Thanks for your honest review mate. Just bought my 2020 model T60.. thanks for sharing your battery experience and the dirt trap at the back of the tray as I’ve found dirt in mine too and yeah I’ll probably need a good blaster. Cheers
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@@gab4075 i understand where your coming from but when our politicians sell us out for the Chinese here in Australia and raise the cost of living we have no choice to find cheaper alternatives to run our business and lives. example being Chinese investing in our housing market and buying up our water assets like bitcoin and pressuring our farmers
Great review mate. I'm looking into getting a D90, not a T60, but there are not that many owner reviews of LDV vehicles, and yours is one of those few... Thanks for honestly sharing your negative experiences, really appreciated (those key in proximity of the battery draining it issues are just flat out ridiculous man 🤷♂️ ??? the fact that you need to keep living with jumper cables in your ute is really not good... very helpful that you captured those, as dealers certainly won't tell us!)
No worries! I should note that I haven't had issues with the newer T60 - but saying that I don't risk it any more, I always make sure my keys are kept well away from the vehicle!
this review put me off. the whole idea of a new car for me is to get away from all these unreliable lemon second hand cars. doesnt seem worth it when a new car going to give just as much trouble.
Yes I agree. It's why a lot of people don't buy first gen products. My new LDV (2nd gen) doesn't have any of these issues. I have a review up of that as well.
I really enjoyed your review. I haven't had my 2018 Maxus very long. I totally agree with everything you have said. For the money I paid for it compared to other utes. I consider it a good buy. Just the suspension I've found to be bouncy and the diesel engine has a pronounced knock in it. I know diesel engines have that diesel knock. For piece of mind I'll take it in and get the tappets checked. The appearance is an EYE CATCHER. Color Black. I've got the chrome frame on the tray which amplifies its looks even more. The battery could be another issue down the line. When I lock up. The headlights do a shut down performance. Maybe there's something in the Manual about that.
One of the good Chinese vehicles. Actually called the Maxus T60. LDV was originally a British commercial vehicle company that ended 2009 and they had a van called the Maxus. In 2011 the Chinese company SAIC acquired the name Maxus
Isn't this the model Queensland judge recently described this as a poor quality metal rust bucket when he ordered a full refund to the buyer in Australia. Not sure I'd buy one, probably better to offload it before it disappears on you piece by peice.
Hey, wow I just googled that and read about the story. Sheesh thats so bad. I've always sold/traded in my vehicles when the warranty is about to end so I think I'll do the same with my T60!
Cheers mate. More of a revision for me. I picked up my 2021 basic T60 two weeks ago. All good so far. There are a few differences on the new model compared to the older version. The suspension is now tuned by Walkinshaw and seems to handle pretty well although still bouncy when empty. A bit underpowered but I won’t be towing a caravan although living in Tasmania I notice it does struggle on some of the hills. Luckily the power and eco switches seem to fix that. And yes, the blind spot warning lights still activate occasionally especially when it is raining hard. Apart from that I am satisfied (so far). Anyway, thanks for the review.
Great review mate. When you get your new ute get some rubber and glue/pop rivit to the tub liner to cover that spot between the tail gate and the tub where your having trouble with it filling up with shit.
