Time for a new tug
Submitted: Tuesday, Nov 06, 2012 at 21:50
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Member - Mal B
Time to change our 1992 GXL 1hdt [385,000ks] with the 2in lift June is having trouble getting in and out [ we fitted a 12v step ] this helps getting in but not out.
Looks like we will have a budget of $40,000.
My thoughts to get a prado diesel will have to look 2008
to get a pajero diesel will have to look 2010
to get a 100 series diesel it will most likely have lots of ks
The main use will be our daily drive, towing our 22ft jayco, some sand driveing [like to fish the beaches when away] odd trip to the
otways and high country [not the hard stuff done that] any ideas thanks malb.
Reply By: Nutta - Tuesday, Nov 06, 2012 at 21:54
Tuesday, Nov 06, 2012 at 21:54
I just bought the new colorado for $46k on road, that is the ltz 6 speed auto diesel with 470nm, hard to beat for the money but maybe not your cup of tea, just putting it out there, good luck with it!
Cheers
Wayne
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Reply By: Ross M - Tuesday, Nov 06, 2012 at 22:44
Tuesday, Nov 06, 2012 at 22:44
Perhaps you could trade to an April or May and see how that goes.
Sorry couldn't resist. I am now reprimanded.
Personally I would look at either the Dmax, not as much "stated" torque but sufficient and it has a good auto box.
The BT50 3.2 is also worth a mention, more torque/power. Some have had various problems.
Not a fan of Italian diesels and Commodore transmissions so I wouldn't consider the Colorado. Only the chassis and basic bodywork are the same as the Dmax.
Oldhen put their own sheetmetal, doors, guards bonnet, G,Box and bling onto the chassis.
The engine is called Duramax but not from the same stable as the renowned Duramax.
Sounds good doesn't it, "DURAMAX". As yet unproven here so may not be even live up to the name.
Ross M
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Follow Up By: Member - Toyocrusa (NSW) - Wednesday, Nov 07, 2012 at 06:52
Wednesday, Nov 07, 2012 at 06:52
If June has been around since '92 then like Toyota, she is a bit of a stayer. Stick with the tried and true. These new overstressed dualies are starting to show all sorts of niggly problems. Can't beat the market leaders at the moment. Bob.
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Reply By: Member - Mal B - Thursday, Nov 08, 2012 at 17:00
Thursday, Nov 08, 2012 at 17:00
Sorry guys looking for a wagon not a ute malb
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Reply By: Member - G.T. - Monday, Nov 12, 2012 at 13:10
Monday, Nov 12, 2012 at 13:10
I am in a similar position as you. I am looking for a replacement vehicle. My pick for under $40,000.00 is a Disco 3.
140Kw. 440Nm claimed. I agree with you re 100 series , if you can find one it would be high Km, probably be gone by the time you get there. There is a D3 at present in
Melbourne for $37990.00, 109334 Km 2005 model. I would be keen on it but it is a fair way from the
Gold Coast. Have a look on the Internet. Regards G.T.
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