Daihatsu Fourtrak (1984 - 2002) 2.8 TDL Independent 3d (1993/L) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That i have horses!and like mud!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Looks spotless for its age, from a distance when clean!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes a 2000 TDX-SE with leather, but I dont think I will find one!

What are you likely to buy next?

Toyota Landcruiser/ Mitsubishi shogun/ Nissan Navara/ Daihatsu Fourtrak or a lorry. 3 dsy eventing the fourtraks boot could be bigger!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,700

When did you buy the car?

September 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, it had been sat there for a while, and only 1 months MOT! It had been used on a farm!, but with a mechanic for a dad.......

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a cheap reliable tow vehicle!

What was the dealer like?

Farmer like mechanic, but clued up!

What's it like to drive?

Bouncy, rolly but proper 4x4s are! Good view of the road ahead. Tow at 60mph forever!

What's it like to park?

Easier than most new cars, as you can see the end of the bonnet!! Someone tried to steal it once with the horse trailer, but could not get in! That could be because its difficult to get in with the key!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes, its done 120,000m, never any engine problems and this is our 2nd fourtrak! Failed MOT on Rust under door sills and back wheel arch and under back seats! Steering wheel wobble solved by new steering rod. Door locks and ignition can get stiff and need replacing. Imobiliser can be a pain, RAC called out as imobiliser worked 2 well and said and I quote "this is unusual these never break down"!

What's most practical about your car?

It tows 3.5t at an average of 18mpg when towing 2.5t! Averages 29mpg on a 30mile commute to work!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The back seats fold flat, or undo the screw and they come out completely!