Best thing about a Suzuki such as this being your first car is the sheer, reliability! I've had her 4 years and she's not troubled me once, no maintenance besides regular oil change/ service. Not a single failed part.
That's where Suzuki stand alone from others. Nowadays, people are running behind unreliable cars over some fancy features and making fun of Suzuki (keeping aside the safety)
Here in Kerala there is also a well known 1.6 swapped zen with produces about 135 bhp..on cherry red colour..plz check it out ...it's acceleration is insane
This car doesn't need to be swap if you don't have to it is fast enough. I have now a 2003 model which is faster than any car in the uphill. Never such car had came into my life. Zen I love you.
If you have the budget go for a k24a1 VTEC, or a Maruti j24b from Kizashi, or low on budget? G16B from Baleno, or the M16a from the SX4 (yes the same engine was used in zc32 swift sport with 135 bhp na)
In this engine the owner can add some Honda d series engine parts like head assemble and some small stuff with some tune this will easily do 120 hp and cuz of light weight it can easily compete with build Hondas not k24 on k tuner but surely others
Wow. Zen was always a great cart to drive. Can only imagine the rush with 1.6. Guy's I have a run of the mill Hyundai Verna 4S 1.6 NA. Any bright ideas to spruce it up. Thanks
Hey i don't wanna put anyone down here but what about the maintenance part ?? As we all know how zen were kept! So we have to change the suspension, bushes, brake, in worst case the windshield too... So it might seem cheaper on paper but it's a different story when it comes to real world..
Hii all. Personally I don't feel carbon and Steel superior from any other colours. Secondly Buy a zen with different colour and just repaint it and RTO will charge not more than 3-4k for proper validating the colour changing on Rc book. Mine is White 2001 model. Fully modified and trust me it still gets on with half of ignition and runs like charm. I drive it like I'm driving a car in NFS game and people around go extremely crazy. Yes I have Headers and exhaust sounds very clean and loud from around 2.5k rpm. I had bought this car for listening music SPL and to make people go crazy. Peace and drive safely.
Is it OK to buy a old 2007 Esteem or 07 Baleno in today's time ? I really think it would be great beater car for commutes and short drives especially the Baleno . It was much better than Esteem in all aspects . I am afraid of the rusting issues and maintenance cost on a old Baleno 😕 😪 somehow
You can go for the Esteem as it was sold for many years as compared to the Baleno. Also as the body style of the Esteem stayed relatively unchanged (Maruti 1000 - Esteem) spare parts are relatively easy to come by and reasonably priced.
@@CroftVan Thank you 😊 But the thing about Esteem and Baleno is that they are built on the same platform but Baleno being a C segment sedan was more robust well put together, Esteem feels flimsy and very light whereas Baleno was right there with its Japanese rivals at its time plus its got a better ride and handling balance along with highway stability. Quality of materials used is much better and feels durable in Baleno actually. I still see a few Balenos running on the road today also but yes they are rare compared to Esteem obviously but that's because maruti suzuki didn't position it well from the start itself. Hence it didn't sell otherwise its a great car to have. People who own it are really happy even today also. Anyway let's say I buy an old Esteem or even a Baleno as a beater car for daily commutes and short drives, where can I get good quality spares ? Because it will be hard to find good quality spare parts for such old cars. I know about Boodmo.com and partsbigboss.com which deal in spare parts but don't know how credible they are. And suppose I buy it and one day the Engine just dies after a few days or few months of ownership? Where could I possibly get a new Engine block for it? That's my real concern 😟 😨 which stops me from investing in this venture.
@@aashutoshbhagat2677 Understand your concern. When buying make sure you have a trustworthy garage/mechanic at hand. As far as am aware G13B/G16B are well built/ robust engines. In regards to spares original MGP spare parts are available from MGP spare part outlets. If you are based in Mumbai/Pune then there are well established spare part shops. Boodmo is 90% reliable but you have to plan ahead to allow for delivery lead times. GoMechanic is also coming up as a good/competitive alternative.
@@CroftVan Sorry to bug you again but I have to ask this ; Can the k12 (swift)or k14(ciaz and 1st gen Ertiga) engines fit inside the engine bay of Esteem ? There wasn't too many electric sensors in it as its from BS4 era. Correct me if I am wrong. I am asking because maruti suzuki has stopped providing spare parts for old cars like Esteem, omni baleno etc , I heard this few times on team bhp forum and outside too . Hence the doubt.
My brother used to have zen which had the Swift sport 1.3L (sold abroad) engine and gearbox with Kone suspension and rally wheels. You can guess the top speed and power 😁
depends upon the space you have goodies likes power steering and ac takes up space but still a k12 can go in an alto problem lies with the tuning see these newer engines have a lot of sensors and therefore require a lot of tuning you'd end up spending a lot on an alto and honestly altos drive kinda bad main reason why these swaps are of old engines because they have few sensors infact many of them have just 1or2 like honda's b15 that thing has a vacuum advanced distributer for timing which screams easy swap early 2000s honda city had b15 engine made around 100hp but thats not important it had a redline of 8000 rpm that engine and gearbox is an easy swap but still alto is a great car but it drives nothing like a zen easiest: get yourself an old honda city good driving great engine practical great parts support and a real strong community in south there's a banglore based tuning company named race concepts they specialise in type 2 honda cities
You guys are doing a good job. One suggestion though, ask the owners of the cars you are featuring to wash their cars at least before the feature. It says a lot about the driver when the car is not just quick but also clean..... Take cues from Bangalore and Kerala Car Enthusiasts.....
We assure you the people who lend us these cars are thorough enthusiasts, but since it was a rainy day, even if you clean the car before the shoot, by the time we reach the shoot location, it gets dirty again.
Best thing about a Suzuki such as this being your first car is the sheer, reliability! I've had her 4 years and she's not troubled me once, no maintenance besides regular oil change/ service. Not a single failed part.
That's where Suzuki stand alone from others. Nowadays, people are running behind unreliable cars over some fancy features and making fun of Suzuki (keeping aside the safety)
@@pringlessorted4644 Couldn't have said it better. 👏
truer words were never been said🙌🏻
@@pringlessorted4644and even making fun of them for no reason despite the car exiling in its segment , haters will hate but sales will not
Is it stock zen
We've had this car for over 2 decades now and still a BEAST 🔥🔥
☺️
Have 99' Zen 1.0l carb California gold...saving up money for the swap..thanks for this video
Not sure if this should be called a B-Zen or E-Zen. Frankenstein project in totality 💜
B-Zen since this has the Baleno's 1.6 mill. E-Zen would be a Zen with 1.3 from Esteem.
@@Torquesteered yeah it is a B Zen carbon obviously but it’s got a few bits off the Esteem as well so it was just a name game
@@bhaiturbo its named by the engine
Here in Kerala there is also a well known 1.6 swapped zen with produces about 135 bhp..on cherry red colour..plz check it out ...it's acceleration is insane
Please Upload video of Zen 1.6 swapped 🙏
@@doubleriber9 ua-cam.com/video/Bd09jsv4MZM/v-deo.htmlsi=4kQM5eimPZKetjcs
Bhawal hai bhai 160 ank band karke bhag rahi hai
@@doubleriber9 plz search zen 1.6 on revokid vlogs channel
This car doesn't need to be swap if you don't have to it is fast enough. I have now a 2003 model which is faster than any car in the uphill. Never such car had came into my life. Zen I love you.
loved the last buyer's advice! would love that for a Honda city type 2 VTEC too 👀
Yes, it's going to be a theme in every Autoculture video from now onwards!
Dream project for my zen
So far best information video out there on zen. Much love and respect from Nepal. Cheers guys
This is real mod culture
I have a zen tiger and I have seen one guy doing a swap with a swift engine but using a esteem gearbox, imagine the power and fuel efficiency.❤
The colour make the car absolutely killing
Have you ever heard of the Zen's AWD Japanese counterpart? The Cervo Mode?
That's not Cervo mode it's Cervo mode rs turbo (660cc awd just like the cappuccino, but 90 bhp)
My b zen being faster than a bmw 😂. Feelin proud😎
Imagine this car fitted with baleno rs engine the 1 lt boosterjet 🥳🥳
Man.. I was waiting for such videofor so long.Add the brakers cost also in the pin comments
Under 5,000 but one needs 13 inch wheels to fit the bigger brakes.
Bro if we swap engine is there any rto work we have to do like taking permission or anything like that Or it okay o do engine swap?? Please answer
that's one clean zen
That's really dope man
Hi I currently own a maruti 800 and would it be possible to do this 1.6 swap for it I would like to discuss in detail about this please❤❤
What Maruti engines are swappable for a 2017 Maruti Swift ? Its a VDi so I'm interested in a possible petrol engine swap.
If you have the budget go for a k24a1 VTEC, or a Maruti j24b from Kizashi, or low on budget? G16B from Baleno, or the M16a from the SX4 (yes the same engine was used in zc32 swift sport with 135 bhp na)
What will you do to match the engine number and the paper works.... I always had this question in my mind
Who’s going to check it. 🤫
@@SiddhantPokle when testing the car
Any way to get SGP parts for baleno 1.6?
Nice video. I’d suggest you guys get a GoPro to record videos while inside the vehicle.
Can we use the g16b engine in 2020 celerio?
do you think you can create a similar build with an esteem???
This is a Jellybean Grille and can you let me know if you come across something of this model. I want to buy one for self.
i have the Zen LXi 2003 model and the local servicing guy said 35k for just rust repair, denting and painting.
I have also three zen car one is steel and one is carbon and third is classic 🎂
Make a video on that zen awd build....plz....
Just asking a question, can we swap a ivtec engine on old Honda city type2?
4:20 Holy Water!💧
In this engine the owner can add some Honda d series engine parts like head assemble and some small stuff with some tune this will easily do 120 hp and cuz of light weight it can easily compete with build Hondas not k24 on k tuner but surely others
Amazing bro superb👌👌👌👌support from assam(north lakhimpur)
Straight patches are slippery 😂 wbu iced roads of hp 😅😅 still enjoyin driftin..
Wow. Zen was always a great cart to drive. Can only imagine the rush with 1.6.
Guy's I have a run of the mill Hyundai Verna 4S 1.6 NA. Any bright ideas to spruce it up. Thanks
1st... Coilover(if available) and soft compound tyres.
Then may be a remap, filter, exhaust.
Turbo kit.
Try to improve the boat like steering of Hyundai.
@Akashdeep Baruah majority hyundai's are like that 🤣
@@Moonlight-hq3gi I found even the elantra which is top of the line Hyundai, to be the same.
Which suzuki model is compitable with zen radiator and radiator fan. Kindly reply....
How much bhp she's producing?
10:15 is that the oil leaking? looks like a thick liquid
Ac water.
What is the tyre size
for engine swap, is rto permission needed?
They don't need to know
just don't tell lol
I want to swap with Polo TSI engine. Is it possible ??
Still looking for a zen carbon!! 😢
If you convert this model to zen type 2 it will look like a sport car
Is it legal ? I am thinking to get a Maruti zen and geting all the things done under 2 lakhs instead of getting a bike
Can U please mention the Shop, were the work was done!
What about mileage?
What about milage bro
is there any way we can legally swap the engine? pls rely..
Can I swap my 1991 model maruti 800 with any powerful engine? It have a carburetor engine .
alto or wagonr 1.1 engine
Hey i don't wanna put anyone down here but what about the maintenance part ?? As we all know how zen were kept! So we have to change the suspension, bushes, brake, in worst case the windshield too... So it might seem cheaper on paper but it's a different story when it comes to real world..
My fav car forever❤
Give us more information about the Swap done by whom nd contact details please 🙏
Is it legal to swap your engine?
Illegal
Hii all. Personally I don't feel carbon and Steel superior from any other colours. Secondly Buy a zen with different colour and just repaint it and RTO will charge not more than 3-4k for proper validating the colour changing on Rc book. Mine is White 2001 model. Fully modified and trust me it still gets on with half of ignition and runs like charm. I drive it like I'm driving a car in NFS game and people around go extremely crazy. Yes I have Headers and exhaust sounds very clean and loud from around 2.5k rpm. I had bought this car for listening music SPL and to make people go crazy. Peace and drive safely.
I think the carbon and steel are special because they have 2 doors, not their colours.
Can we swap v6 accord engine on zen???
Make a video on Baleno 1.6 Stock & Mint. G16b
Are we able to put a turbo charger I think car
Is it leaking oil? in the last shot?
Are these cars road legal according to maharashtra rto?
does zen's transmission direct fix to baleno's engine?
Has He Changed the ECM ?? Or Suspension Set up for that Matter ??
Where could I find those alloys?
Please talk about rto permissions too plss
Can 1.6l swap work on maruti 800…?
Definitely
@@anonymous-qm6pl many says there is not enough space for that?
Broo who is tht Goa zen owner with the 4x4 swap from the gypsy
Where can I get these alloy wheels ?
Can you please reply with the tyre size...
Can I do this on a maruti 800?
I own a 2017 ALto 800, is such swap possible with the car? Are mountings similar to the baleno?😁Would like to know about it
No brother it cannot be swap . The zen come with a g10 b which is similar to baleno and esteem one ( g13b,g16b) . It’s a very good bolt on swap
how is this legal in India ?
waiting for someone to swap alto K10 k-series engine with a swift or baleno k-series engine
Is this engine swap is legal?
1:58 Is that really your friend's App 😂, if thats real show ur annual earning from that app
Engine swap is legal india?
Nope
Vtec engine swap to zen possible??
Yess, but takes a Lil bit of effort
If you go for a swap then the zen is not just a car it's a drag car
Bai Tyre size???
Wanted it in an original black
Is it OK to buy a old 2007 Esteem or 07 Baleno in today's time ? I really think it would be great beater car for commutes and short drives especially the Baleno . It was much better than Esteem in all aspects . I am afraid of the rusting issues and maintenance cost on a old Baleno 😕 😪 somehow
You can go for the Esteem as it was sold for many years as compared to the Baleno. Also as the body style of the Esteem stayed relatively unchanged (Maruti 1000 - Esteem) spare parts are relatively easy to come by and reasonably priced.
