A BUDGET 4WD TOURER IN 2021. Low cost 4WD overlander for backpackers | 4xOverland

[@romulusoverland314]

Series like these are far more interesting to me than seeing a bunch of vehicles & equipment that I can't afford. Overlanding on a budget is far more realistic in the current economical climate

[@Michael_Mears]

Good for you, Andrew. This is more like it, at least for me.

[@nl3712]

Yeah, me too

[@JEMMTB1]

and another me too!

[@av_productions8801]

Andrew, I have to say, 246,000 of your subscribers probably feel more represented and see this budget series as a step in the right direction. I love it, as it seems more in line of which most of us can actually afford someday. Great move!

[@acedoguh60]

I 100% agree with you. Be careful when buying a vehicle someone else already built. You never know what you are going to end up with.

[@dannychen1281]

x-trail... really, really a good buy for beginners. Perfect for using as a daily driver too. I believe this is one of the most practical and useful series you've produced, audience-wise. Its not a dream machine build, its something everyone can do. Some can even start working on the vehicle they already have.

[@pedroc7925]

That is my case in fact! Just waiting to see all the parts to take the final decisions

[@weaton25]

@vectra548 I had to smile when you said we don't do overland in the UK this country is so small it is hard to find anywhere that you can go off road with ought having to pay the farmer to use his field.

[@dannyporterdarts]

love it mate more people should do budget builds as there is probably more people wanting to travel on a budget then those that can simply afford it

[@geoffpriestley7001]

He has the same talking style as david Attenborough very easy to understand and pleasant to listen to

[@KhanTigre]

YES! Cheap for the begginer overlander who doesn't want to dump a truckload of money on a rig! THIS RIGHT HERE is what helps people get into overlanding and keeps them enjoying it. It's not about the gear, it's about the trip, the places and how you enjoy them. And they can always move on to invest some more on a better rig/gear.

[@jasonprince8655]

Awesome! Thank you for a "back to basic" camping vehicle.

[@MattBlack6]

That's why I purchased my 80 series. Completely stock standard, 95 gxl, 1hdft engine. One owner, a retired pilot who ran his own small airline and maintained his vehicle like his aeroplanes. Every receipt since the bill of sale kept in a folder. 180,000km on the odometer. A bit of a unicorn. I paid $20,000 (Australia) in 2016. Love the work Andrew. I've passed this on to a young backpacker lady I towed (I'm a tow truck driver) who was planning on an Xtrail for touring Australia.

[@henrycharlesmuller7468]

Excellent, this is really useful and relevant!!!!

[@hughsmitham722]

I agree with others, content like this is far more interesting and the running time is manageable with a busy life.

[@michelong75]

This is a nice video for young people who want to start to explore our 🌎. Thank you .

[@jed8five897]

There's a work table in that storage system if you were to cut the drawer down 20mm shorter of the top and put a piece of ply on top half the length of the drawer with sides that just over hang the sides of the drawer you can pull the drawer out with a top/work table on it then slide the top back in if needing access to drawer ,works a treat and gives you a coffee prep space .

[@ramzizaz]

You should look into the Dometic CD30 Fridge that is about 9inches tall and can build a platform on top

[@shaunonverwacht9626]

Relieved. That Range Rover epic was dragging.

[@chris929rr7]

I just picked up a 2000 Prado (95 series) with 402,000 on the clock! however, it only has highway use (from Canberra to South Coast) and a FULL service history with the one owner. (It belonged to my mates mum) paid 6,000 for it no mods at all with an original prado alloy bull bar. The motor runs like a dream and Im told it was never even put into 4wd. It has two standard tanks with both fuel pumps working and does not leak one bit of oil. Great channel btw sir! new subscriber here :)

[@prado.offroad]

T30 X-trails are great fun to drive and tour in, takes a 35mm lift and tows an off road camper with ease. We have owned ours for 7 years without any mechanical issues at all, has never missed a beat. It did 6 weeks touring all over Tasmania pulling an 1050kg loaded camper without complaints, just a great fun under rated vehicle, add in a throttle controller and it makes the ultimate go kart.

