Fitting that Robert crams himself into a tiny Japanese car by making himself into origami.

One clarification, the horsepower limit wasn't a legal requirement like all the rest are. It was simply a gentleman's agreement between manufacturers like they did with their sports cars around the same time

I enjoy when you don't end your analogies early.

Oh-my-word! I just about lost my dinner through my nose when he Rob said he was "too big to fit inside" 30 seconds before the video ended, too funny!

You don't need storage in an AZ-1. That's what your pants pockets are for. I love AZ-1's to bits.

Wow, when you stand next to it, it's really apparent how small it is. Tiny is an understatement.

0:29 was wondering how you were gonna fit 63 horses in that box

If your car is light enough, 63hp feels like a lot more. And yeah, I am over 6.5 (2m), and I don't even fit in a current gen Mazda MX-5. Which is a lot bigger than this. Thanks for taking the pain to show us, Robert.

If these cars were less hideously expensive and rare, I would totally have one. For now I'll just settle for my Geo Metro Convertible, though. The relationship analogy made me laugh! As always you have a real comedic talent for these things

I guess the tall height allowance on _kei_ cars makes sense, since unlike length and width, if your car isn't as tall as the other vehicles around it, that doesn't free up space that anything else could be using. It does make for some pretty wacky-looking vehicles, though.

Jay Leno did an episode on one of these a few years back. The very knowledgeable owner is an automotive engineer who worked for a while in Japan and drove (and raced!) it there, then imported it here once it turned 25 and could be legally imported. Well worth watching.

When I saw the title I assumed Autozam was an obscure Eastern Bloc manufacturer I'd never heard of. Instead it's an obscure Japanese manufacturer I'd never heard of!

I was waiting for 63 horses to appear during the introduction. Will you and Technology Connections go on a long road trip together in the AZ-1? It's actually a beautiful car.

Benefits of being short: A mate imported one from Japan, I had the chance to give it a go. It's tons of fun and despite being pretty heavy, I fit perfectly.

How you fit completely depends on the proportions of your body. I'm 6'4" and own an AZ-1. I purchased it in Japan where it was my only car for over a year. I've since moved back to the US and brought it with me, and while it's not my primary vehicle, I still absolutely love driving it whenever I get the chance.

Proud that you pronounced "Kei" right, most youtubers will say it like how we pronounce "Key" and that just razzles my jimmies

This is an absolute gem from a time when Japan was pumping out absolutel excellence!

I think that this is the perfect car. For someone shorter and smaller of course, but yeah, there's never enough cheap insurable two-door sports cars that look cool.

I'm also 6'2'' and I have a Honda Beat. I fit pretty tight but a quick release steering wheel made it way nicer to get in and out of. Visablity is great too, I have a hard top and no issues with head room. You should try to get your hands on one to take for a drive.

This thing makes my Miata look like an 18-wheeler

I've dreamed of owning an AZ-1 ever since Gran Turismo 5's release, it was just so _cool_ in that game. Very bad, but _so cool._ I wouldn't have trouble fitting in one, but they are just way too expensive, so I'll probably never realize my dream, but at least I can still drive it in GT5.

Finally, a car less practical than my Toyota MR2 Spyder.

Another great video Rob. Perhaps Jacob will allow you to make a follow-up after he's worked on it.

AT 6'4, I have the same issue with leg fitment. Honda's always built for the home market, then buffed it out but 6'4 cuts a great deal of small cars out of the realm of enjoyability. Now I did have a 72 Toyota once that fit me just fine. Some of the older Toyota's, especially the 70's are some seriously nice cars for the era.

Love my AZ-1. Its literally narrower than my kart. Its comical to drive around and has so much character.

That shop wall is so bright now, I need to wear sunglasses.

Your videos always make my day. Thanks for the laughs and the education. Always look forward to more content from you.

Pleaseeeee bring these back! Fell in love with your channel when this content was more “regular” I understand it’s limited and such so I appreciate the effort of these! Love it, can’t wait to see the bus too!

There's something so wonderfully appealing about tiny cars that look like a few guys could pick it up and throw it over a fence. Even though I'm sure it's too heavy for that it's still an adorably tiny car.

Gotta love an old school Aging Wheels car review.

Suzuki engines are clearly the best. Their reliablity and stirdiness have become a meme in my country over the years

I would LOVE to have one of those. It's like a street-legal go-kart.

I once had a Honda 650 Station Wagon. I'm 6'4" and 185 (at the time), so I feel your pain. I do enjoy your videos, so keep them coming.

