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1987 Samurai 4x4, Low Miles, New Engine/front Suspension on 2040-cars

Year:1987 Mileage:83609 Color: The body is in great shape for an
Location:

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

This Samurai is a 1987 4x4 soft-top 1.3L with many new features. It has been a great daily driver since I've had it the past 4 years. It's a beautiful and fun vehicle with tons of personality. It just made a 2,100 mile trip from Kentucky to Los Angeles in 3 days with no problems.  It has a new engine head and a remanufactured engine that runs very strong. It has been a project car of my father and myself for the past few years.  The entire front suspension (see details below) was replaced so there are NONE of the infamous wobble issues. However, being a 17 year old vehicle, it recently developed some other mechanical issues that I don't have the time to fix and am moving on to something more reliable (see below). Registered Kentucky title in hand.

Newly replaced parts:
  • Remanufactured engine installed 3 years ago by John's Foreign Engines
  • New Exhaust system replaced as well by John's Foreign Engines
  • Brand New Engine Head (see pictures)
  • New Tires (see pictures)
  • New Paint (see pictures)
  • Rhino Liner sprayed interior
  • New Front shocks 
  • Steering knuckle replaced
  • New Steering stabilizer shock
  • Drag link replaced
  • Tie rod replaced
Features:
  • Winch - 3,500lb remote operated
  • Off-road metal brush guard
  • Center console Lock-Box w/ key
  • Custom roof rack with off-road lights (switch operated)
  • Removable back bench-seat
  • Portable Speaker with auxiliary plug for iPod/MP3 player
  • Custom "Dark Knight" grill emblem
Exterior:
The body is in great shape for an '87 with no rust on the frame and a new paint job.  It looks very sharp with very minor scratches and a small ding on the passenger side door (see picture). The windshield has has a couple dings where rocks hit but no cracks. The trim below the doors was taken off and the metal sanded down and painted but there are the holes still there where the previous trim was inserted.

Interior:
The interior is in fair shape.  The floors have a Rhino Liner.  The vinyl seats are in good shape with no major tears or cracks, the dash is a little beaten up but still looks decent. Also there is no radio but all the wiring is still there. Windows and locks all work. no tears in the soft-top. 

Known Issues:
The vehicle was driving great and I was using it everyday then one day after I had just driven it I went to start it and the engine would begin to turn over but then the starter would make a screeching noise. I spoke to a mechanic and he showed me that the starter itself was loose and wasn't able to engage, he assured me it was an easy fix.  I'd do it myself but I don't want to have to deal with it so I'm selling as is. Also the clutch acts up after the car has been driven for more than 15 minutes.  It shifts fine, but after the car is warmed up it begins to grind a little in 1st and 2nd gears, no idea what that could be, but it is absolutely drivable.  Could be a very simple fix or something else.  With a little TLC this could be a great and fun vehicle, the engine runs strong and the new front-end suspension, tires and excellent body frame condition make it a great Sami to fix up or use for parts. Other known issues: 
  • No A/C
  • Horn and wind shield wipers don't work
  • No in-dash radio (it's a portable speaker that plugs into the cigarette lighter with AM/FM/AUX for iPod)
The vehicle currently will NOT start and is sold AS-IS.  I have it parked right next to a mechanic and can have it fixed for reimbursement so it will be drivable, or you can pick it up.  I can also assist in delivery, but the buyer is responsible for paying to acquiring the vehicle.  Payment from the buyer should be made by cash, check or Paypal within 3 days of the auction ending. If it is a check I will have to wait for the funds to clear before signing over the title.

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