Challenger Me This

Will the next-generation Mitsubishi Pajero arrive on the islands of Puerto Rico before their thousands of Navitas (Challengers), and Monteros die off? Mitsubishi is still very popular as a brand in Puerto Rico. While new Lancers and Outlanders sell well on the main island, older SUVs and the long lost Civic competitor, the fifth genration Mirage, are seen all over Vieques, one of the most brutal environments for cars and trucks. Three more Nativa examples and an old Montereo are pictured below, all seen in Vieques in recent years.

I must say, I like the first generation Nativa / Challenger (1995-2008). It had clean lines, a spacious interior, and in the later years, a five speed automatic. They can be seen today all over Vieques (a fine example is pictured above). It is a proven off-roader on three continents.