[@bannedone3ice138]

Loving this build. Not everyone can afford LC , so these vehicles are budget and many of your viewers will relate to them. ThankYou sir 👍🏻

[@terranullius7724]

Finally a video for us who use the same car to go to work and travel on the weekend. Thank you

[@MmmmmmmmmmmMm15]

As a Persian, I must protest this Peruvian rug. I believe, in my heart, you made an inferior decision 🤣

[@cyclemoto8744]

Remember....they're on a budget, Persian rug and budget do not mix ;)

[@KOTW.Adventures]

🤣

[@wombatone5577]

I like to see people nut the thing out for themselves. I have rarely in 66 years engaged a professional but have had a very busy and satisfying time working life out for myself. Encourage young people to think for themselves! So you are now getting more of my attention. Young people need encouragement. Cheers.

[@erroneouscode]

It's fine to make your own drawer systems, but the moment you're thinking about bolting a fridge on top of it you'll need to do more than just screw the ply lid on top of the box because in case of an accident or rollover it could very well tear the lid right off the box. Aluminum angle around the edges screwed through the top and sides and reinforcement plates through where the fridge is bolted is the go.

[@djlyonol]

Hello, here are a few tips for Kate: -coffee machine: Staresso hiking coffee machine - PeruSian rug: take a Rellow one, they’re the best color. Regarding the fridge, I’m surprised Andrew is stirring you towards all this gear. If it’s for a ‘backpacker/weekend/short trips’ budget overlander thing, you don’t need it? Chances are you’ll always stay close to shops and not spend more than 5 days away from one so a simple coolbox or electric one that runs during the day will be sufficient. Andrew, remember what you said in one of your videos: always ask the bikers for advice as they don’t have any space. I’ve been around the world with my motorcycle including Australia with 80L of volume/space and had all tent/camping/cooking /coffee machine gear, plus tools/spare parts, electronics, clothes... the whole lot! It’s good to see you guys going in Andrew’s steps but remember : in the 70s in Africa, all he had was a simple box at the back and Gwynn at the front. And he survived ! Happy travels!

[@UniqueCarsandParts]

My favourite KZbin videos are of your Canning Stock Route adventure. Something that has been, since watching it, at the top of my bucket list. Finances dictated that I do a few road trips in a 1990 Mazda 626 since you inspired me, so obviously no off-roading. My wife and I looked on forlornly at Cape Tribulation watching 4x4s cross a steady flowing creek, enough to drown our 626. But we loved what you do but could never afford 50k or more on a proper 4x4. This video was exactly what I needed - thank you. In a couple of years we will get that “cheaper” 4x4 and do the CSR.

[@JMC2185]

I enjoyed this video a lot, realistic (at least for me, because is affordable) and points a start for beginners.. thank you! I can wait the next chapter.

[@sreedharanaidu3175]

I just happen to have an X-Trail sitting in a garage, not driven for 7 years (or more). This is such a good idea. I’d completely forgotten about it (long story).

[@Stefan-mg5gl]

This is beautifull. So very often I noticed your work in the past as - due to tje price tag og its components - as well as exclusive done. And way to often the term "absolutely neccessary" got used and the lots of positions add up in my head and do jump out of my reach as easy as a flew off the cake. This time it is in stunning realistic reach. Thank you for this series you startet with this eppisode.

[@fwdadventuresza254]

Lovely back to basics overlanding😉👍🏻

[@dimibri02]

I like this video. Getting back to the roots of overlanding and off roading. Example; what a guy or gal can afford for some weekend trips or a vehicle for initial learning the fieldcraft/tradecraft. Not many if any start with a tricked out landcruiser.

[@blikkiesblignaut6999]

Great choice. I remove the back seats of my Wrangler for any trip longer than a weekend. Weight saving is close to 50kg and it opens up a lot of space. It takes me about 30 minutes to take out. It helps to keep the weight down low and between the wheels. My Fridge, battery and water goes where the seats used to be. To help with the weight, get a pair of airbags for the rear suspension. Because your car is a daily driver, you can inflate and deflate the airbags as you want and they are cheap and easy to install. Mine is 2 years old and has done a few trips in Namaqualand and the northern Wes Coast of South Africa and are still working fine. Andrew, you know these roads and the "sinkplaat"(corrugations). Looking forward to see X Trail trips.

