The Customised Suzuki Jimny, which boasts tough looks
This year, many Suzuki Jimny/Jimny Sierra models were on display at Osaka Auto Messe 2024 (OAM). Among these, one custom car that caught AMW’s attention was a pick-up truck version of the current Jimny. Its name is the ‘ESTIRO Green Chopper’. Even the naming of the car is intriguing.
This two-seater model has a seating capacity of two passengers
As active, wild-inspired customization became fashionable, the mainstream was turned towards off-roaders. And in recent years, people have turned to pick-up trucks for tougher, wilder looks.
The current Suzuki JB64W Jimny, produced by the Osaka-based ESTIRO customization shop, is a vehicle that incorporates elements of such pick-up trucks. It is therefore registered as a two-seater model with a seating capacity of two. An application for structural modification was submitted and the vehicle was manufactured as an officially approved vehicle.
The pick-up truck that ESTIRO built based on the Jimny this time has a short cargo bed to be called an official pick-up truck due to its dimensions. There is a name for this type of vehicle, which is not familiar to many, but it is called a ‘SUT’.
The SUV we often hear about stands for Space Utility Vehicle, a convenient vehicle that is highly mobile and can be used as an all-round model for a variety of purposes, including work and shopping. In contrast, SUT stands for Space Utility Truck, a style-oriented model that specialises in fun and fashion compared to conventional SUVs. As they do not have as large a cargo bed as pick-up trucks, they are less convenient, but they are cool in style and have been attracting attention in recent years because of their high street appeal.
Models that represent this SUT include the Chevrolet Avalanche, the Cadillac Escalade EXT, and the Star Trooper, a customized Mercedes-AMG G63 by Mansory.
ESTIRO focused on those stylish and cool SUTs and presented a special one with an original body kit at the event. Come to think of it, there have been pick-up truck versions in past Jimny history: the second-generation SJ40 Jimny, which was introduced in 1980, had a pick-up truck model. Therefore, it is no surprise that the current Jimny has a pick-up model.
This is a custom car with a fierce appeal
The looks of the ESTIRO Green Chopper are the coolest. The brave front face is fitted with the company’s bad-face grille, with air intakes in the center of the bonnet and triple ducts on either side, making it a fierce statement that it is a custom car. The combination of riveted wide fenders, ROADCRUZA ‘RA3200’ off-road tires, and WORK ‘CRAG GALVATRE’ wheels further asserts the wild atmosphere. Another key point is that the wheel discs are body-colored green, while the rims are all black to tighten them up.
For the pick-up, the roof was cut and a special panel was fabricated and machined for strength. An extra-thick roll bar was mounted, and the vehicle was completed as one that can be used not only for playing in the mud, but also for active play such as marine sports.
As for the suspension, the original shocks were combined with lateral rods to raise the car by 3 inches. It is possible to raise the ride height higher, but considering the overall form and driving performance, they concluded that this 3-inch increase is a good balance.
As for the exterior parts, they are ESTIRO original products and can be purchased. However, the two-seater conversion is a special specification vehicle, so it is necessary to consult with us. The car has even been officially approved, so it can be sold as a complete car. Interested parties should contact ESTIRO.
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