Is the Patrol Y61/GU actually any good or just a let down? ReDriven Nissan Patrol (1997-2016) review

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We've had countless requests for a review on the Nissan Patrol (GU), so here it is!
Specifically, we got our hands on a 2005 Nissan Patrol ST GU Series 4, it has a bunch of mods but is also indicative of many of the Patrols you're likely to come across.
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00:00 - Intro
00:59​​ - What is it?
02:46​ - Does it look good?
​​04:36 - How's the interior?
07:25​​ - How's the tech?
08:10​​ - Is it practical?
09:35​​ - What goes wrong?
10:42​​ - Is it safe?
11:16​​ - What's it like to drive?
15:08​​ - How much does it cost?
15:46​ - Running costs?
16:27​​ - Should you buy it?
#nissan
#patrol
#offroad
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[@dadovitchnic]

Bit late but I was only introduced to this channel recently. I have owned a 2004 patrol with the 3 liter engine for over 10 years now, awesome car, loved mostly every minute. There are cup holders in the back seat you just have to fold down the back armrest. The only bad point about the car is the front cup-holders. I think you could fit two of those really thin energy drink cans in them but not much else. I have an aftermarket one that fits in beautifully.

[@SHENRAR]

I have 3d printed a unit that goes over the factory shitty cupholders and gives you better cupholders (you can find it in thingiverse). It is not perfect but its a thousand times better than without it. I will probably end up designing something specifically for my needs (my water bottle is a 1 liter one, so it doesnt fit even in the new ones)

[@ukraine_tbic]

I have the 02 GU 3.0 and I run cas evac in Donbas Ukraine. This is a rough tractor and very hard on my body on normal roads, in the mod and bump and I need power and speed, and torque( a lot of towing in the mud) it’s the best! My 06 3.2 Pajaro got blown up in August, it was so comfortable and with the off road tires it was almost as good. This patrol was donated to me, the American actually gave me a choice of model. Looking back, I’d have another Pajaro! Just for comfort and convenience inside the cab.

[@pollock9231]

Lost me when he said the petrol engines are shit 🤣🤦🏼‍♂️

[@snipenlikeaboss]

Keep the mighty tb on the down low please mate, not everyone needs to know about that....

[@robertsomerville5377]

If you don't mind the fuel bill , 4.8 turbo are ridiculously powerful.

[@Agent.K.]

@@robertsomerville5377 Yeah it loves boost.

[@mjwise]

Even though he was right.

[@tcmx712]

@@mjwise tb48 was the only good motor the patrol ever had!!!

[@Blueythebear9]

My one is basically the same as this but a few years newer and the back seat has cup holders in the middle with the arm rests. Have owned mine for 4 years and still love it. Far from stock and owes me alot of money but been reliable as and staying with me for a long time yet.

[@michaelnorwood3037]

A good review, thanks for that. I have a 2008 CRD 3.0L auto that I bought in 2011 as an ex NSW Police vehicle at 62,000 km. It’s a DX hence only a 5 seater and has vinyl floor and not carpet which suits me fine. It now has 163,500 km and has towed our camper on long trips to the Oz outback. It’s a great car on the open road and outback but a bit of a beast to maneuver around supermarket car parks. I service it myself apart from the auto transmission that I outsource to a specialist garage. It came with plastic roo bar, winch, driving lights, second battery and tow bar already fitted for the NSW Police (they did remove the blues and twos and the police decals though). I have fitted a Safari snorkel, rear suspension airbags and an extra front tow point but nothing more. My wife is happy driving it and towing the trailer on outback trips. There is a lot of bad press about the early ZD30 engine until Nissan upped the oil sump capacity to 8.2L around 2004. A number have grenaded or blown up due to lack of oil. The 3L engine is OK but a bit more power from a bigger engine would not go amiss and I do really like the auto transmission even though it is only a 4 speed. Being auto lowers the GVM to 3020kg and towing to 2500kg compared to the 5 speed manual 3500kg and 3000kg correspondingly but I manage. Previously I owned a 1996 2.8L TD GQ Y60 manual Patrol which was stolen from the driveway in 2011. Only 175,000 km on the clock and never seen again I guess it went for parts seeing as the running gear is the same as on the Y61 GU Patrols. The 2.8 turbo diesel was a gutless engine compared to the ZD30 common rail. Even so it was comfortable to drive in the outback. Very happy with my patrols but I will not be buying the latest Y62 V8 petrol since I am not prepared to carry extra petrol in jerry cans for outback travel. I have always carried extra diesel in jerry cans on the camper trailer. I hope my comments are helpful to any prospective Patrol buyers.

