Vauxhall Frontera - any good off road?

[andy400]

I've always quite liked the look of the Frontera, aesthetically that is, but - I've never known anyone who's owned one; I've never driven one and I've never seen one in use off road.

I don't even know whether they have any lockers or even a low range box? (I could probably google this but it's only just occurred to me as I type this)

So, anyone any experience? Any good? Can you buy lift kits and other mods to make them better?

[andy400]

Not really considering one. Just idly wondering if they are an option if I ever get round to getting a weekend-only mud toy.

I guess not!

[andy400]

300bhp/ton said:

andy400 said:

Not really considering one. Just idly wondering if they are an option if I ever get round to getting a weekend-only mud toy.

I guess not!

Look for something with lives axles. Either that or it needs axle lockers and/or a fancy TCS system to simulate lockers.


Suzuki Jimny would be my pick or anything Jeep or Land Rover.

I think a little Suzuki is the obvious choice. I've had my fill of the expense (time and/or money) of LR ownership.

For now though, I'll just have to enjoy the mild, non-damaging off road fun I get to do in my 'shiny'.

Of course, what I really want is an FV432 or a Unimog........

[andy400]

Looking at it from a different angle - it could be an interesting challenge to get a Frontera and then, with only minor changes, work within its limitations in off-road scenarios and see what it can do.

(Although the answer could still be 'very little' and very disappointing)

[andy400]

432s - st or not?

There's only one way to settle this.....