One of my favourite second-hand Japan imports had been the Toyota Caldina, and seeing one from the second generation with the 3C-TE engine and AWD makes me a bit sad to remember used car imports are not allowed in the Philippines anymore, only trucks and heavy machinery are still OK.

It was an enormous surprise to see a VW Beetle in Suriname. Cannot deny it is one of the most reliable bantams ever.

Overhauling a single cylinder Yanmar after some years. From tractors to boats, from generators to well pumps, these beasts were used for basically any thing.

Indirect injection diesel engines are cheaper to build and overhaul, and operate easily with many low-quality degree fuels, not just conventional diesel but biodiesel and vegetable oils. If some care is taken to ensure a proper lube at the injector pump, even kerosene becomes safe.