Hi all am searching for a flatbed pick-up truck(mini truck) that would soley be used to convey blocks to construction sites
Am looking for a rugged model/brand that would be able to endure the task for the next 2-3yrs am familiar with brands like isuzu,daf,man etc I would want recommendations on model specs and years.thanks

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Around here in Naija, the most popular models hands down are Nissan Cabster or Toyota Dyna models. On the Dyna, the 250 model will be just ideal. Very rugged. while i wouldn't rule out the Isuzu NPR you posted, its not just popular in that industry segment.

And if you want to step up the ladder, you might consider the DAF45. Which is also quite popular around here especially in the block industry. While i hate to be a "follow-follow", but straying too far from the norm CAN SOMETIMES cost you dearly

Good luck in your search

Thanks for the Advice US-autobuy, looking at the dyna or npr which market of trucks is better? The US or Europe. I no US has the market for Big mack trucks but since this is a mini pick am still not sure

As concering the age limit am sure I can import older rugged models...

Any One who can offer options and year models in the price range of 800k-1.2M would be appreciated. Thanks

The Dyna is in Europe not US. You sound that you are US based. I am also based in California/Nigeria.

Be ready to shell up to N1.5 for the type of Dyna in the picture. Please don't get me wrong. I say "UP-TO"

So you might be lucky to find in your upper price range. The 800k might be far fetched but who i am to say you never know. Its possible its not fresh TOKS. Possibly Naija used.

There is nothing wrong in that as long as you inspect properly before buying. Nobody buys a dyna for leisure cruise around town. Its a workhorse. Make sure its maintained and check out properly.

A BIGGER ISSUE IS THAT A LOTS OF DYNA (LIKE DAF45) IN NIGERIA ARE IMPORTED FROM THE U.K, hence they are converted. Nothing spoil if properly done but as you know this is Naija..... People LOVE to cut corners.

You can buy a converted ones but the price SHOULD be cheaper.

DON'T BE TAKEN FOR A RIDE TRYING TO BUY A RIDE!!!

Good luck out there.

US-autobuy Am in Nigeria, I have been making checks on prices in europe and the market looks good with great offers in the uk...but the right hand drive issue as you also pointed out. The pictures you posted show the trucks with france licence plates...I may put my focus on the french market to see if I get a good offer

Thread is open to any suggestions or advice. Thanks