaru Sambar

The Subaru Sambar is Subaru's kei-class commercial vehicle line, produced across KS/KV (1990-1999), TT/TV/TW (1999-2012), and the Daihatsu-sourced S321/S331-based generation from 2012. All Subaru-built generations use the EN07 660cc four-stroke four-cylinder, a departure from the earlier two-stroke design of the original Sambar. The TT2 Sambar Truck (flat-bed) and TV2 Van (enclosed panel van) are the configurations most commonly imported for agricultural and light work applications in North America.

The EN07Y supercharged variant, fitted in Dias Wagon and upper TT/TV trim levels, provides approximately 47ps versus the naturally-aspirated EN07's 40ps, a proportionally significant difference in a vehicle with a curb weight under 800kg. Four-wheel drive is available across most body styles and was specified frequently in JDM markets for agricultural use. Sambar Dias is the passenger-configured wagon body with windows on all sides and an optional rear climate unit, distinct from the cargo-focused TV Van. Supercharged Dias with 4WD is among the more sought-after import configurations.

KS/KV generation from 1990 is subject to NHTSA's manufacture-date 25-year provision. TT/TV/TW from 1999 reached NHTSA's manufacture-date age threshold from 2024 onward. Right-hand drive. In North American farm and rural markets, the JDM kei truck serves as a low-speed utility vehicle. Verify state and local regulations for on-road versus off-road classification before purchasing. EN07 parts availability has improved as import volume has grown; specialist distributors in the US and Canada now stock common wear items. The post-2012 S321/S331 generation is a rebadged Daihatsu Hijet mechanically.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Subaru Sambar cost?

Across 222 Subaru Sambar listings on JDMBUYSELL, prices range from $2,439 to $19,995 USD, averaging about $9,349. Figures reflect active marketplace listings and can change.

What is the cheapest Subaru Sambar for sale?

The lowest-priced active Subaru Sambar listing on JDMBUYSELL is a 2000 example at $2,439 USD. Sort the listings by price to compare the most affordable examples first.

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How many Subaru Sambar are for sale in the United States?

Of the 222 active Subaru Sambar listings on JDMBUYSELL, 137 are based in the United States and the remaining 85 are with exporters in Japan and dealers in other markets.

Which Subaru Sambar model years can be imported to the United States?

Under 49 CFR 591.5(i)(1), the US exemption applies when a vehicle is at least 25 years old. The exact manufacture date, rather than its model year alone, controls that calculation. In 2026, model year 2001 and earlier is a planning cutoff for Subaru Sambar; confirm the individual vehicle's manufacture date and import requirements before purchase. 193 of the 222 active Subaru Sambar listings are at or before that model-year planning cutoff.

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How many Subaru Sambar are for sale with a manual transmission?

176 of the 222 active Subaru Sambar listings are listed with a manual transmission.

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How much does it cost to import a Subaru Sambar from Japan?

44 Subaru Sambar listings are offered by exporters in Japan, priced from $2,439 to $7,538 USD before shipping. Beyond the purchase price, importing from Japan adds ocean freight, import duty, and destination-country compliance to the landed cost.

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