@ Seattle Mike
Guess I could not be vague enough :) Tell your friends that it is well worth it. Adventure of a lifetime.
@ B'kyn Mike
I am a sucker for a great adventure blog. That looked like a fascinating trip done by that couple.
Also, I test drove the FJ cruiser but found the inside...
Thanks dwulffusa!
Honestly, I have been going back and forth a little whether to buy a new car or get something used. I am still very open to getting a used car and will take a look at the model you recommend.
@ Dwullfusa and Seattle Mike,
Thanks both of you for your response. The vehicle will arrive in county duty free and with no problems clearing local customs as I work for the feds and will have diplomatic status while in country.
Advise from people already there is that there really are very...
@jca Thanks for your thoughts on this.
Buying locally maybe more hassle that its worth, in the sense that they are not made to US specs so that when it is time for me to return to the US, there is no way to get it US street legal. In addition, the country I am going to does not have a toyota...
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I am going to East Africa later this fall for work and can have a vehicle shipped over for the duration of my two year stay there. I am interested in getting a 2010 4Runner as I need a true off road 4X4 vehicle (currently own a 2003 Dodge Durango - I hesitate to bring it). It will be hot...