Thread: Fresh Imports - Utes

Originally Posted by Petros_mk

I've been thinking about upgrading from my current 1997 Subaru Forester to a Ute. I've narrowed it down to 3 vehicles.

- Toyota Hilux Surf 1996 diesel 3L.
- Toyota Landcruiser Prado 90 Series.
- Nissan Patrol Diesel Y61 (hard to find one within my budget)
- Or say screw it all and go back to a Subaru Forester.

I don't prefer the Subaru option simply because there have been times I've driven few hours to a hunting spot only to walk few more hours to what seemed accessible with a proper 4x4. Its like a condom, you'd rather have it and not use it, than need it but not have it.

Having said all that, my budget is around $12.5k and whilst there are some good looking fresh imports on Trademe what really bugs me is the low millage they have on the clock.
From 1996 and diesel engine yet some of these fresh imports have 100,000kms to 150,000kms on the clock, I find it hard to believe yet they are AA Certified.

Am I being paranoid or my reasons to be suspicious aren't ludicrous ? Enlighten me....

I do believe there are a lot of garage ornaments in Japan but easy to understand especialy if you try driving a Toyota Landcruiser Prado in Tokyo traffic!