Reliable Ute for Commuting under 15k

Ljazattack on 02/06/2017 - 16:21

Hi,

Looking for suggestions on a reliable ute that will be commuting 600-700kms a week. Not fussed whether single, extended or dual cab. Would prefer tub over tray but not incredibly fussed. Easy enough to change over.

Was thinking maybe a VE Holden Commodore or a Ford Falcon? Seems like any 2007+ model Hiluxs/Tritons/Navaras all have 200,000+kms in my price range. Think something closer to 100,000 is more suitable.

Any ideas?

Automotive

Comments

  • nocure on 02/06/2017 - 16:27
    +1

    A Hilux with 200k is barely run in.

  • pantsparty on 02/06/2017 - 16:43
    +1

    Lots of Hilux's out there with pretty low mileage for under $15k. Some examples:

    https://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Toyota-Hilux-2012…
    https://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Toyota-Hilux-2012…
    https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Toyota-Hilux-201…

    There are even more if you are happy with something older than 2012.

    • jazattack on 02/06/2017 - 20:28

      Thanks mate, definitely plenty out there. I'll keep looking.

  • Peter Enis on 02/06/2017 - 17:04
    +3

    Datsun 1200 Ute or Suzuki Mighty Boy.

    I'd go the Datsun personally.

    • BensonP on 02/06/2017 - 17:38

      This should be the only answer!

  • Nugs on 02/06/2017 - 18:27

    our 2000 Rodeo V6 4x4 dual cab has been absolutely reliable (flat batteries aside) since purchasing with 6000km on it. it's a low use vehicle so only 131000k now.
    if we downsized to one vehicle, it would be the one to keep. jack of all, master of none.

    • Euphemistic on 04/06/2017 - 21:40

      Bit thirsty though?

      • Nugs on 05/06/2017 - 06:56

        13litres/100km in moderate traffic
        11/100 on highway

  • spackbace on 02/06/2017 - 22:16

    Extend the budget, but new

    New single cab 4x2 hilux manual is around $21-$22k drive away. 3yr warranty, CPS etc

    http://www.toyota.com.au/special-offers-and-great-value/offe…

    Disclaimer - I work for Toyota

    • Matt P on 04/06/2017 - 23:40

      thats the base model workmate though? Very rough. Absolutely agricultural vs a commodore/falcon

      • spackbace on 04/06/2017 - 23:42

        Eh, it's new and still gets Bluetooth etc.

        • Matt P on 05/06/2017 - 00:01

          just noticed the toyota comment - not with zook anymore?

        • spackbace on 05/06/2017 - 00:25

          @Matt P:

          Nope :)

        • Matt P on 05/06/2017 - 00:41

          @Spackbace: ahh one of dem multifranchise things ;)

        • spackbace on 05/06/2017 - 11:12

          @Matt P:

          Nope, changed dealerships!

          Was working at a multi franchise (Holden/Suzuki)

        • Ametric on 05/06/2017 - 14:33

          @Spackbace: congrats! Now, are all questions re toyotas to you? :)

        • spackbace on 05/06/2017 - 14:56
          +1

          @Ametric:

          Maybe lol

        • Euphemistic on 05/06/2017 - 19:25
          +1

          @Ametric: you know the answer is always 'corolla' or 'Camry'. How many questions can there be?

  • Euphemistic on 04/06/2017 - 21:39

    Are you sure you want to commute 6-700kms a week in a ute? are you carrying anything with you? If you aren't carrying much, then Utes can get pretty uncomfortable with a bouncy back end designed to carry a load. The most car like ones are the higher spec, but often with a smaller load rating. I'd pick either an XR6 Ford or SV6 commodore if it's only for light weight commuting and weekend warrior stuff. Of course extra Passengers would require a dual cab.

    Edit: I own a 2007 Navara dual cab. Bought it about 10months ago for $17k with 135000km on it, so it's close to your budget, but I'm not sure I'd be keen to commute that distance in it per week. Mine does about a tank of fuel per month and is only a short commute so I put up with the rougher ride becuase it's handy on the weekends for carting gear around. When I looked for mine the hiluxes were all older and higher kms for the same price. All the comparable price dual cabs were the older smaller models.

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