The First Japanese Car Built in North America Is a Forgotten Isuzu Sedan
The very first Japanese car to be made across the Pacific rolled off a line in Nova Scotia, Canada. It was an Isuzu Bellett.
As the article states, it pre-dates the first Japanese car built in the US (1982 Honda Accord) by nearly 15 years. Sold in Canada and unavailable in the US, the Bellett was popular in Australia and the Japanese home market.
The Isuzu Bellett also has the incredible distinction of being the first Japanese car to carry the 'GT-R' badge.
The article also highlights a very sporty restomod which has some great looking lines and seems like a fun ride!
by I-Died-Yesterday