Isuzu Trooper

Year / Model Reviewed:
pre 1997 Trooper

Summary:
(pre 1997 Model) - I haven't had any mechanical problems with it with 70,000 miles, with the exception of the spark plug wires going bad. Like the other reviewer said, watch the oil...mine needs about 1 quart per 2000 miles. First japanese vehicle that I've owned that required oil between oil changes.

Strengths:
Cavernous size, reliability, supportive seats on LS model

Weaknesses:
Wind noise under windshield trim, slightly underpowered (mine is 1995 model, only 175 hp), oil consumption, cheapo cloth on seats, high center of gravity

Summary:
(pre 1997 Model) - I paid only $20,000 for this baby in 1997, and have been happy ever since. Keep changing the oil and everything else seems to keep on ticking. Have had it off road (nothing serious) and in 4-wheel and these features are very easy to access and use. Lots of space in back seat and in storage area in back. Happy!

Strengths:
Very reliable

Weaknesses:
None thus far