Suzuki Jimny 1.3 JLX 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Buying nearly new meant nearly full price at the time.
Costs
On going trips to the garage.
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On the road
Driving
Skittish as a lamb when driving over 30mph.
Performance
It gets me where I need to go, just not very fast. However, the heavy snow really made me appreciate the 4x4. Off road use is fine.
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Living with it
Reliability
New seat, interior respray, new electrics x2, new gear box linkage, endless tinkering with the tick-over.
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Despite all the above, I am very fond of this car and will miss it for the fun and good times we have had together.
Comfort
Firm upright seats, but notice just how uncomfortable when you are a passenger. Long journeys are not pleasant.
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Security and Service
Security
Had alarm fitted when I bought it, but would anyone actually pinch it?
Service
Very friendly, but frustrating when they cannot find the fault with the tick-over.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Phantom idling speed problem.
Other
A fun little ruffty-tuffty off roader.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes