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Drive along any country lane and youre bound to spot one: theres no doubt that the Daihatsu Fourtrak is the country-dweller's favourite 4x4. The reasons are simple. This unassuming mud-plugger is competitively priced, as tough as old boots and extremely competent in the rough. The rather basic original model was not endowed with the most appealing road manners.
However, this problem was addressed in 1993 with the introduction of an independent suspension system, which did wonders for its road-going ability. At the same time, the whole range benefited from an extensive revamp and the appropriately named Independent trim level was introduced to help the Fourtrak appeal to a wider audience. The ruggedness, which was the biggest appeal of the original, is still there though. The Fourtrak will seat the family, carry the odd chest of drawers and sail through a ploughed field as well as whisk you down to the local wine bar on a Friday night.
All the latest Fourtrak models come with power steering, selectable two or four-wheel drive and an immobiliser security system. Inside, the cars are fitted with a substantial rear roll-over bar which provides mountings for three-point inertia-reel seat belts for rear seat passengers. There are also two (rather uncomfortable) occasional seats in the rear in the long wheelbase models to increase the carrying capacity to seven. Higher up the range, the TDL-SE is another seven-seater with a healthy dose of equipment.
This runs to electric windows, central locking, a four-speaker stereo, an adjustable steering column and additional instrumentation. If you want more, the Fourtrak TDX has colour-coded wheelarch extensions and unique alloy wheels. Gadgetry on the flagship TDX includes electronic 4WD engagement, electric mirrors, power headlamp washers and an RDS stereo system. If you choose a model thats fitted with the torquey 2.
8-litre intercooled turbo diesel unit, youll also get a hefty 3,500kg towing capacity.
The best course of action, if you can afford it, is to stick with the post-1993 Independent machines, but you do have to pay more for their improved ride and specification. A 1993L TDX Independent 2.8 is likely to set you back around 1,800, while a slightly lower spec TDL Independent should start at about 1,500. Alternatively you could take the newer route after all, the Fourtrak is seen by many as a more affordable alternative to a Land Rover.
A 2000X-reg TDL Independent should start at 6,600 and a TDX Independent will set you back around 8,800 on 2002 plates. For SE versions, add around 500-1000 to these figures depending on age and condition.
These capable workhorses are likely to be used for serious off-roading, so its advisable to check the bodywork, suspension and chassis for damage. Particular areas that need attention are differentials, gearbox and engine. Faulty or damaged turbos can be expensive to repair, so have the engine checked out by an expert if youre unsure.