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New Samurai?

 
esanchez esanchez
Administrator | Posts: 143 | Joined: 07/06
Posted: 04/18/07
03:50 PM

Do you guys think Suzuki should bring back a modern-day Samurai? Would you buy one? What would your dream specs be?  

 
4x4n 4x4n
New User | Posts: 17 | Joined: 07/07
Posted: 07/19/07
09:14 PM

I don' think Suzuki has the resources to invest in a REAL trail type vehicle like they used to have which is a shame. I know of several ZUK fans that have done an excellent job of building a capable wheeler (even out of the box) but unless the aftermarket can produce the products it would take to make what they have now trail worthy I think the ZUKs will die out eventually. Sorry ZUK lovers, but modern day IFS is Killing your cool.  
If you don't want it BROKE, DON'T let me drive it.

 
mikey0 mikey0
New User | Posts: 9 | Joined: 07/08
Posted: 07/24/08
11:12 AM

Yes it is sad to say but auto makers are phasing out soild axles and even rear leaf springs to save cost and improve ride quality. The 2009 Dodge 1500 will be equipped with a larger design of the link system used on the Duango now utilizing coil springs. I love my ZUK to death and there is simply no hope in them every coming back as good as they were if they even ***