1989 Nissan Patrol DX review from Jamaica
"Real go anywhere vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch cylinder went bad.
Currently replacing tires.
Gearbox won't go into fourth (haven't fixed that yet)
Hub won't lock (lack of use I imagine)
General comments?
This car is amazing, I had an 87 MQ UTE before (sd33) and this feels even more powerful. I have not been able to drive it off-road yet, but if it's like the MQ, then it should be almost unstoppable. I also understand from friends who own them, that it is more comfortable than the MQ off-road.
My next vehicle will be a GU, as I was hooked from the time I had the MQ. I have read where it is said that the vehicle is slow on road, but I have no problem, as it seems to overtake quite well (keeping in mind that it is a two ton truck). It could use a little more power going uphill though (may install a turbo later).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Patrol |
| Date of Entry | 10th June, 2009 |