1996 Suzuki Vitara JLX review from Iceland
"OH BOB (License plate says OH 808)"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel pump died and the fuel filter was clogged.
I adjusted the valve clearance at 158,000 due to excessive knocking. Now it is silent.
Dash lights were dead when I bought the vehicle, I replaced those at around 160,000.
Front drivers side wheel bearing had gone south. I blame the previous owner for not lubricating it correctly and adjusting. It had overheated either from too much tightness or lack of lubrication.
That's the only thing that has gone wrong while I own the car and I blame dirty gasoline.
General comments?
The car has the 5.125:1 final drive ratio, 96 horsepower. And weighs 1300KG (1,3) TON.
The car has modified suspension, 3" lift on the body and 2" on the suspension. Which eventually puts a lot more stress on everything, but yet it is very comfortable to drive.
It handles like a charm, and driving in the city is just like driving a normal little family car.
It's quick to jump into traffic, not like other 4x4 cars.
Small and easy to park.
NOTE: I have the two door hardtop version of the car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 G16B EFI 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 163000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Suzuki Sidekick |
| Date of Entry | 15th March, 2009 |