Your laughter is sodding well contagious

I guess that's one benefit to being short, I never have legroom issues in smaller cars and fit on the backseats of most cramped cars because the back of my knees usually hug the seats I would love one of these if I could find one, there are plenty of imported JDM cars in europe but I haven't seen one of these (of course they are hideously rare so I doubt the price would be in my price range anyway)

Oh yes 👌 More Kei car goodness please 🙂 Aussie mechanic here, who used to work for a Mazda dealership in the 90s...always wanted an AZ-1

I had a Daihatsu Cuore (Mira), which is also a Kei car. I am 1,89 m tall. It was perfectly comfortable and I even could sit in the back. Very well thought out car.

I wish it was easy to make a kei car road legal in CA, I totally want one of the small trucks. The Vans are super cool too.

I feel your (leg) pain! I'm 6ft 6 and have owned several stupidly cramped cars including 2 Reliant Robins, a Toyota MR2, mk2 Fiesta and 1964 Wolseley 1500! I actually had to wedge a piece of foam between my right knee and the Reliant door release and had to release the handbrake on the MR2 before trying to get in as it would impale my left leg! It takes a certain skill to fold into a car built for people considerably smaller and press the correct pedals at the correct time. 🤣 Another great review!

Cool little car (emphasis on the "little")! I wouldn't even try to get inside the AZ-1, as I cannot fit into a Miata (6'4"). As always, your sense of humor shines through. More videos, please!

Yes, thank you Jacob for the loaner and allows us to THOROUGHLY enjoy another great video full of humor and quip from Robert! Fun times all around! More quotes than any iconic 80s movie! :)

I love seeing how much fun you're having with this car. Good for you!

Really enjoy your quirky car reviews. Great job, Robert!

Glad to see a video on this. Excited to watch. Love your content! :)

I recently discovered this channel through the algorithm and instantly subscribed. I'm having a great time going through all the videos now, what a nice early Christmas gift! Cheers!

Love your videos man, your collection is eclectic and you’re hilarious

As a fan of Kei cars this thing is amazing and adorable, your presentation of it just added to the utter delight this video is.

I've always loved these things and wanted to drive one. Now the circle is complete and it's been reviewed on my favorite weird car channel. Thanks!

If anything, I'd go for the Suzuki Cappuccino. That modular convertible top plus the fact that you could probably fit better in it with the top on and being front engine RWD, makes it a traditional sports car.

As a 5’6” manlet I now want one, It is the ideal thing for me

Whenever I hear the term Kei car I immediately think of the Dodge Aries from the 80s. Do keep up the fantastic content!

I used to drive a Autozam Carol in Japan. It was a cute, almost beetle-esque car. My company leased out Daihatsu Mira's to most, but they had a few Carols. It was a pretty cute car, and the steering was definitely not assisted. Thanks for bringing back some memories. I hope, one day, you can get your hands on a Copen.

The first time I saw one I've wanted one ever since, and being 5'4" it looks to be a prefect fit for me, and that looks so much better than a Smart,

NICE ANALOGY! We all appreciate you putting yourself through so much leg pain just for us.

Love your channel. So fitting that you reviewed this today. I just put a deposit down on a MazdaSpeed version last week. 💙

I'm so happy you did a review on the Autozam AZ-1, Robert. I own one myself and I love it to bits.

So cool seeing you in DC!

I love that the pre-roll ad I got was a car ad that opened with how spacious the car in question is. Sometimes ads manage to not suck much.

Thanks for the great video Robert!!!....I love those little cars and I probably wouldn't fit in that one either ( I'm 6'2 also ) ...as always, looking forward to more !

Personally I'm more of a Suzuki Cappuccino or Honda Beat fan, but I will admit that the AZ-1 is an awesome looking little car! Also the fact that I'm 5' 8" makes it nice to know that if I ever get the chance to drive one, I know I'll fit!

dude i never expected you to review this car! this is awesome!

One of the few cars that makes my NA Miata feel like an oversized boat. We get a whole trunk. It fits a few groceries AND a spare tire. Extravagant.

HA! The image @ 3:00 is hilarious. "Is he standing on a box? NO. The car is just that small."

He doesn't get into the car, he puts it on like a piece of clothing. 🤣 I am about the maximum legal height for a Key car, and I felt the same as you did there when I tried to get into the passenger seat of a friend's Celica. 😅

That's an absolutely ADORABLE shoe... I mean teeny-tiny car. I always wanted a gokart! And this makes all the right sounds. I wish kei cars were a thing in Europe...

These things are so cool. I wish we had small cars in the U.S. instead of huge trucks and crossovers.

I'm impressed you got all the keijidousha stuff correct, well done!

This reminds me that in the 1970's in Australia one could buy a tiny Mini-engined (transverse rear-engined) Gull-winged door sports car called a "Pellandini" My mate owned one, and offered me a drive, but at 6'4" I could NOT shut the door ! Always regretted that !

I love small cars - wish more could find their way over to our shores!

