Can You Register a Daihatsu Hijet in North Carolina?

Daihatsu Hijet Registration in North Carolina

North Carolina allows the Daihatsu Hijet on public roads with restrictions. These may include speed limits, road class restrictions, or special registration categories. Check the full North Carolina kei truck laws for the specific rules that apply.

Many North Carolina owners use their Daihatsu Hijet for farm work, property maintenance, and short trips on secondary roads where the restrictions are manageable.

What It Costs to Own a Daihatsu Hijet in North Carolina

The Daihatsu Hijet typically sells for $5,500 - $16,000 depending on year, condition, and mileage. On top of the vehicle price, North Carolina charges:

• Sales tax: 3.0% ($323 on a $10,750 truck)
• Registration: $38
• Title: $56
• Inspection: $30

Total state fees on a $10,750 Daihatsu Hijet: roughly $447. Use our North Carolina import calculator for a detailed breakdown including shipping, customs duty, and broker fees. For current market values, Hagerty tracks pricing trends on imported Japanese vehicles.

Daihatsu Hijet Specs

The Daihatsu Hijet (1960-Present) is powered by a 660cc 3-cylinder EF-SE/KF producing 38-53 hp. It carries 770 lbs (350 kg) of payload in a bed measuring 131" L x 58" W x 69" H. All models were built to meet Japanese kei vehicle regulations with a maximum engine displacement of 660cc.

Read the full Daihatsu Hijet guide for detailed specs, common issues, recommended mods, and maintenance tips. If you are new to kei trucks, start with our complete introduction to kei trucks.

Importing a Daihatsu Hijet to North Carolina

Under the NHTSA 25 year rule, any Daihatsu Hijet manufactured 25 or more years ago is exempt from Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and EPA emissions requirements. Check our eligibility checker to see exactly when a specific production year becomes eligible.

For a step by step walkthrough, read our complete import guide. Before purchasing, review the pre purchase inspection checklist to avoid common pitfalls. Japanese auction sites like Goo-net Exchange list current inventory with pricing.

Daihatsu Hijet Dealers in North Carolina

2 dealers in North Carolina carry kei trucks:

• Mars Mini Trucks (Mars Hill) — website. Specialties: Suzuki, Honda, Daihatsu, Mitsubishi, Subaru.
• Mayberry Mini Trucks (Mount Airy) — website. Specialties: Suzuki, Honda, Daihatsu, Mitsubishi, Subaru.

Browse the full dealer directory or find all dealers in North Carolina.

Daihatsu Hijet in Other States

Considering registering in a different state? Laws vary significantly. Read the full state by state legality guide or check the Daihatsu Hijet in these states: