Budget Overland Build Ep1: Build Begins! Isuzu KB300 Extra Cab 4x4

Overlanding can be an expensive passion, and not everyone has the ability to fully kit out a million rand vehicle. This series is going to look at buying an affordable used vehicle, fixing it up and kitting it out with a very limited budget. We will need to prioritise things like fuel consumption, and versatility of the equipment we put on. This vehicle will not be mine, but my Uncle Andrew, who has been helping with filming over the past year, and this would be a nice way to give back to him by helping build his own overlander! So what is the vehicle? A 2009 Isuzu KB 300 Extra Cab with 4x4 and low range, This is going to be an excellent platform for him and his offroad and camping adventures ahead! Let the Budget Overlanding build begin! Im excited to see how ROAM 3.0 turns out!
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[@louwcoetzee7897]

Good luck with the new build. I also bought a vehicle from that dealership and had a similar experience. Guys try and avoid this dealership.

[@hermanagenbag4716]

Shocking to say the least. How did they get past the roadworthy with that car.. and still charge over book!

[@andydeychanye5337]

Im also shocked that they get away with this . Totally avoid them and yes good luck with the build gents

[@fatmanoverlanding]

In Australia, this vehicle is called (Isuzu) D-Max. From the outside it looks fairly straight and clean (no dings/dents and paint is in good knick), and depending on what is eventually needed to get in on the road, its a bargain (150k Rand is appox AU$13k). Fingers crossed, nothing major is wrong with it. 🤞 Looking forward to this budget build. 👍

[@UUAYWHYENEE]

Those club cabs are great. That space behind the seat is a perfect place for a fridge and battery setup. Then u dont need to worry about a fridge slide and can then make use of a full drawer system with tons of space for everything else. It's myideal setup with a ice cs opy and clamshell tent on top. Looking forward to this build.

[@RoamOverlanding]

sounds great! :) the vehicle has so many different options!

[@Malc664]

280,000 km is high. Nice clean looking panels and paint. Good luck on fixing it.

[@leeku7768]

From short shorts to skinny jeans. Digging your uncle’s look! Good luck with the build :)

[@leenderdhoutzager9389]

This is going to be a existing series, can't wait to see the build, He bought a fantastic bakkie Isuzu are great, I would also have gone for a Isuzu

[@jacquesD4D]

Happy for him. Looked like the tears was close when he got into the car at the dealer. Good thing for the channel. Now it is not only Toyota on it but Isuzu as well. Will be watching this built. Cant wait

[@RoamOverlanding]

He is so stoked! He has been excited about being able to take rubble and garden refuse to the local dump; but just wait until he can go camping for weeks at a time out of! :P

[@Fergus_Afrique]

I think this will be very interesting and a great idea👍 I’m sure the Isuzu will be perfect once it’s mechanically sorted.

[@chrisroothman2664]

Honest Koos and Mike Car sales, Yoh!

[@ODIABIKER]

Best of luck 😎🤘🏻

[@erikcele1604]

This Will be exiting story to follow!🚗

[@antonburger01]

Looking forward to this project! But I reckon the R150 000 was a bit high for that bakkie!

[@RoamOverlanding]

That’s just the market at the moment unfortunately. It was listed at 160, we offered 140 and settled on 150

[@francoisrossouw1656]

Nice to have you back Adrian, many happy miles of smiles Andy Lekka cabby excited to see the transformation!

[@lawrencevanderwesthuizen2628]

Really looking forward to seeing where this goes! Definitely more in touch with a lot people. What a useless dealership but they don't know they're actually shooting themselves in the foot because now we can all see first hand how they handled the situation. Good luck with the rest of it, looking forward to it!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Its going to be so much fun!

[@labourlawact7826]

Yes, name and shame this skelm dealership! They had better pay for that clutch replacement, as well as fix the aircon free of charge.

[@meatcaveontour9739]

Cool! Great new angle for the channel and super fun to see more of Andy. Looking forward to what’s coming 🤟🏼

[@JVJZA]

Such a relevant video and makeover coming here. Many many people do not have the budget for their build so I’m very excited for this one. Welcome back. We missed you guys.

[@RoamOverlanding]

good to be back! :) we are going to have some nice budget stuff and some nice bling stuff this year!

[@ncdsfreak9113]

wow i can not wait to see how this turns out its going to be epic

[@jacquescronje8436]

Very, very excited about this new series. Ever since I found your Jimny build I've been wanting to do the same. The struggle at the moment is to match the vehicle I want to the accessories I need within the budget I have so will be watching and taking notes.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think its going to be a great look into what is important and what isnt important to get out and have an amazing travel experience

[@mfanamanzini7330]

This is the build I have been waiting for. Love the Isuzu..

[@Jarrow13]

This is going to be an awesome project. Looking forward watching this journey.

[@familyoverlander1308]

Congratulations on the new wheels.

[@craignorris126]

Now this is right up my ally. Looking forward to this especially the mechanical love side

[@hermanvanrensburg4901]

This is going to be interesting. Hang in there Andy.

[@RoamOverlanding]

hahahah! Wait till the next episode where we find out ALL the things wrong with this little bakkie.

