1987 Suzuki Samurai JX review from North America
"Cheap, reliable 4x4 transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced alternator @ 70,000 & 150,000.
Replaced catalytic converter @ 80,000.
New tires @ 80,000 & 170,000.
New starter @ 140,000.
General comments?
Cheap to operate, always reliable, and fun, despite the bone jarring ride.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 gas Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 197000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Firebird |
| Date of Entry | 6th December, 2000 |