Picking up a used Pajero

[freewheelburnin]

I came across a used Mitsubishi Pajero 2000 model.What price can be paid for a year 2000 pajero in decent condition ?Would like to know more about the service and repair costs of a Pajero.Also like to know whether it is possible to source cheaper parts in the open market.Does used pajeros have any known problems or niggles?

[GTO]

Pajeros would go for anywhere between 14 - 17, depending on the condition. They are extremely robust machines and problems are rare, if kept well. Their popularity ensures that spares are not a problem either.

Call up a local Mitsubishi dealer to check on prices.

[freewheelburnin]

GTO, are u talking about the 2000 model which go for 14-17 or the later models ?

OT: Even the brand new Pajero coming out of HM-Mitshubishi factory looks like used ones !!

Thanks G.T.O am planning to visit the service center to get spare parts prices .Meanwhile if anybody has the spares price list please post it.Also have'nt checked the car yet.Planning to go and take a look at it A.S.A.P

Probably G.T.O must have meant the later models....Ya it looks a little old.But i somehow like it's butch and functional looks and anyways am not planning to spend that much money as it would be a used one 7 years old.I am not putting up the price here cos i have not talked to the owner directly and havent seen the vehicle.I was passed this information from a friend of mine in kerala.And the price he was quoting sounded like a steal.Will post more information as soon as i come to know about it.

[Nitin]

Good luck with the buying process! Hope it works out in your favor!

[manson]

a 2000 model, so being an import please check on the shipping documents, bil of entry, bill of lading, road tax paid, e.t.c
Paperwork of any imported vehicle is as important as the conditionit is in.
Also, most Pajros in te country are 93-98 ones.
While at the Pajero, try and find yourself one with the 2800 cc exceed powerplant, most 2.5 litr ones also carry 2800 decals, so careful at this.

manson.

[freewheelburnin]

Originally Posted by manson

a 2000 model, so being an import please check on the shipping documents, bil of entry, bill of lading, road tax paid, e.t.c
Paperwork of any imported vehicle is as important as the conditionit is in.
Also, most Pajros in te country are 93-98 ones.
While at the Pajero, try and find yourself one with the 2800 cc exceed powerplant, most 2.5 litr ones also carry 2800 decals, so careful at this.

manson.

Manson that was some very useful info.Thanks for that.Will check up the documents with someone who knows about imported vehicle documentation.Also will keep in mind the 2.8 L vs 2.5 L .Will check up the vehicle condition with the Mitsubishi service center.And the cost quoted is actually making me think twice bout it as it is below market price.Will post update as soon as i get more info.

[speedy]

Originally Posted by manson

a 2000 model, so being an import please check on the shipping documents, bil of entry, bill of lading, road tax paid, e.t.c
Paperwork of any imported vehicle is as important as the conditionit is in.
Also, most Pajros in te country are 93-98 ones.
While at the Pajero, try and find yourself one with the 2800 cc exceed powerplant, most 2.5 litr ones also carry 2800 decals, so careful at this.

manson.

since you mentioned that the car is below the market value you should also check if the car is not an accident repaired car. if it is a turbo then the turbo is functional and not that it needs replacement.
you should either take the car to get checked up at the mitsubishi workshop or take a mechanic from there to see the car. it would cost you little but atleast you know your safe. the papers of the car can be checked by you itself as everything is mentioned on it. date of manufacture, date of entry and duty paid. everything is stamped so you would not require a special person to check it for you. this is very important as if you do decide to buy the car you would not be able to transfer it to your name and there would be an additional levy of a fine with the duty amount that would have to be paid by you.
my cousin has suffered and i would not want anyone else to suffer.
hope things work in your favour

[freewheelburnin]

Originally Posted by speedy

since you mentioned that the car is below the market value you should also check if the car is not an accident repaired car. if it is a turbo then the turbo is functional and not that it needs replacement.
you should either take the car to get checked up at the mitsubishi workshop or take a mechanic from there to see the car. it would cost you little but atleast you know your safe. the papers of the car can be checked by you itself as everything is mentioned on it. date of manufacture, date of entry and duty paid. everything is stamped so you would not require a special person to check it for you. this is very important as if you do decide to buy the car you would not be able to transfer it to your name and there would be an additional levy of a fine with the duty amount that would have to be paid by you.
my cousin has suffered and i would not want anyone else to suffer.
hope things work in your favour

Yes speedy me 2 have the doubts whether it is an accident vehicle though cant comment unless i see it.Will take ur suggestion of taking a known mechanic from Mitsubishi service centre to inspect.Will take help of friends who own lancers in kerala to identify some good personal contacts in the service center.