Can You Register a Daihatsu Hijet in Texas?

Daihatsu Hijet Registration in Texas

Texas allows full street registration for the Daihatsu Hijet and other kei trucks. As long as the vehicle is 25 or more years old (meeting the federal import exemption), you can register it like any other vehicle. Read the complete Texas kei truck laws for requirements and recent legislation.

Registration requires: a valid title, liability insurance, a safety inspection, and standard fees. The process is straightforward at your local Texas DMV.

What It Costs to Own a Daihatsu Hijet in Texas

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

• Sales tax: 6.3% ($672 on a $10,750 truck)
• Registration: $51
• Title: $33
• Inspection: $25

Total state fees on a $10,750 Daihatsu Hijet: roughly $781. Use our Texas 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 Texas

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 Texas

4 dealers in Texas carry kei trucks:

• JDM Drive (San Antonio) — website. Specialties: Honda, Suzuki, Daihatsu, Subaru, Mitsubishi.
• Lone Star Mini Trucks (Luling) — website. Specialties: Suzuki, Honda, Daihatsu, Mitsubishi, Toyota.
• Tim's Tiny Trucks (Huffman) — website. Specialties: Suzuki, Daihatsu, Honda, Subaru, Mitsubishi.
• Weatherford Mini Trucks (Weatherford) — website. Specialties: Daihatsu.

Browse the full dealer directory or find all dealers in Texas.

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: