Isuzu Trooper (1992 - 2003) 3.0 TD Citation 5d Auto (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Absolutely nothing if i was like it i'd commit suicide.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
The sooner its gone the better.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not if it was the only car left in the world, total lack of trust in.
What are you likely to buy next?
Already on order Suzuki XL7 2.7 auto.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,500
When did you buy the car?
November 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
No it was a totally unreliable and despite apparent service history turned out to be an ill maintained and abused unreliable motor.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
NEEDED LARGE 4X4 FOR TOWING, ISUZUS SUPOSED TOI BE VERY RELIABLE.
What was the dealer like?
Very good and although a bit tardy in communication did at least try to resolve some of the issues.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Slow off the mark, wobbles about on the steering, feels like it has square wheels over bumps.
What's it like to park?
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, BEST LOCK OF ANY 4X4 I'VE DRIVEN, YOU CAN SEE OVER EVERYTHING AND EVERYONE GETS OUT OF ITS WAY.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Rear brakes useless radiator needed replacing injector seals needed replacing cam belt needed replacing water pump needed replacing cylinder head was porous and needed replacing tracking way out and one tyre ran off local service garage inspection reported various leaks, worn suspension, various lighting issues all mot failures.
What's most practical about your car?
Only saving grace is the size and space inside.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Absolutely none.