[@ndafarachaitezvi1139]

Great content as always.Looking forward to the build.

[@morawat100]

Pulled out below from the net: The Buyers rights when purchasing a vehicle- The Consumer Protection Act gives you the buyer the right to choose between repair, replacement or a refund if there is a problem with the car, within a 6-month period after buying the car. Even if the car was completely fine at the time of purchase, the buyer has the right to have the seller help fix whatever may be wrong with your car if it's in the 6-month window. Depending on what may be wrong with it, the buyer has the right to choose whichever options gives them the most sense of comfort. For example, if the car's engine dies suddenly a week after purchase, the buyer might not feel comfortable keeping the car out of fear something else may go wrong. The buyer has the right to get a full refund since the purchase was within six months.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Yup; we are aware of that. We still like the heart and soul of the vehicle and feel like it’s worth fixing. Most vehicles in our price range are going to have problems, and need maintenance. So we figured; we going to do it anyways, let’s just commit and move forward with the project. Worst case scenario it will be entertaining for you guys 😂

[@morawat100]

@@RoamOverlanding absolutely, love your attitude and looking forward to build 3.0. 👍

[@hermanagenbag4716]

@@RoamOverlanding surely the dealer will fix these issues and not Andy?

[@lawrenceshore1679]

I think they got this truck " As is or for parts" or something like that. I don't think it is covered in that case, i may be wrong.

[@andydeychanye5337]

It's great to see Andy again . Welcome to the Overlanding family . Ive been wanting to do my own build too but didnt think i can afford it . Now i have hope .You are a awesome Adrian for helping Andy with this project and showing us how its done . Pity that the second hand dealer Koos and Mike allowed this vehicle on a national road in that condition . ( SAD) that would Never be allowed n Canada

[@christophersaul]

Looking forward to this series. Loved seeing Andy’s enthusiasm. He looks like a pretty tough bloke (love the classic two colour Saffer shirt!)

[@4WheelingSA]

Very interesting. Looking forward to the build! Those Isuzus are very capable!

[@denzilmanuel5593]

Exactly what I'm looking to do, looking forward to following this build series.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Awesome! Well then make sure your subscribed and enjoy the series!

[@burgest6351]

Hey Adrian! Just want to drop this comment and say thank you for being the main reason I bought a JB74 Jimny. I went on the very same 4x4 course you guys went on a couple years ago at De Wildt today and I must say, even in stock standard condition these little cars are incredibly capable. I know this may not really be relevant since the Jimny has been off the channel for a while... But yeah, I just wanted to say thank you for giving me that final push to get into a new lifestyle. I hope to run into you some time soon! lol

[@oscarr.torresg.]

Mucha suerte en tu nuevo proyecto.

[@markusdippenaar331]

Add to to do list learning to drive an manual vehicle without clutch

[@RoamOverlanding]

I learnt that after I got towed, so check that box 👌🏻

[@hikingwithtimlundy1075]

If this happened the day it was bought why not just take is back to the place that sold it to you? To have a clutch pop as you drive it away and have an engine light on I would have taken it back and told them to fix it! If they refuse then is piss poor service from their side. Unless it was agreed you drive it off the showroom floor then it’s your problem and no grace period.

[@RoamOverlanding]

We knew it needed some work. So the lights on the dash we were fine with. However when we drove the vehicle it drove well. In the next episode you will actually see what failed. It wasnt actually the clutch; and as the story develops youll see all the little things. The dealers attitude was piss poor when we got in touch with them to sort some thing out; but we also bought it knowing it needed work and that it would be a fun transformation.

[@labourlawact7826]

Isn't the seller supposed to replace the clutch? It went out barely a few minutes from them 😨 And you didn't test drive the vehicle beforehand, and tested the ac? Eish. Nice bakkie. The KB 300 were quite good. 😊

[@RoamOverlanding]

The story will develop through the episodes :P

[@labourlawact7826]

@@RoamOverlanding ☺👍

[@lemplesowdee5568]

And this is gonna be epic. Perfectly within the majority of SA wannabe overlanding builders

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think so too!

[@hermanagenbag4716]

So how on earth did this car pass the dealer roadworthy with all these issues? What happened to Pre delivery inspection? To be honest, I would just have the car delivered back at Koos & Mike Motors and get money back

[@RoamOverlanding]

its not great but we have some cool plans. its not going to help us back

[@pauljansen6650]

I have to agree with you, yes this is for a build but I guarantee they would have sold it just like this to someone that needed a working bakkie

[@hoodyr6799]

Keep it up guys, Keen to follow the progres,&see tge end result. Congrats Andy.

[@MrTreegeek1978]

Man that’s a lot of money for an old shed of a truck! Looks cool enough though. It’ll be an interesting watch.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Right now a new version of the same vehicle is 4x the price so it’s quite crazy how the prices of vehicles are right now in SA

[@MrTreegeek1978]

I bought a new hilux in the uk last year for £27,000. I’ve put 20k miles on it and could sell it tomorrow for £30,000. Seems to be crazy everywhere at the moment.

