Can any experienced 4X4 master guide me whether to buy an Isuzu Trooper 1989 or not. I?m getting one from Islamabad @ 3.75lacs asking. Plz advise as I?m looking for my first 4X4
If it's your first 4x4 than go for Pajero or Land Cruiser. Finding parts for Isuzu Trooper can be a headache or near impossible.
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A big No .
Thank you guys. I think even two sincere suggestions by the great guns are enough, I've dropped the idea of the Trooper. And now should I buy a 3 door or 5 door Pajero ( max 5 lacs)
without engine gear and without winch rawalpindi num token clear final 4 lac
@veitnam Sir to be very honest what is an engine gear?? How does it affect the vehicle?? What is the fuel average of this Jeep??
@mitsu_man What should be the price of a 1992 Exceed 2.4. One is advertised on PW @ 7 lacs which I found a bit suspicious, it shouldn't be that cheap?? Should I opt for a 5 door 89 or a fully loaded 3 door 86One thing i ve noticed about old Pajero's is the taping in dashboards.
Waiting for your expert reply please
@veitnam meant to say that there's no engine and gear in the jeep and it will be sold without winch also
@shamaal Got it bro,I also guessed the same but since never owned a 4X4 I thought it must be some special device on it lolz.
Pajero is a good thing to start with .
Better try to find any thing 89-93 But should be 4D56 TDI
As the one with 4m40 are expensive .
Rocky can also be a cheap option to start with .
any old jeep means get ready to visit workshops every week as they been driven hard clocked, suspension knackered injectors alot of work be ready for that! and 7km to a ltr average in city!Isuz trooper isnt bad used by FC in KPK parts arent available easily, get the landcruiser 3 door or pajero non turbo 3 door 1993 model.
@joinami and @crashd thanx a lot for your valuable suggestions. A 1990 Pajero 1990 with Toyota 3S (originally owned by legendary actor Mohd Ali) is up for offer, looks pretty decent. They're asking 5.5, I've offered 4.5. Will keep you guys posted. Thanx
If 4x4 is connected and working than go ahead otherwise not a good idea .
@joinami thanx stayed away from that Pajero, 4X4 not working. Also read one of your earlier comment in thread to avoid 3S engine on Pajero. Still looking for that 1st 4x4.................
A friend recently got a 90 3 door pajero painted it black spent alot changed engine islamabad number with shahzor engine car is a pain every day at workshop tweeking this or that not worth it toyota are better than most!
Ohhh so these old Pajero's are a big gamble, you mean???? What about 1990-91 Prado??
Yes a beat up Pajero or Prado will take u everyday to Mechanic Baba. Try to get 1990 Pajero 3 Door probably with 2.5TDI. Specially if it's body changed than do ask for body tax. If its all good than go for it. 5 door has 4 coil springs which is quite comfortable compared to 3 door. But finding one in pristine condition is becoming very difficult nowadays.
Sorry I have no clue about the SUVs world ...but if ever I decided to jump into this lane, 4x4 wali, and that too with a limited budget, I might look for a 'baby jeep' ... something like a 110cc cc Mini Pajero. Because I believe the newer is always better. (You can paste a sticker on the back saying 'bara ho mein Pajero banoongi' )
@tm well said " bars ho ke men Pajero banongi" hahahahaPersonally feel the older Pajero's and Prados are far more robust and reliable with their 4X4 capabilities. The newer ones are more SHO SHA
Trooper is a capable rig provided you can source the parts.......And running after parts halfway around the world is not my idea of owning something unless its a collector's piece.....Anything from the 80's and 90's would be a workshop visitor.....Frequent......Maybe.....Even if its the Pakistani's fav brand 'Yota.....Remember it is 2016.....If size and long hauls are not a consideration.....Get a Pajero Mini or a Jimny 2012-3.....Otherwise rest all bigger and seriously older 4x4s.....Shall tune you up as a mechanic for sure!