l200 + hilux
 

Thinking of getting a hilux or L200 crewcabs anyone got/had one and had any faults with either. Around the 99- models

Hilux - Check for leaking front hubs.

Rust on older ones.

My old one had both, had to sell it cheap as would have cost too much to repair

L200 had head issues, I think on models plated 02 - 53. Check here General Discussion

L200 are ok, but need the power upgrade. Very tail happy when unloaded. JDM ones come in 2.8 / auto setup which is what I would want.

If you buy a L200 go for one that has no VAT !

For me, I have a pajero 2.8 exceed, but prefer the hilux.

SBK

Also, maybe consider a Ford Ranger. When these were introduced in 1999, they got "best pickup of the year" in Whatvan mag. They are fantastic realiable trucks that tend not to be so overpriced as Hilux and L200. Ive had 2 now and cant rate them highly enough.
Was recently chatting to a tradesman who through his firm, has driven most of the pickups avaliable and he said that the Ranger also towed the best as well. I cant comment on this because never towed with mine but it was good to hear someone endorse it who has!

Cheers for info

Ive got an 05 l200 warrior and very happy with it, abit guttsy on juice. Steering lock is terrible on it, pain in tescos carpark etc.

Talking to a guy just yesterday,he had just bought one and was on about getting rid!!
He says its the thirstiest car hes ever had:nono: