Isuzu Trooper 3.5 S

Just bought my third Isuxu Trooper, a 2002 Model. Sold my 1993 with 133,000 miles on it. Still had the original brake pads, clutch and suspension parts. My first was a 1986 that I put 125,000 miles on. I couldn't find a better value in terms of room, features and warranty. These rigs look good, are reliable, and can be used off-road. My first two rigs spent most of their lives in Fairbanks, Alaska and had as much time off-road and on gravel as they did on pavement.

Purchased a used 1999 Isuzu Trooper S with 26k miles on it. So far it has been fantastic. I feel the product I purchased for the money was well worth it!

Almost spent $28,000 on a new Toyota 4Runner, but when I saw the silver-and-grey 2001 Isuzu Trooper S auto, 4WD, 4-door with 19,000 miles for $17,000 U.S. in March 2002, I could not resist what seemed like a far better value. It was a prior daily rental. I added a class III tow hitch, fog lights and in-dash 6-CD changer. My existing Yakima roof rack system fits on top, so I can haul bicycles, lumber, Christmas trees and whatever won't fit inside. It's my daily ride for the five-minute commute to the office tower downtown. But on weekends, it's the adventure vehicle for my two kids and I to explore California's mountains, deserts, giant redwood forests, volcanoes and magnificent coast. With good clearance, what I understand to be a robust factory 4WD system and lots of room for kids and our outdoor gear, I'm eager to put my Trooper through the paces this summer. I'm looking for water- and mud-proof seat covers for the rear split bench and mud-eating floor mats all around. Any suggestions?

I purchased a 2001 S Isuzu Trooper offroader in July 2001. At 8500 miles I have no major complaints. I bought a Trooper because it has many comforts but is still very capable off road. It is not a soft car that has all wheel drive. With a stiff box frame, skid plates, stainless steel exhaust and a strong 4x4 system, it will go beyond a wet parking lot. I have driven many miles on beaches in soft sand with no problem. The warranty is great if I ever need it. It cost 5 to 10 thousand less than most SUVs with similar features.

Overall, my 1999 Isuzu Trooper S is an OK SUV. But the noted bad points would have been enough to make me seriously look at other makes and models first before the Trooper.