1989 Ford Maverick SUV — Custom Off-Road Build: This Australian-market Maverick features a TD42 turbo diesel, manual transmission, 2-inch Dobinson’s HD lift, Fox shocks, ARB winch bumper, and 35-inch Mickey Thompson MTZ tires. Equipped for overlanding and camping, it includes a swing-out spare carrier, roof rack with Darche rooftop tent, dual battery system, LED lighting, and full recovery gear. Perfect for off-road enthusiasts and classic 4×4 collectors.
From 1988 to 1994 Ford sold a rebadged Nissan Patrol in Australia as the Ford Maverick. This Maverick features a TD42 turbo diesel engine and manual transmission. 2-inch Dobinson’s HD springs make room for 35×12.5R15 Mickey Thompson MTZ on 15-inch black alloy wheels. Fox shocks with remote reservoirs smooth out the ride. The Maverick also features an ARB winch bumper and Warn XD9000 winch. 9-inch LED offroad lights help light up the trail at night.
Custom sliders protect the side of the Maverick. A custom rear bumper features a swing out tire carrier as well as a water tank for camping. A roof rack holds a Darche roof top tent and awning.
See more details and specifications below, as well as a complete walk around video.
Specifications:
- Make model: Ford Maverick SWB 1989
- Engine: TD42 Turbo Diesel
- Drive train: Manual Transmission with manual locking hub
- Suspension: Coil all round with live axles
Engine:
- TD42 Turbo Diesel
- DTS Turbo
- DTS Intercooler
- 4-inch custom stainless snorkel into 4-inch air box
- Electric upgrades:
- Dual batter system
Lights:
- 9-inch LED spotlights
- LED reverse/work lights
- 50-inch single row light bar
Comms & GPS:
- GME 4500 80 Channel UHF
- GME 6.6db aerial
- Suspension and Tires:
- 2-inch Dobinson’s HD springs
- Fox remote reservoir shocks
- All heavy duty arms underneath
- 35×12.5R15 Mickey Thompson MTZ on 15-inch black alloy wheels
Bar Work & Exterior Mods:
- ARB Deluxe Winch bar
- Scrub bars into Xrox sliders
- Custom rear bar with swing away spare wheel carrier
- Steel flat roof rack
Back of the Vehicle:
- Outback Accessories drawers
- 40L Engle fridge
- Cargo barrier
- Fold down barn door table
Recovery Gear:
- Winch
- Front and rear recovery points
- Maxtrax
- Hi-lift jack
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