3 ltr Terrano Diesels - Jap imports???

CaptLimey · 29-12-2008, 21:26

Hi to everybody and a very Happy and prosperous 2009 to you all.

Can anyone tell me if 2003 and later 3 ltr Terrano Diesels, manual or particularly autos, are all Japanese imports to the U.K. or were they manufactured and specified for the U.K. and Europe market? I'm seeing a few on ebay/auto trader at reasonable prices but I'm not sure if they're all U.K. sourced.

I'm thinking of buying one and importing it to France but the French are particularly difficult if the car hasn't got the E.U. safety 'Kite' marks on the glass, lights, seat belts and other safety equipment. Any in-depth technical knowledge would be appreciated.

Regards, CL.

Terranosaurus · 29-12-2008, 21:29

All Terranos are UK (or EU) cars as in Japan it was called the Mistral - never heard of a 3.0L Mistral now I come to think about it.

Deleted Member S · 29-12-2008, 21:42

As far as I know the 3L T2 built more for the UK & EU & as TRS has said never heard of a 3L Mistral

supertaff · 30-12-2008, 00:01

As a rule of thumb ... if it's got the little mirror on the nearside wing, about 4 inches or so behind the nearside headlight, it's a jap import, as the European models didnt have this mirror fitted.

Thomas-the-Terrano2 · 30-12-2008, 09:05

you may find parallel rather thangrey imports towards end of t2's run.

these are are euro spec built for greek market and brought in by non
franchised dealers to undercut last of t2s and start of pathfinders.

they are identical spec and markings wise though think at time corrosion
warranty was less as guess not undersealed to same degree as from
warmer climate.

the 3.0s you have seen, got any links, ebay etc ?

CaptLimey · 30-12-2008, 19:46

Hi Guys

Thanks for the come backs.

Re the mirror forward on the left wing, you're right this is a particular Jap feature but it is frequently removed and sprayed over to hide the imported identity. I've seen lots of 'Shogun'/'Pajeros' masquerading as UK spec minus the formerly fitted mirror but without the necessary 'Kite' marks. I've also seen one on an apparent T2 import.

Here's a few ebay links to some attractive 3ltr T2s :-

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=010

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=011

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=015

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=012

I hope the links work and if anyone spots an import posing as a U.K. spec I'd appreciate knowing what you see that I've missed!

Happy hogmanay to all, CL

29-12-2008, 21:26	#1
CaptLimey Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South of France Vehicle: '03 LWB MK.4 3Ltr T2 Posts: 421	3 ltr Terrano Diesels - Jap imports??? Hi to everybody and a very Happy and prosperous 2009 to you all. Can anyone tell me if 2003 and later 3 ltr Terrano Diesels, manual or particularly autos, are all Japanese imports to the U.K. or were they manufactured and specified for the U.K. and Europe market? I'm seeing a few on ebay/auto trader at reasonable prices but I'm not sure if they're all U.K. sourced. I'm thinking of buying one and importing it to France but the French are particularly difficult if the car hasn't got the E.U. safety 'Kite' marks on the glass, lights, seat belts and other safety equipment. Any in-depth technical knowledge would be appreciated. Regards, CL.

30-12-2008, 09:05	#5
Thomas-the-Terrano2 Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hackenthorpe Sheffield Vehicle: Terrano2 R20 lwb 2.7TDi Posts: 5,234	you may find parallel rather thangrey imports towards end of t2's run. these are are euro spec built for greek market and brought in by non franchised dealers to undercut last of t2s and start of pathfinders. they are identical spec and markings wise though think at time corrosion warranty was less as guess not undersealed to same degree as from warmer climate. the 3.0s you have seen, got any links, ebay etc ? __________________ M6YTB / 20YTB '60' 2010 Ford C Max Zetec 1.6i, black '56' 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0TD, silver 2021 Bailey Pegasus Grade SE Turin caravan Smile, its more likely to confuse. One Life, Don't Just Live It, Drive a Nissan, or ...... a Jeep. Owner of Nissan 4x4s 2005 to 2019, and maybe in the future too!

29-12-2008, 21:29	#2
Terranosaurus Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: YORKSHIRE Vehicle: 2001 2.7 TDi T2 SWB Posts: 4,077	All Terranos are UK (or EU) cars as in Japan it was called the Mistral - never heard of a 3.0L Mistral now I come to think about it.

29-12-2008, 21:42	#3
Deleted Member S Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,711	As far as I know the 3L T2 built more for the UK & EU & as TRS has said never heard of a 3L Mistral

30-12-2008, 00:01	#4
supertaff Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Swansea, South Wales Vehicle: 1999 (V) Terrano II SE Posts: 273	As a rule of thumb ... if it's got the little mirror on the nearside wing, about 4 inches or so behind the nearside headlight, it's a jap import, as the European models didnt have this mirror fitted.

30-12-2008, 19:46	#6
CaptLimey Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South of France Vehicle: '03 LWB MK.4 3Ltr T2 Posts: 421	Hi Guys Thanks for the come backs. Re the mirror forward on the left wing, you're right this is a particular Jap feature but it is frequently removed and sprayed over to hide the imported identity. I've seen lots of 'Shogun'/'Pajeros' masquerading as UK spec minus the formerly fitted mirror but without the necessary 'Kite' marks. I've also seen one on an apparent T2 import. Here's a few ebay links to some attractive 3ltr T2s :- http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=010 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=011 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=015 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=012 I hope the links work and if anyone spots an import posing as a U.K. spec I'd appreciate knowing what you see that I've missed! Happy hogmanay to all, CL