Isuzu Crosswind Owners Thread [continued]

[SportivoX]

to bong724,

i'm not a crosswind master but i would like to reply to your post,

second hand will always be second hand, there will always be something to fix even if the seller will tell you there is none. as a buyer specially with your budget of 800k, you will have a high expectation of the unit you will buy and that will disappoint you. so, you must inspect you prospect unit carefully. please back read my posts #s 2318 and 2322 on what to do with a second hand buy.

i made a comparison with sportivo x and xt, there are 21 differences all in favor to sportivo x justifying the the price difference of 217k. the differences are in the form of sporty look, safety, comfort and enterntainment. (for example, the sportivo x is heavier making it more stable but giving more pressure on the engine and brake system.)

If you give priority to the above differences -specially the sporty look- then go for the second hand sportivo, just look around for a good unit.

If not, then buy the xt. a brand new is a brand new. but you will spend some amount (say a fortune) to modify the xt. the necessary mods are the side step board and rear spoiler with third brake light. around 15k na mga yan.

hope this post helps

[bong724]

to bong724,

i'm not a crosswind master but i would like to reply to your post,

second hand will always be second hand, there will always be something to fix even if the seller will tell you there is none. as a buyer specially with your budget of 800k, you will have a high expectation of the unit you will buy and that will disappoint you. so, you must inspect you prospect unit carefully. please back read my posts #s 2318 and 2322 on what to do with a second hand buy.

i made a comparison with sportivo x and xt, there are 21 differences all in favor to sportivo x justifying the the price difference of 217k. the differences are in the form of sporty look, safety, comfort and enterntainment. (for example, the sportivo x is heavier making it more stable but giving more pressure on the engine and brake system.)

If you give priority to the above differences -specially the sporty look- then go for the second hand sportivo, just look around for a good unit.

If not, then buy the xt. a brand new is a brand new. but you will spend some amount (say a fortune) to modify the xt. the necessary mods are the side step board and rear spoiler with third brake light. around 15k na mga yan.

hope this post helps

Maraming salamat SportivoX for replying my question and your advice is highly appreciated. If we could find a sportivo worth 750k and the 50k remaining for the budget well be reserved for some repair do you think that would be almost brand new condition already?

[bong724]

Since matititbay naman mga Crosswinds at pareho lang engine, transmission at chassis nila, just get the 2nd hand Sportivo. You'll get the same car, but with more added features. Just make sure hindi siya flooded, involved in a serious accident or anything major.

As with the suspension thing, ask other members na lang. I'm not sure about this. Pero I know may different bumper, side mouldings and wheel arches ang Sportivo as compared to the XT para maacomodate yung bigger, wider wheels. (Simply put it this way: adding bigger wheels to your XT does not simply make it look as good as your Sportivo, dahil you need to replace your bumpers and add wheel arches and side mouldings pa para hindi nakalawit yung wheels)

Thanx TheMikProject for the info . If we could find a sportivo worth 750k and the 50k remaining for the budget well be reserved for some repair do you think that would be almost brand new condition already?

[SpeedDzel]

Good day to all crosswind masters here, I am new to this forum, i signed up because I found this forum upon searching information about crosswind because my father wants to buy a crosswind, our option is to buy a second hand Sportivo 2009-2011 with budget of 800k or a brand new XT, any advise or suggestions mga master? one more question pala sirs, bakit mukhang mas mataas tingnan ang sportivo kesa XT, dahil lng ba sa tires or sa config mismo ng pang ilalim ng Sportivo? considering almost same price ng 2nd hand na sportivo sa brand new na XT if piliin ba namin ang sportivo wala pa kaya kmi ma compromise like madisappoint kmi kung masira agad o magkaproblema ang Sportivo since 2nd hand na sya?

hello bong724, likewise, not a master. just a DIY guy with a 2003 XUV.
all previous replies/comments/inputs re the Sportivo & XT are on the dot. to share with you my views on the 2 models,

Sportivo is a loaded version meant for more luxurious experience (isuzu style).
XT is also good specially if you want to use it for "harabas". designed & geared more as a workhorse for business.
it all depends on what purpose your father has in mind.

