Landcruiser Automatic/diesel

[kim]

I think the format of the rally is that the vehicle is donated to the charity for auction in Ulaan Bataar, so in that case, some rust wouldn't be an issue.

I think that the vehicle choice comes down to what's available here in Canada that fits the bill and the budget. Considering that, it's an 86-87 HJ60 auto, if staying stock is important. The only other option is a RHD Japanese import, which will be harder on the budget.

 

[canucksafari]

Hmmm. Thinking of donating one from your herd?

 

[kim]

The thought has crossed my mind.

The problem is that the auto that we have is my wifes truck and it wouldn't be cheap.

 

[canucksafari]

The thought has crossed my mind.

The problem is that the auto that we have is my wifes truck and it wouldn't be cheap.

Here is an auto from California: '88 Toyota Land Cruiser Looks like it could be a good candidate for a diesel conversion? Maybe something a couple clubs could help out on for a good cause. I was going to take a look at but things got busy at work and home. Just wondering about the "dealer rebuilt" part of it. Then there is this one Toyota Landcruiser but it looks a bit on the rusty side.

Everything else on the Vancouver Craigslist with an auto is an 80 series RHD at over $17,000 or a LHD US 80 series with a gas engine at around $10,000.00.

Silkroads in Burnaby has a LWB 91 Auto Safari for 13,900.00: Canadian Importer of JDM Vehicle Diesel Delica,4X4 Delica, Land Cruiser, Pajero, Skyline, Supra other Sports, Vans and SUVs from Japan to Canada. That is about all I have found locally in BC.

Sanja, you might consider a Mitsubishi Delica. They are a very capable diesel 4x4 van. There is mechanical support for them all over the world. They may not be as trail ready 4x4 tough as a Cruiser or Safari but a great true 4x4 people mover and they sell for a lot less money.

 

[sonja]

I'm heading to the Columbia Basin Trust Fund tomorrow. Generally they don't give money to events like this but they did have a 'way in' on their web page.

I think we are looking at some where between 10k to 15k...not sure what the cost to rebuild would be on something around 5-8k?

we are also taking our son along and safety is going to be huge issue with the vehical. I have also been on the rally website and their forum...and the long and the short - there maybe pot holes you could lose your vehicle in - maybe a Ford Fiesta and climbing roaps?

i'm not young and impetious anymore....dang

S