Under body rust when purchased.
Right CV boot replaced shortly after purchase, then the left CV boot replaced about a year later.
Starter replaced in the Spring of 2006 and then during the Winter of 2008.
Replaced the Soft-top due to wear.
First off, since this is a 4x4, the Amigo's 4x4 performance on sand really surprises me. I don't even have to let the air out of the tires to drive on sand, however that would increse traction on the sand. It doesn't bog down in the sand when I let off the gas, and I've yet to get stuck. It is great on snow, and unless it's really deep, I don't need 4x4. Mud isn't much of a challenge either however, it would require the use of 4x4.
Mine has a 2.2 liter sized engine, compared to other SUV's on the road that is small. However, I do average about 25-26mpg during the summer, so that does keep a smile on my face, considering where gas prices are going nowadays (Note: Most of my driving is on the highway).
Another thing that I like about this car is that its great for surfing; I can just slide my surf board in through the open soft-top and take it to the beach.
I would definitely buy another! I will honestly miss this car, when I eventually will have to part with it. Isuzu did a great job in the design and manufacture of the Isuzu Amigo.
Interesting review with all the negative postings. My V6 with only 100,000 miles when bought uses oil every 250 miles. Inflating the tires to max pressure and replacing plugs does nothing to improve 21 miles per gallon. I too had to replace the starter and what a problem! Remove the exhaust, rusty bolts ughhh. c clamp hold the manifold up because the stud broke off. A real good auto store sells them - Car Quest in my neck of the woods not NAPA.
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