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Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2012 10:13 am
by Mckev
Hey there, I am looking at a newer model Mazda Proceed, a '96 with the 2.5 Diesel Engine.
Any thoughts? Is it likely to the TD version? It seems like a better priced alternative to some other smaller 4wds. Mostly to be used as a daily driver, with a few fishing and hunting trips, which is why I want something with a bit of off road capability and ground clearance (getting to river and beaches etc).
I also had a wee look at a 94' Pajero LWB with the 2.8td engine, it looks heavier but a bit more capable. Also, the 2.8 td is better than the 2.5 isn't it?
Cheers
Nick
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed.
Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2012 3:14 pm
by coxsy
go with paj, stronger diffs better suppension, more comfit
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed.
Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2012 7:59 pm
by Mckev
Alright so you rekon those 2.8 are the best bet? Anything I should look out for?
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed.
Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2012 8:28 pm
by coxsy
latest aussie 4wd action has the best write up on them oh found it
up side
strong ifs, comfortable interior, superselect 4wd system
down side,
ground clearance
tenperamental auto hub system [fit manuals ]
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed.
Posted: Wed Dec 05, 2012 9:17 pm
by 89pajero
Yeah go with the pajero, very capable off road stock standard. Great value for money.
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2012 8:20 am
by Mckev
Alright cheers. I guess the only thing to keep in mind is that I'll be doing more open road driving than offroad, I roughly have a 16km round trip daily.
Also I thought those pajero's had good ground clearance...
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed.
Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2012 8:53 am
by CLUMZ1
89pajero wrote:Great value for money.
Can't go wrong with a Pajero, just avoid GDI petrols.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-ca ... 736400.htm5 speed 2.5 intercooled diesel turbo, Mitsubishi Pajero 7 seater LWB
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-ca ... 931001.htmAuto Pajero 2.8 Turbo Diesel.
both $5k
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2012 9:55 am
by Cameron
love my pajero. it's a 3.0v6.
kinda wish I went for the 2.8 diesel but for the amount I drive it these days the fuel consumption doesn't matter so much.
great ground clearance on 31s.
front end is solid as.
has been reliable as anything.
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2012 3:28 pm
by Mckev
Yeah that second one was the one I was eyeing up. Unless someone else has better for for around 5-6k? I was also looking at a few 95-96 Terranos, 2.7td's.
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2012 8:44 pm
by Mckev
Ah it's funny cos that Pajero I was looking at just had the waterpump die apparently...now they think the head is done too...
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Sat Dec 08, 2012 7:00 am
by coxsy
got this for the day to fit sliders to it
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Sat Dec 08, 2012 3:00 pm
by coxsy
v6 pulls well ,nice bit of power from that engine, drive dam good too, but I don't need one of those
Re: Buying Advice: Mazda Proceed/ Mitsi Pajero
Posted: Sat Dec 08, 2012 9:55 pm
by Mckev
There is a cheap V6 for sale here in Kaikoura, but not that keen on a thirsty Petrol haha.