Highlights

Indicates just 70,809 miles which is supported by the MOT history
In current ownership since 1999
Just three former keepers recorded by the DVLA
We’re informed that it has never failed an MOT test in the vendor’s ownership
Only used by the vendor in dry weather during the summer months

The Appeal

There’s something rather delightful about very small cars and we find the fun intensifies when the car in question is a two-seat roadster.

Built according to stringent Kei car regulations, the Suzuki Cappuccino is wonderfully compact in every way, without compromising on performance. With a plucky little three-cylinder, turbocharged twin-cam that drives the rear wheels via a slick five-speed manual gearbox, the Cappuccino promises to be an absolute riot on twisty B roads.

This 1994 example has clearly been cherished throughout its life. The current owner acquired it 24 years ago and it has been used very sparingly ever since, only being allowed out on dry days during the summer months.

An increasingly rare car in the UK, if you’ve always fancied one of these unusual little sports cars, this example offers an excellent opportunity.

The History and Paperwork

According to How Many Left, there are just 190 Cappuccinos licensed in the UK
Three previous owners
We’re informed that the last service was carried out in April 2022
V5C present
MOT valid until April 2023
Original book pack present
Two sets of keys
Collection of old MOT certificates
Was SORN between 01/10/2010 - 30/09/2011
Numerous specialist service stamps in the service book from when the car was new until 2002, at which point the next stamp was the aforementioned April 2022 service

The Interior

Very little wear to the black upholstery
Comfortable seats with little in the way of damage
The carpeting presents very well with few signs of use
Momo steering wheel in very good condition
Sparco pedals
Tactile polished gear knob
Equipped with a Clarion CD stereo
The vendor informs us that all the buttons, switches and column stalks work correctly
The clips and seals for the roof panels are apparently in good order
The inside of the boot looks to be in good order
We’re informed the jack was stolen from the boot at some point but has been replaced with a non-standard item which needs to be operated with a ratchet spanner (not provided)
Overall, this is a very smart interior and it’s hard to believe that this car is now almost thirty years old

The Exterior

Aftermarket fifteen-spoke alloys really suit the car as they match the colour of the roof panels
The paint and bodywork remain very presentable
The vendor points out a couple of small dents to the aluminium wings on the nearside of the car but these are not especially noticeable from most angles
The body looks to be very straight and all the panels fit well
Underneath, all looks to be very smart with no obvious signs of corrosion
The vendor informs us that it is entirely rust free, benefiting from its life away from wet salty roads

The Mechanics

Turbocharged 657cc inline three DOHC
Five-speed manual gearbox
We’re informed that the car averages around 45 MPG
A new front suspension brace was apparently fitted in around 2006
An engine, gearbox and differential oil service was carried out in April 2022
At the same time as the oil service, we’re informed a new cam belt and air filter were fitted
We’re informed that the car drives very well with no faults to report
Vendor has various, now rare spares available at extra cost

Summary

If you enjoy the elegant engineering of Japanese Kei cars and love an open-top roadster, this Suzuki Cappuccino is most certainly the car for you.

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