Both of those are sweet, making me reconsider the search for a LWB model

I had 31s on my 3 door Escudo on 15x8 rims with -19 offset. It had a two inch body lift and a two and a half inch suspension lift. No rubbing issues. That seems like a pretty wide offset vs what i've been seeing on forums before (researching to buy an Escudo). Do you have a pic? I like that fitment...

Anyone had their safari nicked?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-ca ... 978283.htm

Thanks a lot for the advice. Slightly erring on the side of the LWB but will see whats out there. 1.6 and a manual (always!) it is.

How do you find the lwb aside from that? I'd love the extra seats ideally. I guess its also more weight to lug around when its already pretty low on power. Seen some nice builds for both wheel bases online.

Hey all, new member checking in. Based out Kumeu way so occasionally out Muriwai and woodhill way. Currently rocking the mighty L300 4WD :P with a camper/sleeper setup, bit of an overlanding van but getting pretty tempted by something more capable offroad, perhaps a Vitara project as they can be pic...

Hey all, had a taste of 4x4 with my L300 4WD but it doesn't have a very high ceiling on mods so I'm thinking about a Vitara as an ongoing project (seems like they can be pretty capable and don't carry the premium safaris and landcruisers etc do). From what i've read 1.6l is the way to go, but lookin...