What is the best long term Split to own

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What is the best long term Split to own

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New to splits even though I have wanted one for ages. Question is do I go all the way on a 21 Window versus side windows a panel van or a ute. Ute would be so handy but more long term thinking.
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The best long term Split to own is simply going to be the one that's suited to your needs more
I've got a Split Personality ;)
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Re: What is the best long term Split to own

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That is up to you.
I think the best would be a Dual Cab but I own an 11 window so how knows.

I think the best bet is finding a bus that is in good solid condition that you can look after - Fish oil or penatrol the sills each year.
The style is up to you.
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Pre 55, 23 window
Mike |o\*/o| 55 11 Window

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Had them all except a split dc, I have a new dc. Can't put the family in a sc, family can't see out of a panel van, so I ended back up with an 11 window and now a 21. Family = windows for the long run
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13 window Deluxe of course .
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Don't forget you can put pretty large roof-racks on if you need to cart stuff.
Travelling in a fried out kombi....
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Wet Dog works better kept in a tray then a roof rack. Makes driving under low bridges too scary.
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DC all the way, most practical split I've ever owned
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Anything you can afford and is registered. Who cares what it is as long as it have a split windscreen.
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The one you love :shock:
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Grubby wrote:New to splits even though I have wanted one for ages. Question is do I go all the way on a 21 Window versus side windows a panel van or a ute. Ute would be so handy but more long term thinking.

My Kombi is the best... But it's mine so you can't have it. :P
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Why stop at one :)
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Good point Klaus!
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ltonk wrote:Anything you can afford and is registered. Who cares what it is as long as it have a split windscreen.
I agree... just get one. You will enjoy what ever you buy :)
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