simon43 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Does it make a lot of difference? Does one model have a good or bad reputation? I hope to buy a used, 4-door pick-up for use at our hotel to transport guests and liuggage to/from the nearby airport. (We already have a Toyota Wish and Toyota Altus). So usage will not be off-road, and no regular long-distance runs to/from Bangkok. We need another vehicle, especially to transport Chinese guests! Sounds racist, but our Chinese guests often book a room for 2 persons and then arrive with the whole family and luggage in tow - too many to squeeze into our current vehicles. So I propose to buy a 4-door pick-up and throw the excess persons and luggage into the back, then speed a bit to the hotel, and maybe lose a few of these extra guests on the way ... Any specific models to avoid or look out for? Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flakes Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 i have a 2011 toyota vigo hillux. automatic 3 liter diesel top model leather seats ect etc. 60,000 km i bought it new for exactily 1,000,000 BHTi willing to sell it of for 800,000.BHT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotary Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I would buy Ford or Mazda. Cheaper to buy, parts cheaper, and better service engine wise. My first Ford 400,000 kms no engine issues. Now on my second Ford 260.000 kms no engine issues. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donmuang37 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 It's hard to beat Toyota. I have a 2006, 4 door, top model, leather. etc. Just turned 150,000 km and have spent very little on maintenance/repairs. Still runs as strong as when it was new and looks great. Rugged and absorbs the abuse of Thai roads. So I've been very pleased with the vehicle and the service, which is readily available anywhere in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superdome Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I have a 4 door chevy pick up..196,000 on clock never had an issue with anything on it..was well looked after when i got it,i do the same...am thinking of selling...abt 350,000..only been around Samui/surat..never been driven hard..so for me the chevy seems a very good buy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamariva1957 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Anything Toyota for sure! Do not do Isuzu. Ford is okay as well. Nissan... never did like them. So go with Toyota! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinot Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) The biggest issue is...has the used vehicle been maintained. Buying it off a lot...probably not. Preventative maintenance??? This is what makes buying a used vehicle so tough here. Edited February 12, 2014 by Pinot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey4u Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Thai's in the north hate Ford/ Mazda, so buy a used Ford /Mazda and get a great deal A lower price and just as reliable. Most people here love Toyota. At the end of the day it depends on how much you want to spend. Nothing here has a good service record to buy cheap and hope for the best 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post monkey4u Posted February 12, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted February 12, 2014 i have a 2011 toyota vigo hillux. automatic 3 liter diesel top model leather seats ect etc. 60,000 km i bought it new for exactily 1,000,000 BHTi willing to sell it of for 800,000.BHT A 3 year old pick up for 800.000 remember the year starts on Jan 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haybilly Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I have had two 4-door Ford Rangers--the previous one got sold at 245,000 Kms, all but 19 of which I put on the clock--now on my second Ranger and it's going great--the beauty of the Fords is that Thais don't like them as much as Isuzu/Toyota, so their second hand price is reasonable, unlike Toyota/Isuzu. If you were in Chiang Mai--I would sell you my Ranger since I am buying a saloon--but, I believe that you are 'Down South'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macinc Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Despite what others may tell you as a marque there are no 'bad' pickups produced in Thailand. That obviously is not the case when comparing individual vehicles. The use and abuse factor. Currently at the top of the heap are the Ford Ranger/Mazda BT50 as they are an all new design as of about 2-3 years ago. At the moment the others are playing 'catchup.' And for the usage you describe which is essentially passenger transport likely to be the best choice. I think they have the best ride and best cabin space? You don't need 4WD, you don't need the 3.0L. The 2.2L has bags of power and the 6 speed auto box is a dream. Ultimately at the end of the day it all depends on your budget if you are in the market for something 2-3 years old prefer the Ford or the Mazda. If it has to be older than that then probably Toyota. But as always it depends upon the particular vehicles you are looking at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucjoker Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 go to every dealer ,ask info ,compare info and buy a new pick-up ! Buy not the top class but a basic model not hight up ,not 4x4,2 doors have a bigger loading space.( starts at 450 000 bht for a new pickup ) Dont buy other peoples problem ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocean268 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 In JULY, we bought a brand new MITSUBISHI Triton Plus four door, automatic, diesel, and the dealer added chrome door handles, tinted windows, twelve month first class insurance, floor mats, and the bed liner. Total cost was 844,000. It runs great and is fun to drive. The best feature is the large in dash DVD screen which allows additional options. Google it and read all about it. Good luck! from my iPad in Cha-Am Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradinAsia Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) ocean268, I totally agree with you. I just bought a 2010 Mitsubishi Triton Plus 4-door automatic. The Triton is famous for long-term reliability. As for solid quality, Toyota is fine, but for long-term reliability Mitsubishi is maybe even better. The Triton's 2.5-liter (4D56) engine is one of the most proven engines in the world. Has been in production since 1980 and used in many different vehicles over the years. My 2010 Triton has a 3rd generation 2.5-liter 4D56 with intercooler turbo. It is very smooth and quiet. As with most engines, good maintenance is important. I plan to enjoy my Triton about 25 years. Edited February 12, 2014 by BradinAsia 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilcopops Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Passenger compartments of the 4dr pick ups are all a bit small - I would not stay at a hotel that asked me to ride in the back of a pick up. I would have thought an Innova or MPV would be more suited i would have thought a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AA1 