OK so I think its an ok review from your point of view, but here's mine. I live in a small town where I was the first to get a T60 luxury model. That was 2018. My steering locked up one day as I was driving, turned out the steering pump packed up. I've got rust in the door sills, battery packing up, wipers are not working consistently, Radio couldn't get a station in my area cause I was out of range until after my 3rd windscreen they ended up putting this one in and whammo, I got a station cause that's where the aerial is, but here's the biggest. I think they are a death trap. When you hit a pot hole in the road, they bounce across the road, to a point where thank god I didn't hit anyone, and I was only going 98km, I ended up in the opposition's lane. So I put the best tyre's on and still no change. There's more but I needed to share that last one. Yes the warranty covered my steering problem, but I was in a remote area when it happened, with no cell phone coverage so you can imagine. 4 others in my town have got rid of theirs because of problems. The dealers say this and that, but I say piece of shit every time I look at my ute. I thought about putting the 20 inch wheels on but my mate said he did and and no difference. I carry the jumper leads and starter pack now too. WTF
Hey mate, thanks for the comment! My review was based on my experience after 20-30k and like you said for my use it was OK (though the battery issues + air con issue + lack of radio did all cause a lot of grief!). So it's interesting (and unfortunate) to hear about your experiences, though many people will find it very useful. TBH I'm someone who is happy stretching the budget to get something reliable and a bit more premium, but I didn't really apply this rule to my ute purchase. Well I did and I didn't. Originally I just wanted a old ute for the farm, something that I could take hunting or fishing or throw some firewood in and not worry about it getting banged up. But with second hand ute prices being so crazy, I figured a new 'budget' ute would be a better move - as it would have the warranty and certainty that it hadn't been thrashed etc. But like you, I had problems (though not as bad!) and I also got to a point where I had to carry around a battery jump back and jumper leads as I was caught out a few times. I do think the new gen model is a step up - they've squashed a lot of those bugs. And that was another thing about my original purchase - buying a first gen model of anything is always a bit silly. In fact I think my ute was one of the first into the country - I often got a call saying bring it in for a software update! So far with my second gen 2021 T60 Ive had no real troubles, but i've only had it a few months so it's early days. I guess the saying 'you get what you pay for' rings true!
Rust does seem to be a huge issue - The Gold Coast corts just ruled in favor of plaintiff on a 2018 model that had rusted out to the point of being unsafe to drive just from being parked near the beach for a couple of years. The judges ruling based on expert assessment was poor quality materials. More worrying is the attitude of LDV AU who took this to court even though there was little chance of a win, and high chance of dragging their own brand through the muck.
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Thanks. yeah I understand that it's a budget/entry level ute. But thats all I needed and was happy to save some $. Looked at the Tritron, but by the time I added tints, a tray liner and tow bar it was out of my budget by a long shot. My Dad used to own a Triton so it was actually my first pick, but at the end of the day I had to stick to my budget.
Comparing this with a ranger at the moment so cheers bro, quick question, what mic do you use and where can you buy them in NZ? It’s clarity is amazing
Hey, I use a Rode Wireless Go setup - rode.com/en/microphones/wireless/wirelessgo I just had a look at your Gym Girls Talk about Gym bros ! Funny As- Dating - Date Coach video - it appears that the audio wasn't being recorded from the microphone. Was it setup properly? Some cameras require you to change the audio recording setting from 'camera' (i.e. it's internal mic) to 'external'. The Ranger and T60 aren't direct competitors - Ranger being high end, LDV being the low end. The Ranger is going to be a better ute - but when it comes to value, in my opinion the T60 is better. You should also check out my 2021 T60 review - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html and the newer bi-turbo T60 here - th-cam.com/video/2fWBwvWOxI0/w-d-xo.html Plus the GWM - th-cam.com/video/m2pxubdarvo/w-d-xo.html
I have had my work car for a year now, All tech on this car do not work on my one. Blind spot blinks as much as I do, auto wipers are so random that I use manual, headlights flash people constantly when you get any shade. But the most ANNOYING THING IS THAT USELESS RADIO! ANDROID DOESN'T WORK AND AUTOMATICALLY STARTS ON VOLUME 15 every time you turn the key on! Not too bad for a budget vehicle if you can handle no tech reliability. Had my windscreen replaced and there is no airbags behind the front pillars where it says airbags FYI.
Sheehs is that legit about the Airbags?! That can't be right? I'd be hitting up my dealer to check it if that is the case. Yeah the tech issues are the main issue, but they seem to be remedied with the Facelift version. Still though, like you said it is a budget vehicle and when you're getting the first gen of any product you have to expect bugs. Sounds like you've had a pretty bad run though :(
I've been driving an isuzu bighorn since 2006, it's been a great wagon, never broken down on me. But it's showing its age and time has come, with the bank willing to lend me cheap cash, to update. I've done some serious reviews and am finding it hard to beat these for value. Hoping to test drive 1 tomorrow and fingers xd I might be the owner of 1 within the next month. Unless I see an offer I can't refuse. All the reviews ive seen or read speak highly of the t60 and only really knock the power. But its a big upgrade from the bighorn so it'll be more than enough for. Thanks for the great review.
So i finally got my t60. Opted for used, saved around 10 grand for other stuff.. I got very tidy 2019 pro model with some nice accessories. It's the 6 speed manual and I have to say, I love it. Came with an i drive and I do recommend them, makes a huge difference. I test drove the maxus and wasn't sold on the 20inch rims. Anyway, love the ute, love its engine growl to. As always I've noticed more of them on the road after getting mine. It's got some quirks, but show me a vehicle that doesn't. Im Looking forward to your review of the new 1. Cheers
Good review. Have you considered the gwm cannon. I'm considering getting one. Rated above the ldv. Ldv do look good and the maxus looks good. I drive a pajero which can run permanent 4x4 on tarmac (great safety in rain and when greasy). The gwm has the 8sp zf gearbox and a rear diff lock and the safety features are almost as good as the new dmax.
TBH I hadn't see that one. I checked out some of the reviews (aussie based) and it looks good. Spec's are solid as well. I have already got my new LDV Maxus but i have to admit after looking at the Cannon I would have had to seriously consider that instead of the Maxus. A bit more power there also. Maybe I should try and get my hands on one and do a side by side comparison with the Maxus. That would be neat! Oh and regarding your permanent 4x4 comment - agreed 100% Our family car/wife's car is AWD and I would never go back to a 2wd vehicle, especially given all the rural driving that we do. Thanks for your comment :)
@@scottandchels6813 I've sent some emails out so we'll see how I get on. I'd happily pay to lease a GWM for a few months, it's just seeing if such a setup is even possible. It would be neat doing a big comparison piece - comparing the key specs, but also doing some basic off roading, towing, town driving etc. Though I'm not a car guy and this channel was never meant to be a car review channel :P
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@@gab4075 good luck with that, it would be harder than you think. I brought a v6 amarok, have you forgiven the Germans for their poor human rights and atrocities yet. The Chinese saved my friends life and are doing a excellent job at keeping him alive. He can't come home to Nz because our government won't support him so should I stop buying New Zealand made? I understand your point of view but that is your point of view and not mine at this point in time.
Picked up the new Maxus a few days ago. Have done ~100km across farm use and open road, new Walkinshaw suspension is 100x better than the first gen ute. And the radio is crystal clear!! A few minor changes (some good, some bad). I might shoot an update video, so stay tuned for that
BTW anyone thinking about buying one of these piles of scrap search up the video that John Cadogan did about it. In short a surf club manager on the gold coast purchased one, After 2 years it was completely rusted out. He asked for his money back as a 2 year old ute shouldn't need 40k+ worth of rust and other mechanical repairs. They made him take them to court instead of honoring their obligations under the law. You are much better off buying a second hand 'Japanese' ute.
@@LightTherapyInsiders it's not just that, read the details of the problems! There is no way a product from a company worth buying from would make those sorts of mistakes!
@@mcduck5 Every manufacturer has their rust boxes.. look at this Hilux underneath.. you don't even go to the beach in England and it's caked in Rust ! th-cam.com/video/r7Le1wVZQiA/w-d-xo.html
Wow you are very astute buyer like me. I always buy just worn in demoes. Nothing wrong with Chinese built as they only own the brand, run the management of company, labor and production. All technology is a mix of American, German, Asian and others. This is same with other makes too including European and Japanese. When Hyundai came in they were cheap as chips then 5 yrs later that same machine is in 60k mark so watch ldv in future as they will be the same.
@@LightTherapyInsiders Go see Wayne at Wayne Hill Cars at Lincoln Rd Christchurch and change the who machine oils to Amsoil. This will really improve it's smoothness and cut costs. Carl.
