Hello,
I am late to the party.
This truck has non-OEM power steering and AC. The air filter setup is not OEM. The speedometer is not Colombia spec, and the screws are not OEM. I do not want to go into further detail.
One can only guess what lurks below the lipstick.
Regarding hood latches, it is quite common in South America to install 70 Series indicators in 40 Series trucks. This is probably because they are cheaper. The setup requires moving the latches back in order to make room for the lights.
I think this truck had 70 Series indicators before it was "restored." During the restoration, somebody installed 40 Series indicators and forgot to move the latches to their proper position, a detail that suggests sloppy work. There is also the "this detail will go unnoticed by the buyer" argument.
I would run from this truck.
You may want to look for a Middle East spec 43 Series. Perhaps @Meshal can help you finding one in good shape.
There is also the option of a JDM 43/44/46 Series. Auction companies can help you with a proper pre-purchase inspection.
Watch closely before you decide. Do not spend money you cannot afford to lose.
Juan
I am late to the party.
This truck has non-OEM power steering and AC. The air filter setup is not OEM. The speedometer is not Colombia spec, and the screws are not OEM. I do not want to go into further detail.
One can only guess what lurks below the lipstick.
Regarding hood latches, it is quite common in South America to install 70 Series indicators in 40 Series trucks. This is probably because they are cheaper. The setup requires moving the latches back in order to make room for the lights.
I think this truck had 70 Series indicators before it was "restored." During the restoration, somebody installed 40 Series indicators and forgot to move the latches to their proper position, a detail that suggests sloppy work. There is also the "this detail will go unnoticed by the buyer" argument.
I would run from this truck.
You may want to look for a Middle East spec 43 Series. Perhaps @Meshal can help you finding one in good shape.
There is also the option of a JDM 43/44/46 Series. Auction companies can help you with a proper pre-purchase inspection.
Watch closely before you decide. Do not spend money you cannot afford to lose.
Juan
