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1987 Suzuki Samurai Ja Sport Utility 2-door 1.3l on 2040-cars

Year:1987 Mileage:127585
Location:

Huntington Park, California, United States

Huntington Park, California, United States
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Up for auction is our 1987 Suzuki Samurai with tons of tasteful upgrades. It is fun to look at as well as drive. It is getting harder and harder to find a Suzuki Samurai in this condition. It still has its original factory red paint. No accidents or rust. It holds a clear California title under our name. Clean title not salvaged. Registration is also current. Below is a list of some upgrades and improvements performed to the Samurai:
  • Petroworks Full Roll cage
  • Petroworks Spring-over lift
  • New shocks / braided brake lines from Petroworks
  • Re-Manufactured engine with low miles from Petroworks
  • Doug Thorley headers
  • New motor mounts from Petroworks
  • Petroworks fan clutch eliminator
  • Newer 2" exhaust and catalytic converter
  • Rebuilt transmission
  • New clutch
  • Rebuilt transfer case by Petroworks-GRS-II
  • New shifter bushings
  • New master cylinder 
  • New starter
  • Petroworks sticky starter fix
  • New AC Delco battery
  • New single wire GM 140 amp alternator
  • 5 BF Goodrich KO tires like new 
  • Newer Weber Carburetor 
  • Recent valve adjustment
  • New spark plugs
  • Recent Timing Belt replacement
  • Recent timing belt idler replacement
  • Fresh coolant
  • Fresh oil change
  • Custom front bumper with integrated turn signals
  • Custom rear bumper with integrated lights by Rocky Roads Outfitter
  • Hella fog lights on front bumper
  • Gray vinyl seating with red piping
  • Very rare 50/50 folding rear seats
  • Seat belts with shoulder straps on rear seating
  • Decent Alpine stereo (aux. conn. for iphone) front tweeters on dash with rear speakers mounted on rear door
  • Upgraded factory tach
  • Folding windshield kit
  • Tuffy Box lockable center console
  • Quick disconnect door straps
  • Newer Bestop
  • Smittybuilt front tow bar (wired so it can be towed)
  • Rear magnetic brake lights for towing
Receipts for most work performed. A lot of parts obtained from Petroworks Off Road which is a Samurai specialist located in Fallbrook, California. Will include a Samurai service manual as well. This Samurai was garaged most of its life and is in great condition, it was primarily towed behind a motor home. The pictures may show some rock chips on the windshield, it will be replaced next week along with a new windshield seal. One of the front fog light lens has a stress crack but is functional.  The paint is factory original and does have scratches and some dings but still has luster in it, and it gives it great patina. Keep in mind it is 27 years old. No tears on seating, interior light still works. Very clean engine compartment area. Underside is pretty clean as well. No air or power steering on the vehicle.  There is a cup holder next to driver seat. Also include a bikini top as well. Please see pictures for details. Vehicle is being sold "as is" condition with no warranty expressed or implied. Again please see pictures for details. Please only bid if you intend on purchasing the vehicle. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. Paypal for deposit only. The remaining balance in cash. Good Luck and Happy Bidding!

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