Great review mate, also considering LDV ute or possibly van as I'm a builder in Auckland. Have you picked up your Maxus yet? Could you do a review on it please :D?
Hey! Yeah I have it now :) I just wanted to put some km's through it before I shot another video. But weather depending I will do that this week. I can say it's a better drive than the Gen 1 t60. And all the electrical issues I had with the first one are no longer problems with the Maxus (radio is crisp as well!) It would be a good option for a builder - just check what you want on the back is available before locking it in. Random note - I've had 3 builders here over the past 12 months, all with new utes. 2 were Mitsi's and 1 was a Nissan. They've all been impressed with the LDV though - especially when I tell them the price I paid!
Yes thats the one! I just picked up the new Maxus last week. I went for the same red color. I'm told that these are the only two red T60's in NZ. I think they look good with the black styling. Though my old ute (the one in this video) looks slightly better than my new Maxus. I'll film a short update video soon to explain why. The new Maxus does have much better suspension btw. It was the first thing I noticed. Tell a lie - the crystal clear radio quality was the first thing I noticed, the improved ride was second!
@@asahelkish5809 Oh haha. He's Australian, I'm a New Zealander so there's probably a bit of an overlap with the accent there (though any Aussie would say kiwis sound nothing like them!) And then I have a thicker, country 'lazy' twang to my accent.
Hi Alex great review mate, question have you got your new Ute and how long did you have to wait. I’ve also just recently ordered my new Ute but 4 weeks later still waiting.
Hey. Yup I have it. I've done 2000km on it now. I'm hoping to shoot a video on it tomorrow all going well. Yeah it took me ages - it was a couple of months actually. It's the same for all utes. Ford have a few months wait list I believe.
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My followup review of the 2021 LDV Maxus is now live - check it out here - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for your honest review mate. Just bought my 2020 model T60.. thanks for sharing your battery experience and the dirt trap at the back of the tray as I’ve found dirt in mine too and yeah I’ll probably need a good blaster. Cheers
You are welcome!
Most valuable review thank you
Thanks :)
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@@gab4075 i understand where your coming from but when our politicians sell us out for the Chinese here in Australia and raise the cost of living we have no choice to find cheaper alternatives to run our business and lives. example being Chinese investing in our housing market and buying up our water assets like bitcoin and pressuring our farmers
Great review mate. I'm looking into getting a D90, not a T60, but there are not that many owner reviews of LDV vehicles, and yours is one of those few... Thanks for honestly sharing your negative experiences, really appreciated (those key in proximity of the battery draining it issues are just flat out ridiculous man 🤷♂️ ??? the fact that you need to keep living with jumper cables in your ute is really not good... very helpful that you captured those, as dealers certainly won't tell us!)
No worries! I should note that I haven't had issues with the newer T60 - but saying that I don't risk it any more, I always make sure my keys are kept well away from the vehicle!
this review put me off. the whole idea of a new car for me is to get away from all these unreliable lemon second hand cars. doesnt seem worth it when a new car going to give just as much trouble.
Yes I agree. It's why a lot of people don't buy first gen products. My new LDV (2nd gen) doesn't have any of these issues. I have a review up of that as well.
I really enjoyed your review. I haven't had my 2018 Maxus very long. I totally agree with everything you have said. For the money I paid for it compared to other utes. I consider it a good buy. Just the suspension I've found to be bouncy and the diesel engine has a pronounced knock in it. I know diesel engines have that diesel knock. For piece of mind I'll take it in and get the tappets checked. The appearance is an EYE CATCHER. Color Black. I've got the chrome frame on the tray which amplifies its looks even more. The battery could be another issue down the line. When I lock up. The headlights do a shut down performance. Maybe there's something in the Manual about that.
My motor bike is 100kW.
Auto Expert John Cadogan has a vid concerning this vehicle
Yup I've seen it - quite concerning I must say.
One of the good Chinese vehicles. Actually called the Maxus T60. LDV was originally a British commercial vehicle company that ended 2009 and they had a van called the Maxus. In 2011 the Chinese company SAIC acquired the name Maxus
Ahh thanks for that!
