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Offline Big wolf

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Mitsubishi Challenger
« on: January 03, 2016, 04:08:26 PM »
Hi All.

We are thinking of upgrading from a Toyota kluger to a mitz challenge around my10 vintage. The challenger suit our budget we are trying to stay under 25k. Just wonder if anyone has any advice.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #1 on: January 03, 2016, 04:27:18 PM »
Lots of '08 petrol auto Prados around that price, bullet proof and pretty good on fuel.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #2 on: January 03, 2016, 04:46:30 PM »
Wifeys nephew has one around that vintage & it's pretty impressive, had no problems & is pretty economical (Diesel)
If I was in the market for  a new vehicle I'd certainly have it on my list.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #3 on: January 03, 2016, 04:59:32 PM »
We have a my13 PB manual and are very happy. Used as a daily drive & to tow the camper.
Have done Mt Pinibar & Davis Plains hut all in stock trim & H/T tyres.
Last trip from Canberra to Taree with the camper (1.16t)averaged 11.2L/100
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #4 on: January 03, 2016, 04:59:49 PM »
Think the diesels have a bit of an issue with the intake manifold clogging up.  Other than that a pretty solid vehicle.

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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #5 on: January 03, 2016, 05:01:46 PM »
How many seats do you need. If only 5 I suggest you look at a new runout PC Challenger. There are some still around and dealers looking to move fast as the new Pajero Sport is now out. Will be able to get a deal for not much more than your budget and get a new car.


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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #6 on: January 03, 2016, 06:46:17 PM »
Quote from: KingBilly on January 03, 2016, 04:59:49 PM
Think the diesels have a bit of an issue with the intake manifold clogging up.  Other than that a pretty solid vehicle.

KB

Only some had problems. Can be a problem with modern diesels and EGR valves.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #7 on: January 03, 2016, 07:21:12 PM »
2011/12 Dual cab Triton also for around that price.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #8 on: January 03, 2016, 08:33:43 PM »
Depending on your budget, the run out model is selling around $33k drive away.

Need to make room for the new Pajero Sport.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #9 on: January 04, 2016, 10:07:42 AM »
I have a MY10 LS 7 seater now with 92k on it. Very happy with the car overall as lots of room and seriously good off road - try to get one with factory rear difflock. I upgraded the suspension and used Ultimate which know the cars well. Massive boots (way bigger than Pajero and Prado). Tows our camper well. It is fine as my daily driver, just happily plods along buy won't win you too many traffic light contests ?.

Apart from the relatively cheap price, the thing that really appealed to me is their relatively compact external dimensions. Much easier in urban and bush areas than their beefier compeitiors...less car park dings bush pin striping!

Maybe you could post your location and a Myswagger with one nearby could help give you a more real life viewpoint and test drive. Happy to assist if you are near SunnyCoast.

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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #10 on: January 04, 2016, 10:21:38 AM »
Quote from: J.R
Depending on your budget, the run out model is selling around $33k drive away.
That's a great price I reckon!
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #11 on: January 04, 2016, 06:11:59 PM »
We traded a 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara in on a MY14 Challenger, the Suzuki with a ARB bar fitted is the same length as the Challenger. The Challenger is 5mm wider and has a heap more ground clearance than the Zoot and pulls the camper trailer easily, the first mod was to fit a Diesel Key as we have been running Petrol driven cars for years.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #12 on: January 04, 2016, 07:11:31 PM »
Quote from: Bobsan on January 04, 2016, 06:11:59 PM
We traded a 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara in on a MY14 Challenger, the Suzuki with a ARB bar fitted is the same length as the Challenger. The Challenger is 5mm wider and has a heap more ground clearance than the Zoot and pulls the camper trailer easily, the first mod was to fit a Diesel Key as we have been running Petrol driven cars for years.

What is a diesel Key?
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #13 on: January 04, 2016, 07:24:00 PM »
Quote from: swannie on January 04, 2016, 07:11:31 PM
What is a diesel Key?
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Used to own a 2010 Challenger and never heard of one ??  Aahh, just googled it......a device to stop you putting petrol in it !!

I thought a sticker on the cap would have worked well ??
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #14 on: January 04, 2016, 08:55:18 PM »
I got a 13 Auto LS. I bought it based on Gronks experience and another mate who had one.
I have not had any issue with it. It has been very reliable. Only problem is that Mitsubishi delaers seem to be dumber than others I have dealt with.

I have pushed mine in the bush a bit and it has gone everywhere I have pointed it with little to no fuss. You have to figure out the traction control though - its not real smart and only works if ur prepared to put your foot to the floor.

If you plan to modify it the fuel consumption will change for the worse. Mine has 2" lift, 32" MTs, roof rack, bullbar and second battery (blah blah blah) and towing my camper it gets 16.6LPH. Around town I get low 13LPH and in the country without the trailer I get low 12LPH.

Only thing I would say against it applies to all small displacement modern diesels and that would be to not expect it to last much longer than 300 000klms without requiring some major mechanical work - it's a cliche but they realy do not build them to last anymore. I will be getting rid of mine around 200 000klms.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #15 on: January 04, 2016, 10:09:29 PM »
Swannie A diesel key fits and locks into the fuel inlet allowing only a diesel nozzle to be inserted  to fill the tank  not cheap but nothing compared to contaminated fuel in a common rail engine.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #16 on: January 05, 2016, 07:05:36 AM »

Quote from: Bobsan on January 04, 2016, 10:09:29 PM
Swannie A diesel key fits and locks into the fuel inlet allowing only a diesel nozzle to be inserted  to fill the tank  not cheap but nothing compared to contaminated fuel in a common rail engine.
Bobsan

Where do you get them from.   We have just gone diesel and the thought of a misfuel keeps me up at night
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #17 on: January 05, 2016, 08:03:29 AM »
JB  They are available from eBay also from responsive Engineering. waterindiesel.com.au  my first reply to this has vanished  after I posted it.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #18 on: January 05, 2016, 06:27:39 PM »
Diesel Key.    We also carry a piece of tube the same size as a diesel pump filler nozzle allowing us to fill from a jerry can   
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #19 on: January 05, 2016, 06:51:43 PM »
I just pick up the diesal nozzle.
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Re: Mitsubishi Challenger
« Reply #20 on: January 05, 2016, 07:11:18 PM »
Quote from: Bobsan on January 05, 2016, 06:27:39 PM
Diesel Key.    We also carry a piece of tube the same size as a diesel pump filler nozzle allowing us to fill from a jerry can

Does the diesel key allow the truck bowser nozzle to fit in ??

It's the only thing I fillup with !!
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