[@bobpfaff2258]

Currently doing the same type of thing for my daughter. Mitsubishi Outlander 2007. Same 4WD system as X-Trail. Stock standard without a tow bar and I checked underneath that it never had one. Just a nudge bar which is good for lights and aerial. Good fun going back to basics.

[@yaelri1430]

Thank you so much Andrew - this video was for me. I liked the way you explained how to make choices when buying a cheap 4X4. Now, I know what to think and prioritize. Make these kinds of videos - they are at our level budget wise.

[@thunderstorm4wd882]

X trail is good, but I will think you overlooked the absolute best one...Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4. Its permanent 4wd, and has a low range transfer case. I also believe-to go overlanding on a low budget with a fridge and drawers with chairs etc...RV3 OZ tent that they can store on normal roof bars is the answer. An suv is not ideal to sleep in for two

[@J-P88]

Double the Cost to buy a Suzuki with Same Kilometres, they will probably do the complete Build for the cost of buy the Suzuki Standard also the X Trail is slight wider and has rpughly an extra 130kgs Pay Load, 550kgs to the Zooks 420 odd, they wont be planning on doing 4wding, just normally Touring most likely and 4H is all thats needed, 4low is for proper 4wding, and they are doing it on a Budget, roof top tent even a Kings will cost a good $800. Ill bet they will do the complete build for less then a Suzukis $14000 price tag on Car sales

[@Griddens]

@@J-P88 so we recently just sold our 2004 grand vitara v6 with 97kms full and great service history for $4500 and honestly for a budget build they are perfect. we upgraded for just an off road not a daily. to a Tj wrangler :) with a roof top tent. winch etc for under $10.000

[@crimzikk]

I own a gv

[@J-P88]

@@Griddens wow thats a bargain, ive looked on Car Sales and GV with 160k on the clock around 2007-2010 are selling for well over 10k and and regularly seeing for 14k

[@EIChupalibre]

You are right on every mechanical points BUT the GV cargo is miserable compared to any other 5-doors 4WD SUV

[@davidyeates5525]

A good reminder for people that basic is good and still works, I see far to many people get caught in the trap of spending way to much money to create Instagram worthy interiors. I find the people that get the most use out of things, and have the most fun, have the most simple and cheap builds.

[@richardscheen4644]

Excellent idea to bring it to that level , too . we all had to begin on day , and most of us our first overlanding was a low budget one , Bravo , and thank you .

[@kallenstandish7944]

im watching this for inspiration for my subaru forester

[@4WDinAlberta]

X-trail was my first 4WD!! 5 Speed manual, great utility in them as well!

[@paulveja]

Great idea for a new build, i bet a LOT of guys are really looking forward to this!

[@angusfoley1249]

Great idea to do a budget build, captures the essence of going off-road and shows it can be an affordable activity for all. Well done.

[@aleksanderkac7530]

It is a good idea. Thank you for considering us people who can't afford a LC anymore. I had a Forester, used it as a backpackers overlander. Now I have an extremely low mileage diesel II. gen Kia Sportage, and am in the process of kitting out as a backpackers overlander. I will be following this closely.

[@xxxYYZxxx]

I'm over 6 feet tall and can sleep like a baby inside my 1st gen 5dr RAV4. I removed the rear seats, and I place an old IKEA futon-chair mattress flat across a couple of plastic storage bins, with the front passenger seat leaned forward. It takes < 5 min to set up; it's much easier than pitching a tent, I'm completely protected from weather, and I can use the heater, A/C, or radio as I please. The big downside is that I need to store a few items (like my cooler) outside the vehicle to make space while I'm sleeping, but this takes only minutes to rearrange. For a budget build and/or a small vehicle, I'd skip the fixed "storage rack" altogether, and just use plastic bins for more flexibility. Once a rack is installed, there's no way to temporarily recover the space for utility purposes.

