[{"id": 2654183, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome, capable hoss here!\r\n\r\nI have a '99 Rodeo 4x4 (stick) with this engine and it is utterly reliable, and unstoppable. Sadly my first kid to drive (in about a year) has claimed it.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1540929452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2654226, "authorName": "yotafan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yotafan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tough little trucks, good in the woods...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540930058, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2654263, "authorName": "nickjaynes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nickjaynes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey everybody! Seller here. I will be sad to see the Trooper go. I am only selling it because I am moving to a small apartment in downtown and won't have room for the adventure rig. Otherwise, I'd keep this bad boy for years to come. Clearly, I invested in this thing with an eye to keep it for years. But life throws you curveballs sometimes.\r\n\r\nTwo points of clarification:\r\n- The lefthand turn signals do work, despite what it says in the auction description. They just flash double speed, as if there's a burned-out bulb. Both front and rear bulbs work. So I am guessing a ground wire got shaken loose\r\n\r\n- As for the mileage discrepancy on the CarFax, as you can see if you study it, that was an anomaly. I assume someone marked down the mileage wrong during a smog check. Because you can see the mileage tracks normally before and after that entry\r\n\r\nAnyway, happy bidding and I am happy to answer any questions anyone might have! Thanks", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1540930363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2654296, "authorName": "cklaus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cklaus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had a buddy in college with a '95 Trooper that we used for forest trail running, never let us down. Great rig, and a smart alternative to FJ60 and 4Runner prices that have skyrocketed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540930667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2655569, "authorName": "mrdeezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrdeezy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For being 23 years old that car looks to be in super nice condition inside and out. Especially considering the type of work it does.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540944129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2655625, "authorName": "TheNeedleAbides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theneedleabides/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bravo on this rig! I love seeing odd balls like this done up for the trail. Really would love to see the increasingly rart first gen Trooper with similar equipment. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540945815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2655806, "authorName": "pierce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pierce/", "bidAmount": 800, "content": "$800 bid placed by pierce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540950835, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2655914, "authorName": "2018", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2018/", "bidAmount": 1500, "content": "$1,500 bid placed by 2018", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540953703, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2655985, "authorName": "pierce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pierce/", "bidAmount": 1600, "content": "$1,600 bid placed by pierce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540955691, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2656030, "authorName": "extreme", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/extreme/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While the Gen 2 Montero is a more sensible choice than the Trooper, the 5-speed on these is just so much fun.\n\nWell built and GLWS", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1540957482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2656551, "authorName": "ThreePedalsOnly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalsonly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My parents had a 1993 Isuzu Rodeo with four wheel drive and a five speed. I basically grew up in that car. After 13 years and 260,000 miles, it finally succumbed to the rust consistent with harsh NJ winters. In good condition, these 90s-era Isuzus are diamonds in the rough . Wouldn't be surprised to see these really take off in value in the next five years as LCs and 4Runners become more and more out of reach.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1540994856, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657043, "authorName": "tysonhugie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tysonhugie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good luck with this one @nickjaynes! If it were an Acura SLX I'd be in the running.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541005641, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657076, "authorName": "nickjaynes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nickjaynes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tysonhugie slap an Acura badge on it, and no one will know the difference. Plus, this doesn't have the troublesome TOD system like the Acuras did. So, making this into an SLX would be a win-win! ;)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541006296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657084, "authorName": "hw27", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hw27/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the best year for the 2nd gen Trooper, so they say. The redesigned interior came in 1995 but it still used OBD1 that year.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1541006483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2659015, "authorName": "tfree", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tfree/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We had a 95 Rodeo with the V6. Our first new car and got it cheap cause it had no AC. Great vehicle!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541025304, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2659415, "authorName": "2018", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2018/", "bidAmount": 1800, "content": "$1,800 bid placed by 2018", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541034883, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2659697, "authorName": "Krisb17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/krisb17/", "bidAmount": 1900, "content": "$1,900 bid placed by Krisb17", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541046579, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2659944, "authorName": "Metolius", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/metolius/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by Metolius", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541076358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2660475, "authorName": "Eric_CDI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eric_cdi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are fun , reliable mules. Actually pretty simple , parts are cheap. Tons of easy mods can be done, however aftermarket stuff is limited . Ticky lifters ?.... Isuzu issued a service bulletin some time ago. Run Mobil 0-20 synthetic for a while to clean passages and lifters. Forums are a aplenty for support. Jerry Lemond is the Guru. He is on the Internet, and has a line on oddball stuff. Keep an eye on corrosion with metal coolant crossover tubes, in the engine valley. Our 1993 has more off road