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Top 5 Reliable SUVs Under $3000 - Cheap Used SUVs for Less Than 3k

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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
  • In this video I am going to give you my top 5 picks for a reliable SUV for under $3000. We are not going to be concerned with looks, 0-60 times, or even MPG this video is about RELIABILITY only. So basically I am going to cover cars that are cheap yet have no major or commonly known engine or transmission issues.
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  • @devinmcdaniel3688
    @devinmcdaniel3688 Před 6 lety +232

    Bought a 96’ 4Runner that now has a 286k on the clock. It’s the best vehicle I’ve ever owned.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon Před 6 lety +6

      That probably means you've never had any Toyota before.

    • @devinmcdaniel3688
      @devinmcdaniel3688 Před 6 lety +14

      wholeNwon First Toyota, and won’t be the last one either. 👍

    • @Slychau
      @Slychau Před 6 lety +12

      I still have my 98' Limited at 210K.

    • @smiddysmidton8313
      @smiddysmidton8313 Před 6 lety +3

      wholeNwon not true sime Toyota's are better than others. I assume he has a 3rd gen 4runner with 5vz, well they are bulletproof

    • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
      @AdamSmith-gs2dv Před 6 lety +3

      Just make sure if you live up north that you baby that frame, if you don't it rusts

  • @Cheesycook
    @Cheesycook Před 5 lety +53

    My son is 11. He already inherited his grandmother's 98 4Runner. Got him working on it already. Awesome rig!

    • @pvmwarchief
      @pvmwarchief Před 4 lety +1

      Weither its a 200dollar junkyard car or a 3million dollar car

    • @ElCocoNo_
      @ElCocoNo_ Před 3 lety +2

      I have a 98’ 4Runner too. My father and I work on her whenever she needs it. 2nd but best car I’ve ever owned

    • @OriginalMindTrick
      @OriginalMindTrick Před 4 dny

      Wish those cars were available in my country. Unfortunately not.

  • @GarretSterling
    @GarretSterling Před 4 lety +35

    I'll keep my 2003 Tahoe 5.3L.
    In 2014 I got it for $2k with 140k miles on it; with minimal maintenance costs over the years. It now has over 220k and going strong!!! I'll keep it until it blows up.

    • @condog209
      @condog209 Před 4 lety

      Oh yeah I love the older Tahoe's
      Way better than the Jeeps

    • @jamesgeorge65
      @jamesgeorge65 Před 4 lety

      What are the best Tahoe model years to buy?

    • @ChickenGaming-er2dy
      @ChickenGaming-er2dy Před 3 lety +1

      James George 2006 is a good model year for a tahoe

    • @OriginalMindTrick
      @OriginalMindTrick Před 4 dny

      How come you got it for so cheap? A 11 year old with Tahoe with 140k miles are so damn expensive where I live.

  • @mogukia5806
    @mogukia5806 Před 6 lety +66

    i love 90's design so much

    • @trkrla5113
      @trkrla5113 Před 3 lety

      mogu kia...Like I said...SEXY! 🚙💨

  • @fixitladie
    @fixitladie Před 3 lety +8

    Thanks, I appreciate your analysis. Ever little bit helps!
    0:44 #5 1996-2001 Jeep Ckerokee
    2:40 #4 1995-99 Chevy Blazer
    4:22 #3 2002-06 Honda CRV
    6:28 #2 1996-00 Nissan Pathfinder
    8:19 #1 1996-02 Toyota 4Runner

  • @pablobueno150
    @pablobueno150 Před 5 lety +15

    I have a 1996 Toyota Tacoma 270,000 miles still going strong 💪🏽

  • @filipnorheim6456
    @filipnorheim6456 Před 6 lety +419

    if a Toyota isnt on this list... It wont affect my day at all, but for a split second, I will feel pure rage.

  • @unicron_primus
    @unicron_primus Před 6 lety +16

    Number 1 is TRUE. We currently own a 98, & the thing won't DIE. 😂

  • @3vann5567
    @3vann5567 Před 4 lety +4

    The R50 pathfinder is from 1996-2004, so you can buy the Pathfinders from '96-'04, and in 2000 they added the option to get the VQ35DE engine, which is the same engine as a 350z. My pathfinder has the VQ with a 5-spd manual and 4x4. Don't limit yourself to 2000 model year. Up to 2004 is a great buy.

  • @TheHerreraEra
    @TheHerreraEra Před 5 lety +7

    I agree with this list, great vehicles, in high school and up until last year I had a 96 Maxima with 300K miles it rode like a champ. I now have a 02 Pathfinder with the 3.5 and it is surprisingly great. Haven’t had any major issues, VVT solenoid and changed out some gaskets that were leaking and maybe a sensor or two but those things are really easy to repair. I also have a 2000 Xterra with the 3.3 4x4 standard and that thing is a beast.

  • @cassjr17
    @cassjr17 Před 5 lety +43

    You and scotty are top notch.... I listen to you guys in my car and nod my head like its dr dre

  • @thefireman2854
    @thefireman2854 Před 6 lety +385

    Unfortunately, many of these vehicles in good condition were turned in under cash for clunkers.