[@adventure_life5124]

Andrew, with your knowledge and experience, your helping people take modestly costing vehicles out on adventures. This is what will bring overlanding to the masses. And surely that’s worth more than any big project 🤙🏼

[@rvrnnr987]

Good stuff. I'm someone lucky enough to have a late-1990s GWagen after selling my Defender 110, but everything I do to my vehicles is done on a budget. I always try to keep it simple, cheap, and low weight. No matter what kind of vehicle you have, this is the way to go.

[@tonyanderson191]

I did something similar,but with a cooler. I can't afford a"yeti"cooler.but I modified my existing igloo cooler. To the point to where it held ice up to 54 hours(1/3 of ice at the 54 hour point). Not only was it fun to build,but I got my kids involved and it helped them with their critical thinking skills as well.

[@MohammadKhan-nb5xl]

I have the same xtrail t30. I live in Sydney. Went to uluru , then uluru to warracurna roadhouse in WA via the great central road and come back, 3 weeks ago went to birdsville to see the big red, went to fraser island twice with the same vehicle as well as dairy driving. Its a very capable suv. Lone my car . Thanks Andrew

[@KaizenOz]

Impressive 👍

[@yeahno307]

Very impressive! What mods do you have on it?

[@MohammadKhan-nb5xl]

@@yeahno307 mods are very basic. 30mm lift and all terrain tyre ( 225 / 70/ r16 ). Thanks

[@firetofork]

YOU RAN OVER MY PUPPY!!! Seriously though, this is an under-addressed topic and one I love. I'll definitely watch it all

[@tharindu6]

Hi Andrew ! Thanks for doing this. More relatable for most of us avarage aussies

[@deanharries4154]

Jack Absylum , Malcolm Douglas & Leyland brothers.. People need to watch those videos..

[@australiantruckspotting8883]

Jack Absolom drove into the outback in a Sigma Wagon !!

[@seanworkman431]

@@australiantruckspotting8883 and the Leyland brothers were more comedy than informative, I recall the episode when they broke a crown wheel but "It's okay, Mal is casting a new one in the sand" My father fell off the lounge in hysterics, he was a draughtsman at an aluminium smelter.

[@SpectreOZ]

Don't forget the Bush Tucker Man Les Hiddins 👍

[@Hazardbone]

@@SpectreOZ and Alby mangles

[@SpectreOZ]

@@Hazardbone Oh most certainly 👍

[@joppekluijver6876]

The Nissan X-trail is a great car, exactly 1 year ago i was leaving Australia and i had to sell mine deu to the corpnapandemic, nobody wanted to buy it however so i had to sell it to a schrapyard, that was a horrible feeling. Seeing my travel buddy there between all the junkcars made me cry. But i hope that i can one come back to your amazing country and start traveling again!

[@jordan25031986]

This is the information that gets people thinking about what they can do them selves. Great video, can't wait for the next one.

[@andrewhepburn5271]

Really enjoyed that, much more relevant for us road trippers 👍🏼🇿🇦

[@gonegolding]

This is sort of what I've done, same concept but different vehicle type. I mostly travel & camp around the northern section of the Golden Triangle in central Victoria. I used what I already had, a 1994 VR Berlina wagon, removed the back seat & replacing it with a false floor. Under this false floor I have my water (3x10 litre drums), Aux battery (135aH deep cycle), pots & pans, spare tent poles which are not used for a tent, aluminium slat table and other bits & bobs. On top of the floor resides my fridge behind the passenger seat, an older large esky for my tuckerbox behind the drivers seat, whatever sleeping accommodation I'm using that weekend - be it the Oxley 5 tent, swag or stretcher tent, camp stove & gas bottle, two 45 litre backpacks with various items inside and a 200 watt solar blanket. Have been using this as above for about 6 years now & it suits what I do & where I go. I've only been temporarily stuck a couple of times, & got myself out of trouble with no outside help both times. I know the limits of the vehicle & don't try to push my luck, but can still travel around about 95% of the Triangle even if mildly wet with no worries.

[@paramount10987]

This is going to be a great series. Much needed for most of us. Of course we want your big builds but money is always the issue.

[@SonofClyde]

Possibly your your best build video in the last 2 years.

[@doncorleon9]

First gen xtrail. My rig. Am absolutely chuffed.

[@lordbrasic9469]

Interesting and informative. X trail good choice. 9f course the build context can be applied to another vehicle. I like the fact its about budget and value for money.

