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Can't imagine this would happen too often but I also agree with Franco.
If I had up to $60k to spend I would at least look at new gen ranger, even if it's a lesser model. Base model means a lot less these days than what it used to. Once upon a time you had to get the upper models to get all the features but not any more. Base model has pretty much everything you need and most things you want. I would definitely at least give it a look. When we bought our Escape (base model) we also looked at the previous model (used) in top level spec, and still bought the new one. It missed out on nothing the old car had. New gen Ranger deserves a look at least.
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How’s the Escape going?
Kms done? Avg fuel economy? I reckon they are an underrrated car but heard in town heavy on fuel |
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Rob
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Escape is awesome. Just turned 2 last month. Done around 18k km I think. I rarely drive it so not sure of the exact economy numbers but think it's in the high 9's, but ave speed is also quite low. It mainly does school bus duties (less than 2k away) and shopping trolley duties (less than 1km away) and church on Sundays. I can say it's driven by a little old lady too because my wife doesn't browse this forum, haha.
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![]() ![]() ![]() And.................. An XL with vinyl flooring would be a godsend with children I reckon, not to mention if you go to the beach or camping regularly. Nothing is easier to clean the vinyl floors
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This looks alright.
Ranger 2022 Double Cab - $48,990 (ex govt charges). 2.0L 6,699km. It would have balance of 5 year warranty. https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/det...20870359/?Cr=1 Last edited by Swordie; 01-04-2023 at 10:13 PM. |
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Then option up wheels, bull bar, spotlights and all the other accessories you want and no one else will know it's a povvo spec model
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Biturbo is available on Ford website build and price in 4x4 just under $60K DA in XLS I think
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Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?
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What I will say though is that the Ranger is a larger vehicle so the interior, especially rear seats, aren't anywhere near as spacious in the Triton. The 2.4 Diesel has less power and torque as well so ranger will be a better performer. I have never found the Triton to be underpowered though... These days, Triton is pretty much the same car as my dads (apart from the new look front end) and the Next Gen ranger has taken another step forward so the Ranger is the much better ute, you will just pay for the pleasure..
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2022 4WD UTE COMPARISON - CONTROVERSIAL WINNER! NEW Ranger vs Hilux vs DMAX vs Triton vs LDV v BT-50 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHDpc-DEp4g If you have a Mitsubishi dealer close by it be worth dropping in and having a look at one. Their web site allows you to build and configure your own, this could help understand how it stacks up. Last edited by GasoLane; 03-04-2023 at 10:18 PM. Reason: Fixed Video |
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how have you gone to date r b m ?
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I'd chuck 10k at the old hilux, 15 if you have to. It will go past whatever you spend 50 to 60K on. Not very sexy or glamorous I know, but that would be my call. Especially if you trust the mechanic. For transparency's sake I drive a 2019 Pajero. So far very good. Out back, beach, or city. |
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Still looking as to whats around. In reference to the maintenance required on said hilux, the tailgate unlatched, with the dog in the back who took a tumble, poor bugger. I had put that cable on back burner and we just returned from a short holiday and my wife was picking up our dog. But no news on a new car as yet. Will clean the hilux up a little and assess.
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Lucky nothing happened to the poor fella. Your a patient man or too busy, when I’ve made my mind up to shop I get it over and done with haha Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Pros and Cons to restraining a dog down. Ive seen a dog on a chain hang from on it on the side of a tub after falling out the side. My dogs 15 and the first time hes come out and this was a maintenance issue and my blunder. We used to tie our dogs down but the leashes would get tangled.
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![]() Not much around atm in terms of desired model with accessories. A '19 PXIII Wildtrack i had an eye on at the right price with metal bull bar, lights, racks, cage etc. was pulled from the market. But a well priced 21 PXIII wildtrack just turned up in Pt Lincoln, albeit no accessories, but under 20kms. Might go have a sniff. We have a local ironman and arb dealer
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cheers Shaun Current SY FPV F6X Territory #214 Previous FG MkII G6E Turbo built by Heinrichs Performance and Tuning BFII FPV TORNADO #0021 351rwkw - Heinrich Performance and Tuning "Milk is for babies. When you grow up you have to drink beer" - Arnold Schwarzenegger |
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I started toying with the idea of modifying the hilux with a decent bullbar, lights, hard lid, suspension, wheel/tyres, audio and maintenance overhaul. Presented this to the wife who said she had been excited for a new car now. I guess theres no turning back now. Was hoping to keep some funds to attend to the F6x which is in desperate need of paint correction and new bonnet. Local ford dealer brought in 4x 21' PXIII all at or around 20kms at a decent runout price. Wnder if these will sell before financial year ends when i might pick up a timely bargain. Theyre all factory spec but under new car warranty until '26 and present well with leather, which i must say would be great for kids.
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UPDATE: Were keeping the Hilux. Spoke to a local 4x4 specialist. He said he loves the D3 motors and hilux's and encouraged us to keep ours claiming we were unlikely to see any gains from a later model - particualrly ranger or another hilux. We have replaced all suspension components with approx. 1" lift from factory, new cooper at3 on factory 17" wheels. Its had a bunch of maintenance work too inc. fuel pump, main drive belt, clutch belt and alternator . I have sourced a hard lid in the colour for $150, puchased an ozi 4x4 bull bar made from 4mm steel - full bumper replacement with led fogs. Next will be light bar and a double din stereo. Car curently driving like new, and easier to manouver than the terrirory. Costs so far 8-8.5k.
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![]() Mounted this bull bar from ozi 4x4 this weekend
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cheers Shaun Current SY FPV F6X Territory #214 Previous FG MkII G6E Turbo built by Heinrichs Performance and Tuning BFII FPV TORNADO #0021 351rwkw - Heinrich Performance and Tuning "Milk is for babies. When you grow up you have to drink beer" - Arnold Schwarzenegger |
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Chuck new headlights in and it will look so fresh You doing the headunit properly? Toyota widescreen so that there isn’t trim pieces? |
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+1 on the headlights, go the genuine items so you know the lense inside are actually decent rather than aftermarket jobs where you can't see ****.
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I restored these 12mths ago with the McGuiers lens restorer kit. Looked good for about 3mths. Will source new lenses in the coming weeks
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Unlikely, unless they’re not costly. The aerpro double din kit, patch leads and basic double din with Apple careplay that retains SW controls is about $600.
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