My commander's Kuya was originally getting a Picanto as his first car but I talked him out of it (no offense to Picanto owners). I just felt we could get a better deal.

After doing research on ex-JDM Pajeros, the project was deemed unfeasible within the set budget and downtime limits.

So here is what we ended up with:



It's a 1995 Suzuki Vitara with around 78k on the clock. Still wearing the original paint (not perfect but good enough) and was in a remarkably good condition considering the age. Also came with fresh tires and a battery was installed not too long ago.

There's not much to fix. The only big issue being a defective brake master cylinder and worn brake pads. Both of which have been addressed. There are also minor niggles (power mirrors don't work, a leak in the windshield washer hose, rear washer does not function, etc.). The suspension and interior are solid and rattle-free.

We are currently awaiting the nudge guard being fabricated for it.