This may sound a bit odd from someone that has been obsessed with Porsches the last few years but a couple of weeks ago I ended up in the Suzuki garage and ordered a new Suzuki Jimny.
I just love the quirky funky nature of this new model which is being released in January 19. The styling looks like a mini G wagon and it's a proper off roader:
https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/suzuki/jimny-0
Of course it will be compromised on the road because of it's ladder frame suspension but I figure it might be a lot of fun on the rough stuff.
Apparently Japan has gone mad for it and there is a 5 year waiting list over there. Here there is going to be delivery of about 600 cars in the first 6 months. I'm deposit number 5 at my local dealer so if you want one get in there quick.
I figure it will be very strong in terms of residuals and may end up being over list in the first year or so.
Arif
Suzuki Jimny
Current:
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
What a marvelous contrast to our badge status heavy tarmac rippers - much respect Arif !!
Even more so, as a savvy financial play!
With that 5 year Japanese waiting list you quote, it would be amusingly ironic if it became a grey EXport opportunity. ( as someone once tempted by grey import Mitsubishi Evoβs)
Even more so, as a savvy financial play!
With that 5 year Japanese waiting list you quote, it would be amusingly ironic if it became a grey EXport opportunity. ( as someone once tempted by grey import Mitsubishi Evoβs)
2016 Macan Turbo Jet Black PPF /Saddle Brown full leather/Walnut 18way heated Pano Connect +2 Surround cameras Air/PASM 21 Black Classics /20 SportDesign
2015 SD Macan sold 3yr/54k. Sapphire
Past: Mexico Mk1, 205GTI (3x),Integrale 8v, Scooby Impreza STI,
2015 SD Macan sold 3yr/54k. Sapphire
Past: Mexico Mk1, 205GTI (3x),Integrale 8v, Scooby Impreza STI,
Hi Arif, hope you are keeping well, you will miss the 991MacanArif wrote: βFri Dec 07, 2018 10:51 pm This may sound a bit odd from someone that has been obsessed with Porsches the last few years but a couple of weeks ago I ended up in the Suzuki garage and ordered a new Suzuki Jimny.
I just love the quirky funky nature of this new model which is being released in January 19. The styling looks like a mini G wagon and it's a proper off roader:
https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/suzuki/jimny-0
Of course it will be compromised on the road because of it's ladder frame suspension but I figure it might be a lot of fun on the rough stuff.
Apparently Japan has gone mad for it and there is a 5 year waiting list over there. Here there is going to be delivery of about 600 cars in the first 6 months. I'm deposit number 5 at my local dealer so if you want one get in there quick.
I figure it will be very strong in terms of residuals and may end up being over list in the first year or so.
Arif
GTS Delivered April 2018
WWW.porsche-code.com/PJKSBKF1
WWW.porsche-code.com/PJKSBKF1
Well we did not see that coming.
Enjoy.
Ps
How big is the key to wind it up
Col
Macan Turbo
Air, 20β wheels, ACC, Pano, SurCam, 14w, LEDs, PS+, Int Light Pack, Heated seats and Steering, spare wheel, SC, Privacy glass, PDK gear, SD mirrors, Met Black, rear airbags
Macan Turbo
Air, 20β wheels, ACC, Pano, SurCam, 14w, LEDs, PS+, Int Light Pack, Heated seats and Steering, spare wheel, SC, Privacy glass, PDK gear, SD mirrors, Met Black, rear airbags
A Suzuki jeep and a 911. A perfect combination in my book and just what I currently have.
Macan GTS Carmine with 21" black sports classics ---Gone
991.2 GTS Carmine 2WD ---Gone
Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe Jet Black
http://www.porsche-code.com/PL86QK50
991.2 GTS Carmine 2WD ---Gone
Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe Jet Black
http://www.porsche-code.com/PL86QK50
I'm looking forward to trying it on some rough stuff Pivot!
Last edited by MacanArif on Sat Dec 08, 2018 11:54 am, edited 2 times in total.
Current:
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
that's an interesting observation fun rider - yes the irony of people exporting them back, although I believe the engine in the Japanese version is different to comply with local regs.Funrider wrote: βSat Dec 08, 2018 7:52 am What a marvelous contrast to our badge status heavy tarmac rippers - much respect Arif !!
Even more so, as a savvy financial play!
With that 5 year Japanese waiting list you quote, it would be amusingly ironic if it became a grey EXport opportunity. ( as someone once tempted by grey import Mitsubishi Evoβs)
Last edited by MacanArif on Sat Dec 08, 2018 11:53 am, edited 1 time in total.
Current:
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
Yes Scooby probably would suit a replacement to Rav4 - my dealership said they will likely get 10 in the first half of the year, so if you are interested I'd pop down to your local dealer.
Current:
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S
992 Turbo (July 23)
MG4 EV Trophy Long Range
VW Caravelle 6.1 4motion DSG
Suzuki Swift Sport
Previous Macan SD, Macan Turbo, Macan Turbo, 991.1 C4GTS coupe, 996 C4S coupe, Macan Turbo, 991.2 C4GTS coupe; 991.2 GT3; 992 C2S; 991.1 Turbo S