local spacegear or starex???

**j_carlop** · August 7th, 2006 03:59 AM

Hi guys!

I'm considering to buy a second hand starex 99 to 01 model or a local spacegear diesel 98 to 00 model.

As I had observed in this site, the starex won many praises both in reliability and styling, it has many options than the spacegear especially in exterior and interior appointments.

for me I really like the starex but the space gear still prevents me in purchasing a resonably priced but good condition 01' starex TDIC. I also noticed that a ggod condition local spacegear (which is always in color 2 tone green and black) was much harder to find than the more popular starex, I just end up seeing surplus units from japan which I avoid because of the RHD doors.

Well guys what do you think? I just saw resonably condition local 98' spacegear for 350k, do you think it is ok for it's price? while the 01' starex for 480k.

I'm tempted because of the lower pricing of the spacegear, do you think a local spacegear is good?

Tnx! god speed!

**ronald_m** · August 7th, 2006 04:30 AM

Starex sucks big time(korean made) A friend of mine in manila had a starex turbo diesel he had a problem on the way to baguio, When he was at pampanga he felt that their was no power(torque) and when he pulled over and checked the engine their was smoke all over the place.They found out that they had 2 pistons rod broken(they rebuilt the engine).AFIK starex are known for overheating.

**drey** · August 15th, 2006 02:39 PM

Originally Posted by ronald_m

Starex sucks big time(korean made) A friend of mine in manila had a starex turbo diesel he had a problem on the way to baguio, When he was at pampanga he felt that their was no power(torque) and when he pulled over and checked the engine their was smoke all over the place.They found out that they had 2 pistons rod broken(they rebuilt the engine).AFIK starex are known for overheating.

Hehehe... I remembered ISUZU!!! I thought that D-max or Fuego was gonna blow! Its pretty horribbblleeeee!

**mad_max168** · October 19th, 2006 08:25 PM

I think the best answer to the question is...

Manual Transmission or Automatic Transmission? Coz, if A/T, only Starex has that option unlike the Local Spacegear. Sometimes, you'd think that Mitsubishi Philippines don't wanna sell their cars/vans here in the Philippines... Just think about the it, the local spacegear does not have a front cupholder unlike those Subic spacegears. Also, the front passenger seat is not even reclinable unlike again on the Subic ones and the Starex. The aircon control on the local spacegear is manual obsolete sliding type unlike the fully digital controlled ones on the Subic. 4D56 Turbo only on the local unlike the Intercooled ones from Subic.

Parang sabi ng Mitsubishi Philippines.... BUMILI NALANG KAYO SA SUBIC OR MAG STAREX NALANG KAYO!!! To add to this insult... the local spacegear came out with A/T tranny but on a gas guzzler engine and still with the non-reclining front passenger seat!!! Parang sinasabi nila "WAG NA KAYO BUMILI NG LOCAL SPACEGEAR!!!"

**OTEP** · October 19th, 2006 11:13 PM

Keeping the L300 tradition alive (non-reclining front seat). hehehe.

Ironically, the A/T of the Starex is also manufactured by Aisin. The same guys that manufacture A/T's for Mitsubishi.

**vinj** · August 7th, 2006 09:42 AM

I'd go with the '01 Starex over the Space Gear almost any day... more space, more power and more features... and your shifter is floor mounted. Parts are easily available and easy to repair. Reliability of the Starex, especially the 2000 and up models are much better and a lot depends on how the previous owner maintained it. ;)

**ronald_m** · August 7th, 2006 10:05 AM

Why starex have fire extinguisher from the factory?

**basti08** · August 7th, 2006 05:14 PM

Originally Posted by ronald_m

Why starex have fire extinguisher from the factory?

why not?

**alwayz_yummy** · August 7th, 2006 05:28 PM

Originally Posted by ronald_m

Why starex have fire extinguisher from the factory?

yes, it may use valuable storage space, but, when you'll need it, you'll be glad to have one.....

under the seat or side naman, ata,e...

for me, ok naman ung converted spacegears and i'll choose a good quality converted delica spacegear super-select4wd super/royal exceed...4m40, reliability, or the power of 3.0v6 over the old starex...and the more bland local spacegear.pwede pang swapan ng 4m41 or ung 3.5 MIVEC-V6 ng pajero-evo!

but......kung budget ko for a brand-new, indent ako ng starex 4wd club, manual/matic....145ps ang CRDi 2.5L,same or more power than the 4m40, at masmatipid pa!

**Bogeyman** · August 7th, 2006 05:36 PM

I think all cars should come standard with fire extinguishers, not necessarily for use on the engine. Heck, I wish mine came with one.

Originally Posted by ronald_m

Why starex have fire extinguisher from the factory?

That's like asking why cars have seatbelts or why most cars carry a spare tire; it's simply better to be prepared, even if you claim to be the world's most careful driver.