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The Amigo is NO friend of Mine
ETDragons, 03/27/2004
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have a 1998 Amigo with 50k miles. From a truck that is supposed to be fun and enjoyable, It has given me nothing but grief. I only wish there was a word more powerful than horrendous to describe Isuzu's customer service and they way they treat their "Valued" customers. Quick rundown, transmission went on me exactly 2 months after the 5 yr wrnty expired, no help from isuzu, Check engine light on since 30k miles, pass window wont roll down, ac went, radio broke, suspension squeaks, rear seat broke, bumper cracked, intake gasket went, o2 sensors went, catalytic converters went. All I can say is the Amigo, is no friend of mine. Nor is Isuzu.
The Story of Ryan's Amigo Adventures
Ryan Wilson, 12/15/2002
1998 Isuzu Amigo S 2dr SUV 4WD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The interior is layed out very well, as it basic, yet flawless. There is room for 6 soda cans and plenty of storage space. The glove box is generous in size. The seats are very comfortable, the pedals are sufficient in size. The exterior is very nice. The drivetrain is excellent. I purchased this amigo with a 130HP I-4 GM-made 2.2L DOHC engine that is suffuicient in rural Iowa. It is a little slow in large city traffic, such as Dallas or Minneapolis, however, it is a stick and that gives the driver enough control that an I-4 is sufficient in this vehicle. Great off-road with its full underbody skit plates. Great SUV
50,000 review
gatsby3, 04/03/2002
1998 Isuzu Amigo S 2dr SUV w/Soft Top
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Truck has been a good friend. I have had no problems until 46,000. Timming belt broke due to a problem with the adjuster. Recall was called but after my problem. Isuzu was great they gave me a new engine. Most manufacters would not cover the engine with that many miles. Isuzu states in their powertrain warranty that they do not pay for rentals. They offered I did not even have to ask.
Best Unit beyond a Jeep
Philscbx, 07/23/2008
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I plow snow for a living, so I need to be out in the worst of it at any moment. This guy cares less what the weather is, it just plows through deep sloppy snow where others are still at the light wondering what just flew by them. I would not trade for anything less. My soft top never rattles at 90 mph. The V6 5 speed will out run anything on the road with comparable V6 in this class. I also have the GMC Sonoma 4x4, and I get better mileage and pulling power for the snowmobile trailer enclosed with the Amigo. The Amigo can easily out run the 4.3 of the GMC.
Was the most fun I have ever had driving
My former friend, 07/26/2010
1998 Isuzu Amigo S 2dr SUV 4WD
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
First off, I loved my amigo. Even through having to replace the starter once, alternator 3 times (kept getting bad rebuilt parts), and a bad piston ruining the engine at 136,000 miles. It was the most fun I have ever had driving, and I have had 14 cars and 2 motorcycles. It was a tank, and with the gray bumpers and the spare tire on the back I avoided any visible bumps from other cars and such. The 4 cyl sucks gas like a hummer, but is very very secure. You never feel like you are losing control. I am trying to find another amigo to buy, because I miss my old one. It just costs more to replace an engine than to buy another vehicle.
I luv my Amigo
ray1939, 04/04/2012
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had a 1998 Amigo for a few years; my daughter drove it to college. Never a moments trouble. At 265,000 miles, I had a re-manufactured engine installed along with it's first clutch replacement. Yes, Amigo likes a taste of oil; about a quart every 3500 miles. The front end is tight; the body has no rattles. also replaced the shocke; 3rd set. All-in-all, I luv my 1998 Amgo, I hope it goes another 265,000 miles.
Pass on the Amigo!
wuggles13, 11/13/2004
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Inferior dealer service and poor Isuzu warranty! After 8 months the red paint started to fade bad, dealer would not correct. At 20K engine had bad intake leak, continuous stalling any the alarm was now going off when ever it wanted. Switch for heated mirrors was also replaced 3x. At 30K, 4wd would not engage when it was cold out(when you need it most), dealer couldn't fix. Over-acting ABS, no good in the rain. At 50K I had to have it repainted, out of my pocket because the truck was now pink! At 60K the engine developed a major oil leak. Will never buy a Isuzu/GM product again...
Best Car to Date
cathy Bailey, 01/23/2008
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
At 185,000 miles This car has given me no problems. Just now it is in need of the basics. Battery (just changed the original), brakes, couple of fuses. I love this vehicle. If Isuzu was to make them again I would purchase again. Knock on wood it will last another 185,000 mile.
'98 Isuzu Amigo
scd1, 09/04/2003
1998 Isuzu Amigo S 2dr SUV w/Soft Top
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been bulletproof to 55,000 miles.No major mech prob,int/ext body hardware is holding up well.Plastic windows getting worn.Only work done other than Isuzu recalls and service bulletins was: new batt,frnt brake pads @ 50K mi, and tires @ 55K.Under warr the windsheild washer pump and radio were rpl.The dealer I purchased the vehicle from,Pitre Isuzu in Scottsdale was and still is horrible.I have been completely satisfied with Chapman Isuzu in Tempe since then.The ride qual is what you should expect from a short wheelbase utility vehicle.Performance from the 4-cyl is adequate until the a/c is turned on,then pretty tepid.
Isuzu Amigo what a fun ride
Jonnnn, 01/02/2004
1998 Isuzu Amigo S V6 2dr SUV 4WD w/Soft Top
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Absolutely a blast of a convertible SUV to drive. More room than a Jeep and very sturdy contruction.
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