need help buying a 4x4

Post by **Malcolm01** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 8:34 am

hey guys, i'm just wondering if any of you experienced 4x4 drivers could reconmend me a good 4x4. im getting rid of the p.o.s i own already and am looking at spending around $10 to $15k. ive already been told that some 4x4 are great by some ppl than other ppl say there totally crap.. plz help

un bias opinions would be helpfull

thx

Post by **I'll Try** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 8:46 am

gday mate,

What was your old pos?

for a new toy i would reccomend something toyota. theyare strong, easily modifed, plus parts a readily availiable and cheap. what ever you go for make sure its got a solid front end. you will save your self many hassles.

hope that helps

Mark

Post by **Malcolm01** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 9:09 am

thx m8 for the advice, my current 4wd is a 'asia rocsta' with all its 1.6L diesel fury....

its just totally gutless, ive been to moreton island and had cooling problems and lack of power... time to upgrade to something bigger/stronger

Post by **spazbot** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 9:37 am

id say either a hilux, patrol or cruiser would prolly suit what you want

Post by **mangie** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 9:39 am

Two words, Nissan Patrol.

And I own a Rover, how's that for unbiased.

Post by **Malcolm01** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 10:07 am

thx dudes

Post by **pongo** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 10:24 am

yep. Nissan Patrol. I own 1 and a 4runner. Nissan parts are generally cheaper than toyota.

Post by **plowy** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 10:50 am

either toyota or patrol but either way take the creature comforts in something coiled

Post by **Malcolm01** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 11:02 am

so I guess I cant go wrong if i get either a toyota or a nissan patrol

thx guys you all helped heaps

Post by **just cruizin'** » Mon Jan 02, 2006 9:53 pm

How big a vehicle do you need?

For that sort of money I'd go a GQ Patrol, about the same standard as the Toyotas of the same era and you'll get more for money.

Post by **Malcolm01** » Tue Jan 03, 2006 10:25 am

yeah im gona look for a patrol but we'll see what comes along

Post by **Zute** » Wed Jan 04, 2006 10:45 pm

Dont rule out a Prado or Pajero. A '96 Pajero will leave you some money for a bullbar and a full service. Bit more to buy a Prado. But there are lots of these two around that have had an easy life.
My mostly stock '94 Pajero has taken me to, Cape york, Flinders, Couple of Vic High country tripes, plus all through the Brindies and this year weather willing, Tassie. Oh and has towed a few race cars and horses.

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