24-08-2016, 08:19 AM
(23-08-2016, 02:55 PM)Eeyore Wrote:(23-08-2016, 02:22 PM)Matt-Rallye Wrote: Disco 3 tdv6 is a fantastic all rounder but tbh for what your hauling its abit of overkill, you would manage better and save a shit load of cash with a td4 facelift freelander (circa 2004)
We actually have a 2007 freelander but of course thats reserved for mum driving to work in and isnt allowed to go off road or near salt water....
Lend your mum the Saab and take the freelander
(23-08-2016, 08:59 PM)welshpug Wrote: I said a while ago you will find one cheap if you hold on long enough, seen a few of these sat on D1 300TDI chassis and running gear!
I quite like the more refined TD5 for everyday use, i'll be getting it on a ramp asap to completely strip & clean the underside then treat everything to a good coat or two of hammerite
(23-08-2016, 09:29 PM)ozonehostile Wrote: Just don't take this one to any pay and play days :p
Well this one will be dragging the other one there hopefully
(23-08-2016, 10:32 PM)Paul Baldwin Wrote: I'd fix that up and sack it off asap. Then fix your old one. Those things are just money pits waiting to happen.
Only real horror stories with them are injector looms and rust, the rust is curable / avoidable with care & time and most common issues with them have simple solutions nowadays, worth reading up on the LR forums! some very useful info on there which makes owning one alot easier.
(23-08-2016, 11:00 PM)procta Wrote: matt what are the TD5s like to drive? I am eyeing a Possible replacement car, for either the 306 or the metro.
Sluggish like any landrover, but with some carefully placed sound proof matting, regular preventative maintenance and good road tyres they are nice to drive as they have the rear air suspension which when working, works well!
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