Description
Mitsubishi Pajero Dakar | 1989
Highlights:
– 3.0-litre naturally aspirated inline-six engine, petrol, 5-speed manual transmission
– Full Dakar Rally livery replicating the iconic Sonuto Mitsubishi #189 entry
– Competed in the 2025 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, FIA-homologated with official event plaque on board
– 8,500 km on the odometer
– Hungarian registration; matching 1:43 scale model included
The seller offers for sale this 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero Dakar, powered by a 3.0-litre inline-six petrol engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. This 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero carries the full race livery of the legendary Sonuto Mitsubishi #189 Dakar entry, finished in white, red and black with period-correct Bridgestone, Shell and Nikon sponsor graphics. The odometer shows just 8,500 km. The vehicle is located in Pest county, Hungary, and carries a Hungarian registration. The interior has been comprehensively prepared for competition use, featuring a MOMO flat-bottom steering wheel, bucket seats with multi-point racing harnesses, a roll cage and full safety equipment. Official Dakar Rally 2025 Saudi Arabia and FIA plaques are affixed to the interior. A matching 1:43 scale die-cast model of the same livery is included with the sale.
The Mitsubishi Pajero is one of the most celebrated off-road vehicles in motorsport history. First introduced in 1982, the Pajero went on to dominate the Dakar Rally, accumulating twelve overall victories across its competition career. The first-generation short-wheelbase Pajero — as seen here — was the model that laid the foundations for that dynasty, combining a rugged body-on-frame construction with capable four-wheel-drive hardware. The Dakar edition designation references the rally-tribute variants and builds that cemented the Pajero’s place in off-road legend.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
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This car is currently located in: Pest county, Hungary.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Hungarian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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