    • @masterk5066
      @masterk5066 Před 6 lety +100

      Thefireman 285 Cause people find out they have a repair that costs more than 50 bucks, Panic, then call the junkers & go out to get a 400+ a month car note at 10%++ Interest lol

    • @shitboxoffroad
      @shitboxoffroad Před 6 lety +74

      Thanks Obama!

    • @thefireman2854
      @thefireman2854 Před 6 lety +43

      Inner G Yep, I have a good friend that worked with body shops all over the country. Cash for Clunkers put a ton of them out of business, and he had to lay off his employees and move his office to his house.

    • @shitboxoffroad
      @shitboxoffroad Před 6 lety +44

      Thefireman 285 I'm very familiar, it decimated used car and used car part market, forcing the poor into loans for new cars not great in my opinion.

    • @jason22talley
      @jason22talley Před 6 lety +3

      Jay Man you mean bush

  • @RealityGutPunch
    @RealityGutPunch Před 6 lety +6

    You are doing great work!!! Being the 'mechanic' in my circles; I just refer friends and family to your videos. Also that way they can't blame me for crappy purchase decisions.

  • @dawsonr8214
    @dawsonr8214 Před 6 lety +27

    He’s right the 1996 Toyota 4 runner is a beast. The thing just keeps running and running. Ours has 462000kms and runs like new

  • @PONCHEEZED
    @PONCHEEZED Před 4 lety +2

    I will always stand by my 99 Cherokee. Got it for $2900 in Michigan and did a 2 inch front and rear lift and almost an entire suspension and steering rebuild (because I wanted to) and it runs like a BEAST. My friends who all drive newer and often considered nicer cars envy this little beast of mine.

  • @tommys_chopshop9432
    @tommys_chopshop9432 Před 4 lety +1

    My 02 pathfinder seems to be a good rig.. she has 400,000 k’s (248 thousandish miles roughly) and still drives beautiful.. no mechanical issues at all.. always maintained.. still drives me around every day and goes off road.. any car will last if it’s taken care of

  • @DamnedInBlack92
    @DamnedInBlack92 Před 6 lety +30

    The branch manager of my office has one of these 4runners with 450k miles on it.

  • @travisp11
    @travisp11 Před 6 lety +199

    You had me at thumbnail! My 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport has been nearly bullet proof for the last 7 years and 70K miles. I am up to 196K and other than fluid changes, brake pad changes and heater core she has started every day for me!

    • @travisp11
      @travisp11 Před 6 lety +2

      ken x we may just do that!

    • @axs7689
      @axs7689 Před 6 lety +16

      I stay away from the Jeep brand due to reliability but didn't know there were some that are reliable

    • @travisp11
      @travisp11 Před 6 lety +4

      Asad Siraj you run into minor repairs like light switches and door wires that snap. Also the heater core usually should be replaced. Now, I'm only referring to the XJs. My Grand Cherokees had more electrical issues.

    • @JeffDeWitt
      @JeffDeWitt Před 6 lety +20

      I've got a 96 that I bought in 97 with 28,000 miles on it. It's now got something like 600,000 and is the best car I've ever had. It's not my daily driver anymore, but I still use it fairly regularly and went for a nice ride it this afternoon. No heater core problems but two regular problems these vehicles have are with the heater blower switches and on the two doors (like mine), the weld holding the door hinge can crack and eventually break. I've had to deal with both of those problems. And it's NOT really a Chrysler, AMC designed these and that wonderful 4.0 is an AMC engine who's design goes back decades.

    • @randomvideosn0where
      @randomvideosn0where Před 6 lety +5

      Well it is a Jeep, so who cares if there are no doors.

  • @JimLBon
    @JimLBon Před 5 lety +7

    The XJ is pretty sweet. My folks have three, two over 300k miles on an all original drivetrain and engine. The 4.0/4.2 six is the best thing AMC ever came up with.

  • @fwuffy2368
    @fwuffy2368 Před 6 lety +45

    4runners on the east coast are quite expensive but so worth it

    • @Defund_HOA.
      @Defund_HOA. Před 4 lety +4

      East coast is like a blackhole where all the good cars go to rust out & die.

  • @spencerwright5429
    @spencerwright5429 Před 5 lety +35

    Ehhh, I’d love to know where you can buy an XJ or a 4Runner for under 3k. I’m not sure you can get either for under 5k in decent shape.

    • @Steven-gv1ke
      @Steven-gv1ke Před 5 lety +5

      Exactly! If you find an XJ that is stock, not rusted out, and under 200k miles, you are going to pay $9,000 easy. I have seen a 2001 with 91k sell for $14,500!

