1989 Suzuki Sierra JX review from Australia and New Zealand
"Nothing I have come across is this much fun"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Collapsed spark plugs. head gasket blown (before I owned it). Broken pin in gearshift lever.
General comments?
Probably the most ingenious 4x4 I have ever driven. Practically unstoppable.
It's a lot of fun to drive, its like a go-kart on bigger wheels.
Kinda needs an alarm if you intend on hanging onto it for a while, the second day I had it I had a woman walk up to me and say "I want you car" I felt rather nervous after that.
Hardly a luxury car, but who cares. Take the roof off, and you get a luxury few can have.
Shame about the parts though, Suzuki don't make anything cheap.. i.e. a coil for the magna cost me $35... $140 for the Sierra.
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| Great for going on the beach, sand and town driving |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.28 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 179000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 189000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Magna |
| Date of Entry | 9th November, 2003 |