Why on EARTH would you be happy with a vehicle that's only done 40k miles,
that you have to put half a pint every 1500 miles? Surely you went back to
the dealership and asked why?
I have owned 2 Isuzu's.and would NEVER own another....there are far better
4WD vehicles out there, that dont have motor issues....(only my opinion)

"blodwyn_pig" > wrote in message
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> I've had my 2000 Trooper LTD from new, with 40k miles on it. It's still
> running sweet. I do check the oil every few weeks and usually expect to
put
> in around half a pint or so every 1500 - 2000 miles. I get the oil and
> filter changed every 3750 miles (halfway between the recommended
intervals).
> Most of the time I'm doing local miles, but have had trips up to 350 miles
> in a day without any aches or pains. I've also done some mild offroading
> to reach some remote Boy Scout events, and some snow and ice stuff enough
to
> get the TOD lights flashing up a storm, all without any fuss or drama.
My
> first Isuzu, and I'm real happy with it.
>
> Good luck
>
>
> "Zip" > wrote in message
> ...
> > I'm thinking of buying a used 2000 Trooper LS with 60,000 miles on it.
It
> > recently had a new engine installed by the dealer. Apparently the
original
> > engine had a loss of oil problem and Isuzu replaced it under warranty??
> > Anyone have any experience with this model year? I'm currently driving a
> '93
> > Trooper and I love it.
> >
> > Thanks/Gregg
> >
> >
>
>