1986 Suzuki Samurai Hardtop 4wd 5speed 4cyl on 2040-cars
Oakland, California, United States
Engine:4Cyl 1.3 litre 63 HP
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Exterior Color: Red
Make: Suzuki
Interior Color: grey
Model: Samurai
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: 2-door hardtop
Drive Type: 4WD
Mileage: 230,000
History: This car has been good, reliable transportation for the 22 years since I bought it from the original owner in 1991. It has never been modified and has seen very little off-road usage, although the switchable hub locks and four wheel transmission work fine. I was hit once by someone backing into me while stopped, resulting in the replacement of a quarter panel 14 yrs. ago. Interior is a bit seedy, vinyl wall coverings need re-glueing or replacement, front seats have lambswool covers.. Car has never been driven on salted roads, although there is one dime-sized spot of rust, probably from water trapped near the driver's side rear window (pictured).
Defects: Missing passenger side window crank. Interior panel covers worn, seat fabric worn. Custom sound system does not function - good speakers and preamp, though.. Gas gauge does not function (I use the trip odometer and top off at 200 Mi.). Window channels could use new felt. Automatic choke disconnected, requires accelerator pressure until warmed up enough to hold idle. Alarm system in place but disconnected. Highway-type tires have decent tread left.
Repairs: In the last year, I've had substantial work done on it including a carburetor rebuild; new head gasket and timing belt; transmission housing seals and u-joint; rear wheel bearing and seals; brake pads and cylinders. This mostly involved replacing worn parts. Car is currently compliant on Calif. smog and has never failed the test. Each wheel has a locking lugnut (key included), also unopened half pint of original touch-up paint.
Ownership: The title is clear and I have recent maintenance records.
Delivery: Local pick up only
It's time for me to move on. While this car is hardly in showroom condition, it would be a good candidate for someone with more time and interest in restoration than I have. It is all original, in pretty good shape. It's a "tintop", which wasn't in production very long, so it is rare and they certainly aren't making any more of them.
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