New family daily

[prydey]

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.

[kevino]

How’s the Escape going?
Kms done?
Avg fuel economy?

I reckon they are an underrrated car but heard in town heavy on fuel

[prydey]

Originally Posted by kevino

How’s the Escape going?
Kms done?
Avg fuel economy?

I reckon they are an underrrated car but heard in town heavy on fuel

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.

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by prydey

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.

I drove an XLS as a service loan car, the cabin is pretty bland at this level but it's hardly a baren base model of old, the price reflects that I suppose.







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

[Swordie]

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

[Franco Cozzo]

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

[prydey]

Originally Posted by Swordie

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

It's not the bi-turbo. Just single turbo and 6 speed. I believe it does the job similar to how the previous 2.2 'did the job', but normally only bought as a work vehicle rather than private.

[Franco Cozzo]

Originally Posted by prydey

It's not the bi-turbo. Just single turbo and 6 speed. I believe it does the job similar to how the previous 2.2 'did the job', but normally only bought as a work vehicle rather than private.

Biturbo is available on Ford website build and price in 4x4 just under $60K DA in XLS I think

[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by Swordie

Is Triton of interest? It comes with a long warranty.

Seems like second hand Hilux 4x4 can be purchased with low 100,000 km range in the mid $40's.

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

[Bossxr8]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

Not even close.

[Big_Daz]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

My old man has had a 2018 Triton GLS Manual since new. He paid $42k d/a with tub liner and 3 pce hard cover and apart from normal servicing and a set of tyres its cost him nothing and been reliable as hell. Is it as good as the equivalent ranger? Nope; but was the ranger worth $25k more for the equivalent at the time? Again, Nope.

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..

[Swordie]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

I don't really know what there reputation is. I saw a review of it against allot of other utes on the video below. The Ranger won the comparison.

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.

[FTE217]

how have you gone to date r b m ?

[myrpo]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

I wouldn't put a ranger in the same bag as a hilux. Actually I wouldn't put anything in the same bag as a Toyota. They are boring but hard to beat of reliability.

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.

[Junkyard-Dog]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

Honestly, havent even considered the tritons only due to reputation. Are their latest offerings comparable to the higher spec rnagers and hilux's?

Don't get a Triton. It will let you down.

[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by FTE217

how have you gone to date r b m ?

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.

[Tassie f100]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

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.

Guess that is why the dog should be restrained in the ute back.Some people have no idea how things can go wrong very quickly

[FTE217]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

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.

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


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[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by Tassie f100

Guess that is why the dog should be restrained in the ute back.Some people have no idea how things can go wrong very quickly

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.

[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by FTE217

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


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I havent stopped window shopping Were in the process of selling a property and mobilising cash from that sale to purchase outright which is why it hasnt actually happened. Purchasers pulled out in the last 2hrs of cooling down period a few weeks back, and our short holiday was half planned to return in a new car. Is what it is, but shouldnt be too far off.

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

[raised by monkeys]

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.

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

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.

Wait until it is closer to the end of the month (or financial year) when they want to get their numbers up.

[raised by monkeys]

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.

[jstanovic]

Good decision.

[raised by monkeys]

Mounted this bull bar from ozi 4x4 this weekend

[Giant Cranium]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

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Mounted this bull bar from ozi 4x4 this weekend

Chuck new headlights in and it will look so fresh

You doing the headunit properly? Toyota widescreen so that there isn’t trim pieces?

[Franco Cozzo]

+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 ****.

[raised by monkeys]

I restored these 12mths ago with the McGuiers lens restorer kit. Looked good for about 3mths. Will source new lenses in the coming weeks

[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by Giant Cranium

Chuck new headlights in and it will look so fresh

You doing the headunit properly? Toyota widescreen so that there isn’t trim pieces?

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.

[raised by monkeys]

Originally Posted by raised by monkeys

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.

Can add new starter motor and battery to that list as of today