1989 Mitsubishi Pajero

This short-wheelbase Mitsubishi Pajero is a rugged and dependable modern classic Japanese 4x4, which benefits from a major recent service. Under the bonnet sits a turbocharged 2.5-litre diesel inline-four, delivering around 62kW to all four wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. This original Australian-market example passed compliance in January 1989 and has only recently been acquired by the seller. The odometer shows 243,422 km from new. Build year: 1989 This Pajero is finished in an appealing shade of green with contrasting silver wheel arches and lower body panels, over a grey part vinyl and cloth-trimmed interior, featuring patterned seat and door card inserts. It rides on a set of 16-inch steel wheels finished in white and fitted with Mickey Thompson Baja ATZ tyres. Equipment includes a chrome front bull bar, a rear spare wheel carrier, a high and low range gearbox, a Mitsubishi-branded cassette stereo, a digital clock, heater and ventilation controls, an outside and inside temperature indicator, an altimeter, an inclinometer, push-out front quarter light windows, and electric front windows. This example has been fitted with a windscreen-mounted Auto Meter Phantom II boost pressure gauge and a 2-inch suspension upgrade. One ignition key is included. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The car’s last roadworthiness test was conducted in December 2024, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass. This Pajero’s most recent maintenance was carried outin February 2025 at 240,587 km by a local mechanic, which consisted of a new timing belt kit being fitted, a new water pump, thermostat and gaskets installed, the brake master cylinder and brake fluid being changed, a new battery installed, an engine oil and filter change, the transmission oil changed, a new fuel filter and bypass pipe fitted, and the oil pan gasket replaced. This short-wheelbase Mitsubishi Pajero is a highly versatile modern classic Japanese 4x4, which benefits from a major recent service. Presented with an appealing colour scheme, boxy styling, and boasting a dependable turbocharged diesel engine alongside all-season versatility, it would make a very capable companion for retro daily driving and weekend adventures both on and off the beaten track.