Thanks for the tips guys - will look up the 2lt topic you suggested rangi. Can i also ask, you mentioned servicing, i am gonna have a go at changing the oil and filters myself but i am unsure how to go about servicing a cooling system . Is this somethiing i could do myself? I am good practically but ...

Despite wanting the terrano i've just brought a 1993 2.4 diesal Toyota Surf. It has done just under 300,000km which is alot i know but we got it at a good price and its in excellent condition. I know the 2.4's have a problem with cracking heads i was wondering if anyone has any tips on care and how ...

Yep I'm edging towards the terrano mainly because i'm looking for a lower price car and the older surfs seem to have problems with the heads if they haven't been looked after.

With my llimited mechanical ability i reckon a diesal terrano might be the go.

I am having the same problems choosing The 2.4 TD Surf or the Terrano 2.7 TD Does anyone have any ideas, I'm looking for an older more affordable model that will give me good fuel economy and is reliable. Will be doing some offroad trips along with winter ski runs but will be the daily driver as ...