Looking at Jim's original post reminded me of a fellow here in San Diego. He has a Japanese Utility truck, same as pictured. It was made by Honda and was used INSIDE the Sony TV plant for deliveries. Powered by propane - same as a forklift. Never licensed for the street.
My friends version is now a pro-street, powered by a rear-mounted, blown and injected small block Chevy. He drives it on the freeways and says it is a real kick to do a wheel stand when you are sitting on top of the front axle! HOOOHAAAA!