This Samurai was purchased new by

"4 WHEEL DRIVE & SPORT

UTILITY MAGAZINE "

This new Sammy was used in a 1994 article as the magazine was doing a new "build". Vendors participated with the latest accessories and services to showcase their products. The "build" continued even after the article was published.

This sweet little 4x4 still has just over 10,630 documented miles from new. This is undoubtedly the lowest mile Suzuki Samurai
that exists.

Here is a link to 100 + photos, documentation, Car fax reports (2), a video and 1994 magazine article.

1994 Suzuki photos

NOTE: There is no contact information on these pages in the link.

Use Ebay "contact seller", as per EBAY"S rules.

The original equipment and upgrades:

1994 4 Wheel Drive and SU magazine with the article on this vehicle. This

was very hard to find in perfect shape by the way...

Factory air conditioning (changed to R-34; and blows ice cold) the vehicle
has never run hot, even on the hottest days with the air on.

Factory tinted glass

Factory fuel injected engine

Sidekick power steering conversion. Gearbox, pump, and all needed components.

Petroworks "rag joint eliminator" heavy duty steering transfer shaft
from cowl to steering box (with universal joint rather than the composite
joint that came stock).

After market power steering fluid cooler

2" Magnaflow cat-back exhaust with aluminized tubing, catalytic converter
to tail pipe, flanged bolt together system from Trail Tough

GM high amperage alternator

Premier Welder / 120 volt power supply inverter, welding cables

Rock Lobster transfer case (4:1 low) from Victory Engineering

Petroworks polyurethane transfer case shifter bushing

Detroit locker front differential

ARB air locker for rear differential (replaced Detroit locker) for a
much improved on road stability, and no more on road tire scuffing

Warn locking Hubs

Warn 6000 winch

Warn cabled remote control

Bestop (black) "Sunport" 2 piece top (top of the Bestop Line)

Bestop (new white) summer top (draws less heat)

Bestop XX large 33 x 13 black denim spare cover

2 Smittybuilt G.E.A.R. tactical style seat covers with 14 moveable
compartments for small and medium sized gear.

Black sheepskin for left seat (in addition to above) for additional
seat protection of original seats

Door stops with buckles and altered door hinges for fast and easy removal of doors with no tools. 5 - 6 seconds per door (or less)

ZUK spring - over - lift with beefed up custom spring mounts

5 BF Goodrich 33 x10.5 Mud - Terrain KM2's (@ about 8000 miles)

5 Pro - Comp 15 x 8.5 polished alloy wheels

4 Rancho RS9000-xl gas shocks - 9 selection positions

ZUK custom made 1/4 inch plate welded on rocker panel
guards with step plate

ZUK custom pitman arm drop

ZUK custom made rear bumper w/ hitch receiver

ARB Bull front Bumper with winch mount and driving light mounts

ARB On-Board High Performance 12 Volt Twin Air Compressor (CKMTA12) tank-less with accessory kit and hose

Petroworks differential pumpkin skid caps

Hella "Black Magic" driving lamps

Hella clear light rock protectors

Custom made tow bar with added length for towing stability

Trail Tough rear drive-shaft disconnect for transfer case and
transmission trouble free towing capabilities

Battery Brain top of the line battery disconnect / anti theft control
with remotes

Low Range off road rear disc brake conversion including new rotors,
calipers, and steel hard lines for disc brakes

Low Range off road upgraded front brake caliper guide pins

Low Range off road line lock (brake fluid lock) emergency / park brake conversion

Low Range off road adjustable brake line valve kit (can be adjusted from front to rear brake proportioning)

Low Range off road panhard stabilizer kit for stability with spring over conversions

Old Man Emo custom springs (all four) with polyurethane spacers

4 Wheel Parts Inc. new rear differential / axle housing spring perches
(to get the best pinion angle possible and eliminate any axle wrap)

SpiderTrax front panhard (adjustable) bar (a panhard bar
controls the lateral stability of the front axle)

SMH 12 volt Cables and receptacle at the rear bumper (for jump
starting a vehicle behind you or any other need for power)

Tuffy security console with "cam lock" also includes a 2 cup "holder"

Tuffy large cargo security lockbox with top or rear entry (super secure)
and doors are keyed alike. 2 gas lifts on top lid to support when open.

Tuffy 6 inch riser to create secure storage below lockbox

Tuffy inside LED lights for both security cargo units. These are steel lights
with 4 LED's and automatic on / off switches.

RotoPax fuel containers, (2) 4 gallon with double piggyback extension
mounting with locks and upgraded spill proof spouts

Trail Tough battery hold down

Zukioffroad "clicky-fix" starter relay upgrade

Rola cargo carrier, hitch mount, 600 lb. capacity, mount for Rotopax fuel cells, cargo net, and large expandable weatherproof cargo bag (large 9.5 to 11.5 cu feet)

LED tail lights in cargo carrier, LED dome light, LED reverse lights, and LED license plate light.

ARB X-jack exhaust jack, compressed air or vehicle exhaust
will inflate up to 8800 pounds. This is a welcome tool for off road.

New timing belt 2010 at 7500-8000 miles (good precaution considering
age, not necessarily mileage)

New water pump (right there with timing belt replacement)

New drive belts (good precaution considering age, not necessarily mileage)

All fluids and filters very recently replaced, BG injector cleaner
treatment, wiper blades, etc.

New factory brake master cylinder (good precaution considering age, not necessarily mileage)

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Wed, 07 Nov 2012

By now, you're surely aware that Suzuki is pulling out of the US market. It was a bit of a foregone conclusion to most who've been paying attention to the automotive realm, but it still sent a small shockwave through the industry. And one of the most oft-heard retorts goes something like this: "Next up: Mitsubishi."
It's easy to understand why many question Mitsubishi's existence in the States. After all, now that Suzuki is gone, Mitsubishi is the Japanese automaker with the fewest sales in America. Furthermore, the automaker's market share has dropped from .7 percent to just .4 percent after seeing sales fall 29 percent to 50,103 units through October.
In any case, Mitsubishi fans needn't worry. Speaking to Automotive News, Mitsubishi President Osamu Masuko said, "We have no intention whatsoever of withdrawing from the US market." That's about as clear as clear can get. It's also worth mentioning that Gayu Uesugi was just named chairman of Mitsubishi Motors North America, and his main responsibility will be to revitalize the brand in the US.

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Suzuki Samurai lives on with new Jimny facelift

Thu, 15 Nov 2012

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On-the-road prices are £11,995 ($19,016 US) for the SZ3, £12,900 ($20,451 US) for the manual-equipped SZ4, £13,800 ($21,877 US) with the automatic. More information can be found in the press release below.

1994 Suzuki Samurai 10630 Actual Miles - Used New As 4 Wd & Su Magazine Build on 2040-cars