WATTSHIP Kei Guide

Suzuki Carry DA62T

The K6A-powered DA62T is the smoother, more refined successor to the DD51T. Better highway manners, a slightly larger cabin, and broader US eligibility starting from 2024.

1999–2002 truck 350 kg payload

Pricing Intel

JPY Auction

¥280,000 – ¥900,000

mid ¥520,000

US Resale

$7,000 – $15,000

mid $10,500

AU Resale

A$7,500 – A$17,000

mid A$11,500

Indicative ranges from 2024–2025 data. Auction prices may shift ±20% quarterly.

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Legality

🇺🇸 United States ✓ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom ✓ 🇦🇺 Australia ✓ 🇳🇿 New Zealand ✓ 🇨🇦 Canada ✓ 🇦🇪 UAE ✓ 🇰🇪 Kenya ✗

US eligible

2024

Canada eligible

2014

AU SEVS

listed

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Buyer's Guide

Best Years

200020012002

Common Issues

•K6A timing chain rattle on neglected examples
•EGR valve carbon build-up on later units
•Heater core leaks on 2001+ examples

What to Inspect

•Listen for timing chain rattle on cold start
•Check 4WD engagement and rear diff operation
•Verify heater function and cabin floor for moisture

Baseline Service at Import

✓Full fluid service
✓Spark plugs and ignition coils inspection
✓Brake service and ABS sensor check

Prefecture Rust Risk

Units from these prefectures see heavier salt exposure and freeze-thaw cycles: hokkaido, tohoku, niigata, toyama. Ask your exporter for the auction-sheet prefecture before bidding.

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