Mini-Pickup in USA

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  1. Again_Dejavu

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    So I've been considering what kind of car to purchase, and I just fell in love with the concept of a very small pickup truck. However, it seems that those types of small cars aren't legal to drive on highways etc. Anyone know what's the smallest I could get and still drive on a highway?
     
  2. Autofan

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    When you say small pickup do you mean like a Chevy S10/Ford Ranger or something different?
     
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  4. Autofan

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    It depends on what state you live in. Also is there a dealer near you or would you be importing it?
     
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    NJ, so I'd probably have to import it, if it was even feasible. I'll look into those cars you mention too, though.
     
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    There are some dealers of these things in the USA. Can't find any in NJ tho. You can buy one in the USA from a dealer, however you can only license it in some states. If you live on a farm or large section of land you could drive it there if you can't get it street legal. You could also trailer it to an off-road park and drive it there. They are cool, I want one. :D

    Heres a dealer in the US: http://www.xtrememinitrucks.com/index.php
     
  7. Again_Dejavu

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    Perhaps a three wheeled vehicle? Those can be counted as motorcycles, right?
     
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    "Three-wheel vehicles are titled according to the Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO). If the MCO indicates that the vehicle is a passenger car, then the BMV would title and register it as such."

    Usually thats how it is.
     
  9. graysonk95

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    I was on a mini-truck kick for a while. From what I understand they're like $10,000 if you buy within the country and are basically not legal on most public roads since their top speed is 45mph I believe.
    Mini trucks here are mainly used by companies with large compounds; it allows their employees to get around quickly and more comfortably than a golf cart. I almost pounced on buying one at a farm equipment auction, but it was in rough shape.

    Off the top of my head, SMART cars, the Mini Cooper, and the Fiat 500 are all common small cars I see around here.

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