GiveMeMoreMitsubishi

The fantastic history of the legendary Mitsubishi Pajero LWB is definitely one of true off-road and safari nature. From its origins as a short wheelbase, long wheelbase variants were introduced approximately a year after its production initialised in July 1983. The inspiration behind the design was to have the appearance of a leopard found in the wild areas of the South American Andes mountain range, between Argentina and Chile. This symbolism would reflect the wild concept and outdoor spirit that Pajero represented. With its introduction in the 1980s, the Jeep version of the Mitsubishi struggled to gain market share with international markets as there were some licensing issues with Willy’s that made it difficult to break ground in overseas markets. The combination of luxury and adventure lifestyle was the main target market, it was a true competitor amongst enthusiasts in 1980s Japan. The appeal of its rugged capability made the vehicle a true item that would soon be introduced t