1999 Isuzu Rodeo LS review from North America
"I feel so lucky I didn't get the one that's pure garbage"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Problem with either the fuel filter or fuel pump.
CD player skips too easily, and the speakers in the front no longer work.
Anti lock brakes aren't responsive at times.
General comments?
I know everybody calls them lemons, but I really have enjoyed this vehicle.
It's got good pickup and go, and a fairly smooth ride for a truck based SUV.
The 5 speed manual is a must for sure, I haven't had any issues along the line of problems from it.
I have found that it burns oil at a kinda faster pace, but it's nothing that's been insane.
I also noticed that slamming on the brakes in the rain causes the brakes to work poorly.
I got it used, and worked with the guy who owned it previously. He tipped me off cause his wife thought "it was too cruel to the environment." She hates me for buying it, but it's not my problem. He warned me to watch the oil consumption, but it really hasn't given me too many problems.
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| Good riddance! |
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| Not a dependable vehicle |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2L DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100021 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115023 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Rodeo |
| Date of Entry | 11th February, 2009 |