Both are good but don't expect to be racing with it in the streets.
do take note that of the vehicles flooded during ONDOY, the Crosswinds were one of the first to be repaired and roaming the streets again in no time. other vehicles spent MONTHS in repair shops and casas... in general.

The isuzu engine, if cared for properly, will give you decades (pun intended) of service. kahit mabulok na ang body, aarya pa rin ang makina at maaasahan.

[SpeedDzel]

Gud day mga sir, newbie lng po dto...

Im planning to buy 2003 xuv crosswind with 72000 km, tpos according to seller every 5K ang change oil nya, ano-ano po dpt check ko just to make sure ok n ok ang engine condition, under, etc and mostly ung pinaka importante...need ur inputs mga masters...despirate to ur advise...

Tnx po

hello tagas,

try to find a PMS checklist (Periodic Maintenance Service Checklist). you can start with one found on this link:
Periodic Maintenance Service - Isuzu Philippines
then you will have to research further on this matter as you go along. encompassing all aspects of your vehicle's maintenance.

each individual driver (or owner, if you prefer riding in the back seat rather than driving) have different preferences, views & tolerance when it comes to maintenance.

there are those who say "basta umaandar at makarating sa paroroonan, ok na yan..." have a lower concern for maintenance.
whereas there are those who say "madumi yung carpet at engine room! huwag nyo muna gamitin yung sasakyan.." are sticklers and have waaay too much concern naman.

it will all depend on your choice, habits & preferences.

[SportivoX]

Maraming salamat SportivoX for replying my question and your advice is highly appreciated. If we could find a sportivo worth 750k and the 50k remaining for the budget well be reserved for some repair do you think that would be almost brand new condition already?

There's no guarantee that you will get a brand-new like second hand unit. but with your budget you can get a "best-buy"deal, just carefully inspect what are not seen fromt he outside. good luck.

[SportivoX]

Gud day mga sir, newbie lng po dto...

Im planning to buy 2003 xuv crosswind with 72000 km, tpos according to seller every 5K ang change oil nya, ano-ano po dpt check ko just to make sure ok n ok ang engine condition, under, etc and mostly ung pinaka importante...need ur inputs mga masters...despirate to ur advise...

Tnx po

That's a 10-year old unit. The maintenance program alone will not assure a good engine condition after 10 years. I suggest you bring along a mechanic friend to appraise you of the engine condition.

[bong724]

hello bong724, likewise, not a master. just a DIY guy with a 2003 XUV.
all previous replies/comments/inputs re the Sportivo & XT are on the dot. to share with you my views on the 2 models,

Sportivo is a loaded version meant for more luxurious experience (isuzu style).
XT is also good specially if you want to use it for "harabas". designed & geared more as a workhorse for business.
it all depends on what purpose your father has in mind.

Both are good but don't expect to be racing with it in the streets.
do take note that of the vehicles flooded during ONDOY, the Crosswinds were one of the first to be repaired and roaming the streets again in no time. other vehicles spent MONTHS in repair shops and casas... in general.

The isuzu engine, if cared for properly, will give you decades (pun intended) of service. kahit mabulok na ang body, aarya pa rin ang makina at maaasahan.

Thank you for your advise, our main purpose for buying a crosswind is for family use and daily use and d ko nabanggit may 5km pala na rough road sa amin na mdadaanan in everyday use ng sasakyan. speed is no big deal for us mka 80-100 kph lng ok na since wala naman expressway dun sa province. most important to us is the reliability of the vehicle, maintenance cost and fuel consumption. comfort issue d cguro masyado ksi nga napagtyagaan nga yung otj namin na d power steering at dalawang bomba pa ng brake bago kumagat

[tolits777]

Hi Angelo! that is the question also in my mind last march and I decided to go to crosswind XT. So far don't have any regret in choosing crosswind because of engine durability, comfortability and fuel efficiency. My crosswind won the 1st prize in fuel efficient challenge at Izusu QA Family Day held last May 18, 2013 by getting 24.18 KM/LTR. Can't believe before but its true

