1989 Suzuki Sidekick JLX 1.3L from North America
Summary:
Died at 360,000 miles!
Faults:
Threw a piston through the block at 360,000 miles!
General Comments:
I love this car so much.
The only time it got stuck is when I forgot to put it in 4x4, and took it into 4 ft of mud.
The MPG isn't bad for a 4x4; I averaged 24MPG.
The seats are not good for long trips, but are fine for 40 to 50 mile trips.
The suspension is decent for being 20 years old.
It did throw a rod at 360000 miles. I love this car so much I ordered a new engine for a 1996, and put it in my 1989. It went from 90 hp to 120hp. Now I love it even more, and would recommend a Sidekick to anyone.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th June, 2011
12th Mar 2022, 16:07
Lucky you! 360k? Mine threw a rod at 89k! Loved that thing too! My first car. Got me through a flood in Seattle in 90', several mountain passes from 90'-94'. No complaints from it until it complained big and broke down on the freeway. Was the perfect ride. Shame they discontinued them, but I plan on restoring one when I can afford it.