why Nissan Patrol for back up securities?

[vinj]

As long as the convoy doesnt go over 135kph the Urvan should be able to keep up...

Hmmm... convoy action? Think Clear and Present Danger, The Kingdom, etc... hehehe

[RED XIII]

It's just the local PSGs coz this is also known to be used worldwide as security vehicles even in U.N.

It's the choice of them politicians vs. other popular rivals like the L.Cruiser not bec. of the price coz it's tag is sometimes more higher vs. competitors especially in other countries.. it's bec. of it's proven power, durability, and your right guys for it's "intimidating presence" that no other similar cars in it's class can match.

[ptk675]

nung tumitingin kami ng mga 2nd hand na patrol sabi nung nagbebenta
kaya daw yan ang ginagamit pang escort dahil "matibay" daw.
wala pa raw tumitirik na ganyan (sabi nya)

at least for the patrol safari, i can attest to its durability and ruggedness. that thing feels like a tank. and the torque monster under the hood is really something. ours is a '95 model and still runs like a champ

[OTEP]

For one thing, the PSG motorpool has a pretty good relationship with Nissan dealerships making servicing and repairs easier. If the in-house wrenches at Malacanang can't fix it, the Patrols usually end up at Nissan Pasong Tamo.

And Nissan Patrols cost 'only' roughly Php2.4M (manual, cloth seats, less wood, etc.). A Toyota LC100 sold by local Toyota dealers cost more and uses a more car-like independent front suspension as opposed to the stone-aged solid front axle of the Patrol.

Nissan Patrols look very understated. Perfect as back up vehicles as they will never out-bling their principal's ride.

Plus there's no denying the intimidating presence of the Patrol. No stupid kotong cop has flagged me down even when I intentionally 'fall' for their traps (e.g. EDSA U-turn slots, the 'Park and Ride swerving racket', etc.).