Love watching my own car in a review! Thanks for coming out!!

I love isuzu. My pops used to drive an Isuzu Rodeo, he passed away when I was younger and every time I see an Isuzu rodeo or any isuzu vehicle it reminds me of him. I think isuzu is super underrated and without him I never would have discovered how cool Isuzu can be. Thank you for reviewing one of these and all the other isuzu cars, you're awesome.

Respect to Isuzu for building something that actually lasts.

Thanks for this review of an icon, I have a 2001 Isuzu Bighorn, had it for 15 years , going on now for 350k and still the most reliable vehicle I've had, and that's from being driven on dirt roads of Africa....

Most Isuzus made in the last 40 years are still running the logging roads in Africa & Asia, towing & carrying loads from salty rusty Europe to freezing Siberia. These vehicles have been through all climates and conditions and they're still chugging along, especially the pushrod diesels. Absolute respect to Isuzu and its enormous heritage of reliability and getting the job done, these cars and pickups have paid for themselves 10x over.

Everyone be warned! These are extremely reliable EXCEPT the automatic ones. They put a very very poor GM auto in it that was meant for cars. They all blow up.

Ive always been Isuzu curious. In particular the want is super strong for an old school Isuzu Amigo. Always thought they were super rad.

Great to see, thank you for this. Love to see a review of a manual, U.S. spec Trooper. Especially after the first major update for MY 1995, with the new dash and improvements. As you said earlier in the video, the 1995 model year was the first year for airbags. The '95 Trooper was an industry first as well. In October 1994, the Trooper was the first Japanese nameplate in the SUV segment and segment overall after the Range Rover (and Discovery) to have dual airbags. This was only because Land Rover was only "first" by some 6 months, with the RR Classic and Discovery midway through the 1994 model year (SRS RR sold as a '95) The Land Cruiser 80 followed in March 1995 as the next one. Like most old school SRS, design of this passenger airbag is very unsafe today, because it punched towards the passenger during initial deployment. Aside from that, Isuzu isn't giving enough credit for this generation. It started as a rugged bare bones entrant in the 70s, gradually growing into a semi-civilized family vehicle for Middle America. While civilizing the first generation in the mid-80s, which was like trying to extract water from a rock, planning and development of this as a 1992 model began and the target shifted midway to creating the equivalent of Mercedes-Benz 300 Sedan (W124 E-Class) on stilts. Isuzu wanted this to be a luxury vehicle and for the Rodeo to take its place in the existing lineup. A fully loaded Trooper Limited in 1995 cost $80,000 in today's money! And they were even more expensive internationally, due to size and engine displacement in some cases. This generation of Trooper was designed in the Japan Asset Bubble 1980s to be a luxury vehicle, which paid off initially, but Isuzu couldn't top what they did with this vehicle and struggled in the 1990s to devise a solution, to redesign it in a profitable enough business case by 2000. GM ruined any propositions ultimately, with the DOA Ascender. This vehicle was mostly Isuzu JP and USA in the 1980s, as the general body design was fully done with by 1988, even if it wouldn't arrive until early 1992. A love collecting modern classic manuals, so I hope to find one of these soon.

You don't see these any more, which is a shame because it was a fine alternative to the 4Runner and the Mitsubishi Montero/Montero Sport. This was sold under at least 13 different makes and models and is really a global car.

One little known trick in manual troopers like this '95 is the ability to shift on the fly from 4LO into 4HI, but only from LOW to HI. For instance, clambering around in 2nd gear of 4LO, clear the obstacle that needed low gear, clutch in, throw the transfer case lever from 4LO to 4HI and when you release the clutch you are instantly in 2nd gear 4HI. It's a pretty unique transfer case and if you really like 4wd manuals its a fun one that allows some interesting advantages in certain situations. Owned and wheeled a 95 trooper manual for years and it was a very capable and durable vehicle.

I miss Isuzu here in the USA. We are missing out on vehicles like Isuzu Dmax (a mid sized pickup that was based on the Colorado) and the MUX (a Body on Frame SUV based on the Dmax Pickup)

Isuzu Rodeos, Troopers, etc, VERY Underrated ! Luv my '98.. Yea, I've had to do certain Repairs, but Still, They've been making dependable trucks,vans, for Decades...

I miss the Isuzu brand in America. I like these years of Troopers. I was actually looking at the JDM Bighorn 2 doors and thinking of buying one and importing one to the states. Tuanks for the review. Amazing.

Excellent video! Sound, production, narrative all great. Bonus - it's about the Trooper. I have a 95, equipped as per your subject. It's a tank. 235K. Lifters click and it sounds awful, but just keeps going. Cheers!

I had and loved an '89 Isuzu Trooper II. Loved the 5 speed, Had it painted Carmine (maroon) with Daytona green Isuzu graphics and Masser Mudders,

This was also sold as the Acura SLX in North America from 1996 to 1999

I believe that particular car has a body lift. They're great wagons (although that one is crazily rusty). But yes, it was rebadged by so many other companies. I had the 3.2v6 Lotus Bighorn version 23 years ago. It was replaced by a Passat 2.8 v6, then an Audi S4, Mercedes ML63 and I've just bought a '96 Isuzu Bighorn 3.1TD XS as a general hack (I hate the thought of stone-chips when taking the ML63 out to the mountainbike trails). The Bighorn really is a 'do it all' fun-wagon. It'll happily cruise on the motorway but, unless you have the 3.2 v6, don't expect it to perform. Mind you ... the 3.1 TD will happily cruise without needing to stop at every gas station ... unlike the petrol v6! It's just a shame that these were such a "little-known-gem" that nobody makes any aftermarket parts. But great cars to grab for a bargain deal.

Mine is 25 years old now and doesn't miss a beat. Love the old girl. Manual 3 litre turbo diesel. Could pull a house down.

Not the nicest SUV in the world, but it was more reliable than POS Blazer. The interior seems to be nicer too.

I had a 93 and I would give anything to have it back one of the best vehicles I've ever owned

I've got one Isuzu bighorn 3.1 turbo diesel great truck haven't got it stuck off road yet

The red flashing light is the factory security system. It even says, 'SECURITY' on your faded lettering.

I had a four wheel drive Isuzu Pup. It was great. I wish they made vehicles like these still.

Mine is 98 3.0 Trooper with mileage over 320000, still running like a bull and suspension is still solid like a rock!!!

My first job was at a Isuzu/Buick dealership. The Troopers were solid.

These were sold in the Philippines both under Isuzu's official dealers and second hand imports from Japan (as the Bighorn and Honda Horizon)

I have a 94 Trooper Se with 280000 miles and I go everywhere rockhounding, Damm great rig except it hates hills and passes on the highway thanks to how it's geared but will gleefully climb a mountain off road, Topaz mountain in Utah is a great example

I remember back in the late 1990s until the early 2000s Isuzu Trooper sold well in the Philippines, it held its own against Toyota Land Cruiser and Mitsubishi Pajero. But they never released a new gen which is bummer because a lot of Filipinos really loved it because it was more affordable.

I have a1995 trooper and I love it mine also still had the original Fujitsu 10 stereo system when I got it just a little tid bit...

Also, my 02 trooper Ls has a on the fly push button into 4 auto which is like a really weird form of 4 high from what I understand for 4 low it's the same as this one however, stop, neutral shift

I like these Isuzus. Im been looking for one to use for Overland trips. 😊.

The Best thing about the back seats is they lean back in multiple positions. They also fold up and lock in multiple positions. Dope

Loved the looks of this back in the day and even now it still looks good.

driving a 2001 version of this. 150k kms on it. still roars like a beast.

I've got two '99's. Loved my first one so much, I had to get another... just in case.

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Think you answered your own question on those angled switches. Big obstacle, so do you want the switches slightly more ergonomically positioned? I sure do! This is a great looking ride. Any chance that weird switch is for that light bar?

Not all push button systems require the vehicle to stop, the super select II system that came out in the second gen pajero still had a physical level but no need to stop the vehicle between 4H and 2H, only be under off memory 80 Km/h, 100 km/h in the 3rd and 4th gen, and even they still had a physical level, much prefer the lever over the push button system

I had seen this trooper for sale on Facebook. Good score, had it been closer it would have been mine

I have a Trooper and loved your review. Thanks!

Funtime watching your video. That Trooper vehicle is running probably because it has a manual transmission vs the 4L30E which was not heavy duty enough for the Trooper in my opinion. My Isuzu Rodeo is running with a 4L30E likely due to it vehicle is smaller and not as heavy.