[@ReDriven]

Mate, thank you so so much for the time you took here!

[@UPAKHOSALA]

Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us

[@YeahMate07]

Never late in a 4.8

[@thommo6331]

Love my 4.8

[@jimdavis762]

Love my 5.6 V8

[@erikmason3470]

Never late to a servo haha but the TB48 are beasts but I am a diesel bloke why I went with a Cummins ISB 👍

[@YeahMate07]

@@erikmason3470 the difference in fuel usage vs a cummins conversion wouldnt add up for 99.9 percent of people

[@nicholasturner5159]

@@YeahMate07 difference in fuel consumption....what about the cost of the cummins engine little own the conversion cost aswell

[@antruok4950]

Excellent review - Bloopers are a bonus 🙏😃👍

[@wesammansour1486]

I think it looks Amazing! Love it!

[@rodgerwilcoe9719]

Well that was an honest down to earth review if ever I saw one. Thanks mate.

[@ReDriven]

Cheers Rodger! - AK

[@adamdennis7016]

I’ve paid $40,000 for 06 Gu 4.2 St cab chas with 63,000 kms on clock owned by old fella. I’ve got 286,162 kms on her now tow my big boat with it never gets hot still standard with 3inch exhaust. No mechanical issues change oils etc every 5000 kms, only thing it got recalled for passenger side airbag. It’s the best 4wds I’ve owned. 👍👍💪💪

[@ordenadoysimple2392]

I've heard some reports of the 3.0 td is trouble ? Where I live that's the most common engine . Should I stay away ?

[@xXghtningCubeXx]

@@ordenadoysimple2392 the ZD 3.0L are notorious for blowing up, pre 2007. After that, they converted to a Common rail injection system, and they go very well, as long as they’ve been looked after, and haven’t been pumped full of stupid boost. Heard that post 2007 the ZDs are decent engines.

[@harrywalker968]

wait till you get a 4.2tdi , s/duty.. piss on nissan toyota..

[@Lefkad1]

Love your videos! In your cheat sheet for the Patrol you've forgotten the 4.8 Petrol.

[@ReDriven]

Cheers mate, we'll sort that out. - AK

[@rikipratomo]

The manual patrol is so cool , definitely one of my dream car

[@kallekas8551]

Love your channel!

[@ReDriven]

Thanks!

[@magnusthemong]

Good review and nice turtle!

[@ReDriven]

Cheers mate! - AK

[@kaigaming2759]

I got a 1999 GU 4.5L patrol and it had never let me down. 35s and a 6" lift, thing just monsters anything with zero issue.

[@bmon191]

Oh and I've got bull bar and big lights and front light bar... on my nissan, never over heats

[@kratos1011000]

Love it mate, childhood dream car

[@Dub105]

They’re still selling in GCC 2021/22. We have only one option of engine 4.8 petrol v6. Trim, three options standard, mid, and super Safari. 5 doors LWB and 3 doors SWB. They’re very popular among people and govs. We still see patrol of 1990s on streets.

[@TheStigHCE09]

No V6s in these, all inlines.

[@damilolaakanni]

Nissan has a new 3.8 V6 (yes, V6) that was introduced in the US Frontier for 2020 along with a nine speed automatic transmission. If they continue to make these patrols, that powertrain might end up in it.

[@brianmaclennan561]

Whats GCC?

[@petere8175]

My work uses this car to get on the beach to supply the restaurant. This is a awesome car!!

[@wadehalse2373]

Could be wrong but the back seats do have pull down cup holder arm rest in the center. Good video thanks for the info

[@bmon191]

I have y61 gu 2007 common rail 3lt and I just hit 350,000kms and still drives like new.. and yes oil catch can. And 3, pipe that's all you need to do for the nissan..

[@EatSleepShift]

What pipe?

[@bmon191]

@@EatSleepShift Exhaust pipe

[@trackmancaterpillar1411]

I bought a new 4.2L Turbo Diesel Patrol in 2006, drove from Brisbane to Perth in 3 days ( 2 drivers ) it was a comfortable car to drive, towing a trailer. i still have it and has just passed 100,000 kilometres this year. The back seats were comfortable to sleep on, i left them in the seating position... i Love it...

[@jameshorsburgh5465]

Yeah still got a STL 2006 4.2. Mines got 172K on it. It hasn't missed a beat.

[@boostedrex19]

Every time I see one of these I sort of wish I had one and start daydreaming of the adventures that could be had. But as you said, not sure if I could own one as my only daily driver and can’t quite justify the purchase as a weekend warrior ATM. Nice to dream though. Great job again. 👍🏻

[@ReDriven]

Cheers Darren, wrapped you liked it!

[@beaufighter245]

As a daily driver it's not so bad. I drive a 2005 y61 zd30 in the UK. Crowded roads, ok need a little extra parking room, but overall whether motorway, town or country road it is no drama. Load space is great and high driving position is an advantage. Unfortunately, the nearest we have to off roading is negotiating the millions of pot holes in England. However, given the chance to explore the outback, I wouldn't want to do this in any other car. Buy one, you won't regret it.

[@bubbleobill2654]

Great review... as a GU owner myself, my unbiased opinion is that deep down we all wish we had a Toyota! Haha... it’s pretty cute that you think the UN would be saving children.

[@squidnips3656]

My zd30 2001 GU was bought at 300,000kms. Now she’s on 430,000 kms and still has plenty of life left in her. I’ve only done a 2” lift, running 31.5 AT, snorkel and catch can, mainly touring vehicle. Just did 950kms out of the full tank and sub tank over the weekend. She’s never missed a beat apart from the time the old battery died on me.

[@shemmac4700]

Good to hear. Always loved these GU’s

[@squidnips3656]

@@shemmac4700 456,xxx now, still crawling along :D gotta love it

[@hooliganracing1629]

​@@squidnips3656 is that still the stock direct injection zd30? What engine oil do u use?😮

[@squidnips3656]

@@hooliganracing1629 yes mate stock as a rock, I use penrite 10w40, the car is still alive and well but is now heaving a small oil leak, 462,000 and countin

[@harrywalker968]

any mineral oil with at least ci4, heavy duty truck oil.. &, if you use synthetic crap, change it every 5000k, if not sooner, . its rubbish..15/40. shell. if, you can get it, white container.. wander if he,s cat has any cat left in it, or the egr, has been cleaned or replaced.. @@hooliganracing1629

[@johnb2696]

I've had my 2003 ZD30 since new and apart from a new clutch never had a problem. Only 186k on the clock, everything works perfect, and car looks like new inside and out (because I've looked after it). Recommend regular services every 5000k, or 6months though. Don't skimp on them.

[@anubisanubis9859]

I bought one in middle 90's from KFOR army. Still running strong..560k on clock.

[@patrolfreak1]

I think your mistaken when you say people rip the petrols out for conversions. It’s the RD28 and ZD30 that are ripped out and have petrols v8s put in these days. Go back 5+ years ago people would do a td42 conversion, those days are gone.

[@Saphire0437]

Yeah I thought his comments on the petrols were whack. TD42 turbo is the only diesel in patrol's range thats more desirable.

[@JoseMartinez-kg7ld]

You really deserve mor exposure man, great review

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much Jose, hopefully in time the channel builds.

[@shaneolivier1650]

I'm looking forward in buying a 2001 Nissan patrol 4.2 turbo diesel,I'm excited

[@bosalire5193]

Bought a y61 gu 2001 diesel (used) here in the Philippines afew years ago, so far no major issues. Installed bullbar with big round lights and catch can. Love my daily driver😉😊

[@tm-yh8lf]

How much did you pay for it? I'm looking to buy one aswell

[@clintonoh3108]

I love Landies and Patrols, objectively no reason to buy anything else for overlanding/touring in Aus unless budget is an issue. Absolute beasts

[@clintonoh3108]

Also, you guys definitely should do a head to head style video comparing the two, even if it lasts like 30 mins. You guys are interesting enough to keep my attention for that long!

[@harrywalker968]

landi,s too small. ect..

[@colinlittle586]

i have a GU td42 2000 and its at 406k running like a beast still. I do love the older cruisers. I am not a fan of the new cruisers or patrols.....if nissan would just bring back a big diesel 6 instead of a petrol drinker i would look at a new one. until they wake up i wont touch either and i will still stick with my GU.

[@gregreed402]

The main problem with these is the roof gutter ,where the roof racks connect . The mastic cracks and let’s water in .

[@ranjithpowell6791]

Y61 is the greatest 4WD ever created. I am sure God drives one on weekends.

[@joeleddy3877]

Nah i reckon he’s got a 79 series 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@4x4ozventures10]

I recently got 02 ZD30 DI …. 448 still going strong

[@kymharris269]

I have a 2004 4.2TDi. It is the best 4x4 ever. Even as a female, I can drive it in the sand, rarely gets bogged (ie never). We have pulled out plenty of bogged Landcruisers! Easier to reverse parallel park than my Toyota Aurion. Goes better now we’ve spent some coin doing serious maintenance like fuel pump, injectors, new turbo (last one seized). Took us around Australia towing a 3500kg off road caravan. We will never sell it.

[@dashcam55]

I love my 2008 Y61 that I bought 8 months ago, went to QLD to buy a caravan and on the way home couldn't stop it overheating up hills, it has huge new radiator, tranny oil cooler fan, new water pump fitted and new fluid in the viscous fan but it still overheats! Everyone has different reasons and fixes, I'm at my wits end!

[@ironhorse7601]

Is it an uprated flow Waterpump? I believe a higher flow waterpump is a good conversion.

[@phsycho1693]

Pressure check cooling system, sounds like a cracked head

[@harrywalker968]

cracked head,, bubbles in rad, or milkshake in oil,,no need for pressure test.. or it gets water, condensation out the exhaust constant.. easy to check.. or,, the block, is blocked.. flush it..@@phsycho1693

[@kingmarz3635]

The TB48 is the best engine that ever came out in Patrol/Safari it has twice the power of the crappy TD42.

[@ReDriven]

Them's fighting words mate! Be prepared for the Toyota fans backlash! Best of luck. - AK

[@tcmx712]

Tb48 is even better!!!!

[@michaelhermans4753]

Tb45 is grossly underrated 380000 ks and still going strong Uses 20l/100 with the ks I do it’s an extra $5 / week or $250 / year over the diesel The extra power is worth it

[@shayneno999]

4.8*

[@kingmarz3635]

@@shayneno999 Yeah you’re correct! I think it was just a typo.

[@samyeomans6710]

I just want to make it clear. These are the best cars. Not kidding. I have one and it’s only blown up twice. The first time because it had 400,000kms as a zd30, 2nd time because I had 70psi of boost on the sand dunes. And now it’s a Barra, fairly stock ba motor. Makes 250hp which in a patrol isn’t a lot but it makes plenty of torque for a petrol. And for 4wding, they’re good

[@Paul-md8ms]

lol "it,s only blown up twice "

[@samyeomans6710]

@@Paul-md8ms yeah. It did 450,000kms in those times. First motor lasted almost 400,000 and the second made just over 50,000. Blew up 3 months after 72psi

[@jeffsama7601]

I needed this

[@ReDriven]

Awesome to hear mate

[@dawidxcom6233]

do not buy it haha after first patrol you will know you want to have few of them. long short y61 y60 etc. xD

[@jimdavis762]

I sold my y61 and bought y 62 . The y 61 was a bucket of bolts with that 3litre engine

[@samartz]

So the zd30 id a good motor?

[@TheStigHCE09]

The straight six petrols were the best engines the GU ever had, aside from the massive fuel bill of course. But considering you can buy a TB45 or TB48 for so much less than a TD42 turbo, it buys a shitload of fuel.

[@CJFranciss]

Not anymore. Tb48s fetching a lot of coin these days

[@naeemkarbelkar7898]

My 4,5 straight 6 has been good to me 295k so far and only replaced the fuel pumps from both tanks.

[@MarkWright1963]

Totally agree

[@kamalnadan6114]

I agree mate

[@richardburns5925]

Have you got the big square one with round lamps, like a 1994, 4.2 diesel in silver, I want to rev that diesel up and listen to it all day, it's such a fantastic engine, oozing power n torque.....in fact listening to one on tickover then revving it is the ultimate soundtrack.......

[@williamharris7992]

Beautiful machine

[@ubernoob103]

Any chance you lads can do an old pathfinder? Like the R50 generation with the VG33. Quirky little things.

[@cliffbooth7075]

I didnt watch any of the video but are you serious asking that question in the title of your video? You might be new to the world of 4wds but GU’s are very sought after in the used market & reasonably affordable. I’m a Toyota man but the Patrol would be a smart purchase for a used 4wd. They’re excellent as a blank canvas & there’s a ton of aftermarket bolt ons available. If you want a capable 4wd it’s hard to look past. The 3.0L might be lacking a bit of excitement but it’s a heavy 4wd wagon. You don’t buy them to break land speed records. I thought that was obvious enough.

[@rileyblundell7544]

when he said all the patrol petroleum engines are shit 🤬🤬😡😡 tb48 vs 1fz 1fz-Left the chat

[@lalithpeiris6928]

My loving vehicle. Amazing

[@frankz5864]

Nothing will touch a gq or gu off road. Bulletproof diffs and axles and flex like crazy if coils al round. Toyota always made the better engines though.

[@corty79]

I had a pair of GU iii Patrols, an ST coil cab and a 4.2 TD wagon. Only issue I had was the wagon lost 5th gear ( a common issue with that gearbox) . I fitted a gear master overdrive kit, a great modification, especially for long distance travel. The ZD30 engines in the GU4 weren't bad when new, but expect the head to crack and need replacement around the 300,000 km mark. Another issue is the VP44 injector pump, when it fails, a reconditioned pump will be around $3500, plus fitting.

[@patroln48]

So far so good with mine! Only had it for two years. (2012 GU Y61 only 122,000kms). Love the space and it's a very comfortable ride. The less tech the better for an off-road vehicles (less issues to worry about in the middle of nowhere). Form follows function, and this vehicle has very practical features for four-wheel driving. In comparison I sat in a jeep for ten minutes, and as flashy as all the new tech was, it seemed so plastic, cosmetic and unnecessary for an off-road vehicle - maybe I just like the old school stuff better. The Patrol feels solid in comparison. There is only one thing that is puzzling me - if early zd30 common rail engines are so poor and prone to blowing up, how could any be still available and operational? There were issues with Nissan oil level recommendations in the past, which most likely contributed to this engine failure. Even later models should fill up around 8.5 to 8.7ltr, which is more than the 8.2ltr recommendation. Enjoyed the vid, as many valid points 👍

[@timbates4wdadventures]

For something as simple as knowing where to put cups in the rear seats, says to me you haven't explored the mighty GU for what it has on offer. Cup holders in the rear seat arm rests...

[@pooshoe100]

Hey Batesy! You champion.

[@JorryGT]

I thought that's a safety feature not to have cup holders with liquids flying around while off-roading lol you drink when you've stopped 😂

[@ben7020]

The 4.8 petrol with 5 speed auto totally change living with them in the suburbs. Ive had 4 patrols, TB42s, TB42e, TB45e, TB48.

