Used 1990 Mitsubishi Montero SUV Consumer Reviews
Going Going Going
Carl, 10/24/2009
RS 4dr SUV 4WD
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Back in 1989 around october I saw this montero RS with 5 speed 4 door silver in color at the dealer. Got a great deal. 17,500 that was new, 20 years ago. Will I buy another Montero? YES this thing will not DIE!!! Have about 438,000 miles. The body has no rust, the paint so so, parts 2 clutch one fly wheel, one transmission at 365000, other than this just small parts.
A Reliable Rig
Hungry Man, 10/18/2003
LS 4dr SUV 4WD
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a very reliable SUV. I bought it used with 44K miles and it now has 175K. The only repair I've made was for valvue cover oil leaks and the starter. The first tune up was done at 100k. It burns about a quart of oil every 1K miles now. A great rig for a responsible driver.
My Third Monty
Frumious, 10/18/2009
LS 4dr SUV 4WD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my third and oldest Montero. I trust the brand to buy a 20 year old copy with 160,000 miles. Everything works like new. Its 143 horses must be Clydesdales. The view through the tall windows is commanding. Only drawbacks (others mention these): Driver's seat does not go back quite far enough and radio controls are far below the dash. Gas mileage is fair. It helps to know where to get parts. A junk yard or one of several online forums will keep this truck going at least another five years. There are lots of prior Montero owners out there who come up to the car and smile.
So Cal Bakersfield Review
Niles200, 02/12/2003
4dr SUV 4WD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have not had any problems with this vehicle whatsoever. I have over 120,000 miles on it, and have spent less than $500 in repairs on it, outside of oilchanges and regular maintenance.
The Last of the Great SUVs
Dfro, 08/29/2005
RS 4dr SUV 4WD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am the original owner and have enjoyed my 1990 Montero so much I just put in a new "factory" interior. The vehicle has 197,000 miles on it. It is quite difficult to find OEM interior trim parts. Someone should start a salvage yard for 82-91 Monteros so we will always be able to find parts.
Best of the best
awol, 09/17/2002
4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought this "unknown" SUV instead of the 4Runner we couldn't afford. Only thing I would do different was to buy the automatic. The clutch plate was small and replaced about every 45,000 miles. Otherwise, a great ride for the money. Owned it for 11 years, original owners, put 168,000 miles on it. Great family car.
13 Years and Going Strong
Montero Man, 12/03/2002
RS 4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle to drive for 2-3 years and replace when I found a better SUV.I'm still looking for that better one.I have never broken down or been stuck that the 4X4 come through.If the other 11 automobiles I have owned over the past 13 years had performed only half as well as the Montero I would have been delighted.Overall fantastic SUV!
Absolutely love this car
djf, 02/28/2003
SP 2dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th one! I love this car! I was a real estate broker living outside the states and this car was great for showing property off of dirt roads. They still make the 2 door; they just don't import it into the states. The "box" (older) version is better because it has real Bumpers! Looking for one in mint condition.
This generation of Monteros is the best
not available, 08/06/2004
4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Montero that I own which is a 1990 has over 160000 miles on it. It is still going and I love it. I drive it everyday. I put a third row seat in the Montero, but removed it because I needed the HUGE truck for cargo. It you are in need of a 4X4 SUV under $5,000, this is it.
I sold it too soon.
JMichel, 09/29/2004
4dr SUV 4WD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sold it at a 165,000 miles. Started looking for a new SUV and began to regret selling it. Never had a problem with it. Only normal maintenance, and maybe brakes wearing too soon, burns a little oil. Always started. NEVER left me on the highway stranded. Could use more guts up highway hills, but it's top end is great. Also could use more driver leg room. Fits well in compact car spaces for so much int. cubic ft.