However, the great news is that there are lots of superb second-hand bakkies on the market – and they are not as expensive as you may think.
It is possible to acquire a bakkie for less than R100 000! An investigation into AutoTrader data provides a list of the 10 lowest average-priced single-cab and double-cab Toyota Hilux variants (including average year and mileage).
Why the Hilux, you may ask? It is the top-selling new bakkie in South Africa and indeed the top-selling vehicle irrespective of body type.
The Toyota Hilux’s history spans eight generations, during which this bakkie has earned an enviable reputation for being one of the world’s most trusted and reliable commercial vehicles. It has sold more than 19 million units globally and remains South Africa’s most popular bakkie – by far.
So, which used models exactly are up for grabs to South African customers? We kick off with single-cabs first, since they are almost always used as workhorses (recreational buyers are likely to opt for a double-cab). When it comes to Hilux derivatives, it is possible to secure a Hilux 2400 for a mere R95 450 (the average selling price). It should come with an average mileage of 348 250 kilometres and an average model year of 1988. It features a 2.4-litre overhead camshaft, carburettor-equipped petrol engine.
Fancy a single-cab with a lower mileage? The Toyota Hilux 2.0 – average selling price R169 995, average mileage 95 000 kilometres and average year model 2015 – fits the bill.
When it comes to double-cabs, the most affordable used option is the Toyota Hilux 3.0D, which features an average selling price of just R89 945, an average mileage of 308 363 kilometres and an average year model of 1999. In contrast with the most affordable single-cab, this particular Hilux is powered by a torquey three-litre diesel engine.
Want a double-cab with half that mileage? The Toyota Hilux 2.7 – average selling price R262 625, average mileage 144 017 kilometres and average year model 2013 – should tick all your boxes.
There you have it. Whether affordability is paramount or whether you are after an affordable bakkie that boasts a low mileage, too, the used bakkie market delivers.
Source: AutoTrader is the largest digital automotive marketplace in South Africa and operates a marketplace at scale. As such, it serves as a barometer to provide unparalleled insight into car-buying patterns in South Africa. The data covers the period January to March 2021.