[@gerhardstrydom5249]

Here in the middle-east there are thousands of petrol (4.8s) Patrol Safaris...many guys put in racing cams for extra go in the desert! (no diesels in the UAE)

[@mattwatmore3994]

yo ive driven a 95 4.2 efi and it was an absolute weapon. decent on petty awell!

[@MarkWright1963]

The second best 4x4 after the 100 series land cruiser without question I also love the Y60 and the Land Cruiser 80

[@Mambey]

Smooth power, probably has a bigger intercooler, ARE bonnet scoop , plus....

[@jaredscoots11]

I almost bought this patrol when it was for sale recognised it from the rear fridge setup good rig 👍🏼

[@ReDriven]

Awesome Jared!

[@outlawdingo3020]

my td42 gu Just maintenance things like full servicing every 5000km, brakes, wheel bearings hubs and seals, rear main seal, thermostats, 33” a/t tires, starter motors batteries and alternators. Major problems I’ve had 5th gear shaft broke around 320,000km leaving me $1500 out of pocket for a new gearbox-new gearbox was gq/gu hybrid model for a gu (beefier gears and shafts from gq in gu housing) Injector pump went around 280,000km and with new injectors it set me back arms and legs at a diesel specialist. Next issue is replacing the suspension (preventative maintenance) I’ve been around Australia in my ute a few times and it’s been off road on the tracks, beaches you name it 2001 td42 dx gu ute almost 500,000km on the clock

[@mylesmooney7505]

Used them with the Irish ☘️ army with the Un 🇺🇳 in Africa they are savage bit of kit …! & I am a Land Rover guy ! Comfy plenty of power … perfect towing bus ..

[@brycem0]

Back seat, there is two armrests. At the front of the armrests are stubie / can holders.

[@apoorvonkar1202]

Awesome video. Can you please upload it's cheat sheet? Thanks

[@ReDriven]

Should be on the website mate. Head to redriven.com

[@DanCabban]

Someone had no idea how good the TB48 is

[@2_buckley_4_U]

Yeah I have one and it drinks my main and sub tank in only 400 km 😂. Worth the petty bill

[@kamalnadan6114]

Awsome review mate. I would choose a patrol over anything. Reliable and comfortable. Iam saving some bucks for a TB 48

[@anthonyryman6644]

Looking to buy? Zd30 Injector pumps start to fail around 200,000 and are a prick to find / replace and will cost $$$$, If it’s hasn’t been done by previous owner expect to do it yourself. Check NADS or at least a catch can has been done. Pre common rail (DI) version were fairly much sorted by 2004, early common rails had their own sets of issues too. Check your glow plugs have been done (should be done at 100,000km I believe), original ceramic head ones can fail and when they do parts can journey into the piston and cause complete failure.

[@alienbats]

Can you please do a review of the used Y62 with 5.6L v8 petrol version?

[@kevinantojoji5640]

the answer to your question is YES!!! But not in Australia. But in UAE because is patrol y61 is still being produced for the Middle East since that legendary off-roader is extremely famous in the UAE

[@lukemitchell3353]

I have a GU 99, it's has done, 1 million and 80 thousands kms. And is still going strong!! It's a ute... having over heating, I have replaced radiator, water pump.. any ideas?

[@mohammedalsharifi9986]

Tb48 Middle East will vouch for it

[@hndyfp1855]

favourite car beside hdj 80

[@alandelbridge5979]

I drove around australia twice in a 2.8 l8tr turbo 2 oil changes never missed a beat

[@bazza2540]

its not a telegram mate no need to double space

[@user-vw7bx9ll8n]

@@bazza2540 lol

[@KaosHitman]

