{"id":20,"date":"2026-06-01T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suzukijimny4x4.com\/?page_id=20"},"modified":"2026-06-01T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T06:00:00","slug":"buying","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/suzukijimny4x4.com\/?page_id=20","title":{"rendered":"Buying & Ownership"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Buying & Ownership<\/p>

The Complete Suzuki Jimny Buying Guide<\/h1>

Every generation explained, every market covered, every question answered \u2014 so you buy the right Jimny for the way you’ll actually use it.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Which Generation is Right for You?<\/h2>

The Jimny has evolved across four distinct generations. Understanding the differences before you shop is the single biggest thing you can do to buy well.<\/p>

JB74 \/ JB64 (2018\u2013Present)<\/h3>

Modern retro. Proper ladder-frame, revised K15B engine, excellent off-road geometry. The one most buyers want.<\/p>

JB74 guide \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

JB23 \/ JB43 (1998\u20132018)<\/h3>

The affordable classic. Proven, simple, enormous parts support. The smart budget buy.<\/p>

JB23 guide \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

SJ \/ Samurai (pre-1998)<\/h3>

The original. Characterful and cheap. Buy with clear eyes and a good mechanic.<\/p>

SJ guide \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Essential Buying Guides<\/h2>

\u2605 Complete Buyer’s Guide 2026<\/h3>

Every generation, every decision, every question in one comprehensive guide.<\/p>

Read the guide \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

3-Door vs 5-Door<\/h3>

Available markets, dimensions, usability \u2014 which version suits you?<\/p>

Compare \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

Pre-Purchase Checklist<\/h3>

27 things to check before you sign. Works for every generation.<\/p>

Get checklist \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Running Costs Breakdown<\/h4>

See what it costs \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

Resale Value Guide<\/h4>

Resale guide \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

Jimny vs Wrangler<\/h4>

Compare \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>

Market Guides (ZA \u00b7 IN \u00b7 AU \u00b7 UK)<\/h4>

Market guides \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Stay Informed<\/p>

The Compact Conqueror Newsletter<\/h3>

Mod guides, trail reports, owner spotlights and Jimny news \u2014 free, every week.<\/p>

Subscribe Free<\/a><\/div>
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