Mitsubishi Pajero MK1

We don’t say this lightly: this is one of the cleanest Pajeros we’ve had through Deane Motors.

Series 1 Mk1 Pajero, short wheelbase, manual, and sitting on super-rare original Ralliart wheels — which instantly sets it apart. These just don’t come up like this anymore.

The bodywork is excellent. Very straight, very honest, and in our opinion genuinely special. There is no rust whatsoever on this Pajero — not hidden, not disguised, not “for its age”. Just clean metal where it should be. Panels fit properly, lines are sharp, and it presents exactly how a proper Mk1 should.

This Pajero benefitted from a major restoration in 2018, including a body-off rebuild with a galvanised chassis. Not a cosmetic refresh — a proper, no-corners-cut job.

Work carried out includes:

•Galvanised chassis

•Turbo reconditioned

•Front and rear axles rebuilt

•Engine seals renewed

•Timing belt replaced

•Radiator recored

•Starter, alternator and ring gear replaced

•New tyres

•Rare Ralliart wheels refurbished

•All bushes replaced

•Bearings renewed

•Brakes fully rebuilt

•New brake pipes and brake hoses

•Hoses throughout replaced

•Everything painted or powder-coated where appropriate

The result is a tight, correct, beautifully sorted little 4×4 that drives exactly how these should — solid, mechanical, and confidence-inspiring.

These early Pajeros are finally getting the recognition they deserve, and finding a Mk1 SWB in this condition, with this level of work, and these wheels, is becoming exceptionally difficult.

If you’re looking for a proper classic Japanese 4×4, restored the right way and ready to be enjoyed, this one is well worth your attention.