I live in Romania, I started with a Suzuki Samurai from 1988 as my off-road car. I managed to travel with it a lot and do light to medium off-road. After 5 years I wanted a modern car with AC, big, safe and reliable for long roads and overlanding. The european Y61 GU4 was my choice. What can I say? The zd30 engine is something of luck ( the non CRDI one) and the chassis is a complete joke. I have seen over 50 patrol's and all of them had a lot of rust on their chassis. For a car that is this big I am disappointed concerning the interior space: VW Sharan has more space and it is a smaller vehicle overall. Concerning safety: I don't care about simulation: I rolled over 3 times at 90Km/h with a GU4 and survived with just a few scratches: no roll cage or something, almost stock Patrol. My conclusion is that the Patrol is over hyped: it has bad and slow engine ( at least in Europe) and plenty of rust on the chassis for its age plus a lot of minor engineering decisions that seems to have no logic (when you open the back doors from the passenger, you can see how mud stays between the door and the overfender: unacceptable).

[@andreifcd8871]

I also live in Romania, i started with a suzuki vitara 2.0 16v from 1998 and now i got a nissan patrol y60 with bmw m57 engine. I do recomand you a swap with a om606 or m57 engine and you will fall in love again with your car

[@KaosHitman]

​@@andreifcd8871 yeah....depeding where you live in Romania, that BMW swap engine can be barely legal or ilegal, depending on who you know at the inspection. I do not need headache. I am happy with my stock CRDI Patrol engine. It's no race car but it does the job.

[@basiizroda]

@@KaosHitman I'm from Bulgaria and had a Y61 2.8 3dr shorty - loved it to death. Mine was imported from Italy and had zero rust issues. I sold it because I've married and have a kid, so I needed a vehicle with more doors and space. You can't get anything with better driveline than the GU patrol - axles are thickkk. I'm on a 2007 Ford F150 now, but thinking of selling it and getting a Y61 5dr. Too bad prices have gone through the roof lately. I really miss the old bucket.

[@blueunicorn6118]

I haven't had to upgrade from my '69 G60 yet!

[@ShannonHartnett-117]

Ater watching this and other vids on the patrols I opted for a 2005 100 series landcruiser 4.7L V8

[@SlitWalk]

This is awesome! ahah

[@ReDriven]

Cheers Richard!

[@caecae2726]

Best looking patrol!

[@whynot0969]

What do you consider an early td30 please, as I m just looking for one 🙏

[@MrNep2une]

Jim talks about putting a catch can with basically everything. So for all diesels its important to put a catch can?

[@michaelevangelista6781]

Can you do either a 100 series or 200 series Land Cruiser? Stumbled on your page, instant fan

[@ReDriven]

Cheers Michael. Awesome request and yep, we're trying to lock both in at the moment. Stay tuned and hopefully the reviews will be shot and published soon.

[@harrywalker968]

why.??..its toyota.. 200 are garbage.. 100 with solid diffs, better.. you dont 4x4 do you..last ''decent'',, toyota to buy, was the 80,, all sht before & after.. ford driver,,cos they work..

[@BarefeetB]

Even the older Gq is still a fantastic wagon , not as comfortable But just as capable

[@owenbigdinthelee9752]

More capable

[@Fate_KW]

i've similar car but the 2004, not ST or DI engine but the 4800 VTC this engine was introduced in the arabian gulf countries, not sure if there are some in australia or russia but i've a problem, my subtank isn't working i bought a brand new subtank fuel pump and still getting subtank on dashboard and subtank button doesnt work... any tips ?

[@OTPpride]

Mine had that bubbly front dash. The whole interior plastics were failing. Just sold it. Miss it muchly.

[@amostade5830]

My favorite Truck 😍

[@Paul-md8ms]

i worked at nissan for 12 years the GU 3.0 taught me how to do warranties very quickly due to high frequency of no3 cylinder damage, cylinder head cracking, turbo failure and fuel pump failures , each one of these repairs was extremely common generally at 80,000 k to 120,000 k

[@maxdejoanelli2664]

What about after 200k ?

[@brianmaclennan561]

Di or crd's?

[@AndrewR10001]

TD42's way to go. Built like a tank!

[@abdullahalfouzan1520]

In the gcc we get leather seats rear cup holder CarPlay and much more

[@user-vw7bx9ll8n]

i have a GXL Prado but i love the Patrols. it was a toss up.

