I bought a 2001 kj verada xi top of the range in beautiful condition with 200k on the clock in September of this year and am amazed with the car. Such a lovely car to drive and your spot on , it does have some serious oomf indeed and is surprisingly fuel efficient given the size of the engine and car. I replaced the timing belt , water pump all hoses and radiator for peace of mind. I can't imagine driving anything else. Thanks for making this video 👏
Nice car Paul and it will allow your lovely Dyane a break. No cup holders in your Model T 😊 love the colour. Looking forward to seeing the bumper repairs.
I have a early production TJ Magna Sports in the exact same colour, but with VR-X spoiler. I use it mainly on the highway as the engine has excellent power. Although not a perfect car, bad headlining, remote does not work, traction control not working anymore, uses a bit of oil (a common problem on the 6G7 engine) which I top up occasionally, it has been a reliable workhorse for many years, never broken down. You open the trunk in the glovebox but it requires a bit of effort at times, only one key opens the trunk. Unlocking the passenger door unlocks all doors but on drivers side you need to turn the key twice to unlock all doors. All doors lock if you lock the driver and passenger side. You need to change the timing belt every 100,000km and water pump every two timing belt changes.
I agree with everything you said. I changed timing belt and water pump just after I got him. Good for another 100K. My remotes work, I replaced and programmed new ones.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Did they replace the fuel filter? It tends to get forgotten being underneath near rear wheel, and can cause problems down the track.
Ive got the Verada 2000 version at 160km at its age same color the guy sold it for he is going back to QLD by the way i live in Perth looking for some tips and tricks :)
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Mine is the 5 speed - + and it has never been removed from the car. Just change the transmission fluid every 5 years or so. These engines of course can burn a bit of oil regardless of what Mitsubishi car they are in.
Looks quite tidy Paul. I think that droop snout model were one of the better ones. Seems paint is in pretty good nick considering red tends to fade easily. Must have been garaged. I think they loosen engine mounts and tilt engine to change the rear plugs but as you say they would put iridium plugs in so would not bother changing them unless she starts to run roughly. Probably owned by elderly person who started parking by sound. Guess you got a bargain. Plenty of power if you need it.
Peter Riggall The colour is what drew me to it. He is booked into the mechanics on Wednesday 16th for timing belt, water pump etc be done. Plugs etc, brakes and an auto oil and filter change as well as a full inspect are also on the menu.
It's in very good shape overall. Is it the AWD model? I really like the look of the TJ series overall, you should put some VRX decal's on it brother.🤩 Best off going with some Silver Spark plugs to boost power, torque & fuel efficiency. I recommend some Brisk EVO spark plugs for the front & rear bank, they are a breakthrough because they have that new laser technology within a multispark design & in combination with Silver - just think they would be hard to beat in terms of bang for buck. Silver is the best conductor of heat & electricity for boosting power & torque the most on any older ignition system in order to draw out it's potential. Are you going to put the Mitsubishi 380s motor into with some Graeme Bell camshaft's, equip a Wavetrac LSD & upgrade the exhaust to boost power, torque & reduce weight? Should boost power from 150kw to 230kw in combination with those spark plugs if you do.
Brantley - Thanks for your comments, it’s front drive only . I won’t be putting any other decals on as it’s a Commonwealth Games Special Edition already and extra would look silly. I will, however, look into the Brisk EVO plugs.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 That Wavetrac LSD will make it alot more reliable though. But also handling, acceleration & braking will vastly improve when you equip it. Magna's didn't come with an LSD despite having class leading performance, well except for the manual Ralliart Magna. In fact, you will get alot of improvement's simply by changing the front tyres to some modern performance tyres like some Michelin Pilot Super sport tyres - they will also improve your fuel economy. Change the full size spare tyre kit in the boot for a flat tyre repair kit - it's not a modification. You have to also take out of the boot - the boot floor carpet which just lift's out & the wooden masonry board when you do this. It will reduce weight by about 30kg for improvement's across the board & it add's more room & colour to the boot, the competition did this at the time to reduce weight but Mitsubishi never offered it.