    • @ihearti24traffic
      @ihearti24traffic Před 4 lety

      common in Texas

    • @abandonedbucharest7704
      @abandonedbucharest7704 Před 4 lety

      Here in Romania a grand cherokee 2001 with 180k kilometers is 2500 euros

    • @someguysfishing
      @someguysfishing Před 3 lety

      He did say in southern California and that in most parts of the states you may not be able to find them for that price

    • @Friendsshare
      @Friendsshare Před 3 lety

      I have a feeling youtube videos like this is what makes the price of those cars higher. People wisened up and started to push demand for these great products even though they are older.

  • @gibbsm
    @gibbsm Před 5 lety +6

    go for the 3.5L Pathfinders, I've owned an '02 since '06 (165k), and this is the best car I've ever owned, rides great, loaded, bulletproof (with maint.).

  • @BrockOBauma
    @BrockOBauma Před 5 lety +2

    The 4runner is also available with the less common, but fantastically reliable. 2.7l 4cyl. I have one with 262k and it's never had anything but regular maintenance.

  • @bclilboostd
    @bclilboostd Před 3 lety +4

    2000 chevy tracker, got mine for 1k, go anywhere with it, best 1k I've ever spent

  • @aptv6630
    @aptv6630 Před 5 lety +5

    I've seen so much rubbish on CZcams, thank you so much for this video, love the chill, love the straight to the point nature.

  • @XvFenixvX
    @XvFenixvX Před 6 lety +24

    Your guess about the 4runner is right, the only 4runners from that generation that are under 3k in new england have 300k miles and rotted frames

    • @ginosmovies
      @ginosmovies Před 5 lety +3

      Juan Cruz, at least they have great an air conditioner at 60mph,with all those body holes that is!

    • @guyfawkesuThe1
      @guyfawkesuThe1 Před 4 lety

      They hear of undercoating there?

  • @Vanuatoo
    @Vanuatoo Před 6 lety

    I've got 2003 Nissan Pathfinder with 3.5 engine and 4 speed automatic. The car is 4wd. Bought 10 years ago with 44k miles. So far the car has been extremely reliable. The only thing that bothers me is the oil consumption, about 1 quart every 1500 miles. This rate is constant and from what I've read it's the common symptom of early VQ35DEs. It's got 103,000 miles now, with original spark plugs and runs great. 2 light bulbs, lower ball joints, stabilizer bar bushings and CV boot have been changed so far. Intend to keep it forever.

  • @stinkycheese804
    @stinkycheese804 Před 6 lety +2

    The thing about cheap, under $3k SUVs is that by the time they're at that age and/or mileage, few are very reliable and it depends more on how well the owner took care of it, and what work was already done. Certainly there are specific engines and transmissions to avoid, but generally that is reflected in their resale value so if you get a more reliable make and model, you have to get an older model year, old enough that it has depreciated down to the same value.
    In other words, I wouldn't recommend that anyone buy a $3K SUV thinking if they pick one that's supposedly more reliable, that it's a good value unless they are doing most of the repair work themselves. Otherwise they may be better off buying one a few years newer or just accepting that if they need reliability and only have $3K, then an SUV is not for them.
    Besides if your budget is that tight, can you afford the dismal fuel economy?

  • @MrCoffeekelly
    @MrCoffeekelly Před 6 lety +52

    Hahaha "well it is a Chrysler"

  • @Jalvarez2
    @Jalvarez2 Před 6 lety +4

    I love my QX4! 195k and still running strong! 💪🏻👊🏻

  • @nuclearbum9858
    @nuclearbum9858 Před 6 lety +2

    man i swear im not buying a car until i check with this dude...love it

  • @MHASSANF
    @MHASSANF Před 6 lety +1

    I agree, the 3.3 Pathfinder is SOLID. I used to own a 1999 Pathfinder SE 3.3, put 160k on it and the engine and transmission never gave me any issues. Most common problems include the exhaust and A/C condenser which I went through several in that time. Otherwise these trucks are bulletproof.

  • @markythelarky6948
    @markythelarky6948 Před 3 lety +3

    3:43 You missed one common issue with the Blazer's 4.3L V6. The spider injectors have a high failure rate. As a result, GM redesigned them and offered them as replacement parts. The spider injectors failed so often that it's very likely any Blazer/Jimmy you buy will already have had them replaced.

  • @mark2748
    @mark2748 Před 6 lety +37

    it amazes me how american manufacturers get so little HP from such big engines

    • @waterloo123100
      @waterloo123100 Před 6 lety +1

      Biff Dingus Ford and Chrysler make good 4cly motors not Gm

    • @wildbill23c
      @wildbill23c Před 5 lety +1

      Emissions and insurance requirements make the automakers significantly de-tune engines to the point they're extremely underpowered and terrible on fuel economy.

    • @jl8853
      @jl8853 Před 5 lety +4

      Lower compression does add in reliability

    • @SoapAcademy
      @SoapAcademy Před 4 lety

      mark lewin drove a camero the other day.. a rental. 2.0 liter motor that got 275hp! Not bad!

