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[ZEUS]

I wonder what the guys think on the other side of the pond. Do you guys hate to see Land Rovers everywhere or is there something else that people love to hate for their abundance?

[nfpgasmask]

is there something else that people love to hate for their abundance?

Probably Americans.

Bart

[handeeman]

Those are some really beautiful pictures. I kinda had Great Brittain pictured as always being in a fog j/k. What really good lookin pics of the VX, I also thought (after crotchrockets pics) you guys only ran around in the mud. I would love doin that...cept the scratching part...lol.

[alterastro]

Thanks for the comments guys

Whats the 2nd aerial on your roof for? near the windscreen. Cb radio?

Yes indeedy - a CB aerial.

How in the world do you keep traction going downhill on wet, flat rocks?

The hankooks were surprisingly grippy - Its actually not as steep as it looks

Nick, it's really cool to see such different landscape. Thanks for the great pics! How do you like the Hankooks so far?

I have them on my Pajero too, so rate them very highly. The run well on the road with very little/no noise and good road holding. Off road they are superb in all conditions.

I wonder what the guys think on the other side of the pond. Do you guys hate to see Land Rovers everywhere or is there something else that people love to hate for their abundance?

Yes, Land Rovers are everywhere and there is a tongue in cheek war between Landie owners and everyone else. The Land Rovers are well known for breaking down a lot, but because parts are everywhere, they are very cheap to fix. Personally, having owned one, I think they are badly made, overpriced and not very good at anything, but thats just me

We have plenty of Cherokees and Wranglers, but not many are used off-road.

Cheers

Nick

[ZEUS]

Yes, Land Rovers are everywhere and there is a tongue in cheek war between Landie owners and everyone else. The Land Rovers are well known for breaking down a lot, but because parts are everywhere, they are very cheap to fix. Personally, having owned one, I think they are badly made, overpriced and not very good at anything, but thats just me

We have plenty of Cherokees and Wranglers, but not many are used off-road.

Cheers

Nick

Funny that we mostly share your view of the Landies over here as well. At least, most seem to understand the Landies are poorly made, overpriced, and not all that great. Parts are expensive though and needed often so it makes sense we don't see them around much. Depending in what circle you are in, Jeeps have a poor record regarding quality, but my experience has been great with them and parts are cheap and plentiful anyway.

[nfpgasmask]

The Land Rovers are well known for breaking down a lot, but because parts are everywhere, they are very cheap to fix.

Hmmm, that does sound just like Jeep! Yeah, the Rovers are just Richie Rich's choice for a 4x4 I think. I personally really like the way the D90 looks, but the same can be accomplished with an Isuzu and A LOT less money.

Bart

[pbkid]

Yes, Jeeps are everywhere and there is a tongue in cheek war between Jeep owners and everyone else. The Jeeps are well known for breaking down a lot, but because parts are everywhere, they are very cheap to fix.
Nick

there.... fixed it....

well at least for the american application.

[nfpgasmask]

there.... fixed it....

well at least for the american application.

Nice one, kid. When it comes right down to it, imo the ONLY advantage Jeeps have over most other similar sized SUVs and light trucks is a stock solid front axle. Other than that, they are cookie cutter.

Bart

[vt_maverick]

Yes, Land Rovers are everywhere and there is a tongue in cheek war between Landie owners and everyone else.
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We have plenty of Cherokees and Wranglers, but not many are used off-road.

Sounds like a complete role reversal on different sides of the pond. Here LR's are seen almost as pseudo-luxury, and hence rarely seen off-road. Cherokees and Jeeps on the other hand? I see one covered with mud and/or with a fender dent almost every day.

[Sprey]

Hmm here id say since we get lots of imports of both. tho its more common to see something like a mitsi pajero or a hilux or a landcruiser etc. than a landy or a jeep

i guess it really depends on what prices the vehicles are where you live and how are there are there.

aka land rovers = english expect to be lots
jeep = usa, expect to be lots.

lol ^ staes the ovious

[Ldub]

Thanks for sharing...enjoyed the pics...

[crotchrocket]

What a fantastic trip and what fantastic photo's!!!!! Amazing area!!! and definately a bit spooky in the mist there!!!

Glad to see the VX leading the pack in every shot and thankfully that scrape wasnt too bad!! At least the first bit of damage is done now and out the way, you can relax more the next time it happens !!

[ZEUS]

What a fantastic trip and what fantastic photo's!!!!! Amazing area!!! and definately a bit spooky in the mist there!!!

Glad to see the VX leading the pack in every shot and thankfully that scrape wasnt too bad!! At least the first bit of damage is done now and out the way, you can relax more the next time it happens !!

Spoken like a true... er... I don't know what, but very well said!

[Triathlete]

Yeah, the Rovers are just Richie Rich's choice for a 4x4 I think. Bart

Na, that would be a MB G Wagon!

[Scott Harness]

There are a zillion Land Rovers in Dallas. All soccer moms/grocery getters,NEVER go off-road. Parts and service...$$$$