Nationality: Indian
Occupation: Assistant Manager, Cards Operation at Dubai Islamic Bank
Vehicle: 2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
Tell us the background story of the car…
I was born in the UAE and grew up mesmerised surrounded by off-road cars driving on silky sand dunes in their awesome 4×4’s. My first 4×4 was an FJ cruiser, then a Ford Raptor and finally I got the Jeep Wrangler Sahara in 2017, It’s my perfect big boy’s toy!
What modifications have been made, performance and cosmetic wise?
• Fox Performance Series 2.0 Stage 4 Suspensions with Adjuster
• Teraflex 3.0 Lift Kit
• Rock Crawler Lower Front and Lower Back Control Arms
• Fox Steering Stabilizer
• XD series Brand Rims 17”
• Built-in ARB Dual Air Compressor with 1 gallon sub tank for Tyre Inflation
• Cooper AT/3 Tyres
• Avenger Hood
• Rubicon Front Bumper
• Rigid Lights
• 13 lbs winch
• 3 tonne electronic jack with wrench
• And the list goes on……with accessorizing internally for complete driving pleasure and comfort.
Do you have something that you consider to be a ‘special feature’ of the car?
It’s a head turner and its smooth on road and off road.
What were your other options before you bought this car?
Nissan Patrol, Toyota FJ
How often do you use your car, and what activities do you take part in?
Mostly for Desert Drives, Overnight Camping, and I also drive it to work.
Are you planning any future modifications?
With Jeeps it’s a never-ending story and there are Jeep owners who never stop thinking of what they are going to do with their car next. It’s an ongoing process to stay inspired and keep modifying and improving. I am always waiting and planning and working on something or the other.
What 4×4 do you dream of owning?
The all new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2019 known as JLU. ■
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this article was published in OutdoorUAE printed magazine issue #93 February – March 2019
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