Which cheap, reliable vehicle would you recommend for towing?
My 15-year-old Mercedes E-Class estate finally got scrapped last year, so I treated myself to an E63 AMG estate. I love the car and I can still get masses of stuff inside and on the roof, but I can't legally fit a tow-bar, even if I wanted to. I need a car capable of towing a horsebox or car trailer that doesn't cost too much and is fairly simple to maintain myself. Even my 15-year-old Mercedes had so many complicated electronics that repairs became prohibitively expensive. I'm currently looking at old Land Rovers, but maybe there is something more practical (and comfortable). Any suggestions?
Asked on 6 July 2013 by JO, via email
Answered by
Honest John
Like you, I wouldn't want to offload a 6.2 E63 AMG just to be able to tow something. Cheap tow-cars include Nissan Terrano IIs, Mitsubishi Shoguns, etc. Land Rovers and Range Rovers are generally a bit more risky, but excellent towers and with better parts availability.
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