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Interested to see ideas recommended but am surprised that no one has mentioned that whatever you settle on should have been owned by an expat and so likely to have been looked after and serviced better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I would buy Ford or Mazda. Cheaper to buy, parts cheaper, and better service engine wise. My first Ford 400,000 kms no engine issues. Now on my second Ford 260.000 kms no engine issues. Yep, if you buy one of these you must think about replacement parts..... May I add that the Vigo has more room for getting folks feet in the rear doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krabimike Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I have 2010 Isuzu D MAX i bought new has been service perfectly and never have had any issues comes with canopy. I paid 980,000 new want to sell for 560,000 has factory gamin gas, Auto, 404 and is very clean. I will be buying new Isuzu z cross as Isuzu is my preferred truck. How be it i don't think there is a bad pickup in thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skint Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Just buy one of these, Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileydude Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) A guy I know who was in the Japanese spare parts business once told me Isuzu makes the toughest trucks. Owners have been know to put 3-500,000 kms on them on average before needing an engine overhaul. They just run and run and if you notice, Isuzu is the number one pick up truck seller in Thailand and probably for a reason. Easy to find spare parts, lots of dealers nationwide and one of the best resale prices. I think a good pick up truck to haul people is the Isuzu Mu-7. AOT uses it at the airports. Hauls people and stuff in reasonable comfort. Oh and diesel is definitely the way to go. Edited February 12, 2014 by smileydude 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liddelljohn Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 11 years i bought a Isuzu TFR 4 door crew cab for 240k baht it was 5 years old already and 146,000kms today its still running perfectly and has 678,000kms ,, compared to more recent ones its crude but absolutely reliable and can be serviced and spares available anywhere in Thailand ,,,I just bought a new ISUZU MUX 3 L , gave the son in law the TFR at 16 years old and such a big mileage I was offered 140k by a dealer they sell well in Issan but my son in laws 7 year old Ford ranger blew its engine up recently its not uncommon No Thai made pickup is a dud , all the makes are good but previous owners maintenance ethos and regular oil changes are very important , Toyotas tend to be gas guzzlers , fords can have problems with engines on earlier models , Mitsis are bullet proof , Nissans have poor turning circle , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MW72 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 It's no coincidence the Taliban use the Toyota Hilux. They are bullet proof (not literally) so to speak. The older models without engine management systems will just keep going. Look on you tube for Top Gear Toyota Hilux to see the punishment one of these things will take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted February 12, 2014 Author Share Posted February 12, 2014 I would not stay at a hotel that asked me to ride in the back of a pick up. Check my OP again - we already have an MPV and a sedan car. The pick-up is for those occasions when 4 passengers have a lot of extra luggage (to be put in the back of the pick-up), or where 12 Chinese guests arrive when having booked just for 4 pax, (a common occurrance...) Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiniyow Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Taxi drivers sure prefer the Isuzu truck..Many run 24-7 with absolutely no problems.....They really take a beating... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripper15 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Just buy one of these, ImageUploadedByThaivisa Connect Thailand1392215742.442777.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand That took me back. Reminds me of my days hauling ARVN's around in my huey. LMFAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney R Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Why buy other people's trouble ? The second hand market in Thailand is unbelievable , way overpriced just go to all the dealers tell them what you are chasing i.e just a runabout and get the best deal you can and buy new . At least you have new car warranty for a number of years . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradinAsia Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Interested to see ideas recommended but am surprised that no one has mentioned that whatever you settle on should have been owned by an expat and so likely to have been looked after and serviced better. I would prefer to buy a vehicle from an individual Thai owner. My 2010 Triton Plus was owned by a Thai lady. When I bought it, she gave me all her service records. She changed oil regularly on schedule and used Castrol (my favorite oil) which is expensive. At each oil change, her cost for oil alone was more than 2,400 baht. That's twice as much as the same oil in the U.S. When a Thai (or anyone else) spends a million baht or so for a vehicle they tend to take care of it. IMHO, the folks who neglect their vehicles are most often poor folk, whatever nationality. They cannot afford a good vehicle or the cost of good maintenance. And these poor folk may be Thais or Filipinos or just poor expats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradinAsia Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Why buy other people's trouble ? The second hand market in Thailand is unbelievable , way overpriced just go to all the dealers tell them what you are chasing i.e just a runabout and get the best deal you can and buy new . At least you have new car warranty for a number of years . Why? One simple reason is -- if your maximum budget is 450,000, you cannot buy a 900,000 baht vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaurene Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Check on Google, Apple Auctions give them a call and ask where and when their next auction is close to where you are. You want a pickup to transfer guests, you plan to pile them in the back like the Thais do, 10-20 people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbandung Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Anything Toyota for sure! Do not do Isuzu. Ford is okay as well. Nissan... never did like them. So go with Toyota! Why not Isuzu? Currently own a Mu 7, fantastic car. Drove it form Udon to Chiang Mai and back in January. In PNG I have driven loads of Hiluxs and the D Max is a far superior vehicle. Found the Toyota dealers arrogant and misleading, the deal was changing all the time. And to the OP. Buy new. You don't save much buying used here and it isn't worth the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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