my wife's trooper caught on fire last week and was totaled out (had been in the shop 1 week earlier for a intake manifold leak, rather suspicious). this was the 1st time it had been in a shop for an actual repair in 80,000 miles. it was an excellent vehicle and prior to this we would often comment how much we had enjoyed it.

now to the request: talk me into another trooper.

basicly, what's the odds on finding another trooper that does not use oil (mine used very little in 5000mi/mobil1) and that was maintained well (i was planning on keeping mine well over the 200,000 mark). i have also considered a montero (the older body style and the big one) or, do i use my insurance money for a down payment for a much newer vechile (say a commander).

talk amongst' yourselves while i go to bed.

thanks, joel

Howdy,

If it were for my wife I'd go for something newer. The peace of mind (not to mention the peace and quiet) would be well worth giving up that sweet boxy goodness.

Jay <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/mrt.gif" alt="" />

As great as the Trooper is, I think your wife might have flashbacks of the fire if she got into another one. I will not rent a Neon today because it reminds me of the one my daughter wrecked 5 years ago (she was OK). Nothing is wrong with a Neon, it just bring back memories. What about a Rodeo?

Pete
(I have a Master of Counseling degree, so I naturally have this perspective)

You can't put the bunny back in the box.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRr2OhbXTaE

Vote: Rodeo. Ok, or a newer (less boxy) trooper.

I'd say if you were happy with it after owning it for awhile why not go with somthing you know you like.
for the price, troopers are a real bargin!!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

how about a nice '74 Pinto?

I actually owned a '74 Pinto. Engine went at 66K. It got the same mpg as my Rodeo today.

The prices are good, my concerns are more of the reliability part of the older troopers.

I have a friend with a newer trooper (he won't join the wire) and he still loves it.

You can find some nice 02 troopers for cheap.

sorry for the delay, computer trouble.

jay, i here you knock'n, if momma ain't happy ain't nobody happy.

onebadtrooper, that's why i keep coming back to the trooper: a lot vehicle for the money.

test drove the commander today and it is a very nice truck but ouch! that payment.

thanks y'all,
keep talk'n.

joel s.