1987 Suzuki Samurai Test Drive
The Samurai was a mini-jeep made by Suzuki, which was joined by the larger Sidekick in 1989, a similarly styled vehicle that was (ironically) more refined, and more expensive. It came as a cute looking, if rather stubby convertible, or as a long chassis with a thermoplastic top. With solid axles and leaf springs front and rear, it’s concept was hardly modern, bouncing easily at highway speeds. The engine is a 4-cylinder 1.3 liter with 64hp and a 5-speed manual transmission, inducing the virtue of patience when piloting this slow performer. The Samurai was cute, still is actually, but its lack of sophistication and comfort really restricted its use.
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