Japanese tuner Damd, identified for its fancy bodykits for the Suzuki Jimny, has a particular tuning kit for the Suzuki Hustler that is inspired by the Jeep Wrangler. The Hustler Carabina has been about for a although, but the tuner not too long ago upgraded it with added components, bringing it to our interest.

The “Carabina” (Spanish and Italian for riffle) is primarily based on the second-gen Suzuki Hustler that was introduced in 2020 in Japan. The round headlights and the boxy shape of the kei auto created it a excellent candidate for a Jeep transformation without having the need to have for numerous bespoke panels.

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The highlight is the Jeep-style grille at the front, with eight vertical slits as an alternative of seven. The grille is combined with an add-on for the bonnet and a redesigned bumper featuring straightforward horizontal lines and a sturdy-searching skidplate. The profile remains unchanged setting aside the addition of the retro-flavored 15-inch wheels which are shod in grippy tires.

Starting this year, Damd is supplying a matching kit for the tail, finishing the Jeep-inspired appears. This consists of new taillights with black covers poking out of the bodywork like in the genuine Jeep Wrangler, and a black trim piece bolted on the tailgate with “Carabina” lettering. Those are combined with a tiny but rugged-searching rear bumper which was currently element of Damd’s “Country” bodykit for the Hustler.

Those who will acquire a Hustler Carabina will probably be adventure-driven individuals. Thus, Damd is supplying a roof rack for carrying added gear, replenishing the lack of space in the tiny boot of the kei auto. Last but not least, the interior can be upgraded with retro-flavored seat covers in beige colour featuring a houndstooth pattern.

The most pricey of the aforementioned components is the cool-searching set of wheels priced at ¥341,000 ($two,533). According to Damd’s official internet site, Hustler owners that want all of the upgrades will have to spend ¥173,800 ($1,291) for the Jeep face (grille, bumper, bonnet add-on), ¥31,900 ($237) for the taillight covers, ¥42,900 ($319) for the tailgate trim, up to ¥75,900 ($564) for the roof rack, ¥63,800 ($474) for the seat covers, and some added for the military-style decal set.

If you ask us, getting a Jeep impersonator demands a suspension lift kit. The conversion would also be greater suited with the Turbo 4×4 variant of the Suzuki Hustler which comes with the strongest accessible 600cc mild-hybrid motor creating 63 hp (47 kW / 64 PS), mated to a CVT and a 4WD program. Note that Suzuki is functioning on a totally electric Hustler set to debut in Japan sometime in the subsequent handful of years.