Isn't this the model Queensland judge recently described this as a poor quality metal rust bucket when he ordered a full refund to the buyer in Australia. Not sure I'd buy one, probably better to offload it before it disappears on you piece by peice.
Hey, wow I just googled that and read about the story. Sheesh thats so bad.
I've always sold/traded in my vehicles when the warranty is about to end so I think I'll do the same with my T60!
Cheers mate. More of a revision for me. I picked up my 2021 basic T60 two weeks ago. All good so far. There are a few differences on the new model compared to the older version. The suspension is now tuned by Walkinshaw and seems to handle pretty well although still bouncy when empty. A bit underpowered but I won’t be towing a caravan although living in Tasmania I notice it does struggle on some of the hills. Luckily the power and eco switches seem to fix that. And yes, the blind spot warning lights still activate occasionally especially when it is raining hard. Apart from that I am satisfied (so far). Anyway, thanks for the review.
Your experiences align with my experiences in the new Maxus after 3000k
Thanks for sharing your feedback
Nah you messed up mate, it was tuned by Walking4sure... Bahahahhahaa
Great review mate. When you get your new ute get some rubber and glue/pop rivit to the tub liner to cover that spot between the tail gate and the tub where your having trouble with it filling up with shit.
Hey, great idea. I will do this with my new one
OK so I think its an ok review from your point of view, but here's mine. I live in a small town where I was the first to get a T60 luxury model. That was 2018. My steering locked up one day as I was driving, turned out the steering pump packed up. I've got rust in the door sills, battery packing up, wipers are not working consistently, Radio couldn't get a station in my area cause I was out of range until after my 3rd windscreen they ended up putting this one in and whammo, I got a station cause that's where the aerial is, but here's the biggest. I think they are a death trap. When you hit a pot hole in the road, they bounce across the road, to a point where thank god I didn't hit anyone, and I was only going 98km, I ended up in the opposition's lane. So I put the best tyre's on and still no change. There's more but I needed to share that last one. Yes the warranty covered my steering problem, but I was in a remote area when it happened, with no cell phone coverage so you can imagine. 4 others in my town have got rid of theirs because of problems. The dealers say this and that, but I say piece of shit every time I look at my ute.
I thought about putting the 20 inch wheels on but my mate said he did and and no difference. I carry the jumper leads and starter pack now too. WTF
Hey mate, thanks for the comment!
My review was based on my experience after 20-30k and like you said for my use it was OK (though the battery issues + air con issue + lack of radio did all cause a lot of grief!). So it's interesting (and unfortunate) to hear about your experiences, though many people will find it very useful.
TBH I'm someone who is happy stretching the budget to get something reliable and a bit more premium, but I didn't really apply this rule to my ute purchase. Well I did and I didn't. Originally I just wanted a old ute for the farm, something that I could take hunting or fishing or throw some firewood in and not worry about it getting banged up.
But with second hand ute prices being so crazy, I figured a new 'budget' ute would be a better move - as it would have the warranty and certainty that it hadn't been thrashed etc.
But like you, I had problems (though not as bad!) and I also got to a point where I had to carry around a battery jump back and jumper leads as I was caught out a few times.
I do think the new gen model is a step up - they've squashed a lot of those bugs. And that was another thing about my original purchase - buying a first gen model of anything is always a bit silly. In fact I think my ute was one of the first into the country - I often got a call saying bring it in for a software update!
So far with my second gen 2021 T60 Ive had no real troubles, but i've only had it a few months so it's early days.
I guess the saying 'you get what you pay for' rings true!
Rust does seem to be a huge issue - The Gold Coast corts just ruled in favor of plaintiff on a 2018 model that had rusted out to the point of being unsafe to drive just from being parked near the beach for a couple of years. The judges ruling based on expert assessment was poor quality materials. More worrying is the attitude of LDV AU who took this to court even though there was little chance of a win, and high chance of dragging their own brand through the muck.