Wayne, nice to hear from you. It’s in quite good condition, considering. It is a credit to your ownership that it has survived as long as many are in deplorable condition now. I’d better not tell you that it’s about to go to my 17 year old nephew.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 The "Key" issue is for security. You can put your valuables in the boot, take the car to a service etc, and they only access the car proper.
Hi Wayne. Thanks for that info. I did work the keys out just after I posted the video. I replaced the plugs, rocker and spark plug tube gaskets as well as the timing belt, tensioner and water pump.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Thats a shame, it looks in such good condition in this video. Did the new owner smash it up? I noticed you said at the beginning of the video, "welcome to sunny Lithgow" I'm in Bathurst, Ive had a lot of Magna/Verada's over the years, still have a KL Verada.
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I bought a 2001 kj verada xi top of the range in beautiful condition with 200k on the clock in September of this year and am amazed with the car. Such a lovely car to drive and your spot on , it does have some serious oomf indeed and is surprisingly fuel efficient given the size of the engine and car. I replaced the timing belt , water pump all hoses and radiator for peace of mind. I can't imagine driving anything else. Thanks for making this video 👏
I just bought one of these off marketplace a few months ago
Is missing the commonwealth games badge so this was really cool to watch
Nice vid bloke 👌🏽
Best looking aussie car
Completely agreed.
Nice car Paul and it will allow your lovely Dyane a break. No cup holders in your Model T 😊 love the colour. Looking forward to seeing the bumper repairs.
Live to Drive yep, no cup holders in the T or Dyane. 😂. I think the colour is great and I’m looking forward to using him.
I have a early production TJ Magna Sports in the exact same colour, but with VR-X spoiler. I use it mainly on the highway as the engine has excellent power. Although not a perfect car, bad headlining, remote does not work, traction control not working anymore, uses a bit of oil (a common problem on the 6G7 engine) which I top up occasionally, it has been a reliable workhorse for many years, never broken down. You open the trunk in the glovebox but it requires a bit of effort at times, only one key opens the trunk. Unlocking the passenger door unlocks all doors but on drivers side you need to turn the key twice to unlock all doors. All doors lock if you lock the driver and passenger side. You need to change the timing belt every 100,000km and water pump every two timing belt changes.
I agree with everything you said. I changed timing belt and water pump just after I got him. Good for another 100K. My remotes work, I replaced and programmed new ones.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Did they replace the fuel filter? It tends to get forgotten being underneath near rear wheel, and can cause problems down the track.
@@j.m.6542 they did. But thanks for the reminder.
Ive got the Verada 2000 version at 160km at its age same color the guy sold it for he is going back to QLD by the way i live in Perth looking for some tips and tricks :)
my 97 diamante/magna does the same thing with the key you’ll also find with one of the keys you can’t unlock the glove box either. one is a valet key
Hi Levi, thanks for that. You are correct and I quickly realised my mistake.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 all goods would love to see more diamante/magna content
Love to see how you like your Magna
Loved it but it has now been passed on to my nephew. He loves it.
That’s my favourite front on this body style
Bob Coxon the colour stood out for me but don’t mind its little beak. 😂
Agreed. The final facelift turned the beautiful Magna into a Frankenstein
My mom had one and she said I only change the oil and battery IT WILL RUN AND RUN TILL IT DEID
If it's the 4spd auto then the engine and gearbox will outlast the car lol, very good find indeed!
Yep, it’s the 4 speed box.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Mine is the 5 speed - + and it has never been removed from the car. Just change the transmission fluid every 5 years or so. These engines of course can burn a bit of oil regardless of what Mitsubishi car they are in.
I think that your boot was replaced but they never rekeyed it, nor reconnected any of the cables to the boot, simple fix really.
Actually, all it was was that I was using the ‘valet’ key which only opens doors and ignition. Changed keys and, hey presto, boot opened.
