Guys, I looked up what Pajero means in English before I wrote this, and I wish I hadn’t. Regardless, this is one badass 1993 Mitsubishi Pajero offered by JDM Sport Classics in Three Rivers, Michigan. For only $12,995, you get a unique midsize SUV in excellent shape with just 57,673 original miles and a 2.8-liter 4M40 turbo-diesel engine built for the rigors of the Dakar Rally. Sign us up.
The Legendary Mitsubishi Pajero
The Mitsubishi Pajero—known in the United States as the Mitsubishi Montero for reasons that will become clear when you inevitably Google the name—is a midsize SUV built by Mitsubishi from 1981 to 2021. This particular Pajero is a second-generation model (1991–1999), which evolved the original’s formula with smoother body lines and the introduction of a powerful diesel engine.
The Pajero is perhaps best known for its dominance in the Dakar Rally, often referred to as “the world’s toughest race.” Stretching over 6,200 miles from Paris through the deserts and plains of Africa, Dakar pushed both man and machine to the limit. Mitsubishi first entered in 1983 and claimed its first victory in 1985. Over 26 entries, the brand earned 12 total victories, including an unprecedented seven consecutive wins, solidifying the Pajero’s reputation as the “King of the Desert.”
These rigs are tough to find—only nine second-generation Pajeros have sold at auction in the last five years. That’s why this one’s worth jumping on while you can.
The Specs & Condition
This low-mileage Pajero isn’t show-quality, but it’s an outstanding driver and adventure rig. As the folks at JDM Sport Classics note, it’s ready for anything—and a ton of fun in the dirt.
Mechanical
- 2.8-liter 4M40 turbo-diesel inline-four
- Top-mounted intercooler
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Selectable 4×4 drivetrain
Interior
- Gray upholstered seats
- Front and rear climate control
- Power windows and mirrors
- Factory-fitted compass, thermometer, and altimeter
- Factory parcel shelf
- Air conditioning
- Exterior
- Color code T88/H81 (Dark Blue Pearl / Silver Metallic)
- Full-size rear-mounted spare tire
- Aftermarket Campeão do Mundo wheels
- Tinted rear glass
- Fender-mounted rearview mirror
- Functional hood scoop