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4WD recommendation

Posted: Mon Aug 22, 2016 3:34 pm
by sdcsdcsdc
I want a high ground clearance 4WD for beach driving (camping).

Also, need a large panoramic sunroof.

Anyone could recommend me a model?

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 3:10 pm
by bazzle
High clearance 4x4's dont normally come with large panoramic sunroof. Body twist doesn't do nice things there.
Station wagons would be Nissan or Landcruisers.
Dual Cabs, Ford Ranger, Hilux (later models) etc
Also be aware that panoramic roofs let in a LOT of heat.

Beach driving doesn't normally require a lot of clearance. Just all terrains or road tires and low tire pressures. That now makes your choice wider. Pajeros etc etc
What vehicle have you seen that you like?
New or used?
Petrol or diesel?

etc

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 6:46 pm
by GUtripper
Large sunroof?
High clearance?
Get a jeep jk wrangler and take the roof off.

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Fri Sep 02, 2016 11:03 am
by oldmate
Check the back lot at universal studios

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Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:25 pm
by blackops
Im with Bazzle....Nissan or Landcruisers.
Dual Cabs, Ford Ranger, Hilux (later models) etc but diesel is best 4.2 lt sorta

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 7:44 pm
by DamTriton
Early Discovery could potentially be modified with a sunroof in the back to give almost a panoramic view roof but as stated above torsion on the body through any significant body flex (even on sand) will not be your friend.

Best bet as above, anything with NO roof jeep, early Toyota 40 series, Suzuki, Land Rover, etc.

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2016 5:52 pm
by oldmate
I wouldn't totaly discount a sof roader for beach use. I happened to see one of those audi things on Stockton beach last weekend. Complete with low profile tyres.

However another idea would be to speak to a body modification shop. With a body on chassis large 4wd I don't think it would be all that difficult to cut a section of the roof out and install a rubber mounted perspex sheet. Actually even with a monocoque it shouldn't be a problem, but you might find some shops to be reluctant.

Think about how many roofs are modified for camper conversions. On Troopies, but also Hiaces which are a monocoque construction.

Re: 4WD recommendation

Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2016 8:21 pm
by stilivn
Delica