    • @01firstlast
      @01firstlast Před 4 lety +1

      This is before traction control was normal. Drive a 400 horsepower v8 with out traction control and you just spin everywhere

  • @365handle
    @365handle Před 5 lety +1

    He’s #1 pick is 100% correct. Bullet proof engine and transmission. I want one just to take off-roading.

  • @mikexlr8
    @mikexlr8 Před 6 lety +1

    The 3rd gen 4Runners are truly bulletproof. Dollar for dollar I strongly feel it’s the best bang for the buck. It’s not uncommon to get 350k + miles from these. I love my 2001 4Runner and expect to still be driving it 10 years from now!

  • @chadpugh1490
    @chadpugh1490 Před 6 lety +3

    Had a 96 Blazer with the 4.3 V6. Awesome engine. Don't knock the 180hp. U can feel that torque at 240 lb/ft.

  • @AverageNeighbor
    @AverageNeighbor Před 6 lety +79

    Love the old jeeps

  • @temsbab1565
    @temsbab1565 Před 5 lety +1

    This is my list for people in the UK because some of these cars are hard to get over here!
    Landrover discovery
    Landrover freelander
    Landrover defender
    Jeep wrangler 1990s
    Jeep cherokee 1990s
    Toyota land cruiser

  • @BigEightiesNewWave
    @BigEightiesNewWave Před 5 lety +2

    My 90 XJ 4x4 had 290K on it when I sold it. Still ran great. Aisin/Warner AW4 is bulletproof. Same as Yota uses in their trucks.

  • @mph5896
    @mph5896 Před 6 lety +53

    You must be somewhere warm. Everything on that list in Michigan is rotted out and in the scrap yard, minus the CRV which would be $6K+ around here.
    Dodge Durango 2004-2009 with the 4.7l. They get pretty rusty around the edges but you can buy them cheap. If the engine has been maintained and not overheated they will go along time. I have purchased them in the $800-1500 price range w 4wd. Drivetrain is pretty much bullet proof minus the occasional dropping a valve seat/warped heads if ran hot.

    • @zoltarsmith9462
      @zoltarsmith9462 Před 6 lety +5

      I second you on the Michigan rust issue. The second generation 4runner is hard to find not rotted-out here. I had what looked like good leads in Ohio, but those also turned out to have holes in the frame. I also second you on the extra high premium on foreign brands here. It's always interesting to go to other states and see how few domestic cars there are on the roads compared to out here, and the numerous solid old vehicles that appear to be totally rust free.

    • @robertmoore1839
      @robertmoore1839 Před 6 lety +3

      He is in San Diego, California

    • @brebnnr205
      @brebnnr205 Před 6 lety +1

      Wrong!!! My 3rd gen 4runners frame is in good condition and it’s been in Michigan the whole time .

    • @mph5896
      @mph5896 Před 6 lety +8

      Cool, you wanna sell it for under $3k then?

    • @bobsmith597
      @bobsmith597 Před 6 lety

      He is in socal

  • @Blakehx
    @Blakehx Před 6 lety +39

    Good stuff thanks! Will you do one of these on pickup trucks?

  • @TheCarpentersSon
    @TheCarpentersSon Před 5 lety +1

    First car was a 90 cheeokee, never had a problem, got at auction for 3K 2 years later totalled got 6K for it from insurance. Recently had a 93 4 runner got for 2K lasted a year ran perfect, used it for work and it fit a full size couch with the tailgate down. Got hit by a new driver totalled got 2100 for it. Great list all true.

  • @justintutogi47
    @justintutogi47 Před 6 lety

    I daily a 98’ pathfinder se and it’s one of the most reliable vehicles I’ve ever had. I always keep up with the maintenance and everything is still working from the sunroof to the heated front seats to the motor itself. Great SUV and perfect for the snow

  • @Last_one_before_I_go
    @Last_one_before_I_go Před 6 lety +6

    I was thinking/hoping I'd see a Ford Escape on the list (because I'm a Ford man). Picked up an 06 2.3L Std. for $2650 last month 158K. Had real good luck with the 2.5 and 2.3L in my other ford pickups, was thinking an old escape would be a lock.

  • @evanmolden3157
    @evanmolden3157 Před 6 lety +37

    Mitsubishi montero never makes it on these lists.
    The gen 2 has a 3.5l v6 with 215hp and 230lb/ft of torque.
    The SR model has a factory rear air locker 3 way adjustable shocks leather interior cam fit 33s with no lift. And you can get them for like 1500

    • @bobsmith597
      @bobsmith597 Před 6 lety +6

      It's ok but usually not as reliable as CRV's or Toyota SUV's.

    • @clintadams8451
      @clintadams8451 Před 5 lety +5

      @@bobsmith597 The crv & rav's are softroaders, you cannot compare them with a Montero

    • @hououinkyouma5539
      @hououinkyouma5539 Před 5 lety +7

      Good luck with parts

    • @BabyCharlotteschannel
      @BabyCharlotteschannel Před 3 lety

      I love the styling of the Montero's. I'd love to have one with the locker, and some beefy 31 or 32'ish tires..

  • @ibrahimbashfreepalestine

    I own a 1999 Nissan pathfinder with 3.3 man I love this car with all my heart. She has 185k miles = 300k km and still runs and drives as if It just got out of showroom. Yes the only downside of this car is rust gotta keep up with the body maintenance I’m planning on lifting it soon.

  • @fatboy19831
    @fatboy19831 Před 6 lety

    The first Xj came out in 1983 as an 84. It was just under 3000 pounds or about the same as a modern Porsche Boxster. When the 190hp H.O 4.0 came out in 1990 the XJ could hit 60 in just under 8 seconds. Buy 2001 You could get ABS driver and passenger air bags and the chassis was strengthened to meet crash standards. All this added weight so buy 2001 at 3650 pounds the 193 hp XJ took 8.4 seconds to hit 60. It feels quicker. The 4 speed always finds the right gear instantly to put the 4.0 in its sweet spot but buy 70 mph the box like aerodynamics start to slow the Cherokee.

  • @krisconkey8165
    @krisconkey8165 Před 6 lety +137

    4.0 is pretty good? It’s bulletproof!

    • @Lincolnator721
      @Lincolnator721 Před 6 lety +24

      my dad always says pretty good, when he actually means really good/excellent. when he doesn't like something he's just silent lmao.

    • @deanslegos1990
      @deanslegos1990 Před 6 lety +4

      It is outlasting the floorboards

    • @akiwinny5114
      @akiwinny5114 Před 6 lety +1

      Lincolnator it's 2018 lol still worth to get the 4.0?

    • @DakotaJaegle
      @DakotaJaegle Před 5 lety +3

      アッキー yes lol

    • @GeoTrashPanda
      @GeoTrashPanda Před 5 lety

      Most of the time if it's maintenance is up to par yeah but there's been a few lemons that don't hold up to the legendary 4.0L 242ci.

  • @Hubjeep
    @Hubjeep Před 6 lety +8

    Jeep XJ has the AW4 (Toyota) automatic transmission. ZJ Grand Cherokees have the weaker Chrysler transmission.

  • @thetetons744
    @thetetons744 Před 6 lety

    My personal top five (commonly) under 3000
    1. Gen one Expedition
    2. Gen 2 explorer
    3. Grand Cherokee (wj/zj)
    4. Cherokee xj
    5. Tahoe/suburban (1990s to 2000s)

  • @joelspivak6622
    @joelspivak6622 Před 5 lety

    I have a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, straight 6, 4.0 liters! Fabulous SUV ! Bulletproof engine, Select Track transfer case! Love it!

  • @alimerhi6334
    @alimerhi6334 Před 6 lety +30

    The 3.3 Nissan V6 is bullet proof, I have the supercharged version in my xterra. That thing is a beast off-road, and the supercharger whine sounds sweet.

    • @enthused7591
      @enthused7591 Před 6 lety +1

      Literally one of the worst engines ever put in a vehicle. 3.3s are all over every craigslist blown up. Wouldn't touch one for any price lol.

    • @jl8853
      @jl8853 Před 5 lety

      @@enthused7591 my 00 pathfinder just blew up the radiator and took out the head gasket. Never again.

  • @robertkubrick3738
    @robertkubrick3738 Před 5 lety +7

    Not bad but to get below 3 grand, these things are going to be in the 250-300k miles and they will have lots of tiny defects and could well crater in only 10k miles. Do yourself a favor and save up 6k and get one with under 180k miles.

    • @jjpds1
      @jjpds1 Před 5 lety +1

      you trippin . ever heard of offerup?

  • @sn0m0ns
    @sn0m0ns Před 6 lety +1

    Jeep 4.0 has been my favorite engine I have ever owned in a vehicle. My 5.4 V8 in my 97 expedition has been pretty faithful as well, bought it for $2k 4 years ago and the only thing I've done is the serpentine belt and Lucas iol treatment with every oil change due to a rode knock it;s had since I bought it which hasn't got better or worse. Drive it till it dies!

  • @JackS425
    @JackS425 Před 6 lety +1

    The Nissan vg33e (3.3l) is a non-interference, the older vg30 was. You can put the vg30 cams into the 3.3 to gain some power but at the cost of that safety net.

    • @VJrRocksTuneUpGears
      @VJrRocksTuneUpGears Před měsícem

      Good to see your comment here bro , I'm working on 2000 Frontier 3.3L v6 , I wonder if this is the VG33E , Timing belt messed up the teeth and broke while driving , I'm currently ordering a timing kit, Hoping this is not interference , because I did a timing belt replacement for 2001 Frontier before , same thing it breaks while driving on road, but when Finished replacing the whole timing kit It still runs good. And somebody said in comments too that this engine is a non interference , but some mechanics said its interference like what he said on this video.. Based on what I experience last time I am 90 percent confident that these 3.3 liter on these year range are noninterference engine. Just a little bit worried because I'm not a Nissan tech , but cross fingers , so excited to finish putting the timing kit on my 2000 Frontier and I'm hoping it will runs good and think positive and I'll agree on your thoughts on your comment that this is " Non Interference Engine " . Thanks bro !💓🤟

  • @jeffloucks2120
    @jeffloucks2120 Před 5 lety +5

    You make it so hard for me to quit my 3rd gen 4runner.

  • @psilence0
    @psilence0 Před 6 lety +149

    2nd gen honda crv for under 3 grand.... YEA RIGHT!!!

    • @toyoscio
      @toyoscio Před 6 lety +16

      Lol, same with RAV4

    • @Maleekus
      @Maleekus Před 6 lety +2

      I'll sell you my '02 for 3 grand...it's got 310K miles

    • @Live-Life-Freely
      @Live-Life-Freely Před 6 lety +4

      Search Miami Craigslist and you'll see tons of them.

    • @meowmeow2759
      @meowmeow2759 Před 6 lety +1

      Check California or Nevada

    • @shonuffisthemaster
      @shonuffisthemaster Před 6 lety +4

      people do seem to think there made of gold. i was lucky to find my 1st gen with 190k for $2k

  • @waynewicks6814
    @waynewicks6814 Před 4 lety

    I have a 96 Ford explorer it has over 200,000 miles original engine and trans and I have very little to no issues at all absolutely love it it was the last year for the push rod motor and very reliable thank God it runs great

  • @souljaz69
    @souljaz69 Před 6 lety

    Right on point! Let me add a full size SUV - 2001-2007Toyota Sequoia 4.7 V8 can be bought for $4-5k ... super reliable 300k + miles motor, seats 8 passengers, transmission is also good. Can tow about 6-7k lbs. One issue/recall VSC system to watch out for.

  • @ShanepxII
    @ShanepxII Před 6 lety +44

    It looks like your shirt has a giant square mark from the heat press when the logo was put on it. It’s faded very light in the whole chest area. Try tossing it in the dryer, steaming it or ironing the whole shirt to get it to go away.

    • @justinthematrix
      @justinthematrix Před 6 lety +3

      🤣 just noticed

    • @ShanepxII
      @ShanepxII Před 6 lety

      Justin Shaw happens to the best of us...lol. My wife makes custom shirts and clothes for a living so I’m used to her catching the little details...lol

    • @gsmusic2009
      @gsmusic2009 Před 5 lety

      I had a Uses Montero it lasted 7 years

  • @elaidickens343
    @elaidickens343 Před 6 lety +9

    My favorite SUV is the jeep grand Cherokee

  • @TcMcCarthy1
    @TcMcCarthy1 Před 5 lety

    OK man - I took your advice and got a 2005 Honda CRV AWD. Got it for 2800.00 with a salvage title. No major damage and engine and transmission are bullet proof. It just took a fender, grill and radiator hit and was old enough that the insurance company gave up on it. I'm going to do a series of CZcams videos on fixing it up.

  • @702Rider
    @702Rider Před 4 lety +1

    For the Chevy- I'm surprised that the EGR and Intake Gaskets were mentioned for the 4.3L Vortecs but not the fuel issues. On my 95 s10 I ran into both the EGR and intake gasket issues on mine, but hands down the BIGGEST pain in the ass with them is failing fuel pumps- which can be a costly (labor intensive) repair. I replaced 3 different pumps (over 3 different shops/mechanics) in 50k miles. Also did the spider assembly at least twice. They're so notorious for this that people cut holes in the bed to access the pumps easier- this includes the full sized trucks. Besides that- never had issues with axles, bearings, cooling system,overheating, transmission, etc. she only left me stranded twice when the fuel pump gave out.

  • @jb664q
    @jb664q Před 6 lety +8

    Great video but the The Cherokee XJ is more AMC than it is typical Chrysler. The 4.0L engine as well as the automatic transmission in these XJs are pretty bulletproof with the exception of the 00-01 head cracking issue, And even those are few between. Cracked exhaust manifold is easily remedied by aftermarket manifold if/when it happens and the biggest issue with the XJ is rust. Many XJ engines and transmissions outlast the frames that end up rotting out. Out here in AZ our XJs last for ever!

    • @coltoncarpenter3790
      @coltoncarpenter3790 Před 5 lety

      97 or 98 is when they started having issues due to Chrysler phasing out amc.

    • @DiaperSNiFFER
      @DiaperSNiFFER Před 4 lety

      @@coltoncarpenter3790 noted thanks.

  • @nicobordelon1503
    @nicobordelon1503 Před 6 lety +27

    Toyota in its rightful place

  • @missayawk
    @missayawk Před 6 lety

    Paid $1200 for my 2000 jeep grand cherokee.....put another $1000 in it for tires, head/fog lights, ball joint, bushing & rear shocks ( OEM), refurbished radio, driver's seat welded and repadded and sensor.I just need it for the winter and its done the job so far.179k miles

  • @chadpugh1490
    @chadpugh1490 Před 6 lety

    Had a 96 Blazer with the 4.3 Vortec. Don't worry about the 180 hp. The 240 lb/ft of torque more than makes up for it. Also had that 3.3 V6 in my 00 Nissan Xterra. Bulletproof motor. Had 220k when my kid totaled it.

