1987 Dodge Raider review from North America
"The Raider rules!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the manifold in October of 2000, It now needs a new pilot bearing at 138,000 miles, so I am replacing the entire clutch to be safe.
The AC finally needs new gaskets and a recharge at 14 years of age.
General comments?
This car is amazingly reliable and will go places you would never imagine off road. There has NEVER been a time that it wouldn't start.
The Mitsubishi 4 cylinder is probably the most reliable engine ever made, in ALL climates. It is a little slow on the road, but off road, it can go anywhere a Jeep can and is MUCH more comfortable.
Also, you can put a killer sound system in this baby very easily. If only they made new cars as sound as the Raider...
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| Great so far |
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| Excellent through anything you or mother nature can throw at it |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6 L Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 107000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 138000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd July, 2001 |