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I've got a Perodua Nippa Y 2001 reg 847cc which obviously comes fitted with the 3cyl Daihatsu engine, i was just wondering how to identify which 'Daihatsu' the engine and running gear came from so its easier to get parts for it, as everytime I tell motor spares shops its a 'Perodua' they go quiet and put the phone down Also its only done 50 thou and its seems to use quite a lot of oil (No smoke, or not a HUGE amount, a small puff on start up), yet the head gasket and coolant levels seem fine.
I am more concerned about getting items like clutch plate & front wheel bearings as like i mentioned before, when i mention its a Perodua all conversation start and finish with ...... its a what!?
So if you can advise which Daihatsu it came from so people take it a bit more serious i'd appreciate it
Wiki and some other places
Wiki and some other places say the Nippa was a 3rd Gen Mira. If that helps.
I have a 1997 1.3 Charade
Its a MIRA...?
History of the Perodua Nippa (1997 - 2001)
Those of you with an eagle eye for spotting recycled designs will recognise the Perodua Nippa as a facelifted Daihatsu Mira[Cuore]. The fact that the Mira was never seen in significant numbers in the UK's roads adds to the subterfuge. Introduced in 1997, the Nippa was available in two basic trim levels, both powered by the Daihatsu derived 850cc engine. The entry-level EX version wore the ""Britain's Cheapest"" title whilst the slightly more upmarket GX offered metallic paint and colour keyed bumpers in a modest raid on the Perodua options list. Three special editions were available in 1999, the metallic yellow Saffron (launched in June), the Sepang of August and the EX2 of October.
In 2000 the GX was withdrawn from sale, leaving the bargain basement EX to continue blazing the discount trail. The car was eventually replaced by the Kelisa in January 2002.
Too much power is almost enough! ;<)