These are popular in Australia thanks to their off-road capability and versatility. Not uncommon to see quite a few of these as private imports used for camping, off-roading and long distance travel.
What happen to Lets Drive Japan? I remember you guys said you wanted to do a lot with that channel. I liked the questions and answers you did on your vlog while driving so much more. That was much more informative and helpful. I know you're busy and I'm not trying to say you should start up a vlog again, but more like a video on a Q/A. May be fitting it in after one of your auto reviews like this one. Even if it's 5 questions, it helps us a lot. Lets Drive Japan seems even more work than your vlog. Bring the Q/A back. Lol!
Hey thanks! That cleared things up, but Derek's Q/A was still more informative and helpful than Let's Drive Japan. I remember he explained that his personal vlog was too much for his busy schedule. I would think Let's Drive Japan would be too much for that as well and probably take even more time. The vlogging was basically just answering questions. Oh well. Derek if you're reading this do a Q/A even if it's just 3 questions or have someone do it. Thanks for all the videos still!
Sweet looking van. By the time this generation Mitsubishi Delica came along, the Mitsubishi van had long been discontinued from the USA market. I don't know why. I became rather fond of the boxy Japanese minivan. :)
I like what Mitsubishi's engineers accomplished, but the company's marketing and management decisions are a complete mystery. Dodge is making millions selling Jeeps, Mitsu didn't sell the Pajero or the Delica? They did make left hand drive versions for Europe and elsewhere, why not sell them in NA? Car companies can't make money if they refuse to sell their vehicles... sigh.
The problem with the "flashing lights" on the 4WD indicator on the dash is most likely the vacuum solenoid (part number MB937731). I know because I just corrected this problem on my Delica Space Gear (PD6W) last week. The solenoid is under the fuse box in the engine bay, left hand side. You can see the yellow-marked tube and the blue-marked tube leading into it. I was in a rush and didn't feel like fixing it myself, so took it into my dealership, Mitusbishi Meguro, and they replaced it for about 15,000 yen. One thing to note, the 4WD shifter on the floor is mechanical, not electrical. The position you have the stick in is the what the vehicle is driving in, no matter what your dashboard indicator says. However, having the dashboard indicator flashing at you while driving is a real pain, so that's why I got the solenoid replaced to get rid of it. Your CD lock is flashing in the video because you switched it over while stationary. Drive a few meters and it will stay solid.
Also, the vehicle will not pass the mandatory two-year inspection (known as "shaken" here in Japan) if there are any flashing lights or error codes on the dashboard. I know this because I did my "shaken" last week as well.
I entered my L-400 at the Chipman Alberta car crafters show on June 4th. Everybody thought I had customized a minivan by making it 4wd and a diesel ! The only customizing I did was a Centre Console made of Mahogany that houses an Auxiliary Battery ! Very few L-400's and L-300's in OILberta and I have never understood why ! June 10th and 11th is History Road at Reynolds in Wetaskiwin. Reynolds has this show every year and I have NEVER seen a Delica on display.
Out of curiosity, are diesels "punished" in japan in someway compared to gasoline cars? In finland you have to pay motive power tax that is depending of the car around 400-800 euros (i guess about same in dollars) per year unless you register your car as van when it drasticly drops.
Diesels are generally cheaper to run here and taxes are probably about the same but you can't register them in the Kantou area (Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki). To register a diesel in this area, it needs to fit really strict emissions requirements... the kind that would make VW cry.
I'm certain about that. Most of them have been exported overseas by now. Many of them have been sent here to the Philippines during the 2000s, and other places for sure.
I sometimes wonder if there are savvy exporters in Japan who bought them up, stored them in warehouses for 10+ years waiting for the Canadian and USA markets to open up (15yr / 25 yr time delay due to protectionism), then sell them at auction. One TH-cam video I saw mentioned that as you drive eastward from Europe, you will see more and more Delicas. From Kazakhstan, Lituania, etc. east. On TH-cam there are many videos of Delicas in Russian and some of the parts lists and tech manuals for the vans are available in Russian.
