I need a go anywhere vehicle..

[Holland]

for 14k you could get a TLC FJ62. That is what I would get fo sho


What about an LX450/470?

While I love 62s, that's a huge chunk of cash for a solid, but basic truck. An 80 or better a 100 series would be the best for what op is asking. An XJ really wouldn't be enough for what he is asking for.

[M Dialed]

While I love 62s, that's a huge chunk of cash for a solid, but basic truck. An 80 or better a 100 series would be the best for what op is asking. An XJ really wouldn't be enough for what he is asking for.

what is an 80 or 100 series?

[Holland]

what is an 80 or 100 series?

Toyota Landcruiser. The 80 series was produced from 91 to 97. The 100 series from 98 to 06 I believe. Super awesome vehicles, extremely reliable and comfortable.

[M Dialed]

Toyota Landcruiser. The 80 series was produced from 91 to 97. The 100 series from 98 to 06 I believe. Super awesome vehicles, extremely reliable and comfortable.

Yes , I now understand.

I was recently driving a base model Sequoia (First generation) with a badly worn drivers seat.

I thought, 'Damn it would feel nice to get out of this and get into a Land Cruiser Limited'.

are they super reliable?

[atmobenzin]

Yes.

[slammin.e28]

Range Rover Classic.

/thread.

[ravenlord89]

Buy yourself a 1996 4Runner with a stick shift and the 5VZ-FE engine in it, POR15 the rear axle housing, put a set of 32/12.5/15" BFG KM2's or Goodyear MT/R's on it. Go anywhere and you pretty near cannot kill em. If you are lame and go awefulmatic replace the rad and instal a separate transmission cooler. Strawberry milkshake in a transmission isn't fun.

http://www.yotatech.com/ <---- also, best site for anything Toyota truck.

[Vtec?lol]

The reason I WOULD NOT go 4runner is :
the rear ends and u-joints die almost every 10-20k miles. I've tried many of different brand u-joints. they all do the same and this will leave you stranded!
The rear ends need the seals replaced as well. They leak all of the diff fluid out aand will lock up and leave you Stranded!
The interiors are very small!
also, the wheel to truck size ratio is way off leaving the truck very dependent on it's tires. A blow out on the highway will cause you to flip. Rare, but i've seen 3 cases in a year. That's enough for me.

I would go with a 03-05 Tahoe z71 4x4
Extremely reliable and comes with many comfort features. the 5.3 is pretty decent on gas and can have mid to high teens in the city and 20-24 mpg on the highway. They also come with large fuel tanks.
The parts are stupid cheap. The interior is so damn plush and large. Most of them came with rear seat entertainment so you can bring dvd's and watch tv while you nodding off.
the suspension is a little soft but cheap to maintain. You never get any trouble from the power train and the 4wd is air/electric actuated. Sometime the lines go bad ans leak air but they're a stupid cheap fix and wont leave you stranded.

[z31maniac]

Yes , I now understand.

I was recently driving a base model Sequoia (First generation) with a badly worn drivers seat.

I thought, 'Damn it would feel nice to get out of this and get into a Land Cruiser Limited'.

are they super reliable?

GO read the link I posted and the accompanying forum.

[Mlarsen]

It's too bad all 4Runners are beat to shit.

Edit: Nevermind, I thought you were talking about older 4runners. The newer ones in your price range are awesome.

[wikkid]

Of your choices, I would go with a 4runner. However, here's a bit of divergent food for thought: a kitted out Tacoma: http://www.bajataco.com/Camper1.html

Never underestimate the odors and other funk that will permeate the interior of any vehicle you plan to sleep in.

You will have zero bug-free ventilation sleeping in a SUV.

You and your (expensive) equipment will be visible to all in a SUV (not so, if you store your gear under a sleeping platform).

Many other advantages come to mind, not least of all the way-cool factor.

[der affe]

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=US&ie=UTF-8&source=android-browser&q=unimog+pics#miuv=1

Unimog....done deal!

[M Dialed]

Ive been looking at Saab 9-5 wagons.

are they reliable?

[kamotors]

older range rover?

[slammin.e28]

Ive been looking at Saab 9-5 wagons.

are they reliable?

No.

older range rover?

Yes.