Highlights

Homologated and certified for four seats — unusual for Italian-registered LJ80s
Italian MOT (revisione) valid until October 2027
Comes with half-doors, full-size doors, hard top kit, bikini top, and static cover
Garaged and used only in dry weather by both the current and previous owners

The Appeal

The Suzuki LJ80 is one of the most characterful small 4x4s of its era. Lightweight, mechanically simple, and full of charm, these compact workhorses have earned a devoted following. This yellow example, affectionately known as 'La Stupenda' by local admirers in Genoa, is a rare four-seat homologated variant, setting it apart from the majority of Italian-registered LJ80s, which are typically registered as two-seat commercial vehicles.

Offered with a versatile array of configuration options - including half-doors, full-size doors, a bikini top, and a hard top kit - the LJ80 can be tailored to suit the occasion. It's comfortably passed its Italian MOT without issue, which is valid until October 2027, and is only being sold as the owner is relocating abroad for work.

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Key Information

Mileage: 68,178 km (unverifiable; the vendor states the condition supports the reading)
Country of registration: Italy
Technical inspection status: Revisione valid until October 2027
Technical specs: 797cc four-stroke engine, 4-speed manual transmission
Paperwork: Limited documentation; records of work carried out by the current owner only

The Detail

Maintained by a local mechanic in Genoa
Originally purchased in Germany before being acquired by the current owner in northern Italy in 2025
Yellow paintwork presents well with some gentle imperfections up close and within the cabin
Small 10 cm dent on the right rear corner has been professionally repaired
All tyres, including the spare, have plenty of tread and are mounted on white steel wheels
Hard top kit included in kit form; trial-fitted by the mechanic but requires further work on fit
Bikini top from the previous owner and an unused static cover are included in the sale
All switches function correctly, including lights, choke, indicators, and wipers
Fuel gauge occasionally sticks but frees itself and reads accurately
New red seat belts fitted to both front seats and rear jump seats
Full-size doors included; window mechanism and door locks fitted to one door, with all remaining parts sourced from LJ Holland in the Netherlands
Cold starting can take a few attempts due to an aftermarket kill switch box on the dashboard; the mechanic advises removal is straightforward
Reverse gear functions but is slightly harder to locate than the forward gears
Equipped with a selection box for 4WD and low ratios
Drum brakes and steering reported to work as expected for the type
The vendor describes the engine as perky and top class, revving freely and reliably

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