Suzuki Mighty Boy

Based on the principles and regulations of the Japanese keijidosha class of vehicles, the MightyBoy is a coupe utility variation of the 2nd generation, 2-door fastback Suzuki Cervo.

Released in 1983, it was equipped with an 534 cc SOHC 3 cylinder transverse-mounted engine (F5A), however unlike its cousin the Cervo, no turbo was available.

Driving the front wheels through a 4-speed manual or optional 2-speed automatic gearbox, the F5A motor delivered 19 kW of power at the flywheel. Model designation for the Suzuki MightyBoy is "SS40T".

1st generation MightyBoys were fitted with 10" wheels, and sported a horizontally finned grille, identical to the Cervo. A feature unique to the MightyBoy were the seats, which although still similar to those featured in the Cervo CS/G, featured a customised embossed "MightyBoy" logo.

2nd generation Mightyboys received minor cosmetic upgrades, including a restyled front grille and mirrors. In addition the range was extended to two variants:

PS-A - This 'base' model carried over the 10" wheels from the 1st generation MightyBoy and was available with a 4 speed manual transmission only.

PS-L and PS-QL - This model was equipped with bucket seats, larger 12" wheels, chrome roof/tie-down rails, and a tachometer. In contrast to the base model, a choice of 2-speed automatic or 5-speed manual gearbox was offered.

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Having once owned a Mighty Boy, and hope to again one day soon, I've had the pleasure of driving the small yet proud vehicle. I used it primarily to get myself to and from work, though I wouldn't recommend it if the commute is greater than 30 minutes. I used about $10 to $15 a FORTNIGHT in fuel.

I also used it to move house once. Surprisingly you can fit a fair bit in the back, even if it looks about the size of an esky. In fact you could fit about half a dozen eskies in the back. Or just fill the tray up with ice and use the vehicle itself as an esky.

The next Mighty Boy I get (my wife promised me she'd get me another one) I'll have the tray lined.

As of Thursday 22nd February 2007 I am again, the proud owner of a Suzuki Mighty Boy.

It's red, in very good condition. Bought from a 76 year old woman who has owned it for 15 years.

I've spoken to my two young sons (14 and 12) and they're starting now to save up money to buy their own so it can be their first car.