Ok guys, here's the story..
I'm taking part in the Plymouth-Dakar 'rally' which leaves on Boxing day. It involves driving from England to Senegal (west africa)in a car that musn't be worth more than £200. We're using a 1989 9000i which somebody gave us. The trip is approx 4000 miles long and will take 3 weeks. At one stage the road runs out and we cross the Sahara, driving on sand (obviously!). Now, a heavy front wheel drive car like a 9000 ain't going to be the best in the sand although I think it will be an excellent choice for the vast majority of the trip (We're biased - both my brother and myself drive Aeros
What precautions / modifications do you think we should be considering to help cope with the desert section, without seriously comprimising the on-road ability? Sensible answers please
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Thanks everyone
Al
I'm taking part in the Plymouth-Dakar 'rally' which leaves on Boxing day. It involves driving from England to Senegal (west africa)in a car that musn't be worth more than £200. We're using a 1989 9000i which somebody gave us. The trip is approx 4000 miles long and will take 3 weeks. At one stage the road runs out and we cross the Sahara, driving on sand (obviously!). Now, a heavy front wheel drive car like a 9000 ain't going to be the best in the sand although I think it will be an excellent choice for the vast majority of the trip (We're biased - both my brother and myself drive Aeros
Thanks everyone
Al