Made famous by a number of appearances on the BBC ‘Top Gear’ show, when Clarkson and chums ruled the airwaves, the hopped-up, fat-tyred, go-anywhere Arctic truck was always a welcome feature. However, while the TG trio seemed to favour Toyota, the Icelandic company that makes that class of vehicle is never brand dependent and Arctic truck versions wearing Nissan, Mazda and other badges are equally common in a country where crossing lava flows and gorges is a regular requirement, not just for the tourists.
Limited to just 10 vehicles, each Safir model is fitted with a unique numbered interior badge. Safir is an exclusive D-Max based on the popular Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Double Cab Automatic and it makes a bold impression from its first reveal in a Sapphire Blue Mica paint finish, not that the high-rider needs much more to make it stand out.
The exterior features an eye-catching silver rear sports bar, silver Mountain Top roller cover and a bespoke Safir branded aluminium under-guard. Setting off these bright additions are two sets of Lazer Lights: a lower set positioned in the front bumper and a roof light-bar, which is brand-new for the multi-surface D-Max range. Completing the exterior refinements are 17.0 x 10-inch AT alloy wheels, which have been updated with a new Hyper Dark diamond-cut finish.
Bespoke leather seats, designed specifically for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks interior, have been finished in sapphire blue overstitching and, for an extra touch of indulgence, the luxurious pick-up comes equipped with a D-shaped sports steering wheel. Trimmed in leather and suede with sapphire blue overstitching, this contoured new tiller has been moulded for maximum comfort and grip for the driver.
Owners benefit from an already spacious interior and excellent specification from the many times award-winning Isuzu D-Max but they can also appreciate the upgraded digital stereo equipment including a 9.0-inch multifunction colour touch-screen (complete with the Arctic Trucks logo), no less than nine speakers, including a subwoofer and an HDMI port. A wireless mobile-phone charger has been fitted in the top glove box and a front camera is located on the front bumper to monitor the area ahead of the truck that would normally be a driver’s blind spot.
In addition to the enhanced features, the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks Safir retains its standard 3.5-tonnes towing capability, outstanding 125,000-miles/5-years warranty (whichever comes first) and 5-years roadside assistance package in the UK and across Europe. Every facet of the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Safir has been crafted carefully to enhance both its ‘he-man’ looks and excellent off-road capabilities. Combined with Isuzu’s total dependability, Safir possesses an almost unique blend of extravagant and assertive style, has immense visual appeal and is list priced at a pre-discount £45,000.
