I want an off roader

[PsYcHe]

The X5 isn't designed for off-road really.. it's an SAV, not an SUV and BMW are keen to make that differentiation. Though, it's a great bit of kit. Not as practical as an XC90, but the XC90 isn't permanent 4WD and early models can have the splines to the rear drive fail and not be obvious until you try a situation that needs it.

[Joe2.0E]

+1 on a Touareg, had a lowly R5 version for 5 years. No bother other than a centre bearing carrier on the propshaft which is a common issue.
Lots of info on www.mytreg.com if you thinking of one.
A Porsche Cayenne might also be an option if you are buying a petrol/lpg vehicle. They can be well specced and have small miles.

[Dezzy]

If you're going to have a 4x4, have one, don't mess around with the pretend stuff that'll get stuck as soon as you touch one wheel on wet grass with a horse box on the back. You'll end up asking someone with a Rangie to pull you out
You'll only end up wanting more space anyway plus if you box clever you can have somewhere for over nighters.


You know it makes sense

[Goran]

Is that a Unimog?
Damn I forgot about those. Yes definitely get a Unimog, that's the grand moggie of all offroaders

There's even a 4-door version

[mattylondon]

How about a Sherp ATV?

http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-ru...r-5-1758030433

[Dezzy]

Originally Posted by Goran

Is that a Unimog?
Damn I forgot about those. Yes definitely get a Unimog, that's the grand moggie of all offroaders

There's even a 4-door version

It's not a Unimog, It's a DAF. Unimog's are awesome buuuut they are very expensive, unless you opt for one as old as your photo, but then it's old and very agri, awkward to drive, noisy and hot, they are basically a fast tractor even have a PTO.

Originally Posted by mattylondon

How about a Sherp ATV?

http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-ru...r-5-1758030433

I've never seen one of those before what a cool bit of kit, though i wouldn't want to drive down a tarmac road on those tyres.

It reminds me a bit in the way it moves of a old Fordson tractor conversion that used 2 screws 1 each side, the Russians i think developed it further into a little truck, really good in the snow.

[ainarssems]

Originally Posted by mattylondon

How about a Sherp ATV?

http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-ru...r-5-1758030433

Even has optional LED lights for £115 and additional fuel tanks in tyres 50lx4 for about the same amount each.

[Architex_mA8tey]

I love the way you've all turned Mike's search for a road going 4x4 into an army assault course vehicle!!

[moltuae]

Originally Posted by mattylondon

How about a Sherp ATV?

http://truckyeah.jalopnik.com/the-ru...r-5-1758030433

With its giant custom tires and the skid-steer, it can also turn in its own length

I think I know where they got the inspiration for that design ...













Hey CtL, there's your answer ....

[Architex_mA8tey]

And then which one of the Banana Splits will he look like?