JDM Boys? That sounded very disturbing! :o It is indeed a very good looking Delica! This Delica reminds me of Robotech/Gundam: the captain chairs, the automatic sunroofs (opening as bay doors) and the name "Space Gear". What a 90s throwback! :)
The drivetrain flashing indicators sometimes go away after driving a few feet, I think it just takes a bit of time for all the gears to register their state. (I have a 1994 PF8W Royal Exceed, ref. drive.google.com/open?id=0B0r7PF5G10XeeWZBWmxPRlE4RkE ) Mine has the karaoke machine but no monitor, the CD changer under the passenger seat isn't working right now (I hope I can fix it), no curtains, had no OEM ladder but I bought one and installed it myself, no ECS shocks but it is possible to buy some on the Japanese Yahoo site. The van is so comfortable for passengers, some of them fall asleep within an hour's drive every time... and I'm not sure but the seats feel like they're made of suede (?!) super soft -- how is one supposed to clean suede seats. Anyway I love the van. Lots of torque (I drove up a 40 degree angle hill once) but don't drive at 130+ kph / 80 mph with it, ensure that the 3 belts are all securely in place. That inclinometer ball often doesn't work when people get the vans because the liquid inside them gels or drained out over time, but it can be fixed. Many just replace them with gauges they hook up to the engine. Anyway love this review! Fun to see the JAOS aftermarket components.
PacificCoastAuto thanks. I bought it through Amazing Auto Imports in BC, then had it shipped to Nova Scotia by train. I don't understand why Mitsu didn't bother selling Delicas and Pajeros in Canada, people are stuck having to buy jeeps instead. There must not be many Royal Exceeds left. Mine comes from Tokyo Plaza in Chiba prefecture, that's where the Mitsu HQ showroom is. Strangely my VIN is a weird round number, PF8W_001500. Anyway, glad to see you responded, you do good work.
it really isn't hard to get used to at all. Only issues are left turns are harder and passing is tough to see. If you're a good driver you'll have no issues
CarPhonix CarAudio it's up to the owner of the to decide if they want to make their car video public, most of the time the owner don't want the video to be made public, Derek also buys cars for other car dealers in Japan, in those cases the dealership never let the videos made public
These are popular in Australia thanks to their off-road capability and versatility. Not uncommon to see quite a few of these as private imports used for camping, off-roading and long distance travel.
A 1994 Delica. Not to be confused with a 1994 Celica, the greatest car ever made.
For me all the delica van are so cool! My dream van😍
EGR is a company that makes aftermarket wind deflectors/visors for a bunch of different model cars. Kinda like VentiVisors here in the USA.
What happen to Lets Drive Japan? I remember you guys said you wanted to do a lot with that channel. I liked the questions and answers you did on your vlog while driving so much more. That was much more informative and helpful. I know you're busy and I'm not trying to say you should start up a vlog again, but more like a video on a Q/A. May be fitting it in after one of your auto reviews like this one. Even if it's 5 questions, it helps us a lot. Lets Drive Japan seems even more work than your vlog. Bring the Q/A back. Lol!
Watch the Pacific Coast Auto / Let's Drive Japan - Update Video. It is all explained in there.
Hey thanks! That cleared things up, but Derek's Q/A was still more informative and helpful than Let's Drive Japan. I remember he explained that his personal vlog was too much for his busy schedule. I would think Let's Drive Japan would be too much for that as well and probably take even more time. The vlogging was basically just answering questions. Oh well. Derek if you're reading this do a Q/A even if it's just 3 questions or have someone do it. Thanks for all the videos still!
i've never seen inside the cabin of one of these, it's not as ugly as i thought it would be, actually looks not too bad to drive around in.
@14:20 Front axle lights. This shows that you are in 2wd . As soon as you start moving those lights will go off. My '97 L-400 does this.
I can't put my finger on it exactly but this particular Delica is really vibing with me
I'd buy one just to play with those rear sunroof shades all day, really cool people carrier.
Надежное авто,если следить за состоянием- прослужит долго)
Eye-spy a Mazdaspeed AZ-1. I'd love to see a video on that.
Coming next week.
Let's hope the buyer has given permission then! ;)
PacificCoastAuto Yesssss! Thanks Derek.
That buyer has had about 20 of his imports on ourTH-cam channel. I have a feeling this one will be no different.
PacificCoastAuto can't wait, autozam review is going to be great.
i really liked the way you reviewed the auction sheet, as I have obviously no clue what it says =|
nice videos and cars!
