Hi all,
I'm a carpenter based in Devon, England. I'm currently driving a big van but more and more of my jobs are taking me into the wilds so I was thinking of getting a 4 x 4. I've always loved Land Rovers and so basically I'm looking for a long wheelbase defender van with a high top (if they exist). Before I start looking at the local ads and visiting local dealers, can anyone tell me what's available, what to watch out for in the used market, and what sort of prices we're looking at second hand? Budget is limited so what are the things to look out for at the cheaper, higher mileage end of the spectrum? Another thing, I use my van as a mobile toolshed so it's got those big circular padlock thingies fitted to the doors for security. Anyone fitted these to a defender? Also I was wondering what sort of speed I'd expect it to be comfortable at on the M-ways. Anything above 60mph would suit me fine, my van's an old LDV...
Many thanks!
Simon Marshall
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