The Off-Road Legend That Depreciated 60% Because Drivers Feared The Strawberry Milkshake of Death
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Sean is a JDM and off-road enthusiast of many years, and an automotive photographer. He holds a B. A. in Literature and Writing Studies, an A. A. in Communications, and an A. A. in English. He is published in multiple print and digital publications, including SoCal's own Beer Paper LA, Avalon Fantasy Magazine, and CSU San Marcos' 318 Journal. He has been creating automotive content since 2019 after buying his first barely-running car (a 2008 Audi A4 S-Line), then took five years to modify his daily driver into a less daily-able driver: his 2008 Infiniti G37 coupe. His current focus lies in off-roading his 2000 4Runner SR5.
We love finding budget off-road trucks and SUVs, since the cheaper the car, the less you mind beating it up on a trail. However, some models are inexpensive for a reason. In the case of 2000s Nissan models, including the Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder, buyers should be wary of one massive problem that keeps their price tags in check: the dreaded Strawberry Milkshake of Death (SMOD). One bad seal can cripple these otherwise reliable body-on-frame 4x4s.
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