@@CroftVan Thank you 😊
But the thing about Esteem and Baleno is that they are built on the same platform but Baleno being a C segment sedan was more robust well put together, Esteem feels flimsy and very light whereas Baleno was right there with its Japanese rivals at its time plus its got a better ride and handling balance along with highway stability. Quality of materials used is much better and feels durable in Baleno actually. I still see a few Balenos running on the road today also but yes they are rare compared to Esteem obviously but that's because maruti suzuki didn't position it well from the start itself. Hence it didn't sell otherwise its a great car to have. People who own it are really happy even today also.
Anyway let's say I buy an old Esteem or even a Baleno as a beater car for daily commutes and short drives, where can I get good quality spares ? Because it will be hard to find good quality spare parts for such old cars. I know about Boodmo.com and partsbigboss.com which deal in spare parts but don't know how credible they are.
And suppose I buy it and one day the Engine just dies after a few days or few months of ownership? Where could I possibly get a new Engine block for it? That's my real concern 😟 😨 which stops me from investing in this venture.
@@aashutoshbhagat2677 Understand your concern. When buying make sure you have a trustworthy garage/mechanic at hand. As far as am aware G13B/G16B are well built/ robust engines. In regards to spares original MGP spare parts are available from MGP spare part outlets. If you are based in Mumbai/Pune then there are well established spare part shops. Boodmo is 90% reliable but you have to plan ahead to allow for delivery lead times. GoMechanic is also coming up as a good/competitive alternative.
@@CroftVan Thank you very much 😊
@@CroftVan Sorry to bug you again but I have to ask this ; Can the k12 (swift)or k14(ciaz and 1st gen Ertiga) engines fit inside the engine bay of Esteem ? There wasn't too many electric sensors in it as its from BS4 era. Correct me if I am wrong.
I am asking because maruti suzuki has stopped providing spare parts for old cars like Esteem, omni baleno etc , I heard this few times on team bhp forum and outside too . Hence the doubt.
No cold startup and the saddest pull ever :(
does it have LSD?
Correction: 3:44 the zen weighs 680 kilos
Front grill needs to be re-aligned
Awesome
My brother used to have zen which had the Swift sport 1.3L (sold abroad) engine and gearbox with Kone suspension and rally wheels.
You can guess the top speed and power 😁
Swift sport had m16 engine
Is this car legal??
Yes. On a track.
This vehicle is only suitable for tracks or personal property and is not authorized for use on Indian roads according to the Indian Motor Vehicle Act.
Something is dripping from the engine at10:03
ac water
Can a old or new Alto engine be swap with a Baleno 1.6 engine or a new 1.4 Suzuki caze engine or 1.2 k-series engine....plz ans.......
U can't swap 1.6 but u could go for the k series family like k14
@@muzic2278 ok thanks for information......but what you will prepare....
@@muzic2278 is it will be direct swap or some modifications have to be done on the chassis....
@@arijitdas2529 don't know much about k series swapping. Don't know if wiring and gearbox needed swapping
depends upon the space you have
goodies likes power steering and ac takes up space
but still a k12 can go in an alto
problem lies with the tuning
see these newer engines have a lot of sensors and therefore require a lot of tuning
you'd end up spending a lot on an alto and honestly altos drive kinda bad
main reason why these swaps are of old engines because they have few sensors infact many of them have just 1or2
like honda's b15 that thing has a vacuum advanced distributer for timing which screams easy swap
early 2000s honda city had b15 engine made around 100hp
but thats not important
it had a redline of 8000 rpm
that engine and gearbox is an easy swap but still alto is a great car but it drives nothing like a zen
easiest: get yourself an old honda city
good driving
great engine
practical
great parts support
and a real strong community in south
there's a banglore based tuning company named race concepts they specialise in type 2 honda cities
Bro forgot to mention brakes in the list...
Great brother
No videos about honda jazz???
You guys are doing a good job. One suggestion though, ask the owners of the cars you are featuring to wash their cars at least before the feature. It says a lot about the driver when the car is not just quick but also clean..... Take cues from Bangalore and Kerala Car Enthusiasts.....
We assure you the people who lend us these cars are thorough enthusiasts, but since it was a rainy day, even if you clean the car before the shoot, by the time we reach the shoot location, it gets dirty again.
What about a maruti 800
i think it should have wider tyres idk why
Is this legal
Looks great, stops shoddily, and is front heavy due to the g16b , a good start but a mediocre build at best.
He also has a turbo swift, thats bonkers fast and stops bonkers quick too.
must be great fun tho. weaknesses add to the fun.
Drive shaft problem will come if you take it for autocross
Is anyone willing to sell their zen?
I literally commented this on your Zen restoration video today.
"If that Zen had a bigger engine with 100hp".
CRAZY!!