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Hi-performance 1986 Suzuki Samurai 1.3l Jx - 4x4 Rat Rod on 2040-cars

Year:1986 Mileage:200000 Color:
Location:

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States
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    Hi-Performance 1986 Suzuki Samurai 4x4 Rat Rod

 

    
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This was a perfectly fine working Suzuki Samurai when I got it in 2012, but me being the tinkerer I am I had to make it bad ass. It had around 200,000 miles on it before I began completely overhauling it. I chose to focus on performance and roll with some of the rugged patina that had developed with black diamond plate for its appearance. It has all been sanded and clear coated in areas that needed it. As to the performance, this thing is fast. Not only is it capable of doing burnouts, it puts any Wrangler to shame on the trail. Mechanically everything is sound. There are no oil leaks. It starts right up every time. Pretty much all engine mechanical is new. Have gotten it up to 95 on the high way with 30's so it can be a highway driver. Interior has been fully re-done. Needless to say this is an immaculate piece of rugged 80's hardware that has been modernized to take you anywhere you want to go, is the most fun automobile you will ever drive, and will make people jealous.

   
       
   
FEATURES                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                 

Rugged "Bad" Exterior

           
               
                       
  • 4" Bushwacker Fenders                    
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  • New Poly Carbonate Windshield                    
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  • Black Diamond Plate trim updates                    
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  • Windshield support bra w/fog light mounts.                    
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  • New Exterior Decals                    
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  • Parts with worn paint were sanded down, treated with CLR, and clear coated for a rugged patina look.                    
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Hi-Performance: 100HP 1.3L Engine w/Weber Carb

This was bought from Sammy Pro and professionally installed around May of 2013. It is their top tier configuration; SAMMY PRO LEVEL III. It's already been re-valved and I've worked out all the other systematic problems caused by inserting a hi-performance engine into a 30 year old vehicle: new distributor, fuel pump, and alternator. It's probably got about 2,500 miles on it since I put in. I've gotten my Sammy rolling on 30's up to 95 mph...not that there is ever a reason to drive a Samurai that fast though.            
 
                 

New Transmission and Clutch

           
When I had the engine installed I thought...why not put in a new transmission and clutch? So I did. Shifting is crisp.            
 
                 

Aggressive Exhaust System

Added Pacesetter Headers and widened the exhaust. Purrs like a kitten. For those in DEQ or Smog areas I've added a catalytic converter as well. And I have been able to get it passed before.            
           
 
                 

Suspension

           
               
                       
  • 2" SPOA Lift                    
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  • Ranchero Springs                    
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  • Old Man Emu steering stabilizer                    
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Rugged Yet Modern Interior

           
               
                       
  • Corbeau Black Sport Seats + installed with proper brackets.                    
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  • Modernized Sound System - Pioneer CD, Stainless Steel Audio Holder, speakers added to rear, updated speakers in front.                    
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  • Black Diamond Plate Throughout                    
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  • Stainless Steel Shifter Knob                    
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  • Leather Shifting Boots                    
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  • Tuffy Center Security Console                    
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  • Herculined in rear                    
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PURCHASE AND SHIPPING

I will require $500 down 48 hours from the time of auction to secure the transaction. Payment method is preferred cash, but can work it out.       

The vehicle registration current. I have title in hand, and will provide a bill of sale.     

The vehicle is located in Portand, OR. You can fly in and pick it up...or ship it, but if you ship it you must make all arrangements. I will be as helpful as I can to make it happen for you, but shipping is on you should you want to figure that out.     

The terms of this are sold "as is"      

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