The Story Behind Jake Winterton’s 1972 Suzuki LJ10 Jimny

STORY BY DEVAN ENCE

PHOTOS BY BART CEPEK

When it comes to unique builds, few can top what Jake Winterton has done with his 1972 Suzuki LJ10 Jimny. Painted in House of Kolor’s Tangelo Pearl Orange, this rare off-road machine is something you don't see every day. According to Jake, "No one has built one the way I have," and that’s a statement backed by one-of-a-kind modifications and creative fabrication. Only three of these models were imported into the USA, and this one is setting a new standard.

From the start, the goal was clear. Jake wanted to build something entirely custom, from the frame to the drivetrain. A full-body stretch of 24 inches and bead-rolled sides that match the factory body lines was just the beginning. Backyard Customz handled the bodywork, and the result is a unique fusion of factory aesthetics with modern touches. The stock fenders were customized, and the addition of JW Speaker black LED projector headlights and a custom LED chase bar round out the lighting package.