Author Topic: SOLVED: WTH # 122 - 1986 Suzuki Samurai Freak Show custom by Robert Rios (Read 1125 times)

sixtee5cuda · « **on:** October 12, 2012, 01:19:54 PM »

What is the name of this thing, what is it based upon, and who built it?

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #1 on:** October 21, 2012, 10:35:15 PM »

Time for the Experts to give it a try.

Up!

richard cuyler · « **Reply #2 on:** October 22, 2012, 07:58:50 AM »

It looks like a Human Being, probably standard skeleton frame, definitely the 'woman' model, pictured probably in its 20s and in top condition. The skimpy body covers are called a 'bikini' and enhance the overall excellent bodywork. On its 'feet' are shiny 'high-heeled shoes' which are really for show and wouldn't do anything to enhance its road-holding capabilities. These may be exchanged for 'trainers' when any serious roadwork is being considered. Unfortunately it is fairly generic and I have no idea about its marque or model name.

Do I nevertheless get a point?

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #3 on:** October 22, 2012, 08:10:40 AM »

Thank you for the precise description Richard. Sorry, no point.

If you had continued, you might have discussed how the size and shape of the bikini might imply when this image was created. Because of the origin of the image and of the car, this would not have been of much help.

Zerk · « **Reply #4 on:** October 22, 2012, 04:44:41 PM »

Is the one with the wheels an International Harvester Scout?

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #5 on:** October 22, 2012, 08:17:52 PM »

Not an International Harvester product

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #6 on:** October 30, 2012, 03:42:21 PM »

Up! Can Professionals track this one down?

Zerk · « **Reply #7 on:** November 01, 2012, 06:49:17 PM »

It looks like a larger truck cab (ie. Ford C-series) cut down over a shorter wheelbase frame.

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #8 on:** November 01, 2012, 06:58:50 PM »

A larger cab was not cut down to fit a smaller frame.

D-type · « **Reply #9 on:** November 03, 2012, 07:54:18 PM »

From Asia?

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #10 on:** November 03, 2012, 07:58:02 PM »

From Japan

RayTheRat · « **Reply #11 on:** November 08, 2012, 02:54:41 PM »

Mazda?

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #12 on:** November 08, 2012, 02:59:29 PM »

Not Mazda

RayTheRat · « **Reply #13 on:** November 08, 2012, 03:01:51 PM »

Nissan?

SeaLion · « **Reply #14 on:** November 08, 2012, 03:34:39 PM »

Suzuki Jimny

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #15 on:** November 08, 2012, 04:16:22 PM »

It is a Suzuki. In other markets it is called a Jimny. The constructors of this vehicle knew the base car as a Suzuki Samurai.

1/3rd gone. Any idea on who customized it, and what name it was given?

D-type · « **Reply #16 on:** November 09, 2012, 04:25:44 PM »

Deleted - I'd misunderstood something

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #17 on:** January 04, 2013, 10:58:43 AM »

Off to the black hole!

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #18 on:** January 16, 2013, 03:39:10 PM »

Time for a hint that won't help at all... The rear view!

WayneB · « **Reply #19 on:** January 16, 2013, 06:23:26 PM »

Its called "Freakshow"

Based on a 1986 Suzuki Samuri

Built by Robert Rios /R&R Customs El Paso Texas.

sixtee5cuda · « **Reply #20 on:** January 16, 2013, 10:22:21 PM »

Congratulations to WayneB, for rescuing this tasteless little truck from the Black Hole. Your reward is two points!

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Author Topic: SOLVED: WTH # 122 - 1986 Suzuki Samurai Freak Show custom by Robert Rios (Read 1125 times)

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