Up for grabs is this 1987 Suzuki Samurai JX Tin Top for sale in Dunn, North Carolina, located in Harnett County. It is situated about a half-hour drive south of Raleigh.
As of the time of this post its still available and you can find current pricing and contact the seller at the ad in our marketplace. If you want to skip our write-up, a direct link to that is at the bottom of this page.
AI Summary
A 1987 Suzuki Samurai with 42,000 miles is for sale. The vehicle has been garage-kept and regularly maintained. It features a replaced 2.2L Isuzu diesel engine and various upgrades, including new brakes and tires. The original paint and interior remain intact.
Key Info:
- Year: 1987
- Location: Dunn, NC
- Model: JX
- Mileage: 42,000
- VIN: JS3JC51V4H4123583
- Transmission: 5 Speed Manual
- Engine: 4 Cylinder
- Top(s): Tin Top
Seller Write-Up
Bought new in Charlotte, NC. 42k original miles, always garage kept in a climate controlled environment, maintenance always performed on time, very solid “Southern Vehicle It’s Whole Life” Has stayed in NC/SC since bought new.
This Suzuki samurai is in excellent condition inside, outside and underneath! The original paint is immaculate. The interior is original & in great shape! Runs and drives excellent! Hop in and drive anywhere you please while getting 50 plus miles per gallon.
This is the cleanest example of a 1987 Suzuki Samurai Tin Top I have ever come across. This would make a great piece to someone’s car collection. Upgrades include 2.2L Isuzu diesel engine out of a 1982 Isuzu pup 4×4.
The diesel drivetrain had 60k miles on it at the time of the swap. It was fully gone through and rebuilt before being put in the Suzuki. Fires up first turn of the key every time. No leaks or drips. New clutch. New brakes. 4×4 works great. 5 speed manual transmission. Lock in hubs. Aluminum radiator. Electric fans with speed controller box to adjust fan speed. New gas shocks all the way around, old man emu steering stabilizer, new 31×10.50r15 BFG tires with aluminum wheels. Seat covers. Original owners manual and lots of documentation for this Suzuki samurai.
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**Please note this Suzuki Samurai was originally listed for sale in February of 2025. Depending on when you are viewing this article it may have since been sold.**
Last Updated on November 19, 2025 by SamuraiAds
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