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  1. 11th October 2009, 06:51 PM #1
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    Default G'day from Tassie

    G'day to all,

    I come here seeking recommendations, feedback, discussion, from experienced tradies for a reasonable vehicle to use everyday for a -home building- carpenter.

    Budget is ~10k and am looking at utes, panel vans and vans.

    I'm in Hobart, Tas. Buying locally would be preferred in 3 - 6 months.

    criteria

    reliable
    low maintenance costs
    heavy loads (tools, ladder, power tools, compressor, timber, etc)
    useful life of 5 years

    Cheers
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  3. 11th October 2009, 08:19 PM #2
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    G'day and welcome to the forum.

    I am sure most will be able to help you with the questions that you have.
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  4. 11th October 2009, 11:22 PM #3
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    Hi and welcome to the forum. Difficult question for someone to answer. Only you know your exact requirements. I personally would choose a light ute such as a Mitsubishi Triton or Holden Rodeo with ladder racks fitted. I am not sure as to how late a vehicle you would get for 10k but you should pick up something reasonably modern. you could go for a heavier vehicle such as the Mitsubishi Canter or similar size truck, just depends on how big a load you will be carrying.
    You could also buy a ute and a tredesmans trailer which would give you extra carrying capacity.
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    Cheers John
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  5. 12th October 2009, 01:21 AM #4
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    I agree with John's suggestion of a ute and trailer - you may be surprised at how often NOT having all your equipment in the tray will be an advantage.

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