Jeeps

[seiko1]

Rav4's are for Girls
The Gay Guy at work has one
Not that there's anything wrong with that

[kevindinho]

Rav4's are for Girls
The Gay Guy at work has one
Not that there's anything wrong with that

......that's wat i was thinking

[seiko1]

Cruisers
http://www.tradingpost.com.au/Automotiv ... cedSearch=

[HYPE]

Uses:
Ok so I was thinking of spending around $15 000 on a 2nd hand jeep wrangler for commuting atm and then when i get some more money ill start upgrading and going off road.

commuting?
as i stated before they can be thirsty (4.0L 6cyl / 1.5tonne) = expect to see 400km / 65-70L
and that's in standard form... once you add reduction gears, heavier rubber etc etc... i'm very lucky to see 300km a tank!
but then my Heep usually sits at home as it's not a daily driver, most days i'll scoot or ride or even cruise about in the 1k Camwee

Concerns:
The soft tops leaking and the reliability of the engines. I hear some people being not happy with the build quality but for me as long as the engine runs and doesnt overheat and the A/C and steering/suspension is in good working order its good enough. Don't really want to spend big money on it as yet, besides the usual servicing etc.

the only reason some tops leak is because the dumbshits don't pack them properly when folded down, stressing the seams etc. You can always opt for removable hard top canopy for the winter months.

build quality? - it's a 4WD (purpose) you won't find fancy interiors or downhill assist options etc... however you will find floor drain plugs and removable carpet! You may even find yourself stripping out any unneeded items as well..

i've owned two TJ's ... no major problems/issues to speak about really.. servicing is like any other as long as don't abuse them.
as for not wanting to spend "big money" ... well all i can say is once you start to mod = J.E.E.P (Just Empty Every Pocket) it's a curse!

Other options:
Get a Rav4 they seem pretty reliable, but the jeep is so much more superior!!
Any other ideas on 2nd hand cars for around $15000 is also appreciated (no turbos/supercharge/v8s)

In all honesty... you really need to figure out what you want from a car/offroader

if your requirement is commuting/carrying daily driving go with a soft-roader like the Rav4, Prado, etc

if you want the above with added reliable offroad ability look for a Cruiser, patrol, hilux, etc - which are of course extremely capable machines once modified for harder trails.

or spend 10k on a commuter + trailer and 5k on a trailbike and enjoy all of the above

Hype what do you think of this one? also how much do u spend on rubber and how long do they last you? i'm thinking of 31" like the one linked below.
http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/pri ... F0985B1459

not bad for a start, keep in mind that the std tyre diameter is 28.9" ... so when you start fitting larger tyres you are lessening the wheel travel without a lift. (can and will rub/bend guards if not careful) for 15K you can find some built up examples (97-00) with similar kms. Once again it depends on you intentions!

They are a poorer quality made 4wd than most so are cheaper to buy new, but they are one of the most capable 4wd in standard trim you can buy. Once you start modifying them

bit like Kawasakis