Mitsubishi Shogun Sport (1998 - 2006) 2.5 TD GLX Challenger 5d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
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What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It is admired for what it is.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, it's been a good car.
What are you likely to buy next?
Land Rover Discovery LPG V8
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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?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, part exchanged a Daihatsu against the Mitsubishi, for a fair price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I have to travel to a remote river bank, where I have a boat moored, and needed a capable 4x4.
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice and smooth. It's got loads of torque, excellent for overtaking, and handles very well for the size of the vehicle.
What's it like to park?
No problems, good all round view.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Small items, turbo valve, rear brake caliper seized, but it's now done 161000 miles, so these can be expected.
What's most practical about your car?
It's relatively economical, I get about 32mpg average, but I don't thrash it.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Select on the move 4 wheel drive, it's great if it's muddy when I arrive at the track along the river bank, no stopping.