  • @darktigre8214
    @darktigre8214 Před 6 lety +4

    I knew 4runners would be in this list. I want a fwd one for winter

    • @DiaperSNiFFER
      @DiaperSNiFFER Před 5 lety

      Toyota 4runners never come in fwd thou, only 4x4 or Rwd

  • @joeyganey8322
    @joeyganey8322 Před 6 lety +3

    man I agree with most of your list I just can't believe you left out the Toyota 22R and 22RE engine in my opinion that's the most reliable one they ever built

  • @bluecollarstudio8513
    @bluecollarstudio8513 Před 4 lety +1

    I have a 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 3.8l AWD. Besides it burning a quart of oil every thousand miles it runs incredible w 250k on the clock. Better than my 02 pathfinder, 03 Xterra. Killer gas mileage. I've seen them go for $1000-$1500

    • @melissamayer9983
      @melissamayer9983 Před 2 lety

      Yep! I have the same jeep!!! And she’s. Keeper ❤️❤️❤️

  • @BudgOutdoors
    @BudgOutdoors Před 4 lety

    That Cherokee is a damn tank, my buddy's mom in highschool ran U.S. Mail in one and it had almost 600,000 miles on it and was still going when I saw them last

  • @patrickphippspa584
    @patrickphippspa584 Před 6 lety +43

    Good compilation. Couldn't agree more with the Toyota 4Runners! Amazing vehicles.

    • @guyfawkesuThe1
      @guyfawkesuThe1 Před 4 lety

      This guy gets his facts wrong on the model Pathfinder he is referencing. 1996 - 2004 and the they came with 3.5 v6 NOT the 3.3, which was in the Xterra!

  • @galoguevara6049
    @galoguevara6049 Před 5 lety +3

    Dude, you are great. Thank for all the insight. Keep up the good work.

  • @zzoinks
    @zzoinks Před 6 lety +1

    I looked up the Honda CR-V online and a lot of people reported timing chain failures. What's your take on this?

  • @thumper62973
    @thumper62973 Před 3 lety

    94 four runner finally died at 325,000 and I sold it 1,000 under what I bought it, with blown head gasket - 13 yrs ago.. guy was a mechanic and I told him it had blown gasket .. I saw him in it not to long ago, he just swapped the engine.. it's his baby!

  • @mkl757
    @mkl757 Před 5 lety +4

    Kudos for the straight cold face while doing promo for the merch! 😂🤣

  • @sidekicklx1id
    @sidekicklx1id Před 6 lety +3

    the 4runner also come with a 2.7 L in-line 4 which has a timing chain and is even more reliable, it only has 30 less horsepower

    • @DiaperSNiFFER
      @DiaperSNiFFER Před 4 lety

      Yeah very rare to find there good.
      But very slow 😂

  • @fbanda20
    @fbanda20 Před 6 lety

    4runner for the win! I drive a 97 4runner over 100 miles a day for work. Currently sitting at 230k miles no issues. This thing is a beast !

  • @bywayofcomanche2576
    @bywayofcomanche2576 Před 5 lety +1

    This was REALLY helpful. Just spent all day researching best 4x4s. Thanks!!!

  • @logicalthinker78
    @logicalthinker78 Před 6 lety +3

    My 98 cherokee with the 4.0 was by far the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. Replaced the transfer case, ac compressor and start at around 140k miles which cost less that $1,500 and that is it. Oil was clean and didn't burn a drop at 225k when I gave it to my father for cash for clunkers. Far less repairs than my current 06 4.0L tacoma.

  • @lacha608
    @lacha608 Před 5 lety +3

    It would have been helpful if you had included mpg. I'd love to see you do a video on reliable full size vans under $5k.

  • @fatboy19831
    @fatboy19831 Před 6 lety

    I have an 2001 Cherokee limited. 304,000 miles. My oil filter housing was just replaced. It had been leaking for 80,000 miles before I replaced it. I thought it was the rear main seal. The Cherokee is my daily driver. I would drive it cross country tomorrow.

  • @robertkretschman4697
    @robertkretschman4697 Před 4 lety

    Got a 99’ 4runner limited , 338.689 miles running strong !

  • @danthayer4770
    @danthayer4770 Před 6 lety +18

    As many S10s and Blazers I've had to work on I can't agree with it being on the list. Although yes they do go forever when maintained properly but if it's constantly in the shop it's not very reliable.

    • @hououinkyouma5539
      @hououinkyouma5539 Před 5 lety

      I mentioned this as well. The years he picked probably had the most issues, mostly with the fuel injection.