Fun fact the spare tire was moved to the the shelf in the back from the space in front due to cabin intrusion in front end collisions so you don't even get the shelf

Like seeing a man enjoying himself, no matter how cramped it is. Keep up the great work.

2:57-3:00 seeing Robert stand behind this car makes it look like one of those cars sold for kids at your local Walmart. But boy does it look fun to drive. If you can fit inside.

Thank you so much for covering this car. It's my dream car and I don't have enough information about whether or not I should get one. Also, I'm tiny. So it's perfect.

Omg I'm so jealous!!! The other half actually wants one super bad and I want one to busa swap

2:56 this shot broke me. It really brought home the context. It looks like a weird camera trick or something

I'm 6'3", and my old 99 Camry (daughter's car now) hurt my right ankle and my legs on sustained driving. After switching to my RX300, I rarely have the ankle pain that I did with the Camry. It's especially noticeable when I drive her car now. I never realized how too big I was for it.

I was having a shitty day, until I saw a notification that my favorite mad man had released a video. Now im happy.

This is a very beautiful vehicle. Amazing video!

My dream car to have. Have been wanting to buy one ever since I used one to race in Gran Turismo as a child. But getting one in our to Europe is expensive.

I'm under 5'5" - I could reeeaally get to love a car like this

That is the coolest gokart I've ever seen.

Seems like a very cool little car. If I had one, I would just restore it and keep it running.

Yess another aging wheels video!

I’ve just bought a Honda CRX Del Sol two day’s ago and its a similar problem to get in because its compact and very very low! (1250mm to be precise which makes it exactly half a meter smaller than me) To be fair i wear a prosthetic leg which is also stiff so yeahhh doesn’t make it any easier… I’m currently thinking about a detachable steering wheel or just removing my foot every time I have to get in. But in return you get a really nice driving experience and due to its lack of weight, pretty good performance! Can’t wait for Wednesday when we pick it up!

A can't remember having laughed so hard, for quite a while. Amazingly amusing video, well done. 🙂

Sweet ride. Much smaller than my MG Midget! Get a pile of these and start a race series, it would be a blast.

never have i wanted to be shorter than i did watching your videos about these small cars.

I've literally always wanted one of these

I remember visiting Kyoto and saw a regular Audi navigating one of the side streets and the thing was nearly scraping the opposite buildings with its width.

I’ve owned a smart roadster which is very similar in size…the best fun driving experience I’ve had.

I was trying to talk my way into one of these not too long ago! Glad I can live my tall life vicariously through your leg pain instead

The Kei cars are great fun, especially the pickups. I've never seen one with gullwing doors before. I now Need one.!!!

Great review style. You leave me giggleing, which is something I don't typically do... ever.

Awesome as always Robert. Favourite youtuber in one of my favourite cars :)

Between the miniature windows and the gullwing doors, this must be FUN at the toll booth.

We had the blinker/indicator on the right in the UK until the 80s in most cars, and the 90s in some. It was predominantly LHD European manufacturers being lazy that led to it being on the other side. The Japanese manufacturers stuck with it for the longest - my 1997 UK spec MX-5 still has right hand indicators.

Cappuccino driver here. Kei sports cars are a ton of fun albeit terrifying on a road full of huge cars at times. Fun fact, that spare tire was moved because it was flying into the passenger compartment in early crash tests. And yeah none of us look cool getting out of these things. Cappu, Beat, AZ-1, we all look dumb as hell clambering out.

Here in the UK we used to have our indicators (mostly) on the right of the column because of the gear lever being on the left but as more and more European cars came in and gear levers moved to the floor, we seemed to copy them. The exception was my Renault 16 with its indicators on the right because, you guessed it, the gear lever was on the left...

If you slightly over-inflate the tires, does it exceed the dimensional limits? Neat little quirky car, as a daily commuter it would be fun. I can say that since I'm "only" about 5-foot 10-inches tall. And my hair brushed the headliner of a DeLorean DMC-12 when I got to sit in one at an auto show (pre _Back To The Future_ ).

I daily drive a honda acty and Ill say, there is a lot of stuff that is common practice. The 3ccs off thing? Some brands only do 2ccs. My acty reaches peak hp at 5300pms and I wouldnt be surprised if I shift at 7500 (i have no tach). 63hp sounds heavenly compared to my 43 (39?. I have heard many things for my 92). The only interior storage I have in my truck is a small glove box, a shelf below it, a pocket under the passenger seat, and a slot in the driver door (i dont count the coin hole and the ashtray). I do have to say, at 5'7"/169cm (i dont round in metric lol), my truck is a lot easier to live with. In my facebook groups, a bigger point of conversation is how to make them 6'+/183cm+ friendlier. A fun fact you didnt mention about kei vehicles: it is illegal to drive one above 87mph/140kph (if youd dare get one that fast). I hop you can try another kei vehicle. I love them so.