A 1990 Suzuki Alto Works hot hatch is currently listed on Bring a Trailer, offering a slice of Japan's kei performance history.
This second-generation example is powered by a turbocharged and intercooled 657 cc F6A SOHC three-cylinder engine, producing 61 hp (62 PS) according to the auction listing.
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Power is sent to the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
The Alto Works arrived in the late 1980s when Japanese automakers focused on extracting maximum excitement from minimal displacement.
With dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder, a turbocharger, intercooler, sport suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes, it was far from a typical economy car.
This particular car shows 89,000 km (55,000 miles) on the odometer.
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It retains much of its original equipment, including 13-inch wheels, a hood scoop, and two-tone paint. Some wear is visible, consistent with a 36-year-old vehicle.
Interior and Maintenance
The cabin features simple gray plastic and hand-crank windows, but sports seats and an aftermarket wood-rim steering wheel add character.
A January 2026 service included fresh fluids, new spark plugs, a distributor cap, and a rotor, preparing the car for its next owner.
The Alto Works was previously sold in the US in 2016, and this listing gives another American buyer the chance to own this cult favorite.
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Kei cars like the Alto Works and its rival, the Daihatsu Mira TR-XX, are known for being fun to drive without attracting unwanted attention.
