1995 Isuzu Rodeo LX review from North America
"Great Value"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well, 206,000 miles, I have had one injector go bad, replaced them all. I have replaced the starter. The rear shackle bushings wore out, this is common, you get a knocking sound around corners, they were about $8 for parts. Had problems with power window and electric door locks. Rear door auto window unlock rusted out the small return spring. I just rusted my tail pipe. Y pipe rusted out. Still original exhaust. Original Alternator, it was recalled, but never replaced it. I hate the lug nuts. On 4th timing belt, Word to wise, REPLACE THE TENSIONER every other belt. I just started to experience knocking in engine, turned out to be tensioner losing it's hold. I also have the anti lock brake light sticking on, please let me know if you know what that is.
General comments?
When I bought it I was hoping to get 100k out of it. Isuzu dealer told me they typically were getting traded in with 250k. I am at 206k and running fine. I see some of these cars for sale with 100k, I think, wow, good value, it's just broken in! I do change the oil every 3000 miles. It has always burned about one quart between changes. I am on original clutch. And I have towed some heavy trailers long distances, once I towed about 6000 lbs, never again... Too heavy. (I am good with a clutch). I have been happy with the value of this vehicle.
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| Forget luxury; the '95 Rodeo was engineered for reliability and performance |
| Reliable, nice-looking car at a fine price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 206000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Trooper |
| Date of Entry | 16th February, 2006 |