miles, than on road. Synthetic seemed to help with oil consumption , but a properly functioning PCV system is key. Oil is seemingly whipped up , then consumed. GLWTA !", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1541088708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2660986, "authorName": "Thatdetroitandy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thatdetroitandy/", "bidAmount": 2600, "content": "$2,600 bid placed by Thatdetroitandy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541096064, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2662939, "authorName": "2018", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2018/", "bidAmount": 2800, "content": "$2,800 bid placed by 2018", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541125467, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2666557, "authorName": "Pelsish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pelsish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 99 with these same mods and it is THE BOMB. Poor man\u2019s Land Cruiser. Very off road capable, fun to drive and a conversation starter. Just bring plenty of oil ;-)", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1541202844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2669112, "authorName": "Loblolly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/loblolly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ive always liked these. Simple, long lived and kind of under the radar in a world where Toyota exists.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541355599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2670162, "authorName": "k2motorsport", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/k2motorsport/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW- These are highly underrated rigs- I've owned a few and once the suspension is stiffened up they are great- Rear axle is something pretty stout for the rigs size, D44 or Corp 12 bolt equivilant with Disc brakes IIRC- Someone is going to get a great buy here- The mods add up to more than the current bid ( that front bumper without the winch is $1400 plus shipping!!)", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1541436580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2671814, "authorName": "Thatdetroitandy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thatdetroitandy/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by Thatdetroitandy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541458951, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2671827, "authorName": "nickjaynes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nickjaynes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller here!\r\n\r\nThanks for all your positivity on here, commenters. I really appreciate it. and I think @k2motorsport is right: these are underrated rigs. He's also not wrong about the cost of this build! haha\r\n\r\nNow that there are fewer than 24 hours left in the auction, let me reiterate that I am happy to field any questions any serious bidders might have. This is a great rig. It should go to a good home. And I'll miss it dearly.\r\n\r\nThanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541459148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2672843, "authorName": "ChrisX4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chrisx4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nickjaynes does this rig have the moon roof? Would the cross bars on the roof hold an ARB tent? Noticed it has the G code limited slip rear diff. Has it been serviced with limited slip diff oil? Does the tape deck work? A friend on Isuzu message boards turned me on to this auction. I have 2 first gen troops.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541515054, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2673012, "authorName": "nickjaynes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nickjaynes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ChrisX4 Thanks for the questions! It doesn't have a moon roof\u2014just one big piece of metal up there on the roof. I can't speak to the sturdiness of the cross bars. I assume yet. But don't quote me. Yep! The rear end has fresh LSD oil in it as of April. I don't know about the tape deck, but I can tell you that the 12-disc CD changer still works, though! Haha I honestly never tried the tape deck. I just don't have any tapes. Thanks again for your inquiries. Let me know what else I can answer for you.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541518484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2673090, "authorName": "rp07", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rp07/", "bidAmount": 3600, "content": "$3,600 bid placed by rp07", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541519823, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673192, "authorName": "ChrisX4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chrisx4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nickjaynes Thanks. I\u2019ll be hitting the refresh button often in the next 4 hours hoping it stays in my budget, but as a Trooper owner and enthusiast I kinda hope it goes high-ha ha. Asked about the tunes cuz I\u2019d be driving it home about 5 hours. 12 disc changer is sweet. Looks like a well sorted out Troop.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541521418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2673414, "authorName": "cmt2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmt2000/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by cmt2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541525569, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673492, "authorName": "ChrisX4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chrisx4/", "bidAmount": 4200, "content": "$4,200 bid placed by ChrisX4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541526975, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673537, "authorName": "1MParker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1mparker/", "bidAmount": 4300, "content": "$4,300 bid placed by 1MParker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541527970, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673567, "authorName": "ChrisX4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chrisx4/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by ChrisX4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541528415, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673667, "authorName": "cmt2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmt2000/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by cmt2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541530031, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673690, "authorName": "rp07", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rp07/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by rp07", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541530304, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673702, "authorName": "cmt2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmt2000/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by cmt2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541530421, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2673724, "authorName": "tade_f", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tade_f/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What the other guy said about Jerry Lemond. He was Isuzu's trainer for service techs. I'm lucky enough to live near him. He has an entire (large) barn of Isuzu parts!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541530676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2674309, "authorName": "cmt2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cmt2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 11/6/18 for $6,000 to cmt2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541535602, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}]