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Subject Topic: Thoughts on Shogun and Citroen Post Reply Post New Topic
11/2/2016 at 12:31am
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Hi, we are quite new to caravanning & have an old 1991 Abi Award Globestar. We haven't got a lot of money to spare but have our eye on an old Mitsubishi Shogun V6 and also a Citroen C8. Just wondered if anyone had any experience/thoughts on either of these? Thank you.


11/2/2016 at 1:27am
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ABI Award Globestar 1991



Show as imperial



Year - 1991
4 berth
Single axle
Mass in Running Order (Kg) - 957
Maximum Allowable/Authorised Weight (Kg) - 1250

A diesel saloon or estate 1,9 or 2.0 litre will tow your van, why go to the expense of getting a fuel guzzler if funds are short,Skoda Octavia , Superb or even a Mondeo or any of the other VW group vehicles, will tow your van


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Thanks for that Bob. Forgot to mention, we will be doing antique/craft fairs etc, so needs lots of storage. Lots of heavy boxes of stuff.


11/2/2016 at 9:01am
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Before considering a Shogun, have a good drive in one.

I was considering a Shogun Sport to replace my old Nissan Patrol.

Saw one I liked, went to view it, took the test drive, thought it was 'orrible !!

They roll about and wallow like a sick pig, so really went off them.

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11/2/2016 at 11:35am
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This may surprise you and everyone, what about a black cab, fareway or TX1 both with the bulet proof Nissan engine.
due to the stupid 15 year are limit, there are loads coming onto he market, fit an extra seat in the front, and a tow bar and you would have a big storage area in the back, it would tow a much larger van as well, and be a talking point at your shows.
Don't forget these cabs have been well cared for and stripped and rebuilt almost every year for the London taxi inspection, auto and manual available


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I would suggest you get the C8, more space & cheaper maintenance. Look out for fsh & recent cambelt change though.


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Thanks very much for your replies guys. Just curious, any idea approx how much is a cam belt change on a Shogun?


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first check weather the model you are looking at has a chain and not a belt if its chain and i think it is its designed to last the lifetime of the engine
if you choose a car that needs a cam belt change, consider this by reducing the purchase price.
Belt change prices can varey a lot but expect to pay APP £600 + at main dealer for the c8, or app £420 at none mail dealer,
This price will include fitting of a new water pump.

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11/2/2016 at 7:55pm
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If you do decide to go with the Shogun, do you have a mechanically knowledgeable friend to go with you?

This petrol V6 model is prone to cylinder head problems which can be a bit iffy.

..............
Andy


11/2/2016 at 8:13pm
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I have a Shogun....

Shogun's have cam chains. But what you may need to change is the top chain 'guide'.

DIY 20min job - just lots of nuts to undo and then redo....

Andy, I have the 'normal' Shogun, but even I wouldn't have the Shogun Sport version!

And even me personally (now), I wouldn't have another! They rust badly causing 'other' problems on the way, so if your budget's limited, find something else....

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11/2/2016 at 8:39pm
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I went on to purchase a Grand Cherokee ZG in the end.

Ok so far.........................

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Andy


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Thanks so much, you guys are great :-)



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