1998 Suzuki Jimny

1998 Suzuki Jimny 1.3L – Japanese Show Build, Lifted, 4WD, Automatic What We Did Before Export Every vehicle we sell goes through a full service at our facility in Japan before it ships. We inspect each one ourselves, address what needs to be addressed, and put real kilometers on it after service to confirm everything works. Here is what was done on this one: - New battery installed - New oils throughout, engine, transmission, transfer case - New belts installed - New filters (oil filter, transmission filter, air filter, cabin air filter) installed - New Tires - New Spark plugs Paint is in perfect condition. No dents, no scratches. This truck was driven and verified by our team before being listed for sale. This Jimny has been to Fuel Fest. It has been to car meets across Japan and U.S. It has been photographed, filmed, and stared at everywhere it goes. This is not a trail truck. This is a show build done the Japanese way, aggressive stance, clean execution, and the kind of presence that makes people stop mid-conversation. The Japanese approach to off-road builds is different from the American one. Where American builds are about going places, Japanese builds are about looking like you could go anywhere, and looking better doing it than anything else in the parking lot. This Jimny is exactly that philosophy made real. The lift is a combination of a 7 inch body lift, full suspension lift, and 33×12.50R15LT BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires. Total height is approximately 7 feet. Aftermarket bumpers front and rear, aftermarket fender flares, aftermarket wheels, frame-mounted side steps, AutoKenboy exhaust, aftermarket fog lights, and a fender mirror. Every piece was chosen intentionally. Nothing on this truck is an accident. Inside you get a Momo Italy Drifting Series steering wheel and an aftermarket radio. The cabin matches the build, purposeful and clean. The truck runs 4WD with an automatic transmission. Shaken ( Japanese registration ) is valid through April 2026, which means it was actively registered and on the road in this configuration in Japan. Not a garage queen. A show car that actually gets driven. This is a 1 of 1 build. There is no other Jimny like this one. If you have been to a Cars and Coffee or Fuel Fest, you know what happens when something like this pulls in. It does not blend in. It never will. Mileage: 75,600 km (47,000 miles). Fuel economy: approximately 20 – 24 MPG based on 1.3L Jimny data. Expect lower figures with the lift and 33s at highway speeds. Interesting Facts The Japanese car culture approach to off-road builds is rooted in visual impact rather than trail performance. Builders spend enormous amounts of time and money on stance, wheel fitment, and body modifications, not suspension travel. The result is trucks that look more capable than anything on the trail and more interesting than anything at the show. The Suzuki Jimny has been in continuous production since 1970 and is one of the only vehicles in the world that has maintained a true body-on-frame, solid-axle 4WD layout throughout its entire production run. That architecture is what makes it such a strong build platform. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A tires are one of the most recognized off-road tire brands in the world. The white lettering on a lifted Jimny is a signature look that has become iconic in Japanese build culture. The Momo Italy Drifting Series steering wheel fitted to this Jimny is a genuine Italian-made competition steering wheel. Smaller diameter, faster response, and a completely different feel from anything factory. The Jimny was never officially sold in the United States in this generation. At 25 years old this example qualifies for legal import under the federal 25-year exemption rule — and it arrives already built, already shown, and already known. About Us We’ve been working with Japanese vehicles for over 25 years. Long before opening our location in the United States, our team was importing and servicing these vehicles in Europe when many of them were still new. Because of that experience, we know these platforms extremely well. Every model has its own weak points, and we inspect and address them before the vehicle is offered for sale. All vehicles are serviced at our facility in Japan before shipping. Fluids, belts, filters, batteries, and common failure points are inspected and replaced when necessary. Unlike many dealerships, we actually drive our vehicles. They don’t sit in a parking lot. Our trucks and cars are used regularly so we can verify reliability before they reach their new owner. When you buy from us, you’re getting a vehicle that is fully prepared and ready to drive from day one. JP-TRADE is our first location in the United States, supported by a team of more than 40 people across Europe, Japan, Korea, China, and the U.S.