This 1991 Honda Beat was imported from Japan by the selling dealer in May. This car was built in April 1991 and has 76k kilometers (~47k miles). These Pininfarina-designed, mid-engined kei cars feature a high-revving 660cc engine, 5-speed manual transmission, and rear wheel drive. This example is mostly stock with a Momo steering wheel and shift knob, modified handbrake lever, and aftermarket pedal covers. This Beat just received an oil change, and is now offered at no reserve in Rhode Island with a clean Texas title.

The body and Festival Red paint appear to be in nice condition throughout, with no evidence of accidents or rust according to the seller. The original Honda Beat design came from Pininfarina, who then sold the plans to Honda. It was reportedly the last car approved for production by Soichiro Honda.

The original fabric soft top is noted to be worn with small tears near the bottom, some pulled stitching, and a cloudy rear window. The seller reports the top remains fully functional and water tight.

This Beat sits well on optional factory phone-dial 13″ front and 14″ rear wheels in good condition. They are wrapped in 155/65 front and 165/60 rear Bridgestone tires.

Inside, a Momo steering wheel and shift knob have been fitted along with aftermarket pedal covers and a modified emergency brake handle. All instrumentation, gauges, and lighting are said to be in working condition including cold A/C.

The dashboard has five holes on the passenger-side where the previous owner had a GPS system mounted. The original GATHERS audio system is operational, but was built for Japanese frequencies and is missing a preset button.

Door panels and carpeting are noted to be in good shape. The factory zebra print “open air motoring” floor mats are included and detailed in the photo gallery with the driver’s mat showing wear.

The driver’s seat has tears in the outside bolster and upper thigh support.

Mechanically, this Beat retains its factory E07A 660cc engine and 5-speed manual transmission. The seller says the car starts easily and runs well with throaty sounds thanks to the MTREC system. The oil was recently changed and all fluids were checked.

The gearbox is said to shift smoothly with positive clutch feel. Steering is said to be responsive, while the suspension is reportedly tight and free of squeaks or rattles.

This low-mileage Beat looks to be a good driver with strong mechanicals and a few cosmetic needs. With a mid-engine, rear wheel drive layout and low curb weight, this car should provide the new owner with plenty of fun. The seller can provide free delivery of the vehicle within 100 miles of Providence, RI.