This is John's 1996 red 2DR 4WD RAV4 in Australia. The skidplate and brush guard are made by Rallyspeed, which is Toyota-endorsed. The bottom photo shows that they did make it across the river :) For a larger view of either photo, visit John's cousin's (Daniel Stephen) WEB SITE.

(After crossing the river he had no mechanical or electrical problems at all :) After a quick clean-up of the engine bay and the exterior, the car was as good as new. But he was worried every time he got the paint scratched or anything, he really looked after his "baby". John decided to sell his RAV4 and buy something he could damage without stressing too much over! He is now the owner of an older model Toyota Landcruiser.)