Ali wrote:As I always say "Nissan Can" go for the Nissan it is very cheap to run, it keeps it is value and takes you where ever you want

Especially to the mall for shopping like Khaled does all the time !

There is a nice well cared for Jeep being sold by one of our members. Check the link.

http://www.uaeoffroaders.com/showthread ... d-20gb-HDD

Almost lady driven, rarely been off road, well only run of the gatch tracks is more appropriate.....comes with a contract with a recovery truck in AUH & DXB ....for when it breaks down ! LOOOL

And new tires and water pump too !

Lionbar wrote:Welcome to the gang Faris, regarding ur question.......Nissan is the way to go. The new Jeep is powerful, alot of fun to drive and the only truely customisable vehicle on the market but nothing has changed in the problematic drive train or electronics. I have a 2009 jk and love it but the comfort levels in the Patrol make it hard to leave at home when going to the desert!!!! Nissan is the more reliable and durable, with a much better resale opportunities.
BTW - Western Motors provide excellent service.

Looking forward to seeing u in the dunes, whatever you choose.

thanks lionbar for the welcoming.
cant wait to see you in the dunes and your recommendation.
see you and happy new year

t_almagboul wrote:Keep the MB and get aused jeep 2004 up to 2006 for playing on sand

hello almagboul, cant let my lady go thats for sure but not interested to use it on daily basis for sand blasting, thanks for the recommendation and happy new year buddy

Wasif Ahmed wrote:Bring the Brabus beat to the desert....you have hav a real blast with it....and for serious dune bashing get a manual FJ

hello wasif, i read all your comments here and there you ARE an FJ real fan buddy, I'm not big fan of the FJ although my brother owns one but i didn't really like it overall, of course the beast will be joining you all soon inshallah.
thanks for the recommendation and happy new year

Khaled SS wrote:Welcome to the family faris, looking forward seeing you.
I believe the only one ho can answer that question is yourself
Both cars are good on its way but it all depends on your driving style
I think you should try both of them first before buying any of them

hello khaled, thanks for the welcoming i can never be happier it really shows how great this family is.
about the cars, i thought i should ask the experts to see their opinion as for me i dont mind any of them, both are accepted by my side but i felt you guys can advise me with the best
thanks buddy and happy new year

tintin wrote:My personal opinion would be to get an older wrangler (YJ model, 87-95). Not just because I own one, but because they are surprisingly stronger and more reliable than their newer counterparts. The new JK's have a lot of problems with the electricals, so I'm told, and some people have had them completely cut out in random situations.

The new Patrol is a great 4x4, very reliable and extremely powerful, but would be extremely expensive to repair if you break something which isn't covered by the warrantey. On the other hand, older patrols are probably the best way to go if you are looking for a patrol as they are easily repaired, cheap to maintain and as Boy Bach said, have great re-sale value.

At teh end of the day it is your choice, but you would benefit from getting a pro's and con's sheet for both types.

hello tintin love the nickname

oh your point is worth considering, old jeep upgraded as the best and runs with no issues, hmmmm sounds great
on the other hand, dont mind relaxing in nissan SWB enjoying the dunes and comfortable on the roads, sounds interesting too but as you said could cost me here and there with no reasons but i heard from everyone they are very reliable cars, i used to own toyota land cruiser 09' and to be frank it was really great but had to let it go for the new lady
thanks for the recommendation buddy, happy new year

offie wrote:Jeep is fine. But all drpends on what you choose to do. With it . They are good for junior. But if you want to go higher. It may hold uou back. Then there are the problems that they have. An they love to burn a hole in ur pocket. The harder you drive it. (know this by experience)

Nissan. Well they are a good car. Easy to fix. And you can do more and harder driving.
Plus the comfort of them.

As stated. Maybe go for a ride in one of each and see what you think.

But in the long run as they say it is the driver not the csr.

Good luck to ur choice. An hope it all works out

hello offie, what kinda problems do you think might appear on long runs?
i agree that nissan are much comfortable while driving on roads plus dunes maybe.
like your quote, its all about the driver not the car
thanks for the wishes and happy new year

offie wrote:Jeep is fine. But all drpends on what you choose to do. With it . They are good for junior. But if you want to go higher. It may hold uou back. Then there are the problems that they have. An they love to burn a hole in ur pocket. The harder you drive it. (know this by experience)

Nissan. Well they are a good car. Easy to fix. And you can do more and harder driving.
Plus the comfort of them.

As stated. Maybe go for a ride in one of each and see what you think.

But in the long run as they say it is the driver not the csr.

Good luck to ur choice. An hope it all works out

Codger wrote:Ain't that the truth!

I'd echo what everyone else said about Nissan, get one of those if you intend to drive it hard. If you just want a little bit of fun, but don't plan to push your vehicle hard, a Jeep is fine, preferably an older TJ as Tintin said.

My 2009 Wrangler is up for sale if you're interested, but I would recommend it as a dedicated offroad vehicle only.

One last thing:


If you want one, you better move fast. None for sale in Dubai, and only 4 left in Abu Dhabi:
1 GL - AED 145k
3 Safari - AED 169k

I checked just a few days ago.

hello andrew, any pics of your 2009 jeep? is it there dubizzle?
thanks for the nissan info, your pushing my limits it seems i need to make quick decision soon

let me catch up my last thoughts soon
happy new year

FarisAD wrote:hello andrew, any pics of your 2009 jeep? is it there dubizzle?
thanks for the nissan info, your pushing my limits it seems i need to make quick decision soon

let me catch up my last thoughts soon
happy new year

It was on dubizzle, but I have a buyer lined up already. If you wait till the summer/ramadan sales, they do good offers on Nissans in Dubai. Also offer much better warranties in Dubai, 5 year unlimited mileage on all cars. Al Masood in AUH is 3 years or 100,000km.

Mosalf wrote:Agree wholeheartedly. No need to go for a new car just for desert driving.

hello mosalf, doesnt mean its just for the sand buddy, i will use it here and there when i need too.
thanks for the advise and happy new year

Ali wrote:As I always say "Nissan Can" go for the Nissan it is very cheap to run, it keeps it is value and takes you where ever you want

hello ali, it seems like your the NISSAN GOD Father here, overall do you recommend the new VTC SWB patrol? worth the 169k?
happy new year