[@justkidding-toys1905]

Sir you roam all around the South Africa, I have one suggestion for you, you can drop moist seeds where you trevel, It will not be 100 % , but 1% trees will definitely grow, and you can do an effort for saving environment with your roam

[@keanur6112]

2nd hand bakkie prices are out of control. New ones are even more insane.Not that long ago you could buy a 2.4gd dcab toyota for r400k new. Petrol versions was like r350k. This was early 2017. The 4x4 2.8gd6 fortuner a friend bought in 2018 was r540k. Now they are going for r850k. Insane. Another friend in australia bought himself a new prado for cheaper than our fortuners by r100k ..now thats just crazy. I have a strong feeling that crossover SUVs will dominate within the next 10years and bakkies will decline due to their insane pricing. Look at the new toyota suv they launched for r350k. Manufacturers will be looking to invest more into them and doing hybrids. This will make sedans disappear and bakkies become more a enthusiast/work car like the land cruiser. Way less demand for a bakkie. Interesting times ahead. What is your thoughts on that adrian?

[@RoamOverlanding]

I agree completely. Yet the market for bakkies in SA is just insane. Thats why the prices are high because the demand is so high. My uncles isuzu can only be insured for 109K yet we paid 150... It shows you that that impact effects us all the way down to even the cheaper bakkies are 50% overpriced. Its crazy!

[@keanur6112]

Its definitely a sellers market now. Look at these prices below. This is what you can pay right now in australia. 2022 Toyota Fortuner GX: R520k 2022 Toyota Fortuner GXL: R580k 2022 Toyota Fortuner Crusade: R680k (this is top of range model) You can buy a top of the range fortuner for r200k less in aus than ours.(r850k) Now check this.. A top of the range prado is r300k cheaper in aus. It costs r820k vs ours that is r1.150mil. You can buy a lower spec prado for r650k over there..insane. And they import their cars they dont get built there.

[@ZARRugby]

Obviously don’t buy from Koos Mike Motors. Best of luck

[@RoamOverlanding]

Its hilarious because before we left they asked us to go onto hellopeter and leave them a review :P

[@labourlawact7826]

@@RoamOverlanding On HelloPeter nogal.

[@danielmarais9106]

@@RoamOverlanding Think you bought a lemon. At that time when you bought the Isuzu my brother's extened cab Hilux was standing there for sale for R200 000. It would have been a much better buy even with 500 000km on the clock. You wouldn't have had as many issues with it.

[@deriusnorris4463]

Absolutely awesome. How is the build going?

[@RoamOverlanding]

It’s a bit tough! Check the new episode out today when it releases

[@bigups43]

Just a heads up: Ive been subscribed for years, and I have not seen your new videos popping up in my feed.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Good to know! I can see youtube hasnt been loving me recently

[@ianabrahamson785]

Doesnt the second hand vehicle come with some sort of limited warranty for 30 days or so.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Theoretically yes. In South africa you have 7 days to either return the vehicle or the dealership would need to fix it. We loved the character of the vehicle and the dealer was not interested in helping so we decided to fix it ourselves and keep the vehicle.

[@catchawakeup6411]

@@RoamOverlanding Please name and shame this car dealership!!

[@RoamOverlanding]

​ @Coenraad Lourens I think people can see on their own where we got it and as the story progressing you will see the dealerships response. We arent happy with how they dealt with it, but we also dont want to wait around for them to get their head out their arses before we begin.

[@labourlawact7826]

@@RoamOverlanding Yeah, I agree with you, and understand better now. These people will still learn as with ASPW it's way better to be on a good footing with your suppliers and also sponsors. On the other hand, has anyone ever experienced an honest used car dealer? Personally I've always bought private and being a tech myself helps tremendously. Dealerships and used car dealers are best avoided at all costs. 😊 Enjoy the build, and sorting out the gremlins. Don't be afraid to ask, I've personally rebuilt a couple of those motors. Have the injectors tested, if they don't spray correctly, and on one spot, it can actually burn a hole in a piston. Cheers😊👍☺

[@Riaan3108]

This calls for a refund from the dealership.

[@stevenwilliams1497]

Shux buyer beware🙈

[@RoamOverlanding]

hahah! Sometimes you get unlucky, sometimes you get lucky. It feels like the heart and soul of the Isuzu is really good; it just need some love.

[@christovanzyl1768]

@@RoamOverlanding love cost money though

[@labourlawact7826]

@@christovanzyl1768 I feel so bad that they didn't take a mechanic with them😠 I'm a diesel technician, and worked in the trade for years. Would've gladly helped Adrian to look it over. 280k km's is quite a lot. Especially on a second hand vehicle without a proper history.

[@zekemurphy]

Urm two things, maybe I missed something.... Andy is nowhere near retirement age?? And surely any half reputable stealer would sort the clutch if you only just left the showroom?? Tow rope that is not a tow rope and made it safely....? Does not make sense...

[@RoamOverlanding]

Andy has taken early retirement after SAA the company he worked at for 30 years let go most of their staff. The dealer had already replaced the clutch (as we later found out in the next episode) and yes we used a ratchet strap to tow the vehicle to the workshop. Not sure what doesn’t make sense; we are not here to try and pull wool over your eyes 😂