Sweet looking van. By the time this generation Mitsubishi Delica came along, the Mitsubishi van had long been discontinued from the USA market. I don't know why. I became rather fond of the boxy Japanese minivan. :)
I like what Mitsubishi's engineers accomplished, but the company's marketing and management decisions are a complete mystery. Dodge is making millions selling Jeeps, Mitsu didn't sell the Pajero or the Delica? They did make left hand drive versions for Europe and elsewhere, why not sell them in NA? Car companies can't make money if they refuse to sell their vehicles... sigh.
I agree. One thing I've never liked was the lack of a turbo diesel engine option.
The problem with the "flashing lights" on the 4WD indicator on the dash is most likely the vacuum solenoid (part number MB937731). I know because I just corrected this problem on my Delica Space Gear (PD6W) last week. The solenoid is under the fuse box in the engine bay, left hand side. You can see the yellow-marked tube and the blue-marked tube leading into it. I was in a rush and didn't feel like fixing it myself, so took it into my dealership, Mitusbishi Meguro, and they replaced it for about 15,000 yen.
One thing to note, the 4WD shifter on the floor is mechanical, not electrical. The position you have the stick in is the what the vehicle is driving in, no matter what your dashboard indicator says. However, having the dashboard indicator flashing at you while driving is a real pain, so that's why I got the solenoid replaced to get rid of it. Your CD lock is flashing in the video because you switched it over while stationary. Drive a few meters and it will stay solid.
Also, the vehicle will not pass the mandatory two-year inspection (known as "shaken" here in Japan) if there are any flashing lights or error codes on the dashboard. I know this because I did my "shaken" last week as well.
hi what size or part is the headlight bulb for 1994 l400 delica? thanks
I love those japanese vans
Nice shout out for puma socks
Hey, just saw you on the MotiveDVD video!
Am I famous yet?
I entered my L-400 at the Chipman Alberta car crafters show on June 4th. Everybody thought I had customized a minivan by making it 4wd and a diesel ! The only customizing I did was a Centre Console made of Mahogany that houses an Auxiliary Battery ! Very few L-400's and L-300's in OILberta and I have never understood why !
June 10th and 11th is History Road at Reynolds in Wetaskiwin. Reynolds has this show every year and I have NEVER seen a Delica on display.
As long as you can tow a car to the track in these I will absolutely get one.
No, you can't.
I'll come buy to take delivery of the car this week! where are you located again?
What is the stock ground clearance?
Can I find Delica Space Gear with a left side steering wheel? Thank's!
Gorgeous van
Does anyone know the name of the rims on this beast? They look great!
Out of curiosity, are diesels "punished" in japan in someway compared to gasoline cars? In finland you have to pay motive power tax that is depending of the car around 400-800 euros (i guess about same in dollars) per year unless you register your car as van when it drasticly drops.
Diesels are generally cheaper to run here and taxes are probably about the same but you can't register them in the Kantou area (Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki). To register a diesel in this area, it needs to fit really strict emissions requirements... the kind that would make VW cry.
Derek, did you ever buy any Nissan Elgrands?
Did the l400 ever get dual sliding doors?
Not that I know of
Yup they did, at least the Euro export models. AFAIK none of the JDM ones (I drive a '97 - last of this type JDM in France on UK plates)
Where did you find my mom and dads minivan
Good day! Tell me what kind of car is a yellow one back?
It's Toyota bB open deck
What is the model code for this car/van
That can't be that many left in Japan now?
I'm certain about that. Most of them have been exported overseas by now. Many of them have been sent here to the Philippines during the 2000s, and other places for sure.
I sometimes wonder if there are savvy exporters in Japan who bought them up, stored them in warehouses for 10+ years waiting for the Canadian and USA markets to open up (15yr / 25 yr time delay due to protectionism), then sell them at auction. One TH-cam video I saw mentioned that as you drive eastward from Europe, you will see more and more Delicas. From Kazakhstan, Lituania, etc. east. On TH-cam there are many videos of Delicas in Russian and some of the parts lists and tech manuals for the vans are available in Russian.
Still plenty on the roads of Nigata
saw a bunch of these bad boys reconditioned when I went to bangladesh.
JDM Tree made the cut !
im very interested in the red car next to the R32GTR
JDM Boys? That sounded very disturbing! :o
It is indeed a very good looking Delica! This Delica reminds me of Robotech/Gundam: the captain chairs, the automatic sunroofs (opening as bay doors) and the name "Space Gear". What a 90s throwback! :)
That means you made it to the end. You deserve a medal.
