That's cool. Never seen one of those before. Closest thing I've seen in the US (Ca at least) is the Rhino/Ranger/Pilot side-by-side ATV based rigs and the JD Gator type vehicles. That looks a bit bigger and more robust than either of those types of rigs, and about the size of an old FlatFender Jeep. I like the solid rear axle. Most of the SBS rigs are IRS now. What transmission and engine options are available with those? Wonder if we can get those in Ca. I see a license bracket setup on the front..............are those street legal in your state?
Mini Trucks are a separate class of vehicle in Japan. They come in various configurations, and all the Japanese manufacturers make a version (Toyotas are marketed under Daihatsu for mini trucks).
Anyways, there are many gray market importers of these trucks, mostly in the 4X4 version. Then you can add lift kits, camo, big tires, etc. Suzuki models are the easiest to modify into serious off road vehicles. I bought this truck for $4000, which is about the going rate for a moderately used 4X4. I have about $2000 into it. This one does not have AC or power steering, but many do. It does have heat, windshield washer, driver's airbag, nice stereo (I installed) shift on the fly 4WD, Hi-Lo. Almost all of them are 5 speed manual tranny. The engines are all regulated at 660cc, which with stock tires will get them up to 60 mph or so. The suzuki has a nice 3 cylinder fuel injection system, and the thing runs awesome.
There is a whole forum on mini trucks,
http://www.minitrucktalk.com/
You can def get one in Ca, but good luck getting it street legal. Some states allow them on the road. Out on my farm I slapped a orange triangle on the back, and I don't bring it into town.