    • @ramtrucks721
      @ramtrucks721 Před 5 lety

      They don't go on forever....just stop

    • @lonewolf-oc9vr
      @lonewolf-oc9vr Před 4 lety

      i have a 99 chevy s10 with 400k still run like new

  • @kenl2367
    @kenl2367 Před 6 lety +6

    please make a video for mini and full size vans

  • @lordvader3283
    @lordvader3283 Před 4 lety +1

    I think 2nd gen and mid to late gen explorers are good. I got one with the v6 SOHC and it makes 210hp. The only problem is time chain cassettes but at 252k mine are still fairly good.

    • @atx-cvpi_99
      @atx-cvpi_99 Před 3 lety

      Those were really bad about Firestone tire blowouts. Ford Rangers were much better.

  • @bonnon0brian
    @bonnon0brian Před 5 lety

    My 3rd gen was 500 bucks, I welded up the frame it is the best vehicle I’ve owed! Glad to have found one I could fix myself

  • @JohnDoe-zc2jb
    @JohnDoe-zc2jb Před 6 lety +41

    Please make a video for most reliable SUVs at a higher price point and also a video about most reliable trucks. Thanks

    • @kgisabeast
      @kgisabeast Před 6 lety +6

      Toyota

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon Před 6 lety +1

      Yup, it's really as simple as that.

    • @jaredlokay
      @jaredlokay Před 6 lety +1

      2003-2005 Toyota 4Runner has been one of the highest rated SUV's to date, especially with the 4.7L engine. It's one of Toyota's strongest running V8 engine they have ever built.

    • @trkrla5113
      @trkrla5113 Před 3 lety

      John Doe...Hey John! I'm willing to part with $3k or so. Can you part with the rest? 💲💰🏦😁

  • @jonathandriscoll7930
    @jonathandriscoll7930 Před 5 lety +6

    I think the 4 liter is more reliable than the 4.3

  • @josiahlopez-poindexter7821

    For sure agree with this list, but am curious as to why the 1st Gen Nissan XTERRA isn’t on here. I bought one with 191k on the engine and have been driving it for about 2 1/2 months now with no issues other than a minor transmission slip from 2nd to 3rd gear that doesn’t happen if I keep the engine above 1,500 RPM in between those gears. [Edit] It does have the 3.3L V6 (VG33E, non-R since it doesn’t have the supercharged) that starts up and runs like it’s brand new!

  • @jomeldemdayo3636
    @jomeldemdayo3636 Před rokem +1

    You can expect to have an R50 pathfinder and 4runner always reliable suv reviews 👍

  • @syezar
    @syezar Před 6 lety +91

    Good luck finding a second generation crv under 200k for that price though.

    • @maprow
      @maprow Před 6 lety +10

      Yeah, I was just going to make the same comment. 2nd gen CRV's start around $5,000 at least near me. (Chicago, IL)

    • @MrCoffeekelly
      @MrCoffeekelly Před 6 lety +8

      good luck finding any of these vehicles listed for 3 grand in the Midwest that aren't rusted out pieces of junk.

    • @settripsbunch
      @settripsbunch Před 6 lety

      Same for the Chevy 4.3's...all day for the jeep $500 to 3500 100k to 299k...and I wouldnt by a pathfinder for 1500.. most suspect vehicle on the list especially over the i6

    • @25-8
      @25-8 Před 6 lety +2

      I'm in North Texas and there seems to be a good handful on car gurus and Craigslist for around $4-6k with many around 130-170k miles in decent shape. I don't think he would mean all of these cars to be under $3k to have under 200k miles on them, I would assume if your budget is that tight and don't have many options.

    • @yogtheterrible
      @yogtheterrible Před 6 lety +1

      Unfortunately the prices for all of these SUVs are about 6k and higher where I live

  • @Eldoce381
    @Eldoce381 Před 6 lety +4

    Thank u for your videos
    Can u make one with more reliable minivans
    And what are your thoughts with push start bottom thank you again your channel is awesome

  • @justinmorton3976
    @justinmorton3976 Před 6 lety

    I bought a 2001 4runner with 4wd for the x wife. Just had the timing done on it and heads. From Florida, we are in Michigan. She bent the front right strut in a little accident... Instead of getting it repaired, she junked it and got a vw golf.....

  • @rafayelakopyan6604
    @rafayelakopyan6604 Před 6 lety +1

    Excellent videos, but if I were you, I would add a disclaimer at the beginning of the videos stating that even reliable cars can be a POS if theyre not properly maintained, and buy at your own risk...

  • @mariselaibarra49
    @mariselaibarra49 Před 6 lety +7

    Love my 98 xj.

  • @Mr.EricMBlack
    @Mr.EricMBlack Před 5 lety +3

    2001 Jeep XJ Cherokee 223k miles. Keeps on running, well.
    Just go ahead and bury me in my Jeep. It will last longer than me.

  • @WtF-ki9vp
    @WtF-ki9vp Před 5 lety +2

    Wow! Any good vehicle can go 200K miles without problems. I would expect at least 400K miles for a good one!

  • @thomaspeterson8659
    @thomaspeterson8659 Před 6 lety +1

    I liked the tax return reference. More subtle than the used car salesman parody.