Hi All,
I am based out in Botswana and recently swapped my 80 series workhorse for a 70 series - Don't think they are available in the UK. Was gutted to give up the 80 as it had travelled all over southern Africa with me in deserts and rivers (!) but it went to a good home. The 70 series doesn't seem to have quite as much grunt in the thick sand even though it is still a 4.2 diesel, but goes like a dream on the easier terrain, and doesn't have any fancy electrics was is vital for the water-crossings. It also came fully kitted with OME shocks, Long range tank and drawers at the back - all fitted by a guy in SA who had never gone off-road!
Before I bought the 70 I had hoped to ship another 80 out from the UK and even bought one in very good nick and low mileage but then found out it doesn't have air-con, which is a killer out here in the 40+ degree heat when I take the family to the bush. Am going to list it on Ebay but wanted to let you guys know first as I would prefer it to go to a good home.
I gather there are rules governing when you can post something n the classifieds but wasn't too sure what they are ? Nice to meet some fellow enthusiasts though.
James
I am based out in Botswana and recently swapped my 80 series workhorse for a 70 series - Don't think they are available in the UK. Was gutted to give up the 80 as it had travelled all over southern Africa with me in deserts and rivers (!) but it went to a good home. The 70 series doesn't seem to have quite as much grunt in the thick sand even though it is still a 4.2 diesel, but goes like a dream on the easier terrain, and doesn't have any fancy electrics was is vital for the water-crossings. It also came fully kitted with OME shocks, Long range tank and drawers at the back - all fitted by a guy in SA who had never gone off-road!
Before I bought the 70 I had hoped to ship another 80 out from the UK and even bought one in very good nick and low mileage but then found out it doesn't have air-con, which is a killer out here in the 40+ degree heat when I take the family to the bush. Am going to list it on Ebay but wanted to let you guys know first as I would prefer it to go to a good home.
I gather there are rules governing when you can post something n the classifieds but wasn't too sure what they are ? Nice to meet some fellow enthusiasts though.
James