Small but mighty is the fantastic Mitsubishi L300 4×4. I’ve had the pleasure of owning one of these legendary vehicles, and I still wonder whether I should’ve swapped it for my faithful Vanagon Syncro. The L300 4×4 is a compact van built on a modified Mitsubishi Pajero chassis, which means all the benefits of a proper all-terrain vehicle, whilst offering the space and functionality of a SWB van. I love compact overland vehicles, and I’m always impressed by the ingenious ways owners maximise the interior space. Furthermore, they’re generally cheaper to run, easier to ship, nicer to drive, better on technical trails, easy to park, and won’t limit access to locations. Match these benefits with the reliability synonymous with ’90’s Japanese vehicles, and you’ve got a seriously capable overland rig.
This 1993 example showcases the dependable 4D56 2.5 turbo-diesel engine, sought-after 5-speed manual gearbox, and benefits from a wide range of modifications designed to further enhance the L300’s already impressive go-anywhere performance.
From Northeast Auto Imports:
“We imported this van directly from Japan. It was in need of a pretty good cosmetic refurb but ran and drove excellent. We wanted to do a “shop build” here at Northeast Auto Imports, so our first choice was the 1993 Delica.
Originally, we did a lift kit, Rhino racks, Method wheels with Cooper Discoverer STT tires, Quicksand Toyota repaint, custom exhaust, snorkel, timing belt, and some additional upgrades. The van was sold in 2020 to a Maine resident who used it as a daily driver. He had the van oil undercoated and came back for services during his ownership. Maintenance included an EGR Delete, regular oil changes, and a side-mounted ladder. Since the Delica situation in Maine has happened, the owner decided he’d like to sell the vehicle, and we gladly bought back this well-maintained L300.
We have since changed the oil, fuel filter, repaired the typical leaky front body seam, and enjoyed putting a bunch of miles on the van. Since the build, and even during, this van was no stranger to hitting class-six roads or any off-road spot we could squeeze into. It has never left us stranded and is a testament to how reliable these JDM vans can be!”
Specifications
1993 Mitsubishi Delica GLX L300
5-speed
4D56 turbo-diesel
At 148,000 kilometers, the timing belt was done
Fresh oil change
Thule racks
2-inch lift kit
Snorkel
Method wheels
Cooper Discoverer tires
Light bar
EGR delete
Custom exhaust
Side ladder
It has been fluid filmed and is in great shape all around.
This 1993 Mitsubishi L300 4×4 is listed for $24,000 and is currently located in Hudson, New Hampshire. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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