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Old 11-06-2007, 07:41 PM
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Gud day to u all, this is my first post but i have been visiting fo two months now.

My wife and i are deciding to buy a pick up in December. Our problem is that, only two carmakers are available in our province, Mitsubishi and Isuzu, so we kinda deciding either on the 4x2 D-Max or the 4x4 Strada. We are also considering the 4x2 Hilux, since quarterly they visit the province for the maintenance of the Toyota cars here. Btw, im not an off-roader, but i want a pick-up that can measure up to "light to moderate" off road conditions, just in case.

I hope u guys help us decide which pick-up will whiten our Christmas hehe tnx in advance . .
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Old 11-06-2007, 07:44 PM
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im not an off-roader, but i want a pick-up that can measure up to "light to moderate" off road conditions, just in case.
Perfect for Strada!
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Old 11-06-2007, 07:59 PM
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Gud day to u all, this is my first post but i have been visiting fo two months now.

My wife and i are deciding to buy a pick up in December. Our problem is that, only two carmakers are available in our province, Mitsubishi and Isuzu, so we kinda deciding either on the 4x2 D-Max or the 4x4 Strada. We are also considering the 4x2 Hilux, since quarterly they visit the province for the maintenance of the Toyota cars here. Btw, im not an off-roader, but i want a pick-up that can measure up to "light to moderate" off road conditions, just in case.

I hope u guys help us decide which pick-up will whiten our Christmas hehe tnx in advance . .
Please review this thread [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] and hope ma-convince ka na mag-Strada. I'm planning to get one Jan or Feb 2008, pero bka maihabol ko by Dec. Para merry din Christmas. Sana makatulong.
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:10 PM
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Gud day to u all, this is my first post but i have been visiting fo two months now.

My wife and i are deciding to buy a pick up in December. Our problem is that, only two carmakers are available in our province, Mitsubishi and Isuzu, so we kinda deciding either on the 4x2 D-Max or the 4x4 Strada. . .
Isn't that obvious..get the 4x4 White Strada and enjoy a White Christmas!
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:10 PM
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wait for the frontier navarra. test drive first then choose well.
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:45 PM
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i prefer strada not just for the 4wd advantage but it has been highly regarded in abroad for its versatility in different weather conditions, generally it is fairly satisfactory machine by all means, either 2.5 or 3.2.
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Old 11-06-2007, 10:22 PM
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Since mitsu and isuzu lang ang dealers diyan, tapos 4x4 ang kailangan mo due to possible mild to moderate off-roading, mag strada ka na. Pero kung makakahintay ka na lumabas yung 4x4 na dmax, palagay ko mag test drive ka muna.
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Old 11-06-2007, 10:47 PM
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Well, whatever pick-up you choose try to make sure that you get a 4x4 variant na.

Also, nothing beats a good test drive.
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Old 11-07-2007, 07:53 AM
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Yup, test drive. Personally I'd choose between the Strada and Hilux. If you lean on the HIlux, how far exactly is the nearest Toyota dealer? Also consider the other independent service centers and part supplies as once you're out of warranty, these shops can also help you.

Just a thought. Do you really need it by December? If you wait to get it on January you'll already have an '08 model and this will have some bearing on your resale value later on.

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Old 11-07-2007, 11:08 AM
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Thank u all. Im not really in the market for a 4x4, kaya lang ang 4x2 na d-max (without bedliner, sidestep etc) is almost comparable to a 4x4 strada (with bedliner and sidestep already) in terms of price and the strada is already loaded, konti na lang idadagdag ko.

Btw, can anybody suggest a good color for the Strada? or D-max for that matter ? Again tnx for the replies, u have been very helpful . .
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Old 11-07-2007, 11:25 AM
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i chose the strada compared to Hilux.(dmax is out)

in terms of cost...its cheaper..in terms of engine..well..i hate isuzu now, but toyota is also good.

in terms of ride, better ang strada.

in terms of looks....well..depends sa tao yun.but for me.i like the new futuristic look of strada.


as for color..as somebody mentioned....choose white..to have a white xmas.

but if your lazy to wash your car..go with safe light colors like silver...but if you want a classic nice look..go with black.
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Old 11-07-2007, 11:45 AM
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wait for the frontier navarra. test drive first then choose well.
I'm waiting for this baby...coming real soon

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Old 11-07-2007, 09:06 PM
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The Nissan Frontier Navarra is now available for reservation here! Offered at a very competitive price (inquire at Nissan for SRP). Take note of the new engine, AFAIK the best compared to D-Max, Strada, Hilux, and even the new Ford Ranger. Nissan opt to be the king in the pickup segment once again and they're coming in strong with this one.
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Old 11-08-2007, 12:33 AM
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Well, whatever pick-up you choose try to make sure that you get a 4x4 variant na.

Also, nothing beats a good test drive.
magsisisi nga ko bakit hindi pa 4x4 nabili namin. tsktsk. need pa naman sa farm ang 4x4. kaya we are now scheduled to by mitsubishi.

mitsubishi military jeep. OT..
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Old 11-08-2007, 01:17 AM
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Yup, test drive. Personally I'd choose between the Strada and Hilux. If you lean on the HIlux, how far exactly is the nearest Toyota dealer? Also consider the other independent service centers and part supplies as once you're out of warranty, these shops can also help you.

Just a thought. Do you really need it by December? If you wait to get it on January you'll already have an '08 model and this will have some bearing on your resale value later on.
the last part is a good point, kaya nga instead na kukuha na kami by this time, antayin nalang namin 2008 para sulit. total almost 2 months nalang din. btw, like vinj we only consider strada and hi lux, not really a big fan of isuzu (thats because others offer more refined and tuned engine, may be the crdi version will make a difference). for us we choose the strada, not really wanting the 3.2, 2.5 gls m/t will make us satisfied na siguro.on the other hand hi-lux is awesome pero sobrang mahal lang talaga.
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