Ask Honest John

Honest John Ask Honest John » Cheap, reliable 4X4

Cheap, reliable 4X4

I'm looking to buy a large, 'proper' 4x4 (it will be off-roaded) which is very reliable for up to £6k. What vehicle would you recommend?

My primary concern is reliability, but it must also be large and capable of off-road action.

Also, with regards to your recommended vehicle, can you please also confirm what it's common problems are / what to look for when buying?

Asked on 28 September 2011 by Viv

Answered by Honest John
Maybe a Nissan Terrano II 3.0. For all we've got on it (which isn't a lot) go here:

www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/nissan/terrano-ii-19...d

Our honest used car pricing is a little bit different to all the others. You can get to our values through make or model - you don’t have to follow a prescribed route. Plus, it’s live, which means we can react to changes in the market quicker than any printed price guide.

Honest Used Car Prices

From which small car to buy at which price point to the best UK-built cars, our Top 10s have the lot. Click now for your shortlist.

Unsure of what to buy? Our Top 10s are here to help you....
Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:
    Select a few terms below
Similar questions
What would you recommend in the way of a cheap used 4x4 to tow a boat & trailer, combined weight 15-1600 kg? Must be cheap to buy, fuel consumption less important, as mileages are likely to be small.
Commute a round trip of 200 miles per day on a free flowing motorway. Need a large 4x4 with a big fuel tank range. Have £15k to 18k to spend. What is recommended?
Eight years ago you advised me to buy a Ford Focus. It's still going strong and runs like new, still keeping the Focus but need to buy another vehicle. I would ideally like to get a VW Toureg. Should I...