2nd 4x4 pickup - advice sought

BongoBerry · 17-04-2010, 10:13

Morning all,

I'm after some recommendations.

I'm looking for a 4 door, 4x4, pickup. Basically a cheap knock about green laning truck. I was looking at a 90 Defender pickup for a while, but considering the price and that fact that one family member would be left out this is not really practical.

While I did like the form factror (small footprint) I realise that a slightly larger vehicle will fit the bill better.

If you have any recommendations on a double cab pickup, that actually can perform well as a 4x4 for some laning fun please let me know (don't forget pickups...)

Models I have been looking at are. Mitsusbishi L200, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Defender pickups....

Any advice welcome

Cheers

briggie · 17-04-2010, 10:25

i know someone whos selling a ford bronco cos he cant afford to run it

briggie · 17-04-2010, 10:28

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briggie · 17-04-2010, 10:34

but i like the look of the navara personally

BongoBerry · 17-04-2010, 10:36

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Originally Posted by briggie

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thanks but it seems to be missing 2 doors for what i am after

cheers

briggie · 17-04-2010, 10:38

i like the navara

jims-terrano · 17-04-2010, 11:13

I'm not hundred percent sure which models are affected but there are some engine problems with the engines in some Navara's. So much so that Nissan extended the warranty to 5 years!!!!
It's a shame and I would love one my self when the time comes to change motor. I hope there's someone that can shed a little light on this problem for you.

Jim

PS if you don't need the pickup body Terrano's are spot on

BongoBerry · 17-04-2010, 11:14

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

I'm not hundred percent sure which models are affected but there are some engine problems with the engines in some Navara's. So much so that Nissan extended the warranty to 5 years!!!!
It's a shame and I would love one my self when the time comes to change motor. I hope there's someone that can shed a little light on this problem for you.

Jim

PS if you don't need the pickup body Terrano's are spot on

really really want a pickup as i have a "wagon" already

yeah and also read some nasty reports out engine probs - great shame

clivvy · 17-04-2010, 15:55

i'd say HiLux all the way, rock solid. my boss has one, its older than time itself and still going strong.

patbhoy · 17-04-2010, 17:24

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Originally Posted by jims-terrano

I'm not hundred percent sure which models are affected but there are some engine problems with the engines in some Navara's. So much so that Nissan extended the warranty to 5 years!!!!
It's a shame and I would love one my self when the time comes to change motor. I hope there's someone that can shed a little light on this problem for you.

Jim

PS if you don't need the pickup body Terrano's are spot on

Its the models with the D22 engine, made up to 2004.

briggie · 17-04-2010, 17:54

those ford ranger xlt double cab things look nice , saw one this affy .... cheap too

sidsid06 · 17-04-2010, 19:16

toyota hilux allday long for me!!!

built too last trobuble is they do seem to hold their money!!! l200 NO I HAD A 07 PLATE 1 AND HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE!!! IN THE GARAGE MORE THAN I DROVE IT SOLD IT AFTER 2 MONTHS!!!! my nissan d21 pick up tho no trouble at all starts first time evey time

had her 6 years now and no trouble at all

only a leaky brake piston at tho mo tho not bad after 6 years tho

Tony · 17-04-2010, 19:52

The early D22 suffered from total engine failiure as the No 3 piston vacated the engine bay, the big end shells and bolts were not up to the job.A grommet between sump and oil pump lets in air causing micro- bubbles to form onthe big end bearings , all of this can be overcome and it does not happen to all engines. Mine been moded new bearings and bolts ,a machined "thing" to give a proper join between sump and pump plus new chains and guides ,clutch and other odds and sods and runs like new.
The D40 had half shaft troubles and clutch problems ,the177BHP being a little too much for it but again these have been sorted on recalls.
Out of the two i prefer the D22 ( i would i've got one). Look here for more info
http://www.nissan-navara.net/
Tony

danielj · 18-04-2010, 00:19

Have the Mazda B2500 double cab pick-up (same as Ford Ranger). Can't really fault it yet. If you are only doing some green lanes it might serve you reasonably well. It has high ground clearance and LSD on rear axle and will take some fairly rough treatment. I have 2003 turbo diesel model and it runs very nicely (use it for commuting about 500 miles a week) and it is a bit lighter on diesel than my LWB T2 TDI. I have only had it about 8 months and done about 15,000 miles in it (about 96,000 k on the clock) and haven't had a problem with it.

