Thread: In search of Isuzu County... Where do I look?

Welcome to the forum and just to confirm you are chasing a 110 with coil springs ?

My advice, get a perentie and leave the countys here!

All Isuzu Countys are at least 28 years old, and I suspect most of the ones still in service have owners (like myself) who have not the slightest intention of ever selling it.

V8s are possibly slightly more easy to come across, and some of these have been converted to Isuzu engines, but you would have issues finding some of the special bits, most importantly the flywheel housing.

The Perentie is easier to find, as a lot of them have recently been put on the civilian market, and it if desired it would be feasible to convert the body etc to be a close replica of a County - like all the family, the body is made up of interchangeable, bolt together parts.

Be aware though that the electrics of the Perentie are different is some respects, as are some other aspects.

Originally Posted by JDNSW

All Isuzu Countys are at least 28 years old, and I suspect most of the ones still in service have owners (like myself) who have not the slightest intention of ever selling it.

V8s are possibly slightly more easy to come across, and some of these have been converted to Isuzu engines, but you would have issues finding some of the special bits, most importantly the flywheel housing.

The Perentie is easier to find, as a lot of them have recently been put on the civilian market, and it if desired it would be feasible to convert the body etc to be a close replica of a County - like all the family, the body is made up of interchangeable, bolt together parts.

Be aware though that the electrics of the Perentie are different is some respects, as are some other aspects.

Any vehicle without the original type of motor in it cannot be imported, so a v8 conversion won't meet the need for US import. Some sites (mileage may vary) are Carsales, gumtree and for Perenties greys auctions or australian frontline machinery though I believe they only sell military equipment directly to Australian nationals. You may also want to reach out to KLR as they can sometimes help and act as an agent to inspect and set right any purchase, though I havent used their services for that, they have been very helpful (as have members here) for parts and advice. All the best in your search.

Originally Posted by pop058

Welcome to the forum and just to confirm you are chasing a 110 with coil springs ?

I am indeed chasing a coil sprung 110, although I may be tempted if I find a leaf sprung series Isuzu for the right price. While I do like the Perenties, I'd like to retain at least some semblance of civility and practicality of a 110 wagon to keep my wife happy, and I'm not sure I want that much of a project to get a perentie to that point (not that any land rover isn't a project).

I guess I just have to be patient, I saw a nice looking Isuzu County get snapped up about a month ago when I was still figuring out what direction I wanted to go, hopefully I don't get caught sleeping again!

Originally Posted by tc_s1

Any vehicle without the original type of motor in it cannot be imported, so a v8 conversion won't meet the need for US import. Some sites (mileage may vary) are Carsales, gumtree and for Perenties greys auctions or australian frontline machinery though I believe they only sell military equipment directly to Australian nationals. You may also want to reach out to KLR as they can sometimes help and act as an agent to inspect and set right any purchase, though I havent used their services for that, they have been very helpful (as have members here) for parts and advice. All the best in your search.

I have a mate (yank) who in the last 12 months or so has imported 2 rangies both with isuzu motors, no issues at all. I believe the vehicle has to be 25 years or older.

Some get through, but that's not supposed to be allowed. 25 years+ but also the original type of motor. They have even stopped some when turbos were added aftermarket on original N.A. models.

Originally Posted by TheVolunteers

I am indeed chasing a coil sprung 110, although I may be tempted if I find a leaf sprung series Isuzu for the right price. While I do like the Perenties, I'd like to retain at least some semblance of civility and practicality of a 110 wagon to keep my wife happy, and I'm not sure I want that much of a project to get a perentie to that point (not that any land rover isn't a project).

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TV, If you purchase a Perentie station wagon, respray it (to appease your need for civility) and fit a rated towbar, you'll have virtually the equivalent of a County, with both a superior chassis and superior spare wheel storage.

Why not fix the gearbox in that one on gumtree ? ... hmm - might just do it myself while everybody continues messing around discussing it on this forum

And TV ... if you get a leaf sprung Stage One, IMHO I think you'll be disappointed,,,,