Nice, actually where i live they are selling one with Acura Badge, fare condition.... first time ive seen it like that..... also manual 4x4. 1300dlls

These trucks look sweet. My aunt & uncle have a neighbor with one.

despite how rare these were even back in the day where i live. i got to see one of these a few days ago still going strong in the harsh conditions of kurdistan. japanese cars are the definition of indestructible

I didn't know Jack Black review cars... Good content bro!

This car makes me want to drink Hi-C and play Mortal Combat, in all the best ways. I SO WISH these could be re-launched in the states, along with the old Monteros and and old-school Tracker too.

I have the same spec 1994 with the 5-speed 167k. Love the trooper and all the weirdness

That button looks awfully a lot like rear sway bar disconnect?

They are excellent candidates for importing the JDM engine and trans for. Every country out side north America had a TD version. The 4jb1-tc 2.8 and 4jg2-tc 3.1 They take these things to Toyota highlucks reliably. . Ive known a few that imported everything related to the 3rd row and added it. As all mounting points where there. There more of a 90s ranger extra cab seat, then a bench. . Sadly the vast majority of the automatics are a GM 4L30-E poo box with horrible reliability. 88 to 91 with the 2.6L has a good Asian warner auto trans. And a very small number in 2004 have the AW auto. Every other auto trans, is that gm poo box.

What rims are those. Does anyone know

In the classic repair manual "How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive, a Step-by-Step Guide for the Compleat Idiot", there is an appendix that details how to add a flashing red led to your dashboard to make would-be thieves think you have an aftermarket car alarm system installed. The circuit's pretty much just a red LED, a capacitor, and a few resistors.

... Ok...first off, Isuzus had shift on the fly 4wd from the early 90's late 80's. You can shift into 4wd hi range at 70 mph, I wouldn't recommend it but you can. Also Isuzu had the most standard features for any vehicle in its class. Also 2nd Gen went from 92-02 and they had a face lift in 98. And the fog light switches were put in by a previous owner to operate the off-road lights.

Is it still available for sale ?.

I love Isuzu trooper I had one sold it and I regretted than I bought another one it took 8 months to find it it’s a great car I love driving my 1996 trooper

That red light and the fog light switches and the gage dimmer are all factory. The red light is anti theft it says it in my 97

“Man listen, all this walking is hurtin my feet, Ohh, money looks sweet (where at?), In the Isuzu Jeep!” - “Gimme the Loot” by Notorious B.I.G

Crazy I had a rodeo/passport it was good until the rear trailing arm broke it was rusty as ever.

It was also badged as a Vauxhall Monterey in the UK but we also got the Isuzu Trooper... the Isuzu was more expensive

wish i could buy one but Nissani 2004 still our baby 189.000 miles and still strong. v6 auto kept in its own garage.

THANKS FOR THE TROOPER REVIEW, AND DONE SUBSCRIBE!

My first car.. almost flip this thing like 5 times 😅.. very tall and skinny.. no sharp turns please

Those lights are definitely aftermarket

This looks absolutely gorgeous, especially with that tasteful front ram bar. This is why I don't like crossovers in the least: they have no real purpose or identity. This baby is iconic and you KNOW what it's for.

thats a nice one. i love my '94. its down for a bit to have the engine rebuilt!

I'm about to buy a manual version.

so does this mean parts from rebranded subarus, hondas etc are interchangeable?

This and the pajero were the best normal off-road trucks then. In my opinion.

Love it the wait is over

Should’ve tried over the mud, sand dooms, river side…etc and you would have seen the real trooper.

thought these things were only japanese box trucks! i guess i am wrong..

Great review!

I have a 1991 isuzu rodeo do a car review 😅

I think it was made through 2007 under some name.

I imported a automatic 1996 Isuzu Bighorn with the 3.1 diesel and the automatic is the more reliable Toyota aisin transmission. The v6 gas auto is a crappy gm one.

it has the wheels of a toyota 4runer

216,000 and still strong.

281k miles God Bless 🙏🏻

What's an "ezuzu"?.

Very cool

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First! Greetings from Uruguay Merry christmass

Cool 🥰

These are starting to grown on me as they push the BS EV agenda

These were very prone to roll-overs.

WTF!!!!! SUVs with manual trashmissions😟☹️😣😖🤮

Reclining back seats!! I miss my 94 trooper.

Merry Christmas everyone 🎄🎅