I deserve the medal. But for what? Making it to the end or listening to a disturbing remark? ;) :D
banpeinet it's only disturbing for you weirdo
Let's say I just have a healthy imagination. Hence the winky smiley... ;)
can you even import these into British Columbia in the year 2018/19????
Yes
And you'll film tha RX-7?
omg i luv this car!!!1 i wonder if there are some cars on the european market.. in germany its hard to find cars like this and kei cars..
They do exist in Euro form, but easier to find the Hyundai Clone H1
You can find them easily in the UK
How much?
I love Japanglish
I live in Canada, can you bring me one of those?
Pushes Delica out of the way....RX7!!!!
cute van
so nice
2.8 turbo diesel CUMMINS ILLUMINATI CONSPIRACY. HEADLINES READ: DID THEY JUST STEAL THE DESIGN FROM 90'S JAPAN? MORE AT 11
180 or 240?
pretty sure that would be a 180sx as the 240 is an American-only model
WANT!
usually i dont get it whats so special bout these mitsubishis, but this one is different.
Thanks for the comment.
These grow on you. Be careful
They have what other 'minivans' don't have !
Cool :)
Is your mic really sensitive, or are the mosquitoes over there really that loud?
I just bought a 2002 for £1000
The drivetrain flashing indicators sometimes go away after driving a few feet, I think it just takes a bit of time for all the gears to register their state. (I have a 1994 PF8W Royal Exceed, ref. drive.google.com/open?id=0B0r7PF5G10XeeWZBWmxPRlE4RkE ) Mine has the karaoke machine but no monitor, the CD changer under the passenger seat isn't working right now (I hope I can fix it), no curtains, had no OEM ladder but I bought one and installed it myself, no ECS shocks but it is possible to buy some on the Japanese Yahoo site. The van is so comfortable for passengers, some of them fall asleep within an hour's drive every time... and I'm not sure but the seats feel like they're made of suede (?!) super soft -- how is one supposed to clean suede seats. Anyway I love the van. Lots of torque (I drove up a 40 degree angle hill once) but don't drive at 130+ kph / 80 mph with it, ensure that the 3 belts are all securely in place. That inclinometer ball often doesn't work when people get the vans because the liquid inside them gels or drained out over time, but it can be fixed. Many just replace them with gauges they hook up to the engine. Anyway love this review! Fun to see the JAOS aftermarket components.
I LOVE the Royal Exceed. You are a lucky man to find one.
PacificCoastAuto thanks. I bought it through Amazing Auto Imports in BC, then had it shipped to Nova Scotia by train. I don't understand why Mitsu didn't bother selling Delicas and Pajeros in Canada, people are stuck having to buy jeeps instead. There must not be many Royal Exceeds left. Mine comes from Tokyo Plaza in Chiba prefecture, that's where the Mitsu HQ showroom is. Strangely my VIN is a weird round number, PF8W_001500. Anyway, glad to see you responded, you do good work.
Patrice Boivin Thumbs up for NS!
EF7 and a PP1 I know of six Delicas in Halifax area now. We are way behind BC but we are accosted in parking lots about our vans.
How many cars does this guy need lol
HondaCivicMasterYT I like wagons?
Yes, but it's right hand drive. It's going to suck driving it on Canadian roads unless you're a mail carrier.
it really isn't hard to get used to at all. Only issues are left turns are harder and passing is tough to see. If you're a good driver you'll have no issues
hasn't been smoked in but two cig burns on the carpet...ya. ok pal
Pimping out a minivan, the epitome of uncool.
I want it, plz b0ss find me one..
He bought one for you but you won't answer emails. He needs to know where to send it
Mitsis are always such low quality vehicles. Better off with a toyota or nissan. Both are built to last a lot longer!
$$$$ dólar
What a shit box!
Delicas are sooooooooooo boring..... ugh your parking lot is full of awesome JDM goodies and your over here filming a delica.........
Thanks for your support.
lol
PacificCoastAuto don't care about the delica haters.Keep up the videos dude! What are the import charges to Ksa? Saudi Arabia
CarPhonix CarAudio it's up to the owner of the to decide if they want to make their car video public, most of the time the owner don't want the video to be made public, Derek also buys cars for other car dealers in Japan, in those cases the dealership never let the videos made public
Red Phoenix who da hell u talkin' to fuccboi?
this thing is the ugliest vehicle ive ever seen.
Rebuttal
i.dmarge.com/2015/06/car_photo_221164.jpg
But still awesome