Patrick Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 Ok. To start off I love my 1995 Pathfinder. I like how it handles, its good looks and cargo room with the back seats down so I can stuff my mountain bike back there and sleep. Here's what I don't like- weak engine, suspect auto transmission and my rear frame is starting to rust! I was inspecting my new shocks and I noticed some pretty heavy scaling on the rear frame. OK this has me a little freaked out. I'm going to a body shop today. If the damage is a costly repair, then I will probably sell this truck....... So if you had to get rid of your Pathfinder and needed another truck, what would you buy? I would be looking at used SUV's. There really isn't anything out there that compares to the Pathfinder. I don't like and can't afford X-Terra's. I wouldn't buy anything American. I looked at all types of SUV's and only found one that interests me: a 1993-1995 Toyota Landcruiser. What are your thoughts on this vehicle? Oh man this feels like I'm cheating on my wife or something!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted March 30, 2005 Author Share Posted March 30, 2005 Oh and your replacement truck can't be another Pathfinder!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
statikuz Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 You could get an old 4runner, or maybe a Rodeo... Calmini has lots of toys for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 Well, I'm not going to listen, and say I'd get another 92-95 Pathy, an X if I could justify the cost, and possibly be open to a 4 runner, but I'm not crazy about them. A Frontier crew cab 4x4 would also be considered followed by a HB king cab 4x4 with a shell... As you can tell, I'm a Nissan fan. Bernard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanjdfraser Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 well, i have had a 93 Nissan pathinfer for bout 6 months now, and before that, an 89 4runner.. and man, that 4 runner was a truck.. drove the (I am a dork for trying to use profanity here) out of it, would not even beleive thigns i had done wiht that truck, but when it died, it had many things wrong wiht it that i couldnt' afford to fix. duno what to tell you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M in KC Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 I'm a storng Nissan fan but I did stray from the fold and bought a Toy Sequoia. About the same as the Land Cruiser just not as many whistles and bells. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flnl Posted March 30, 2005 Share Posted March 30, 2005 (edited) X-Terra!!!! Frontier!!!! Titan!!!!!!!! Patrol!!!!!!! Pathfinder!!!!! :X Edited March 30, 2005 by flnl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 If I had to swerve off the Pathfinder road.. I would go for a 4runner...fer sure. Early to mid 90's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuong Nguyen Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 (edited) screw all of yall! I'd have a TD Nissan Patrol shipped over here to the states! MMM. TD + SFA = Maximus pawnage But I guess a 4runner will suit you best.... Edited March 31, 2005 by Cuong Nguyen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 F all that. I'd get another Pathfinder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repack Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 What do you have against the Xterra? I drove one (first time ever in one) 2 weeks ago and am now sure that it will be my next vehicle. Its basically a new Pathy. Same wheel base and at least as much intgerior space. Plus the rear seat come removeable. I bought my '95 with 72,000 miles on it. For a bitg more than what I paid for my Pathy I can get an Xterra with 42k. Plus more power and better mileage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC88Pathy Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Mmm Supercharged Xterra :cool2: 4Runners are cool, and the aftermarket market for them is huge. A Ford Ranger 4x4 is a nice truck, especially if you do a prerunner build. Older Toyota Land Cruisers are sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeepRescueService14 Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 i GOT another Pathfinder 2 doors are better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Pickles Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 I'd go with either another Pathy I could swap my parts onto, an Xterra, or a 90's 4Runner I think if I'm broke. Probably a Titan if I'm feeling rich. I've driven the Passport/Rodeo, and they seem to have less balls than a Pathy, no Exploders, Blazers, or Sheep, and a truck isn't really good for me (other than a Titan) in often-moist Washington. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 (edited) If I hit the lottery, mine would be a Lamborghini LM002. ...Packing a truly insane 450 horsepower 5.2 liter V12 engine derived from the awesome Countach, the four wheel drive, 6,800 pound LM002 was an incredible performer. It could tackle gradients of 120%, was capable of shifting from a standstill to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and rushed to a top speed of 130 mph. All this performance had its cost though -- the engine returned a wallet-busting (and ozone-depleting) seven miles per gallon (gulp!). The thing that's really interesting is that back in the early 80's, SUV's were seen as true utility vehicles and lacked the refinement and sophistication of today's trucks. The LM002 featured a passenger area composed of leather and wood inlays, and packed power steering, power windows and air conditioning as standard options, making it light years ahead of the competition. More info... Edited March 31, 2005 by jj big shoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 FJ60 Xterra 4Door Patrol 4Runner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red-finder Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 (edited) I would agree with Mr. Pickles and get another Pathfinder to swap parts to, but If I was going for something different I would get a used Xterra. I guarantee you could get one of those cheaper than a used 4Runner with the same miles. Toyota owners are proud of their 4Runners, used prices are rediculus! If I was going new I would wait for one of these to come out. New FJ40 Edited March 31, 2005 by red-finder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Pathfinders rock but come on lets see some wishing here!! Early 90's 300 ZX twin turbo in mint shape. Man that car flew!!! I just drove one of the new Mustangs with the 4.6 V8 the other day. That is one beeeeeeeeeeeautiful car. It makes up for the last 15 years of ugly Mustangs. I pulled out to pass a truck and suddenly I was doing 165 KPH and still pulling. My problem with most of the new 4x4s on the market is they are all round. I like the box styling of my 95 Pathfinder. :Magic: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted March 31, 2005 Author Share Posted March 31, 2005 Well I didn't think I could afford an XTerra, but maybe I could find a higher mileage one. How has their reliability been? Is the engine weak? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted March 31, 2005 Author Share Posted March 31, 2005 Hey I found a 1997 Pathfinder with only 75,984 miles for $6995. I'm going to check it out today or tomorrow. What are your thoghts on a 1997? Is it less problematic than a 1995? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94extreme Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Well I didn't think I could afford an XTerra, but maybe I could find a higher mileage one. How has their reliability been? Is the engine weak? seem to be pretty reliable... more horses then pathy too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94 Pathy Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 Of course it would have t obe a H1...Duh! In the real world, I would shoot for a Frontier crew cab 4X4 supercharged or a Supercharged Xterra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nige Posted April 3, 2005 Share Posted April 3, 2005 (edited) I'd get another Pathfinder. Exact same truck if possible. I haven't seen any other suvs i'd rather have, except maybe for that Nissan patrol that the aussies get. I'd rather get a pickup truck next like an old Tacoma or possibly a '96 hardbody. I'm still waiting to get another Miata at the moment. Most of the newer trucks look like sh!t anyhow. what's with replacing the beautiful chrome bumpers with these plastic p.o.s.? I've really been dissappointed with most new cars that have come out in the last few years. It seems that the designers are listening to the Consumer Reports guys advice for making trucks with "more car-like(i hate that word) road manners" Utility is definitely taking a backseat to style. The 90's and 80's were the best decades for to choose from for cars and trucks. THe only thing i like about vehicles from this decade are the engines vrrrrrrroooooooooom! Edited April 3, 2005 by skrillaguerilla Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest El_Madmaster Posted April 3, 2005 Share Posted April 3, 2005 What do you have against the Xterra? I drove one (first time ever in one) 2 weeks ago and am now sure that it will be my next vehicle. Its basically a new Pathy. Same wheel base and at least as much intgerior space. Plus the rear seat come removeable. I bought my '95 with 72,000 miles on it. For a bitg more than what I paid for my Pathy I can get an Xterra with 42k. Plus more power and better mileage. Yeah I just drove a 6 speed 05 earlier this week for the hell of it, and it was a sweet car. I'd say the Off Road trim would definately be my next car. Xterra's 7 second 0-60 is attractice, as well as lots of nice features and better gas mileage. Not a fan of the supercharged Xterra, not too quick and guzzles premium gas. My dad has an 01 Limited Sequoia. Really nice car, luxurious and all... would never take that off roading lol. I really enjoy my Pathfinder though, has been running great and i'll probably keep it till it dies or I kill it myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff Posted April 3, 2005 Share Posted April 3, 2005 I would get an old Scout II and fix er up! I loved those. My mom had one when were kids and they rock. They are like tanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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