PICK-UPS might be plentiful and though most have a fairly functional look there's no mistaking Mitsubishi's L200.
Even in its previous incarnation this was a pick-up that knew how to be noticed.
The first time I drove a chrome and light-laden Animal model I thought I was in something straight from the set of a Mad Max remake.
With more chrome and lights than a mod's Lambretta it was no shrinking violet.
But the latest L200 stands out from the crowd thanks to its rather un-pick-up-like looks.
The straight lines and the traditional Tonka toy styling favoured by pick-up designers have been eschewed in favour of curves.
The cab actually looks like some kind of pod that has been plonked on top of the chassis.
The modern looks only feature on the double cab version though, the single cab model sticking to more traditional truck-like styling.
Double cab pick-ups really took off in recent years thanks to benefit in kind rules which meant saving a small fortune if you bought one as a company car.
The Chancellor tightened the loophole and though you can no longer save quite as much there's still enough of a saving to make it worthwhile.
Engine wise there is just one available - a 2.5-litre diesel, though there are two power variants, a basic 134bhp or one delivering 165bhp.
The Warrior normally has the lower-powered engine, though there is an optional power upgrade available.
This car had the standard 134bhp unit which seemed capable enough for everyday needs, though I guess if you want to load the pick-up up with rubble on a regular basis you might want a bit more power at your disposal.
Mitsubishi have endeavoured to introduce more car-like comforts into the cabin with the latest L200 and while it still has a workhorse feel there's enough refinement to impress and make me think I could live with it as a family car on a daily basis.
The L200 handles well enough on tarmac, though one is constantly reminded it is still a truck of sorts.
Understeer and the sort of pitch and roll one encounters in more basic 4x4s are pretty much ever-present.
One is also constantly reminded it is a sizeable vehicle, though I got used to its bulk and its more basic driving manners. Interestingly it is surprisingly manoeuvrable for a pick-up with an impressively tight turning circle.
Off-road the L200 is pretty adept, taking steep slopes, muddy terrain and even water in its stride.
All models come with airbags and a CD player with MP3 and some (my test car included) have luxuries like air conditioning, power windows and central locking.
The L200 offers a stability and traction control system as standard, while Warrior, Animal and Elegance models also come with Super-Select 4WD as standard. I generally drove around in two-wheel-drive, thus saving on fuel.
The latest model also has more rear leg space, meaning rear seat passengers can enjoy a measure of comfort one would not normally associate with a pick-up.
FAST FACTS
Mitsubishi L200 Double Cab 2.5 DI-D Warrior
Price: £16,999
Mechanical: 134bhp, 2.5-litre diesel engine driving all four wheels via 5spd manual gearbox
Max speed: 103mph
0-62mph: 14.6 secs
Combined mpg: 33.6
Insurance group: 13
CO2 emissions: 236g/km
BiK rating: 35%
Warranty: 3yrs/ 100,000 miles