Budget Weekender Rig

[Ir1shDr1fter]

So, since the Xterra is currently down for rebuilding, the wife and I were discussing the idea of a smaller "Weekender" rig. We're toying with the idea of either a 1st Gen awd Honda CR-V or an older Toyota RAV4 sport. I've found a few of each for a pretty decent price. Just curious, has anyone else here used one of these platforms to build on?

 

[MMc]

I have owned many Honda autos they have been bullet proof. They are not for more than dirt roads. Why not get a trailer?

 

[Ir1shDr1fter]

I have owned many Honda autos they have been bullet proof. They are not for more than dirt roads. Why not get a trailer?

Unfortunately it's going to be a while before we're able to get the Xterra back on the road. Found more issues when we were getting into it the other day. Talked about building out a smaller rig for my wife and for doing short trips. Not looking to build anything to do something other than just gravel road for that one

 

[Ir1shDr1fter]

I have owned many Honda autos they have been bullet proof. They are not for more than dirt roads. Why not get a trailer?

Plus the wife saw this picture and got excited about wanting to do something that small LOL.

 

[dasmi]

Plus the wife saw this picture and got excited about wanting to do something that small LOL.

That is pretty awesome.

 

[Autism Family Travels]

That gen crv can take a beating. No issues at all besides the rusties. The newer ones with the roundish smiley face are brutal. Stay away from those. Rav's. Can't go wrong. Also look at subies and small jeeps too. We love the patriot and theres a decent aftermarket for it. Just don't buy the rough country crap lift. It's junk. Get daystar, or RRO.