Highlights
- Only three owners from new
- Only 50,884 miles on the clock
- Interior is in exceptional condition
- Top-spec TDX Independent model
- Practical seven-seater model
The Appeal
When farmers started bemoaning the high cost and low reliability of Land Rover ownership in the Eighties, Daihatsu saw an opportunity for the UK market and introduced their Fourtrak to Britain in 1984. Farmers eagerly snapped them up and they became a durable icon on many farms.
In response to complaints about poor ride quality, Daihatsu introduced the Independent model in 1993, which featured coil sprung rear suspension (though still on a live axle so not fully independent). This year also saw the seven-seater model be released – denoted by the hump in the roof section - which featured beefier looking wheelarch extensions and a more powerful 2.8-litre turbo diesel engine that produced 100bhp.
It’s a rare thing to find a Fourtrak that hasn’t been used for farmwork and this one clearly hasn’t led an arduous life. With only 50,884 miles on the clock and an interior that looks like new, it’s a very rare thing. With seven seats and a 3,500kg tow weight, it’s a hugely practical classic, too.
The History and Paperwork
- V5C in owner’s name
- Current owner since 2019
- MoT until April 2024
- Has only covered 2,600 miles since 2013
- 13 service history stamps from original dealer in service book up to 39,250 miles
- Cambelt and tensioners replaced in February 2022
- Last serviced in June 2022
- Original book pack and owner’s manual
The Interior
- Original velour seating in exceptional unmarked condition
- Door cards are unmarked and in excellent condition
- Plastic dash and all buttons look to be in excellent order
- Carpets protected by overmats are very clean underneath with no holes or wear marks evident
- Original three-spoke steering wheel is in excellent condition
- Trio of original dials on dash detail time, inclination and voltage
- No holes or aftermarket extras added to dashboard
- Rear seat does not look to have been used much
- Headlining is unmarked
- All electrics are said to work fine (including electric mirrors)
- Period Pioneer KEH-1940 radio cassette fitted
The Exterior
- Paintwork is generally in fine condition and presents well
- Shutlines are straight and the doors shut with a thunk
- Paintwork around windscreen edge looks excellent
- Chrome grille looks to be in good condition
- Headlights and sidelight lenses are uncracked
- Rear tail-light lenses are cracked
- Sill repainted in colour-coded stonechip paint
- Some crazing to paintwork on rear door behind sparewheel would benefit from being tidied up
- Tiny chips around the driver’s door edge
- Alloy wheels have minor surface blemishes and would benefit from powdercoating
- Four matching Bridgestone Dueller HT689 tyres in 255/70-R15 size (dated 2006) have ample tread
- Spare wheel is a Dunlop Grantrek in 255/70 R15 size and has good tread on it
The Mechanics
- 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine started easily
- Five-speed gearbox and low-range gearbox
- Engine bay is original and unmolested
- Sticker on rocker cover indicates timing belt changed in 2022 (backed up by invoice)
- Underside is in good condition with recent welding work carried out to suspension
- Fitted with a towbar and can tow up to 3,500kg (great for hauling that classic racecar!)
- Owner does not know of any issues with the way the vehicle drives
Summary
This modern classic is a rare find in the UK as most models have been worked to death on farms. With a mere 50,884 miles on the clock, low ownership and a near faultless interior it would be hard to find a better example. It has clearly led a pampered life. With a torquey 2.8-litre turbo-diesel and a 3,500kg tow weight, this is a superbly practical 4wd that’s ready for some fresh adventures.
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