Nice to see a review come from NZ. I know hearing another kiwis opinion will be 100% honest.
Thanks!
Really interesting and honest review👍🏾
THANKS so much! -- Bart from team Alexfergus
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Straight up review,however Guess you now know why a triton is 10 to 15 k more, it's called piece of mind motoring.
Low performance for a 2.8 engine.
Thanks. yeah I understand that it's a budget/entry level ute. But thats all I needed and was happy to save some $. Looked at the Tritron, but by the time I added tints, a tray liner and tow bar it was out of my budget by a long shot. My Dad used to own a Triton so it was actually my first pick, but at the end of the day I had to stick to my budget.
I got my 2019 ldv in May last year just two days ago the battery fuked out,got a new one so hopefully its sweet... Lol
Eek. My new 2021 model hasn't had any issues (yet)!
hope airbags not like aircon or blind spot monitoring, sometimes work sometimes don't for your family's sake :)
Very good point!
Now I'm a little nervous :P
Comparing this with a ranger at the moment so cheers bro, quick question, what mic do you use and where can you buy them in NZ? It’s clarity is amazing
Hey, I use a Rode Wireless Go setup - rode.com/en/microphones/wireless/wirelessgo
I just had a look at your Gym Girls Talk about Gym bros ! Funny As- Dating - Date Coach video - it appears that the audio wasn't being recorded from the microphone. Was it setup properly? Some cameras require you to change the audio recording setting from 'camera' (i.e. it's internal mic) to 'external'.
The Ranger and T60 aren't direct competitors - Ranger being high end, LDV being the low end. The Ranger is going to be a better ute - but when it comes to value, in my opinion the T60 is better. You should also check out my 2021 T60 review - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
and the newer bi-turbo T60 here - th-cam.com/video/2fWBwvWOxI0/w-d-xo.html
Plus the GWM - th-cam.com/video/m2pxubdarvo/w-d-xo.html
@@LightTherapyInsiders Thanks for the info bro and feedback, just an average dad here trying out new things on the tube... so thanks again!!
@@alphaattraction881 You can be better than an average Dad bro :D
Liked your honest review, just waiting on my new T60 to be delivered, thanks
VERY cool, glad you enjoyed it! -- Bart from team Alexfergus
They're good utes. I've done ~100km in the new Maxus so I might shoot a quick update video on that. Stay tuned
Get the triton for a few k more, jeez.
Was a lot more than a few k by the time you added the tray liner, tints etc. Even adding a tow bar with Mitsi was a lot more than LDV.
Thanks for your review. I definitely would like to see a review on your new LDV ute
Good news - I have just finished filming it :) Clips are off to the editor, it should be published on my channel in a week or two :)
@@LightTherapyInsiders I could be buying one of these new ones tomorrow ID really love it if it's possible to get that uploaded thanks brother 😜🤠
@@xavier8366 Hey it's live - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
Here it is - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
I have had my work car for a year now, All tech on this car do not work on my one. Blind spot blinks as much as I do, auto wipers are so random that I use manual, headlights flash people constantly when you get any shade. But the most ANNOYING THING IS THAT USELESS RADIO! ANDROID DOESN'T WORK AND AUTOMATICALLY STARTS ON VOLUME 15 every time you turn the key on! Not too bad for a budget vehicle if you can handle no tech reliability. Had my windscreen replaced and there is no airbags behind the front pillars where it says airbags FYI.
Sheehs is that legit about the Airbags?! That can't be right? I'd be hitting up my dealer to check it if that is the case.
Yeah the tech issues are the main issue, but they seem to be remedied with the Facelift version. Still though, like you said it is a budget vehicle and when you're getting the first gen of any product you have to expect bugs. Sounds like you've had a pretty bad run though :(
I've been driving an isuzu bighorn since 2006, it's been a great wagon, never broken down on me. But it's showing its age and time has come, with the bank willing to lend me cheap cash, to update. I've done some serious reviews and am finding it hard to beat these for value. Hoping to test drive 1 tomorrow and fingers xd I might be the owner of 1 within the next month. Unless I see an offer I can't refuse. All the reviews ive seen or read speak highly of the t60 and only really knock the power. But its a big upgrade from the bighorn so it'll be more than enough for. Thanks for the great review.
