Fandango Neutral Newbie March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 (edited) I am interested in purchasing this toyota hilux. My last check with Borneo is that they only have the 2-door version. Any parallel importers retailing the 4 door version? (has a shorter tail - look more balance and masculine) Edited March 7, 2006 by Fandango ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel 1st Gear March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 I nvr seen a double-cab hilux locally, but malaysia-reg saw a few on our rds. Another alternative will be the Isuzu double-cab pickup or the Ssangyong Musso. Both are cool with hardtop canopy!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fandango Neutral Newbie March 7, 2006 Author Share March 7, 2006 Last check with Borneo is that their current Hilux is retailing for $38,000 Maybe the double-cap will cost around the range of S50,000? No parallel importers? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 I am driving the 2 door version. I got it for only $33500 excluding the package last April. Probably they tink there is no market for double cab so they didn't bring it in. I also love the double cab version, saw a lot in Thailand and Malaysia. No way it will cost only $50000. If they do bring it in, expect to pay at least $60000. For double cab pickup, you only got 3 choices here. Nissan Pickup, Isuzu D-Max and Ssangyong Musso. All three are in the range of $60K. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel 1st Gear March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 Double-cab pickups not cheap... can buy an average 1.6L car now The Musso was going for high $50ks... auto tranny mated with Merc engine, not forgetting the TC... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel 1st Gear March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 They have to mark-up the 5-seater commercial really high, if not many might make the switch from petrol to diesel vehicles 3L TC engine for annual rd tax of $500, u want? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vit4wd 1st Gear March 7, 2006 Share March 7, 2006 (edited) The S$96K Fortuner runs on the same platform as the Hilux - glorified SUV in disguise (actually a pick up truck in reality) Edited March 7, 2006 by Vit4wd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fandango Neutral Newbie March 7, 2006 Author Share March 7, 2006 Exactly! Whenever i see Fortuner on the road, i always think "Surely the buyer didn't know that the Fortuner is sharing the Hilux platform and nose." Imagine paying 90+K for the Fortuner, compared to 60k for hilux (with bigger engine). If it cost 60K, might have to reconsider. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weiliang Neutral Newbie March 19, 2006 Share March 19, 2006 was wondering how much would a 2nd hand d max cost if there's any? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genie47 1st Gear March 19, 2006 Share March 19, 2006 You kenna poisoned by Americans issit? Americans love trucks. The BIGGER THE BETTER! Their Dodge trucks are the most powerful. Got 5.7L Vortec engine pushing out 600hp like Dodge Viper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khimwoon Neutral Newbie March 20, 2006 Share March 20, 2006 think most buyer esp those "jus wan as much metal as possible" people... but look at another viewpoint... a 4WD version of the twincab hilux cost 80k to get in singapore... looking at the ford ranger 4WD and the Dmax 4wd... all costing ard 80k region + - too... so those hardcore outdoor lover... will think that the hilux platform is a blessing cos it mean that this fortuner can really offroad if needed compared those CRV... RAV4... harrier... who are only a big SUV... plus another 15k u get "lexus like" interior... more comfy and S plate meaning no 70kph rule... so in actual fact the fortuner offer a proven package for those who wanted offroading plus comfort... the only problem i see is the engine... if they follow thai using the 2.5 turbo diesel... then it will be a even sweeter package... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khimwoon Neutral Newbie March 20, 2006 Share March 20, 2006 its the same as people who think its stupid to spend such money on a landrover defender... wah lao spent 80k to drive a army rover... cos offloading not their interest... diff people diff liking... so i will give a benefit of doubt to those fortuner driver that they buy not becos its a big toyota but because they wan the comfort yet not forsaking 4WD fun... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khimwoon Neutral Newbie March 20, 2006 Share March 20, 2006 The S$96K Fortuner runs on the same platform as the Hilux - glorified SUV in disguise (actually a pick up truck in reality) glorified SUV or Luxury 4WD truck.... i think its the 2nd... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caravan 5th Gear March 20, 2006 Share March 20, 2006 I am driving the 2 door version. I got it for only $33500 excluding the package last April. Probably they tink there is no market for double cab so they didn't bring it in. I also love the double cab version, saw a lot in Thailand and Malaysia. No way it will cost only $50000. If they do bring it in, expect to pay at least $60000. For double cab pickup, you only got 3 choices here. Nissan Pickup, Isuzu D-Max and Ssangyong Musso. All three are in the range of $60K. You missed out the Ford Ranger. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic October 4, 2006 Share October 4, 2006 Borneo Motors finally selling the 4 door Hilux and it costs $83400! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fourwheels Clutched October 5, 2006 Share October 5, 2006 i believe this is due to the tax charge very similar to car (double cab), that is why it is so expensive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vit4wd 1st Gear October 5, 2006 Share October 5, 2006 At such prices, might as well get Land Rover Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic October 5, 2006 Share October 5, 2006 I might as well get a car, even better. Only good thing is the road tax and diesel. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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