[@syedjafri2693]

nissan patrol safari Y61 2022 model still available for sale in UAE and middle east countries

[@douglasjohn3544]

Nothing wrong with the petrol engines they are strong and reliable the 4.5 is easy to maintain the older 4.2 are still good the 4.8 has got heaps of go they may use more fuel I have a 4.5 gu get 20 or under per hundred nearly 400000 kays on the clock I've owned it for about 11 years only changed the exhaust starter motor and alternator and radiator and does get used had four toyota s they were all petrol and they were reliable they use a bit more fuel but cheaper to maintain

[@crab7724]

4.5 here 470 k on the clock… still going strong

[@christianborwick2170]

4.5 with 380,000km on the click and runs like a dream. About 20l per 100.

[@michaelhermans4753]

4.5 here 370000 k’s smokes a bit but plenty of towing grunt

[@douglasjohn3544]

@@michaelhermans4753 might just need new valve stem seals then she may not blow any smoke but they are a great engine a lot still getting around

[@michaelhermans4753]

@@douglasjohn3544 thanks for that I will look into it

[@Frog13799]

Don't know about petrol being shite, my 96 TB42 carbie still runs like new, you eventually overcome the tsunami like fuel consumption, although after a tune and pertronix its not much difference from 3.0 v6 hardbody

[@alexfrankl7861]

Now they do a 4J conversion , its win win .

[@Remgrantd]

I had 2 td4.2s both stock expected for a 3” exhaust never had ether over heat if you turn the fuel up then seam to get hot

[@WOLFG4MIN]

Hey mate, i’m looking at GU patrols pre 2005 preferably between the years 2000-2005 when you say don’t buy the early years zd30 3.0 litres how early do you mean?

[@Blueythebear9]

I wouldn't touch a pre 07 tbh

[@billwienands7298]

@@Blueythebear9 l have a 01 had it 6years got it with 248k and now has 335k only done injectors and injector pump

[@shanehall7767]

You should of given us results of the diesel and petrol engines as these patrols are so popular

[@keilfestin4606]

TD42 and 2.8 best one with cooling mods

[@wyattfamily8997]

I had a 2.8 with LPG fitted to it, huge difference.

[@BomaiKerenga-yr3lw]

It's a workhorse. I love it.

[@callumfreebairn8082]

i love it

[@tenpercentfordabigguy8550]

I have a 2000 model zd30 with 361000 klm on the clock. Still waiting for it to blow up.

[@ozymandias7940]

The GU Y61 is coming back, for all those Patrol fans out there. Saw a video on YT, Nissan has just released the 2024 GU Patrol in Japan. It looks absolutely identical to the last GU that came off the production line in 2017. Nissan has decided to revisit the same classic look of the exterior/interior, but under the bonnet, gone is the 3.0ltr diesel. They are only available with the 4.8ltr diesel. No word if or when they may be released outside of Japan, but put me down for one!

[@KadekkSedana]

What’s the video called?

[@ozymandias7940]

@@KadekkSedana kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6qpYaiwpt6Lj8k&feature=share

[@ozymandias7940]

@@KadekkSedana 2 different versions of the Safari...

[@77R_]

@@ozymandias7940This is incorrect as the location this video was shot in was in the UAE, where the GU patrol is still sold as the super safari…

[@77R_]

@@ozymandias7940the gu patrol is not sold anywhere else as far as I know

[@pavilionkodi99]

We still have the Nissan patrol for the 2021 models the 4 door and even the 2 door still available here from the dealerships in Saudi Arabia check this beautiful 2021 with the new look with the legendary 4.8 gas 6i monster engine look it up in youtube

[@waistedsausage1071]

New stuff is trash

[@nicholasturner5159]

@@waistedsausage1071 Nissan still make series 4 "2021 y61 GU Nissan Patrol super safari" for the middle east with TB48DE engine only...he's not talking about series 5 y62 Nissan Patrol

[@TN1984]

Hell yea driving around Ermington and rydlemere

[@ReDriven]

Yep, we'll wave next time!