SC100 Suzuki Cervo

suzuki sc100 whizzkid gx in iceland blue metallic (09r)

for export, suzuki transformed cervo sc100, first introduced in april 1978. sc100 known in uk nickname whizzkid . three-cylinder engine replaced rear-mounted 970 cc four-cylinder f10a engine (later used in sj410) developing 47 ps (35 kw). top speed 142.8 km/h (89 mph) in contemporary test. body differed cervo s in windshield not steeply raked, necessitating different doorframe , side window well. square headlights used in european markets, either round or square ones used elsewhere. in european markets grille incorporated chunky indicator lenses, positioned in space underneath bumper – these openings blanked plastic grilles.

in uk available lavishly equipped sc100 gx, while in other countries offered cx or more luxurious cx-g. gx, cigar lighter, reclining front seats, , independent all-round suspension, sold £2,400 upon introduction (the larger alto of same period sold £3375). marketing campaign further helped enthusiastic owner, late ljk setright, long-time car magazine columnist. other markets included netherlands, hong kong, south africa, new zealand , several latin american countries.

it sold in europe 1979 1982, when production ended. there 1 model change, when dashboard , column switches modified in january 1980. demand outstripping supply, british importer heron suzuki sold 4696 sc100s in britain, car has since gained minor classic status. nimag sold 3290 sc100s in netherlands, while 1299 remaining cars delivered new zealand, south africa, , latin america. production includes chilean ss80 version. of mid 2014, there 96 whizzkids registered driver , vehicle licensing agency (dvla) in uk.