3rd Gen vs Colorado

[sledge]

Strange - given they have the same suspension setup and engine!
maybe they have different (non-factory) shocks/springs

tell me about it ithought it would out perform the surf but nope lol

[Apache]

The Colorado/Prado is likely to be more capable off road, has better brakes and more load space (If you don't have the 7 seats) BUT ...

the 3rd Gen looks a million times better !

Most seem to have the 3rd row seats fitted, but I'd take them out and flog 'em. Got no use for them.

The oddly lumpy appearance of the Colorado is growing on me. I think I'd be seriously tempted by the promise of difflocks and leather

Still, I have as long as I want to find one I like.

[blackpoolsparks]

Most seem to have the 3rd row seats fitted, but I'd take them out and flog 'em. Got no use for them.

The oddly lumpy appearance of the Colorado is growing on me. I think I'd be seriously tempted by the promise of difflocks and leather

Still, I have as long as I want to find one I like.

I'm seriously getting worried about you.....

I'd rather drive a Discovery than be seen in a Colorado/ Prado.
IMO the ugliest 4x4 Toyota ever made.
But if you get one, then just ignore what I said.

[Apache]

Ah but I'm not hindered by such superficial concerns as how others might view me based on my choice of vehicle.

I'd have difflocks and leather seats

[si tate]

Just a thought, Not sure if your aware that i hate the 3rd gen interior "well i do", would the col/prad leather fit a 3rd gen.

[John h]

Ah but I'm not hindered by such superficial concerns as how others might view me based on my choice of vehicle.

I'd have difflocks and leather seats

But what would the first mod be ?

[Apache]

'Nerdy' radios.

A small sus lift.

Thats about it.

[John h]

To start with............

[andycook]

we need some pictures here

when i bought it:



a while later: new tyres, sidesteps removed, snorkel fitted and suspension lifted



since fitted a winch and underbody protection and fitted softer front springs as it was too high at the front and i was getting bad driveline vibes (even borrowed a front diff-drop kit, that didnt cure it)



and replaced front grille after i found a better location for winch solenoid...

next projects are to make rock-slider's and rear boot storage system

had thought about bodylift and bigger tyres - but then it wouldn't fit in the garage anymore!

[biosurf]

Out of interest are their more stock aftermarket goodies for LC's over 3rd gens or no difference?

One of the most annoying things about Surfs to my mind is having to get everything fabbed, fettled or home made (If cash was unlimited I would have no issue as having unique stuff made is great. Buts it not, so I do )

[andycook]

i think there are marginally more options for the Colorado
but often they are so expensive (only 1 or 2 options in the UK - australia a different story!), that it is cheaper to make your own e.g. rocksliders and underbody bashplates

[Apache]

I really wont be doing much to it. Small sus lift and decent ATs. Underbody protection is always good. Probably leave the steps on as the missus used to moan she couldn't get into the Surf...

Wont be fitting a winch unless I start to use pay & play and I cant see that happening. I never had one on the the Surf and never got so stuck I couldn't get myself out with some effort, and thats with no lockers.

[gwh200]

Ah but I'm not hindered by such superficial concerns as how others might view me based on my choice of vehicle.

I'd have difflocks and leather seats

Good for you andy. With those two options, you can go anywhere, with a sweaty ar$e.

[Apache]

S'funny Gra, leather seats (leather as against plastic!) dont give me a sweaty ar5e. I drove the Celica in some really hot weather and the seats remained comfy and cool.

P'raps its cos I've worn tight leather undies for so long I've got used to it.

[gwh200]

S'funny Gra, leather seats (leather as against plastic!) dont give me a sweaty ar5e. I drove the Celica in some really hot weather and the seats remained comfy and cool.

P'raps its cos I've worn tight leather undies for so long I've got used to it.

Whoa...easy tiger. I do believe it's down to the quality of the leather. One of the hummers is done in a real expensive hide,it's really comfortable. All the others are old knackered leather and they make you sweat badly.