[@mafarachisi]

Looking forward to more of these series... more realistic for me & many others you’ve inspired over the years

[@aecarter1341]

all of my overland builds have been on a shoestring budget, from the old 1964 International Scout, Toyota single cab 4x4 pickup, the fleet of p38 Range Rovers and Discovery series Land Rovers to motorcycle adventure bikes BMW 650GS and Honda XR600 desert racebike. I have my motocamp 4 season pack down to about 30 pounds of gear. The more you know, the less you need.

[@georgegrayston9858]

This video is amazing as I have been watching for years and would love to start overlanding and explore more. Thank you for showing so much and doing a build can’t wait to see 😁

[@jorrumtucker7876]

"it's not about money, it's about what your getting for your money" totally agree, look for the extras!!! they all add up, great vid for the common 4x4 people

[@HoosierDaddy_]

I'm excited to see this series!

[@TheKnobCalledTone.]

I bet Cameron played a lot of Tetris when he was a kid. Great use of space in the back of the X-Trail.

[@32laurens]

When we arrived in Australia ten years ago, we got this exact car. We took our first off road (well, rough gravel roads) trips with it and loved the heck out of it. Great choice for those on a budget! So it only gets you to 95% of the stunningly beautiful places, I'll take that.

[@sidewithwerewolves]

Tailgate tent is the way to go. Doubles your inside space but keeps you contained in the car area.

[@CUDAbuster]

I appreciate this channel for it's enthusiasm and dedication to over landing, both in heritage and in modern consideration. Thank you for the work you have done preparing these videos and offerings excellent perspective.

[@staxter6]

Lived in SA 25 years and my RR P38 served me well, back in Scotland now and picked up an X Trail in Feb this year. Plan to tour and live with extensively soon. Good memories of ASPW video diaries in the 90's.

[@markrichardson8382]

As an avid watcher and subscriber to your channel Andrew, I will say I haven't been this excited and stoked on the content from your channel in ages, so here's a massive thumbs up for doing this budget build and getting all of us subscribers itching for the next episode. Loving it...

[@bannedone3ice138]

Love how your son in law built that very useful draw system himself, Andrew. Loving it !!!

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Been waiting for this for a long time. Yes the big builds are fun but they are just way too far out of most people's budget. I'm betting this will be VERY popular.

[@gregoryskouradakis]

Here's an other suggestion. Late (2000-2001) Jeep XJ 2.5. Lightweight (1,5tn) front and rear solid axles, 15' wheels, factory rear LSD, proper 4X4 with low range, unlimited aftermarket modifications, not too thirsty and overall a rather solid reliable vehicle making it cheap to run. Also a future classic if not already.

[@cforster6813]

Knowing that this is a budget build, I know you won't be buying any Lithium. As an owner of a 2006 model, I can tell you, that you can fit an 80AH AGM under each front seat. You make a sacrifice by removing the under-seat air vents but it's a small compromise considering no-one will be in the back anyway. Excited to see this unfold.

[@fernandogaleano9920]

I have my 2007 MIT Outlander and I love it

[@brianaustin1328]

Great start to a new series!

[@pcbenadeza]

Great start to what potentially is an excellent series to follow for all of us looking to spend more time outdoors. Thanks, Andrew!

[@Russ247music]

Great video! More like this please!

[@andrewohone]

We bought a Chinese SUV in Oz. A Great Wall. Had it for a year and sold it for 1500 less than we bought it for. Took it all over. Loved it. We were nervous but it never let us down.

[@buddhimanirman7495]

I wish my grandfather was like you. Thank you for sharing this. I always enjoy your contents. Love from Sri Lanka ❤

[@yeahman1975]

This video is why you are one of the top 4x4 gurus. Also one of my absolut favorites. Super informative 👌

[@oldbloke204]

Got to say that this was one of the more engrossing videos on a build that I have watched. Watching people spend a motza or spruik high cost supplied gear to drag their worldly belongings around with them was starting to wear very thin. This is actually what getting out and about should be imo. I have a much newer and larger vehicle but I am keeping it as simple as possible and looking at gear that people like backpackers/bushcrafters use to keep weight and bulk down. Well done guys and thanks for the video, I enjoyed it.