Hey, no worries. I'm glad to hear it helped with your decision.
Also try a GWM Cannon X.
So i finally got my t60. Opted for used, saved around 10 grand for other stuff.. I got very tidy 2019 pro model with some nice accessories. It's the 6 speed manual and I have to say, I love it. Came with an i drive and I do recommend them, makes a huge difference. I test drove the maxus and wasn't sold on the 20inch rims. Anyway, love the ute, love its engine growl to. As always I've noticed more of them on the road after getting mine. It's got some quirks, but show me a vehicle that doesn't. Im Looking forward to your review of the new 1. Cheers
LOVE YOU REVIEW ON THIS BETTER THAN ALL THE OTHER ONES
CAN YOU PLEASE DO A REVIEW ON THE NEW GEN YOU GET
Thanks, I have filmed the new gen review - it's just with my editor now. it should be up in a week or so. Stay tuned :)
Next gen video review is up - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
Great review. Thank you, mate!
My pleasure!
Chinese...??? ???
YES. !!
Good review. Have you considered the gwm cannon. I'm considering getting one. Rated above the ldv. Ldv do look good and the maxus looks good. I drive a pajero which can run permanent 4x4 on tarmac (great safety in rain and when greasy). The gwm has the 8sp zf gearbox and a rear diff lock and the safety features are almost as good as the new dmax.
TBH I hadn't see that one. I checked out some of the reviews (aussie based) and it looks good. Spec's are solid as well. I have already got my new LDV Maxus but i have to admit after looking at the Cannon I would have had to seriously consider that instead of the Maxus. A bit more power there also. Maybe I should try and get my hands on one and do a side by side comparison with the Maxus. That would be neat! Oh and regarding your permanent 4x4 comment - agreed 100% Our family car/wife's car is AWD and I would never go back to a 2wd vehicle, especially given all the rural driving that we do. Thanks for your comment :)
@@LightTherapyInsiders you'll get the hits if you do a comparison, just nothing much out there on gwm cannon.
@@scottandchels6813 I've sent some emails out so we'll see how I get on. I'd happily pay to lease a GWM for a few months, it's just seeing if such a setup is even possible. It would be neat doing a big comparison piece - comparing the key specs, but also doing some basic off roading, towing, town driving etc. Though I'm not a car guy and this channel was never meant to be a car review channel :P
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@@gab4075 good luck with that, it would be harder than you think. I brought a v6 amarok, have you forgiven the Germans for their poor human rights and atrocities yet. The Chinese saved my friends life and are doing a excellent job at keeping him alive. He can't come home to Nz because our government won't support him so should I stop buying New Zealand made? I understand your point of view but that is your point of view and not mine at this point in time.
Thanks for the review.. I’m looking at a new Maxus as well
Picked up the new Maxus a few days ago. Have done ~100km across farm use and open road, new Walkinshaw suspension is 100x better than the first gen ute. And the radio is crystal clear!! A few minor changes (some good, some bad). I might shoot an update video, so stay tuned for that
@@LightTherapyInsiders definitely do a review please
@@bevharrod1829 Cool will get it done very soon!
BTW anyone thinking about buying one of these piles of scrap search up the video that John Cadogan did about it. In short a surf club manager on the gold coast purchased one, After 2 years it was completely rusted out. He asked for his money back as a 2 year old ute shouldn't need 40k+ worth of rust and other mechanical repairs. They made him take them to court instead of honoring their obligations under the law. You are much better off buying a second hand 'Japanese' ute.
Hey yeah thats a horrible story and it's sad how LDV didn't own up and admit fault.
@@LightTherapyInsiders it's not just that, read the details of the problems! There is no way a product from a company worth buying from would make those sorts of mistakes!
