What Your Bakkie Says About You

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Owning a bakkie in Standerton isn’t just about having a vehicle; it’s a lifestyle. Whether you’re using it to haul hay bales, transport your entire extended family, or just park it outside the local café looking rugged, your choice of bakkie reveals a lot about you. So, let’s take a humorous look at what your bakkie says about you!

Toyota Hilux – The Unstoppable Legend

“If it ain’t a Hilux, it ain’t a real bakkie.”

You believe your Hilux could survive an apocalypse, and honestly, you might be right. Your bakkie has seen things—deep mud, questionable river crossings, and probably a road trip that involved a braai on the tailgate. You never need a tow because you are the tow. And let’s be honest, your Hilux has more battle scars than a rugby player after a derby match, but that just adds to its street cred.

Ford Ranger – The Urban Cowboy

“Built tough… but also enjoys a good cappuccino.”

You like your bakkie to be practical, but also stylish. You probably have an impressive collection of sunglasses and know exactly how to take a perfect sunset photo with your Ranger in the frame. Your weekends are spent towing a boat, a caravan, or just pretending you’re about to go off-roading—but in reality, your bakkie has never seen anything rougher than a gravel parking lot.

Isuzu D-Max – The Hardworking Farmer

“No nonsense, just get the job done.”

Your bakkie is less about looks and more about function. You probably wake up at 4 AM, own at least one pair of vellies, and can name every cattle breed in the district. Your Isuzu has hauled more sacks of feed and bags of cement than most bakkies have ever dreamed of. If someone’s stuck in the mud, you’re the first one they call—just another day at the office.

Nissan Navara – The Weekend Warrior

“Office worker by day, adventure seeker by weekend.”

You work hard all week, but come Friday, you’re loading up your Navara with camping gear and heading to a fishing spot (even if you don’t always catch anything). You have strong opinions on braai techniques and will argue about the best way to reverse a trailer. Your bakkie has a few scratches, but that’s just proof that you almost went extreme off-roading.

Volkswagen Amarok – The Fancy Pants

“Rugged, but make it premium.”

You enjoy the finer things in life, and your Amarok proves it. While other bakkies get covered in dust and scratches, yours still looks brand new because you wash it twice a week. Leather seats, high-tech dashboard, and an engine that purrs—it’s the executive’s bakkie. Sure, it can go off-road, but why would you when there’s a perfectly good tar road to the golf course?

Mahindra Pik-Up – The Budget Beast

“Gets the job done, no frills attached.”

You don’t care about brand names—you care about value. Your Mahindra Pik-Up might not be the flashiest bakkie in town, but it works just as hard (if not harder) than all the others. You’ve probably gotten into at least one debate defending Mahindra against the “big brands,” and you secretly enjoy the confused looks when you tell people how reliable it actually is.

Old Mazda BT-50 – The Never-Say-Die

“It’s still going… somehow.”

Your bakkie is older than some people’s kids, but it refuses to quit. The odometer stopped working years ago, but you estimate it’s done over a million kilometres. The aircon might be broken, but you just roll down the window. Your motto? “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. And if it is broke, just ignore it until it fixes itself.”

GWM Steed – The Wild Card

“You like to be different.”

You chose a GWM because you enjoy standing out from the crowd. You don’t care about peer pressure; you just wanted an affordable bakkie with a little bit of attitude. Sure, people might joke about it, but you just remind them that it’s cheap to fix, and it’s never let you down (well, not too many times). You’re the kind of person who brings a pineapple to a braai—unexpected, but welcome.

Final Thoughts

No matter what bakkie you drive, one thing is certain: Standerton wouldn’t be the same without them. Whether you’re navigating potholes, pulling a trailer, or just using it to intimidate hatchback drivers in the parking lot, your bakkie is more than just a vehicle—it’s a statement. So, what does your bakkie say about you?

Drop a comment and let us know what ‘bakkie’ you drive & why you think it’s the BEST!

🚗💨 Bakkies rule Standerton, and we wouldn’t have it any other way!