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si_guru
15th Apr 2003, 13:06
The Missus wants a Jimny. Should I get rid of her now?
Renny
15th Apr 2003, 13:27
Originally posted by si_guru
The Missus wants a Jimny. Should I get rid of her now?

No I'd keep her. As long as she doesn't want one with wide alloys and wheel arches:dog:

It may be wise not to let her enter in any trials against you with a Land Rover, they can be pretty useful by all accounts. You'll probably spend less time repairing it and it won't leak all over the road.

So why did I just buy a 90 instead of a Jimny?... I remember, not as much character, (see earlier references to oil leaks etc) , not big enough for two German Shorthaired Pointers and my kit for work. Other than that I did give it serious thought. There is a previous discussion on Jimnys in this section.
si_guru
15th Apr 2003, 14:07
Agree with all comments about Jimnys.

Secretly I quite fancy the idea of her getting one - I hope she puts a snorkel and 2" suspension lift on her xmas list!

... then again where's the fun in owning a 4x4 that starts first time and doesn't dump oil on the drive way..
Alan H
15th Apr 2003, 21:42
A real 4x4 with a proper transfer system. Pity we can't make one as good.
Lighting90
11th May 2003, 07:52
Thought I should let you know, there is a Jimney owned by a lady around the corner from me, and guess what, it leaks oil too!!!

Maybe these Japanese manufacturers are learning something from Land Rover after all.... :p
OldFart
11th May 2003, 07:57
Funnily enough i'm thinking of getting Mrs O/F one and trading in her Xantia diesel .....
What mpg do the Jimny do :dunno1:
Alan H
11th May 2003, 08:35
Info on here:
http://www.ciao.co.uk/Suzuki_Jimny_5080252_4
A mate at work had one, he traded it in for a 90. said it was crap for pulling a plough! (He DOES live on a farm!)
They are basic, like a Series, but more reliable. Suzuki engine/transmissions are usually very good. I would suggest that if you are buying from a dealer, ask for the previous owners address, he MUST provide this by the way, then phone the P.O. and ask why they sold it. I have driven the Santana Suzukis on many occasions, (SJ model really) and they are basic but good fun. 1.3 engine. Tried to get the "other half" interested in a Jimny or a Terios but she prefers her Metro or "similar". Ahh, well, can't win 'em all...........