Don 5 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Hi Lads & Lasses, I posted this in the 4x4 section but didnt get many replies: I'm looking to buy a 4 wheel drive for the coming season, I'm looking for advice & opinions on whats best, I'm not mechanically minded and I've never owned a 4x4 before, I've got budget of £2000.00 to spend and would appreciate any advice, I would be using it for lamping, carrying my lurcher & guns in it as well. 1 Quote Link to post
Guest Josy Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Pay your money take your choice. What has caught your eye? Quote Link to post
the big chief 3,099 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 get a landi 300 tdi carnt beat them you will need a bit more than 2000 tho lol Quote Link to post
Don 5 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 I kind of like the look of the commercial Isuzi Troopers, but like I said I'm not mechanically minded so i'm looking for advice from someone with exprience, I've heard that the Landrover Discoveries are prone to rust alot but like I said Im not sure. Quote Link to post
big andy 62 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 I run a 51 plate Trooper SWB commercial set up just for the dogs and shooting, I had a few problems at first but that was down to neglect by a previous lying owner !. Its a 3 litre diesel and is not too bad on fuel, runs great on the road and superb off but I do have large off road tyres and wheels fitted. Parts can be a bit pricey but not too bad if you trawl the web...well worth considering. Quote Link to post
ferret-boy 44 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Forester non turbo Cant go wrong Quote Link to post
Don 5 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 get a landi 300 tdi carnt beat them you will need a bit more than 2000 tho lol Ha...have to save up for aother few years for one of them eh! Quote Link to post
big andy 62 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Further to my last I only gave 1500 quid for it...but have spent a lot on it which was my choice. Quote Link to post
Don 5 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 I run a 51 plate Trooper SWB commercial set up just for the dogs and shooting, I had a few problems at first but that was down to neglect by a previous lying owner !. Its a 3 litre diesel and is not too bad on fuel, runs great on the road and superb off but I do have large off road tyres and wheels fitted. Parts can be a bit pricey but not too bad if you trawl the web...well worth considering. Yeh, I really like the look of them, they look ike a modern shape, what sort of MPG areyou getting? Quote Link to post
Sirius 1,391 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Forester non turbo Cant go wrong why non turbo? Quote Link to post
Don 5 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Further to my last I only gave 1500 quid for it...but have spent a lot on it which was my choice. I was hoping to get something that was ready to go, if I was handy enough with the mechanics side of things I would of done the same but its expensive paying someone else to do it lol Quote Link to post
Guest Josy Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Get a decent 300tdi disco for that money but beware there is some shit ones in disguise for that money aswell. Quote Link to post
ferret-boy 44 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Forester non turbo Cant go wrong why non turbo? Forester non turbo Cant go wrong why non turbo? Turbo's cause all sorts of problems mate, there bound to go wrong Quote Link to post
big andy 62 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 I run a 51 plate Trooper SWB commercial set up just for the dogs and shooting, I had a few problems at first but that was down to neglect by a previous lying owner !. Its a 3 litre diesel and is not too bad on fuel, runs great on the road and superb off but I do have large off road tyres and wheels fitted. Parts can be a bit pricey but not too bad if you trawl the web...well worth considering. Yeh, I really like the look of them, they look ike a modern shape, what sort of MPG areyou getting? Around 30 mpg if I keep it steady Quote Link to post
Born Hunter 17,774 Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 What exactly do you want from the motor? What sort of off roading will it have to handle? Will it be used solely as a dog wagon and not everyday/work motor? This might help folks narrow it down for you. A scooby will be f**k all good for you if the terrain your covering is a bit intense, deep mud, steep inclines etc but would be spot on for your average flatland farms. Alot of choice with the twin cab pick ups but I think the Hilux is generally considered the most reliable and the L200 is cheap for a reason (although there are good ones). A Disco is the daddy for off roading in your price range but have their problems. Another to consider would be a Trooper. Just a few that come to mind.... Quote Link to post
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