@@paulscountrygarage9180oh nice, sad to read in the comments it's no longer with us.
@@SkashTheKitsune yes, unfortunately it went to my nephew then the gearbox failed (wave spring is my guess). I was offered it back but had no room.
Looks quite tidy Paul. I think that droop snout model were one of the better ones. Seems paint is in pretty good nick considering red tends to fade easily. Must have been garaged. I think they loosen engine mounts and tilt engine to change the rear plugs but as you say they would put iridium plugs in so would not bother changing them unless she starts to run roughly. Probably owned by elderly person who started parking by sound. Guess you got a bargain. Plenty of power if you need it.
Peter Riggall The colour is what drew me to it. He is booked into the mechanics on Wednesday 16th for timing belt, water pump etc be done. Plugs etc, brakes and an auto oil and filter change as well as a full inspect are also on the menu.
It's in very good shape overall.
Is it the AWD model?
I really like the look of the TJ series overall, you should put some VRX decal's on it brother.🤩
Best off going with some Silver Spark plugs to boost power, torque & fuel efficiency.
I recommend some Brisk EVO spark plugs for the front & rear bank, they are a breakthrough because they have that new laser technology within a multispark design & in combination with Silver - just think they would be hard to beat in terms of bang for buck.
Silver is the best conductor of heat & electricity for boosting power & torque the most on any older ignition system in order to draw out it's potential.
Are you going to put the Mitsubishi 380s motor into with some Graeme Bell camshaft's, equip a Wavetrac LSD & upgrade the exhaust to boost power, torque & reduce weight?
Should boost power from 150kw to 230kw in combination with those spark plugs if you do.
Brantley - Thanks for your comments, it’s front drive only . I won’t be putting any other decals on as it’s a Commonwealth Games Special Edition already and extra would look silly. I will, however, look into the Brisk EVO plugs.
Brantley - Just read the rest of your comment. 😜. No, no plans to change motor or in any way modify the car. I prefer cars as they were built.
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That Wavetrac LSD will make it alot more reliable though.
But also handling, acceleration & braking will vastly improve when you equip it.
Magna's didn't come with an LSD despite having class leading performance, well except for the manual Ralliart Magna.
In fact, you will get alot of improvement's simply by changing the front tyres to some modern performance tyres like some Michelin Pilot Super sport tyres - they will also improve your fuel economy.
Change the full size spare tyre kit in the boot for a flat tyre repair kit - it's not a modification.
You have to also take out of the boot - the boot floor carpet which just lift's out & the wooden masonry board when you do this.
It will reduce weight by about 30kg for improvement's across the board & it add's more room & colour to the boot, the competition did this at the time to reduce weight but Mitsubishi never offered it.
So very disappointed to see this video. I owned that car for many years and sold it in pristine condition to a young fella (from katoomba I think)
Wayne, nice to hear from you. It’s in quite good condition, considering. It is a credit to your ownership that it has survived as long as many are in deplorable condition now. I’d better not tell you that it’s about to go to my 17 year old nephew.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 The "Key" issue is for security. You can put your valuables in the boot, take the car to a service etc, and they only access the car proper.
The back "Plugs" have been renewed.
I replaced that with Verada GTVi
Hi Wayne. Thanks for that info. I did work the keys out just after I posted the video. I replaced the plugs, rocker and spark plug tube gaskets as well as the timing belt, tensioner and water pump.
Do you still own this car?
No, not any more and it went ‘to god’ after it left my hands. 😢
@@paulscountrygarage9180 Thats a shame, it looks in such good condition in this video. Did the new owner smash it up? I noticed you said at the beginning of the video, "welcome to sunny Lithgow" I'm in Bathurst, Ive had a lot of Magna/Verada's over the years, still have a KL Verada.
@@Djr67 it was until the gearbox went and my nephew sold it for parts.
@@paulscountrygarage9180 , shame I bet it was the wave spring failure,
@@Djr67 I think so as well. I was offered it back but had no room at the time. If I had got it back I would have converted it to 5 speed manual.