@@mcduck5 Every manufacturer has their rust boxes.. look at this Hilux underneath.. you don't even go to the beach in England and it's caked in Rust ! th-cam.com/video/r7Le1wVZQiA/w-d-xo.html
Put some better quality heavy earth straps on the engine to body, engine to battery.
Good tip! Thanks
Great review thank you
Cheers :)
Wow you are very astute buyer like me. I always buy just worn in demoes. Nothing wrong with Chinese built as they only own the brand, run the management of company, labor and production. All technology is a mix of American, German, Asian and others. This is same with other makes too including European and Japanese.
When Hyundai came in they were cheap as chips then 5 yrs later that same machine is in 60k mark so watch ldv in future as they will be the same.
Yes my thoughts exactly!
And finding a good demo is one of the best ways to buy a vehicle IMO.
@@LightTherapyInsiders Go see Wayne at Wayne Hill Cars at Lincoln Rd Christchurch and change the who machine oils to Amsoil. This will really improve it's smoothness and cut costs.
Carl.
hey besides some electrical problems any mechanical or engine problems??
Nope. I now have the newer model and though I've only done 5000km on that there haven't been any issues with that one either
Great review mate, also considering LDV ute or possibly van as I'm a builder in Auckland.
Have you picked up your Maxus yet? Could you do a review on it please :D?
Hey! Yeah I have it now :) I just wanted to put some km's through it before I shot another video. But weather depending I will do that this week. I can say it's a better drive than the Gen 1 t60. And all the electrical issues I had with the first one are no longer problems with the Maxus (radio is crisp as well!)
It would be a good option for a builder - just check what you want on the back is available before locking it in.
Random note - I've had 3 builders here over the past 12 months, all with new utes. 2 were Mitsi's and 1 was a Nissan.
They've all been impressed with the LDV though - especially when I tell them the price I paid!
Here we go - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
What size are your tires?
nice boots👍
:D
@@LightTherapyInsiders awesome video thanks! im getting myself a 2022 t60 max.
2.6 ltr 110kw woeful imo.
Has been fine for my needs. And less chance of a speeding ticket I guess :P
I seen this at the Blackwell Auto Motors, looks good!
Yes thats the one! I just picked up the new Maxus last week. I went for the same red color. I'm told that these are the only two red T60's in NZ. I think they look good with the black styling. Though my old ute (the one in this video) looks slightly better than my new Maxus. I'll film a short update video soon to explain why.
The new Maxus does have much better suspension btw. It was the first thing I noticed. Tell a lie - the crystal clear radio quality was the first thing I noticed, the improved ride was second!
Hi mate when the review of the maxus comes out since in the market for a ute with a limited budget? thanks in advance
hey! I filmed it yesterday, it will be with my editor this coming week so it should be up on YT not long after that :)
@@LightTherapyInsiders thanks in advance for that
Hey it's up now - th-cam.com/video/Cpr-lEGFFbI/w-d-xo.html
@@LightTherapyInsiders have seen that thanks
Very nice ute.. im getting the 2019 model
Nice! Yeah I think they look great
@@LightTherapyInsiders hows the new ute going? How do you rate it?
Have you stolen THOR's voice??!
Confused??
You sound like Chris Hemsworth bruh
@@asahelkish5809 Oh haha. He's Australian, I'm a New Zealander so there's probably a bit of an overlap with the accent there (though any Aussie would say kiwis sound nothing like them!) And then I have a thicker, country 'lazy' twang to my accent.
I put some bilstein shocks and an idrive in mine and it’s a different Ute 👌🏼
Nice! I need to sus out this idrive system
Legend. Great review 👍👍👏
Cheers :)
Good review more honest than most journalists.
Thanks :)
Hi Alex great review mate, question have you got your new Ute and how long did you have to wait. I’ve also just recently ordered my new Ute but 4 weeks later still waiting.
Hey. Yup I have it. I've done 2000km on it now. I'm hoping to shoot a video on it tomorrow all going well.
Yeah it took me ages - it was a couple of months actually. It's the same for all utes. Ford have a few months wait list I believe.