Amarok vs T5?

[Brummmie]

I have my works van which is mostly empty, but every now and then I have to carry stock to race meetings etc, also the odd Trackday with my gsxr, I run a T5 with a Revo map and 20" alloys, I also have 3 year old twin boys, so bicycles and things very soon.
I went in an L200 and it felt like an old truck, are these VW things any better, bigger power one obviously!

[cheddar]

Better than a L200? In a word, much.

Given the rudimentary underpinnings, live rear axle etc, they drive really well on road, steer precisely and get along at a decent clip - especially with the fine auto box instead of my clunky manual - it's the same engine as your T5 so you can tune the b'jesus out of it if that's your thing. The weak point is the clutch in the manual which is at its limit with 300 ftlb torque, otherwise I think you'll like it.

But......

How will you secure your stock/race gear/bikes etc in the back of an Amarok? If you get a canopy then access is a right royal pain and if you don't then everything gets wet or stolen.

Given that and unless you need a modicum of off road ability I'd stick with your T5. Lovely things

Edited by cheddar on Wednesday 31st December 02:08