So Nick.... I know a guy, a Frenchman, who drove back and forth from Paris to Dubai in his 100 series. With his wife in One direction and with his wife and baby and the other. In a 100 series. Have you considered maybe taking a trip down to the Middle East?
I'd be very happy to help arrange some depot maintenance in Dubai.
And I've got the 1HD-T and a 1HZ already in pieces in case you get bored. Comprehensive rebuild kit including Pistons and valves coming from Engines Australia arriving 1 June. I could meet you there!
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