[nelany]

Hi Angelo! that is the question also in my mind last march and I decided to go to crosswind XT. So far don't have any regret in choosing crosswind because of engine durability, comfortability and fuel efficiency. My crosswind won the 1st prize in fuel efficient challenge at Izusu QA Family Day held last May 18, 2013 by getting 24.18 KM/LTR. Can't believe before but its true

This 24.18km/liter ay applicable lang sa manual transmission. Try using A/T and you will see the big difference in consumption. Baka akala ng lahat na pareho ang manual at A/T sa kunsumo. MALAKING PAGKAKA IBA!

[OLDisCOOL]

Hi guys

Usapang sun visor po. May nag-click na plastic sound sa loob (may parang naputol) nung binaba ko nung isa araw. Ayun, nagloose na siya at nakalaylay nalang ngayon. Paano kaya fix nito? :|

Up ko lang guys. Passenger side visor on mine. TIA

[OLDisCOOL]

This 24.18km/liter ay applicable lang sa manual transmission. Try using A/T and you will see the big difference in consumption. Baka akala ng lahat na pareho ang manual at A/T sa kunsumo. MALAKING PAGKAKA IBA!

The best fuel economy I can get on my two crosswinds is 19kpl on pure highway * 90kph max speed.

No complaints so far with regards to powertrain & underchassis. Serves my business very well.

[d_mac]

The best fuel economy I can get on my two crosswinds is 19kpl on pure highway * 90kph max speed.

No complaints so far with regards to powertrain & underchassis. Serves my business very well.

Yes naman sir, maganda talaga lalo na kung pang-business.... Huwag lang ipag-karera hehe ;)

[athrun]

Just change ang battery ng 08 sportivo namn! 108K na sa odo and still going strong sirs

[kafph2000]

Up ko lang guys. Passenger side visor on mine. TIA

Bro, na-solve ko na ang problem sa sun visor. Casa ang naging sagot. Palit brand new, worth 600 lang naman kaya kinuha ko na agad. Huwag ka na umasa sa repairs at hindi rin tumatagal (tulad ng ginawa ko).

[SportivoX]

Hello mga ka Crosswind,

Kahit gaano kaingat, nagkaroon ng dent at gasgas sa tagiliran bandang likod. Sa pinagparadahan ko siguro nangyari. Mallit lang dent singlaki lang ng dimple sa pisngi pero may natuklap na paint. yun gasgas naman ay mababaw lang.

Anybody out there na may ganitong experience? paano nyo inayos?

thanks.

[lastpogi]

Up ko lang guys. Passenger side visor on mine. TIA

happened to me this before..i claimed it through warranty. they replace my visor with free of charge, and this time nilagyan ko ng scotch tape paikot kasi talaga atang poor quality ang plastic nya.

[gene31]

good day mga sir. ask ko lng lng po kung saan maka bili ng murang radiator ng 08 sportivo.

[holdencaulfield]

good day mga sir. ask ko lng lng po kung saan maka bili ng murang radiator ng 08 sportivo.

try mo jayson's o walco bro para sa oem. kung replacement naman, try mo yung evercool. sa banawe madami niyan.
ano naman kaya nangyarisa radiator mo?

[holdencaulfield]

Hello mga ka Crosswind,

Kahit gaano kaingat, nagkaroon ng dent at gasgas sa tagiliran bandang likod. Sa pinagparadahan ko siguro nangyari. Mallit lang dent singlaki lang ng dimple sa pisngi pero may natuklap na paint. yun gasgas naman ay mababaw lang.

Anybody out there na may ganitong experience? paano nyo inayos?

thanks.

pdr? pag naunat na since tungkab na yung paint bili ka na lang ng pylox or bosny na nearest sa color nung ride mo. lagyan mo muna ng rust converter bago pinturahan.
ako kasi nung una kaunting dent at gasgas, takbo agad sa pintor.
napansin ko pag tapos ng isa meron na naman. gastos eh so for the meantime diy muna.