About
What’s this website all about?
I decided to start up this website about the same time I bought my first Mitsubishi Pajero. You’ll be able to follow my progress through the ownership of this motor and see how I get on with tackling the mysteries and adventures I’m faced with.
In fact I’ll be talking about two very specific subjects split into sub-categories:
- Living with a Mitsubishi Pajero on a daily basis
Running it, maintaining it, customising it (maybe), paying for it - that kind of thing - Going off-roading in it
Learning how to drive off-road, preparing the car, fixing it (probably) - that kind of thing
All activities will be accompanied by lots of photos.
Why create a website about it?
Well, why not? There are actually a few reasons. Firstly I wanted to develop my skills as a blogger and learn a bit more about the world of blogging. The new car seemed like a good topic as it’s not just going to be another car for me, but a hobby and hopefully a passion.
I also have a pretty bad memory and I reckon documenting everything I do will act as a good reminder of jobs and things I’ve done to the car for future reference. Hopefully all this will also encourage (or maybe put off!) other people who might be thinking about buying a Pajero. Maybe I’ll even be a source of help or inspiration to someone in the distant future?
Who am I?
I’m a 37 year old bloke from West Yorkshire, England. I’ve got 2 little boys (3 and 4) and a lovely wife who’s age I’m not allowed to mention. I work as a web developer. My name’s Tim.
What sort of 4×4 experience do I have?
Absolutely none. The Pajero is the first 4 wheel drive car I’ve owned and I’ve never been involved in off-roading before.
What experience of working on cars do I have?
Not much really. I’ve done a fair bit of my own servicing over the years - oil changes, brakes, coolant systems - stuff like that. I’ve also swapped the odd exhaust and once upon a time I changed the wheel bearings on my MkV Cortina. But I’ve had pretty new cars in recent years (the last I had from new), so there’s not been much call for it. I’m ambitious and confident about building up my skills though.
Why a Mitsubishi Pajero?
That would take a long time to answer fully, but from what I’ve learned it’s a very competent off-roader, is well equipped for regular driving, is cheap to buy compared to some off-roaders and should last forever if you look after it.
Of course people could argue against these points and I have many others, but for now the decision is working for me.
Why not a Mitsubishi Shogun?
For those who don’t know, Shogun is the name given to this car in the UK (and other places) and Pajero is the name given to it in Japan (and other places?). So to buy a Pajero in the UK it has to be an import. Japanese imports are said to be excellent value for money as they are in better condition than equivalent UK cars as the Japanese don’t salt their roads. A Japanese Pajero is also said to be better equipped as standard than a UK Shogun as well.
Please note: I know full well there are arguments for and against what I’ve just said in the paragraph above. There are also specific downsides to owning a Japanese import, but not a big deal to me personally. I certainly don’t want to upset any Shogun owners out there!
If you would like to leave a comment and let me know about your situation, please use the Pajero Discussion page