Name: Amro Al Tamimi
Nationality: UAE
Occupation: Operation & Support Manager
Vehicle: Nissan VTC Y61 SWB
Tell us the background story of the car?
Well, since I was young the Nissan Patrol was our first choice in the family. I grew up seeing this car in our garage and decided once I get a car it will be a Nissan Patrol. Why SWB? Because it’s small and strong and can easily go into technical dunes and areas. Also, it’s good for my family size. So yeah I got this car in 2014 and of course due to the diversity of 4WD’s in our UAE Offroaders Family, I have tried nearly all makes of off-roading vehicles, and in my opinion, the Nissan Patrol is the best!
What modifications have been made, performance and cosmetic wise?
Okay… This car I can say it’s fully off-road modified!
It has the following:
Engine:
Fully customized 6 in 1 headers with a magna flow muffler. Tuned ECU to increase the torque and HP. AFE GT momentum air filter. Exterior and off-road. 2.5 King springs. RADFLO stage 4 shocks. ARB front lockers. ARB DUAL FAN air compressor fixed under the seat. Method 17” beedlocks rims with 285’s tires. Front 8mm skid plate. Rear skid plate. Custom made side steps. Safari snorkel. Customized grill. High led black front lights. Customized front bumper. Off-road front & rear bump stops. 37” led bar. Flag pole.
Interior and safety:
Certified Roll cage. Custom leather seats. Built-in radio
Do you have something that you consider to be a ‘special feature’ of the car?
Well, the whole car is a special edition I have made. So everything in the car is special and but I like most is the power of the car during off-roading and the sound. It’s like a lion roaring!
What were your other options before you bought this car?
I owned a Jeep Wrangler before but didn’t last three months and decided to come back to the Nissan. Toyota FJ was an option but since I owned an FJ previously, I did my comparison and yet Nissan wins in my opinion.
How often do you use your car, and what activities do you take part in?
Well, on weekends we have trips with our wonderful UAE Offroader’s family and most offroad activities including mountain cruising and rock-crawling, and lately car shows and events.
Are you planning any future modifications?
Well… Yes but let it be a secret recipe for the future!
What 4×4 do you dream of owning?
Well, the Nissan is my dream off-road car and I really enjoy driving every km while going off-road and on-road or even doing my weekly run to the supermarket with the family! ■
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