1989 Suzuki Sidekick JX 4 cylinder from North America
Summary:
Very nice vehicle even with some problems
Faults:
When I bought this car the previous owner ran it out on oil. Now the engine clatters and knocks very badly.
After sitting for years without use, the front hubs froze in the unlock position. I took them apart myself and greased them. No problems since.
The cable that goes between the vent selector and the blower box for the heater was bent. I straightened it and have had to problems since.
General Comments:
First, I love this little thing. I paid $200 for it and it was worth it even with the bad motor.
I'm just driving it off road (until I fix the motor) and have never gotten stuck yet.
The engine moves this car pretty good, but revs high at road speeds with the five speed manual transmission.
The interior is comfortable for a no frills vehicle. All controls are visible and easy to reach.
The drive train is tight. No fluids leak or burn off.
Exterior rust is hardly visible, but the floor is rusted through in some spots and allows mud and water to enter the cabin.
Overall, I'm satisfied with this vehicle.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 18th October, 2004
9th Apr 2007, 19:16
If you can't beat them, join them. GM sold clones of this vehicle as the Pontiac & Asuna Sunrunner, GMC & Geo Tracker for more than a decade.