Having worked as a mechanic for 30 years, I've compiled a list of eleven cars designed to last a lifetime in Japan, ordered from cheapest to most expensive. They feature no turbos, chain-driven systems, and a design that ensures slow, controlled changes. Finally, I'll discuss three things you should consider before buying.


00:00 Mechanic's Self-Introduction
00:09 3 Million Yen Land Cruiser
00:37 11th Place: Suzuki Alto
01:19 10th Place: Suzuki Carry
02:05 9th Place: Honda Fit
02:58 8th Place: Toyota Probox
03:53 7th Place: Mazda Axela
04:47 6th Place: Toyota Prius
05:55 5th Place: Mazda CX-5
06:49 4th Place: Toyota Hiace
07:49 3rd Place: Suzuki Jimny
08:41 2nd Place: Land Cruiser 70
09:34 1st Place: Land Cruiser 100
10:37 Review of the 11 Cars
11:02 Three Rules and Homework Before Buying

Audio: VOICEVOX: Ryusei Aoyama https://voicevox.hiroshiba.jp/
The photos of the car and parts are real (Wikimedia Commons, CC). The footage of the mechanic is generated by AI.