Faults:

Turbo was noisy when bought; replaced at 98000.

Brakes last well, was comfy to drive. Not the fastest, but will churn along with a load all day everyday.

Change the oil every 5000 km and service the trans every 100000 km. They just feel solid and reliable. I've just bought a 1995 Lotus and they handle even better. If you find a good tidy one, buy it, parts are cheap and good low mileage ones are harder to find. They don't seem to rust either if looked after.

The interiors are well made; seat fabric lasts very, very well, and the plastics are strong. Remember Isuzu is a truck manufacturer and it shows in the build quality here too. Bighorns are SO underrated, but they will still be around in 20 years; longer than most modern trucks will survive made now

General Comments:

Reliable, tough and fun.

Faults:

Fuel pump, starter motor, front suspension bushes, all normal wear and tear.

Overall, a brilliant vehicle.

Clear coat loss top surfaces.

General Comments:

Excellent.

Faults:

This car runs like an absolute dream! I've frequently used this truck to haul heavy loads and it handles just like a car! I often use it off road and in four wheel drive, with great success! The short wheel base makes it an excellent choice for an off road vehicle, and is terrific for climbing over rugged terrain.

I haven't needed to install a lift kit as I would for other trucks, because it is already high enough! The only mod I have added was guards underneath to protect the drivetrain from damage when off road.

It is quiet, and comfortable, and for a car of its age, has a surprising number of comfort features like heated driver's seat and a really good air con system. It is really easy to handle on and off road, and even at high speeds! The switch which enables the driver to control the stability of the vehicle is a great feature.

It starts each time without a hassle, never overheats, and hasn't cost me anything!

Faults:

The only real thing that gave trouble was a noisy turbo at 93000 km. I replaced this with a new one, and have had no trouble since.

The gearbox overheated while towing once, but after an oil cooler was fitted, have had no more trouble.

General Comments:

This would be the best vehicle I have ever owned. Comfortable, reliable, and a very good all round vehicle.

The car has been made to work, and most of the km driven have been towing kms pulling a 2 tonne caravan. The economy is not the best towing, but it is a small price to pay for the power and reliability of the vehicle. When not towing, the car is as economical as any other large heavy vehicle. It is not a speed machine, but will keep going all day long, quietly pulling any load.