WHy buy a surf?

[kanigit]

I know this seems like a stupid post to put on this forum, but if 3rd gen surfs are built on Landcruiser chassis, why buy a (3rd gen) surf? Are they cheaper, better or is it just an iconic thing? Sorry if I'm missing something here.......

[Ace Piker]

They are faster, more economic, you can use 4WD at speed. They can go anywhere a 1st or 2nd Gen goes. If you use the Surf as an everyday vehicle I'd personally go for the 3rd. If it's an off road toy then a 1st or 2nd "might" be better. I have a 2" suspension lift on a 3rd Gen (99). It's now done 135k (miles) and is still going strong. If you do get a 3rd Gen make sure you have thick skin and a good sense of humour!!!

[Woodzie]

What do you want from your surf....

1st gen........A rough motor based on a pickup built for MEN
2nd gen ...... a good off roader , can be modded , good fun to work on (unless its a 2.4 head)
Or a 3rd gen ....... uses same chassis as some land cruisers good 4wd set up BUT driven by Hairdressers


Ps they drive like a car but off road like a landy

[The Lovely Boyo]

I know this seems like a stupid post to put on this forum, but if 3rd gen surfs are built on Landcruiser chassis, why buy a (3rd gen) surf? Are they cheaper, better or is it just an iconic thing? Sorry if I'm missing something here.......

The Land Cruiser you talk about is the PRADO / COLORADO. Under the skin essentially the same as the 3rd gen.

PRADO / COLORADO = The Ugly Sisters.

[Hawaii]

mornin all

To be honest, before I got my surf I did seriously consider a prado (liked the look and the 3ltr engine).

Took one for a test drive, 8 seater, all the toys (dash like the bridge of the starship enterprise) it was terrible.

Too slow(it weighs nearly 3 tonnes) and went round corners like a boat - very dissapointed. Spoke to the dealer and asked the basic question "I like the engine/running year but need something a bit lighter"

Answer - a 3rd gen surf, all the benefits of brill chassis/running gear and, at only 2 tonnes feels positively sprightly

JOB DONE!!!!

ta

hawaii

[andrewlee31]

leaves you a tonne of load carrying space for crimpers, hair gel and the all important scissors

[John h]

I can also get a full size Nail Bar in as well as my pedicure kit and skin toner and shampoos and conditioners and tanning spray and...................
It's $$$$$$ marvelous !