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Total Price:
$7,500
All in price (JCI 25 months and all taxes paid including registration)
Availability:
On Hold
Make:
Suzuki
Model:
Jimny
Year:
1996
Chassis Id:
JA22W
Transmission:
Automatic
Condition:
Used
Body:
4 Seats, Yellow Plate
Doors:
2-door
Availability:
On Hold
Exterior Color:
Grey
Mileage:
178,193 km
Features
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AM/FM Radio
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Automotive Power Socket
Description
1996 Suzuki Jimny Features
The 1996 Suzuki Jimny is a compact Japanese 4WD with classic styling and proven off-road character. This grey JA22W has 178,193 km, an automatic transmission, and seating for four. In addition, its age makes it an interesting option for buyers who want a stateside-eligible Japanese classic.
Unlike newer SUVs filled with electronic equipment, this Jimny keeps things simple. Its compact body, turbocharged engine, and part-time 4WD system give it the basic ingredients that made…
1996 Suzuki Jimny Features
The 1996 Suzuki Jimny is a compact Japanese 4WD with classic styling and proven off-road character. This grey JA22W has 178,193 km, an automatic transmission, and seating for four. In addition, its age makes it an interesting option for buyers who want a stateside-eligible Japanese classic.
Unlike newer SUVs filled with electronic equipment, this Jimny keeps things simple. Its compact body, turbocharged engine, and part-time 4WD system give it the basic ingredients that made older Jimny models popular in Japan.
JA22W Turbo Engine
The JA22W Jimny uses Suzuki’s K6A engine. This 658cc three-cylinder engine features DOHC, 12 valves, an intercooler, and a turbocharger.
The engine produces 64 PS. While that number may sound small, the Jimny was designed as a lightweight kei 4×4 rather than a large SUV.
This vehicle also has an automatic transmission. Therefore, drivers can enjoy the character of a classic Jimny without having to operate a manual gearbox.
Compact 4WD Capability
Part-time 4WD is one of the defining features of the JA22W generation.
Its small dimensions make the Jimny easy to maneuver on narrow Japanese roads. At the same time, its 4WD system gives the vehicle capability beyond that of a normal kei car.
The JA22W generation also uses coil-spring suspension. Suzuki introduced this setup to improve both off-road performance and on-road comfort compared with earlier leaf-spring Jimny models.
Simple Classic Interior
The cabin reflects the straightforward design of a 1990s Japanese 4×4.
This Jimny provides seating for four people. In addition, the vehicle includes an AM/FM radio and an automotive power socket.
There are no long lists of modern driver-assistance systems or touchscreens here. Instead, the appeal comes from its simple controls, compact dimensions, and classic Japanese design.
For enthusiasts, that simplicity can be part of the attraction.
A Japanese Kei 4×4 Classic
The Suzuki Jimny has developed a strong identity as a small but capable 4WD.
The JA22W generation combines traditional Jimny proportions with the K6A turbo engine and coil-spring suspension. As a result, it represents an interesting period in the development of Suzuki’s long-running 4×4.
Its compact body also makes it very different from larger SUVs. Therefore, it can appeal to buyers looking for something distinctive rather than a conventional daily driver.
Stateside Eligible Under the 25-Year Rule
This 1996 Suzuki Jimny is more than 25 years old. Therefore, it meets the vehicle-age requirement used by the United States for the federal 25-year import exemption.
That makes this Jimny especially interesting for military members, collectors, and enthusiasts who may eventually return to the United States.
Import requirements and documentation still apply. However, the vehicle’s age removes one of the major federal safety-standard barriers that applies to newer Japanese-market vehicles.
For buyers stationed in Japan, this creates an opportunity to enjoy a classic Japanese 4×4 here and potentially take it stateside later.
Compact Size and Everyday Character
The Jimny’s small footprint works especially well on Japanese roads and in tight parking areas.
Meanwhile, the tall body provides the upright driving position associated with traditional 4×4 vehicles. Its short wheelbase and compact dimensions also give the vehicle its recognizable stance.
This is not a modern luxury SUV. Instead, it offers a simpler driving experience with plenty of Japanese automotive character.
1996 Suzuki Jimny for Sale
This 1996 Suzuki Jimny JA22W has 178,193 km and is priced at $7,500.
The all-in price includes 25 months of JCI, taxes, and registration. Therefore, buyers can see the complete purchase price without calculating those costs separately.
With its turbocharged K6A engine, automatic transmission, part-time 4WD, classic styling, and stateside eligibility, this Jimny offers something very different from a typical used vehicle.
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Total Price:
$7,500
All in price (JCI 25 months and all taxes paid including registration)
Availability:
On Hold
Make:
Suzuki
Model:
Jimny
Year:
1996
Chassis Id:
JA22W
Transmission:
Automatic
Condition:
Used
Body:
4 Seats, Yellow Plate
Doors:
2-door
Availability:
On Hold
Exterior Color:
Grey
Mileage:
178,193 km
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