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    first time buyer!

    Going to the auction tomorrow to buy a surf just wondered if anyone had any suggestions about which model engine size etc. I have heard about the overheating probs, does this affect all models?

    I will be buying a 97/98 model and hoipe someone can give a few hinters.

    Many thanx
    Last edited by baldyhead; 3 December 2003, 00:34.
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    Originally posted by baldyhead
    Going to the auction tomorrow to buy a surf just wondered if anyone had any suggestions about which model engine size etc. I have heard about the overheating probs, does this affect all models?

    I will be buying a 97/98 model and hoipe someone can give a few hinters.

    Many thanx
    You'll be getting the 3.0 to date it doesn't have the head problems like some of the 2.4's. Look here for some good pointers.
    http://www.showmesome.info/hilux/info/faq.htm
    Say not always what you know, but always know what you say.

    My 4x4
    My choice
    Back off

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    • #3
      First welcome aboard.
      You should'nt have any great problems with a KZN 185, try to get one with a intercooler fitted if possible.

      As you are based in Southampton, i suppose your going to the Dock Auctions, even if not, check a couple of things out before buying. If you've bought an import before ignore my comments.

      1- Check the car thru & thru looking for a pieces of paper/ Japanese auction sheets etc etc, anything that will show a mileage ( Km's) while it was in Japan, When i mean look thru & thru thats what i mean, every possible compartment, lift seats, down side on seats etc.
      2- See if the auctioneer has any Japanese paperwork, even if in Japanese, mileage (km's) are Roman Numerials.
      3- Don't forget with a 96/97 you'll need a SVA, if the surf is not already UK reg.
      4-One other personal point, i wouldn't drive it home, no matter how far, have it transported, then carry out all those service items listed here on thr Forum before going out in it, could save you lots of dosh.

      Piles of other things to suggest but the above are probably the main ones.

      Sewerat Bob
      [FONT=Franklin Gothic Medium][COLOR=Magenta][SIZE=2][B]SEWERAT BOB[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][/FONT]

      [SIZE=3][COLOR=SeaGreen][I][COLOR=Lime][B]I just sit here & looks out to sea or if i'm really rushed then i just sits here & continues to look out to sea[/B][/COLOR][/I][/COLOR][/SIZE]

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      • #4
        Welcome to the forum. Have a good read of the FAQ's and good luck with your purchase. Happy Surfing.
        Wish I had done my homework before buying mine, if only because I am seeing 2.4L D's at least a couple of grand cheaper than I paid and of the same year and similar mileage, plus loads of extras.
        No major problems since buying mine in July. My next Surf will be a 3.0L Manual.
        It's only a hobby!

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        • #5
          Welcome to the madhouse!! Hope you manage to get a good car at the auction today - make sure you hurry up and post us some piccies!!!
          Linda

          www.4x4toys.co.uk

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          • #6
            hiya Baldihead
            and like all those above me A VERY WARM WELCOME
            go get you SURF post us some piccy's and promise you wont look back
            or regret it. had mine since july and i love it.
            Enjoying Life after Cancer
            Pops

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            • #7
              Wise choice going for a 3rd Gen,had mine since August,trouble free motoring.......+ power in abundance,you'll love it.Welcome to the wonderful world of the Toyota Hilux Surf.
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