Ottawa, ON | Canada
$13,999
/ USDDescription
This is a freshly imported 1990 Suzuki Alto Works RS-R which is the highest trim available for this model year. It comes equipped with a 3 cylinder 660cc turbo charged engine making 64 horsepower and 63 lb ft of torque to all four wheels with full time 4 wheel drive. That power with a total weight of 1500lb turns this little Kei car into a back road dream machine. Incredibly zippy and fun car to drive. AC blows cold. Rear seat is as plush as a couch. No rust. Comes with a clean Washington state ...
Our Take:
- A rare gem from the early days of the Kei car craze: The 1990 Suzuki Alto Works RS-R became quite the favorite among enthusiasts for its distinctive combination of light weight and peppy performance. Back in the day, Suzuki was flexing its engineering muscles by squeezing every ounce of excitement out of a tiny 660cc turbo engine. Just picture this: 64 horsepower might not sound like much, but it’s a pocket rocket when paired with the car's feathery 1500-pound frame.
- Full-time AWD makes it a standout: Unlike many of its contemporaries limited to mere front-wheel drive, the RS-R's full-time 4WD setup offers better handling and grip, particularly on twisty back roads or slippery surfaces. It's rare to find a Kei car of this era that pushed the boundaries of performance like this one did. The AWD in such a compact vehicle is like finding a hidden drive-through in a bustling city—unexpected and immensely satisfying.
- A delightful blend of nostalgia and modern quirks: Besides its mechanical prowess, this Alto offers charming quirks like a Japanese ETC card reader that cheerfully talks to you—an amusing nod to its JDM roots. The aftermarket additions like a Recaro seat and Momo steering wheel add a touch of modern flair, yet they echo the spirit of customization that Kei car enthusiasts have always loved. It’s like having a sushi roll with a surprise ingredient; you didn’t expect it, but it’s a delightful addition.
- An immaculate survivor of its kind: For a vehicle over three decades old, finding one with only 17,700 miles is akin to discovering a pristine cassette tape in a vintage stereo—remarkably intact. The clean Washington state title and the absence of rust underscore its preserved condition, making it an even more enticing proposition for collectors. Just a minor cosmetic niggle with roof trim, but really, who’s nitpicking when the AC blows cold and the rear seat's like a cozy couch?
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