I've come accross a 1986 Safari on tradme all set up for cmaping etc. It has a 3.2l diesel turbo, front left wheel bearing replaced, Auto hubs replaced with new manual hubs, Front leaf spring bushes, Front break pads, Wheel bearings adjusted, Glow plugs changed before last winter, Cylinder head ...

http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=23576&p=261978#p261978 mines still up for sale. Funny you looked at terrano and then safari. I progressed from terrano to safari Terrano just couldn't do it in the end . Love the safari, buying a LWB when back in Oz and et up for desert ...

He said it was an indicator the big ends were on there way out.

scratch that, just spoke to a mate who has had experience with safari's said to steer clear of it regarding the low oil pressure.

back to trade me...story of my life....

Another thing to check for is rust in chassis. There are several sections where they have a double skin and have a habit of rusting out. My one had rusted where the chassis crossmember that the shocks are mounted to, joined the chassis rails. So I'd say if it is one that has seen the beach be ...

Hi all, I'm looking at a Terrano tomorrow. Its done 180000km looks to be in tidy condition with clean interior and engine bay etc and new tyres on the front. Any advice on what to look out for would be greatly appreciated. If it all checks out and i can get it at the right price i'll be looking to ...

I've been scanning the pages of trademe recently and come across this... http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/tq/17/151949217.jpg http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Land-Rover/Series/auction-335319411.htm Its a bit different and has a bit of character. Was wondering whats involved in ...

oh and if you mean a mu, well they have very little articulation that even if you spend a fortune doesn't improve much. great engines but they are just not that good off road. we have had a couple of Pajero's and they were great. Surprised quite a few people. If you get one with a factory rear ...

chipman wrote:What about a Bighorn good all-rounder in my opinion although I am biased.

Cheers

I've thought about these but not to sure, terranos an hiluxs seem like the safe choice. What are the common faults/down sides to the isuzu?

SP450andLE wrote:

radman wrote:Looks ok,

Would'nt mind something a bit bigger. Will definatly keep it in mind though.

Bigger as in bigger engine? http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motor ... 792709.htm

hahaha i don't mind standing out but thats just a bit over the top for me haha.

Looks ok,

Would'nt mind something a bit bigger. Will definatly keep it in mind though.

Looking for a reliable entry level 4x4. Something to get me from a-b during the week and adventure/out of town in the weekend. Pref petrol but open to diesel, must have current wof and reg, bonus if it already had some decent upgrades. I'm located in Auckland, i don't currently have a vehicle so ...

Hi I'm Daniel. I've recently moved to Auckland from Taupo. I managed to get out on a few runs with the Taupo Club during the winter and really enjoyed it. I'm looking to get a 4WD, at the moment all i have for transport is my trusty mountain bike, which is great for around town but i don't want to ...