felixthelogchopper · 18-04-2010, 08:42

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Originally Posted by briggie

those ford ranger xlt double cab things look nice , saw one this affy .... cheap too

Used to use one for work. Good wagon as I recall but one of the other blokes hated it

17-04-2010, 10:13	#1
BongoBerry Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kenley, Surrey Vehicle: Patrol 4.8l & Terrano 2 Posts: 307	2nd 4x4 pickup - advice sought Morning all, I'm after some recommendations. I'm looking for a 4 door, 4x4, pickup. Basically a cheap knock about green laning truck. I was looking at a 90 Defender pickup for a while, but considering the price and that fact that one family member would be left out this is not really practical. While I did like the form factror (small footprint) I realise that a slightly larger vehicle will fit the bill better. If you have any recommendations on a double cab pickup, that actually can perform well as a 4x4 for some laning fun please let me know (don't forget pickups...) Models I have been looking at are. Mitsusbishi L200, Nissan Navara, Toyota Hilux, Defender pickups.... Any advice welcome Cheers

17-04-2010, 10:25	#2
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	i know someone whos selling a ford bronco cos he cant afford to run it

17-04-2010, 10:28	#3
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	Attachment 1004

17-04-2010, 10:34	#4
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	but i like the look of the navara personally

17-04-2010, 10:38	#6
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	i like the navara

17-04-2010, 11:13	#7
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	I'm not hundred percent sure which models are affected but there are some engine problems with the engines in some Navara's. So much so that Nissan extended the warranty to 5 years!!!! It's a shame and I would love one my self when the time comes to change motor. I hope there's someone that can shed a little light on this problem for you. Jim PS if you don't need the pickup body Terrano's are spot on

17-04-2010, 15:55	#9
clivvy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Huddersfield Vehicle: Terrano 03 LWB Posts: 6,947	i'd say HiLux all the way, rock solid. my boss has one, its older than time itself and still going strong.

17-04-2010, 17:54	#11
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	those ford ranger xlt double cab things look nice , saw one this affy .... cheap too

17-04-2010, 19:16	#12
sidsid06 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: gloucestershire Vehicle: terrano2 2.7td Posts: 291	toyota hilux allday long for me!!! built too last trobuble is they do seem to hold their money!!! l200 NO I HAD A 07 PLATE 1 AND HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE!!! IN THE GARAGE MORE THAN I DROVE IT SOLD IT AFTER 2 MONTHS!!!! my nissan d21 pick up tho no trouble at all starts first time evey time had her 6 years now and no trouble at all only a leaky brake piston at tho mo tho not bad after 6 years tho

17-04-2010, 19:52	#13
Tony Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: shropshire Vehicle: D22 Navara Posts: 442	The early D22 suffered from total engine failiure as the No 3 piston vacated the engine bay, the big end shells and bolts were not up to the job.A grommet between sump and oil pump lets in air causing micro- bubbles to form onthe big end bearings , all of this can be overcome and it does not happen to all engines. Mine been moded new bearings and bolts ,a machined "thing" to give a proper join between sump and pump plus new chains and guides ,clutch and other odds and sods and runs like new. The D40 had half shaft troubles and clutch problems ,the177BHP being a little too much for it but again these have been sorted on recalls. Out of the two i prefer the D22 ( i would i've got one). Look here for more info http://www.nissan-navara.net/ Tony

18-04-2010, 00:19	#14
danielj Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ireland Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDI 03 LWB Posts: 695	Have the Mazda B2500 double cab pick-up (same as Ford Ranger). Can't really fault it yet. If you are only doing some green lanes it might serve you reasonably well. It has high ground clearance and LSD on rear axle and will take some fairly rough treatment. I have 2003 turbo diesel model and it runs very nicely (use it for commuting about 500 miles a week) and it is a bit lighter on diesel than my LWB T2 TDI. I have only had it about 8 months and done about 15,000 miles in it (about 96,000 k on the clock) and haven't had a problem with it.