[@softroadingnewzealand5210]

He’s wearing a SF 49ers hat. I am sold.

[@joellewis8320]

This is a great start point for a lot of young people. Maybe a few older ones as well. Great video.

[@r1017397]

Good video Andrew, keep stuff like this coming. I think many of you viewers, like me, are weekend warriors at best and still have to use our cars / trucks as daily drivers.

[@freakysteve140281]

Good job Edit. Good to see you keeping your son in law in check.

[@donewhiskey]

Proud to be a Patreon, Andrew. I love your family dynamics. You all obviously love one another!

[@fredbreck8172]

This is where overlanding begins - it is no matter of budget! Do it. Like!

[@TheDavidCollett]

Fine choice, I regularly see them in unexpected places :) Another option would be the Suzuki XL7, the lesser known 7-seat Grant Vitara made until around 2006. With the third row removed you have a very large boot space. A little older and thirstier than the XTrail, but gains body-on-frame construction and a low-range transfer case. Mine was my first 4wd and will always be special for that reason.

[@Jefferson-ly5qe]

How do you rate the gv overall? I'm thinking about picking one up as a first 4wd

[@mikeszwec9551]

Andrew, loved this video and excited for the next. I personally think overlanding has become glam camping. I feel it’s all about exploring in reasonable comfort. Looking forward to the next video.

[@ullie76]

Having driven an X-trail for 15 years, I can tell you its a very good car to start with. Espacialy if you're going to use it also as a daily driver. They are much more capable than most people think. But they seem to be still expensive in Australia. I sold my last one in februari 2020 for 2500€. Car was in perfect shape, building year 2005 with 140.000 km. In Europe the emission regulations make them lose all value. It was my second X-trail having a total loss with my first one in 2012 at 230.000 km. Other than servicing costs, I have never had any failure on neither one of the cars. Very reliable.

[@EdsonLopes]

Nice! Liked the back to basics video format!

[@flysoutbackadventures]

Great Video Andrew. Nice to see a budget build. And even nicer to see you passing on your knowledge to the kids. Well done

[@neilocoop]

Excellent video love seeing builds that are affordable. 👍

[@sydneyraj]

Just like work expands to fill in allocated time, I found out that space & weight fill in any 4wd. I learnt the hard way. Your video is a great gift to a lot of people.

[@MrFrankieb1]

Great video for young new comers to watch. It shows not much is needed to get out and explore.

[@wodgesad]

The Vauxhall/Opel/Holden Frontera is always overlooked. Mainly Isuzu - Cheap as chips, decent GM 2.2 diesel (I get 35 UK Mpg) seperate chassis, low box split and side opening tailgate and a wheel on the back. I bought mine in UK for £700!! 60k trouble free miles later I’m smitten

[@iansmith5601]

Great video ASPW. Really enjoyed the different approach to getting out there and feeling the freedom and adventure!

[@RERM001]

We've just got a 4x4 1998 Nissan Pathfinder. We live close to a volcano so testing its capabilities will be a great adventure. Also, on the note of the Nissan X-trail, we also had one 17 years ago brand new, 2WD. Not bad, but very bumpy.

[@holeephuk]

I bought ML 320 with 98000km last month,such a great car..

[@berndeikers8924]

hi andrew, i was one of them who suggested the low-overlander-project - and i am very happy so see it is happening on your chanel. first class - thx a lot. will be very interesting to follow. i agree complete on all points - just one i would give a thought. if you really go overlanding, you are depending not only on your vehicle, but also how much you know your vehicle, and how much skills u have to fix certain issues. so what is a better way than checking out looking for issues, and see how to bring issues to a trust giving level. shurely not to a machine rebuild level, but or example wheelbearing, brakes shockabsorbers, etc. the same is maintaining it, spares & tools to take, perhops there is a chance to see this in future. but thumbs up, welcome back to the roots

[@niki3151]

Thank you Andrew. We have watched almost all of your videos and from information you have provided we actually started our own budget overland project. Remember the 2005 Grand Cherokee you drove in SA? That turned out as our base and we love it. Thank you for your videos.