Last May, Mr. Dang Le Nguyen Vu was spotted driving a Suzuki Samurai pickup truck, quickly attracting the attention of car enthusiasts. Little did people know that this businessman would be interested in a car with an intriguing history as the predecessor of today’s Suzuki Jimny. Recently, the Chairman of Trung Nguyen Group has surprised everyone again by adding another Suzuki Samurai to his collection.
Suzuki Samurai Parked Next to a Ferrari California T Recently Purchased by Mr. Vu
This Suzuki Samurai has four seats and a very attractive design, perfectly complementing the first Suzuki Samurai owned by Mr. Dang Le Nguyen Vu. The new addition to “Qua” Vu’s garage features a stylish coffee-and-cream exterior with a black interior.
This is the second Suzuki Samurai to be revealed in “Qua” Vu’s impressive car collection. Unlike the first one, this Samurai has an enclosed bed, and its paint, interior, and overall condition are remarkably pristine, making it a worthy addition to the businessman’s collection of luxury vehicles worth billions of VND.
In terms of exterior design, this Suzuki Samurai features large, round headlights with halogen bulbs, a grille that spans the width of the front end, and the iconic Suzuki “S” logo in the center. The front bumper has a sporty and robust look, enhanced by the addition of two LED lights, which are quite functional.
The wheel arches are accentuated with black plastic cladding that flares out, housing the original multi-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels. At the rear, there’s a side-opening tailgate with a full-size spare wheel mounted on it, adding to the rugged look. The rear bumper incorporates warning lights, taillights, and reverse lights, and all the logo details are in pristine condition.
The interior of the car is well-maintained, with fabric and leatherette upholstery on the seats and sturdy headrests for added safety. The rest of the interior remains true to its original design.
The Suzuki Samurai underwent a significant change in 1984 with the introduction of the SJ413 (internal model code JA51). The SJ413 featured a larger 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine, a 5-speed manual transmission, and electric windows (with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes).
In 1991, a new 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with fuel injection and throttle-body induction was introduced, producing 66 horsepower. The Samurai was introduced in the Canadian and American markets in 1989 as the Suzuki Sidekick, eventually replacing the Samurai in 1995.