1987 Suzuki Samurai JA in Oliver Springs, TN

Located in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, just a 40min drive west of Knoxville is this 1987 Suzuki Samurai JA spotted on Facebook Marketplace!

As of the time of this post, it is still available – you can find current pricing and contact the seller at the ad on Facebook Marketplace. We also have an aggregated version in our marketplace that links directly to it. You can find that at the bottom of this page just below the pictures.

AI Summary

1985 Suzuki Samurai 1.3L 5-speed with extensive recent upgrades including full new propane kit (three tanks in date), remanufactured FJ80 steering box with warranty, full exhaust from header to tip, and electric fan controlled by temp switch. Runs on Toyota axles with 30-spline gun-drilled front axles, high steer, 4.88 gears, and front locker; rear has BTF cover, welded spool, disk brakes, and V6 third member. 4.9 transfer case with cradle, 37” tires, and upgraded driveshafts. Cash or trade considered for enclosed, heated vehicles; A/C or unusual rigs preferred.

Key Info:

Seller Write-Up

Tons of work done in the last 3 weeks

• Full propane kit: Everything is brand new with the exception of 3 in-date tanks

• FJ80 steering box (reman with warranty)

• Full exhaust: Header to tip is new

• Electric fan setup on temp switch

Vehicle Specs:

• 85 Samurai

• 1.3L

• 5-speed

• 4.9 case with cradle

• Nice driveshafts

Toyota Axles

• Front:

  • 30 spline gun-drilled front axles

  • TG drive flanges

  • 4.88 gears

  • Locker of some flavor

  • TG high steer

• Rear:

  • BTF cover

  • Spool (welded?) rear

  • Disc brakes

  • V6 3rd member

• 37” Sticky Obor Roc scrapers with 4 rides

Sale/Trade Notes:

• Cash or trade on something with heat and enclosed at a minimum

• A/C is a big plus and I like odd stuff

• Interested in built ZJ/WJ/XJ, Toyota trucks/Four Runners, Sidekicks, Trackers, SXS, vintage rigs

• Would also consider a Dex-style XJ and boot

Photo Gallery

Select an image for a larger view

CLICK HERE to view this 1987 JA w/ Full Propane Kit in our Marketplace

**Please note this Suzuki Samurai was originally listed for sale in February of 2026. Depending on when you are viewing this article it may have since been sold.**

Last Updated on February 13, 2026 by SamuraiListings