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Any Land Rover Discovery Owners?
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malu 
User ID: 593162
 United States
6/4/2009 10:44 AM
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Just wondered if any of you has any experience with them? I have been looking at them for about three months, more than likely I will get one this summer. Just looking for advice, which years are best, what to look out for , where to get parts, etc.
thanks much
[link to www.landroverparts.us]
Looking at teaming it up with one of these:
[link to carsonrv.com]
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 508527
United States
6/4/2009 10:47 AM | |
malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:26 AM
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Quoting: Anonymous Coward 508527
i wonder where american cars fall in that list? i know they have issues, but they are also bad ass..
beach day, i will bump it tonight and see if i can get some help
thanks
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BluzGal nli
User ID: 694814
United States
6/4/2009 11:36 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
I looked at a Rover Freelander a couple years ago. Sweet vehicle for a small SUV but parts and service are incredibly expensive. Ended up with a slightly used Ford Escape which shares Freelander DNA. The Discovery would have the same expenses, no doubt, with probably a slightly higher carrying capacity. I still see some old ones on the road.
Around Denver, low-mileage larger Land Rovers are going for next to nothing, just like Excursions and Expeditions. |
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ac
User ID: 137597
United States
6/4/2009 11:40 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
One of my coworkers had one...do you live near the dealership or know of a good mechanic? At least once a month, she had the thing in the shop for some problem or other. The upside was that the dealer was also a Jag dealer and let her use one of those while they were working on the 'Rover. They look nice, but get bad mileage and will eat you up in repair and service unless you can do the work yourself.
Funny thing is, when I was in India in '96, the old 'Rovers left by the British was the transportation of choice, especially in Darjeeling. At every stop, the drivers would be constantly tinkering with something; pull the carb off and work on it. But they always had them running. |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 10:46 PM
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I looked at a Rover Freelander a couple years ago. Sweet vehicle for a small SUV but parts and service are incredibly expensive. Ended up with a slightly used Ford Escape which shares Freelander DNA. The Discovery would have the same expenses, no doubt, with probably a slightly higher carrying capacity. I still see some old ones on the road.
Around Denver, low-mileage larger Land Rovers are going for next to nothing, just like Excursions and Expeditions. Quoting: BluzGal nli 694814
i guess i will check the craigslist for the Denver area then, i am in the midwest and been checking that region extensively
yes they are finicky, and i am by a dealer, have found a good supply of used parts, and have several friends that are mechanics, whom i should probably take out for dinner
any other suggestions on best years, upgrades, etc. would certainly be welcomed :)
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 659821
United States
6/4/2009 10:50 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
We had to drive 2 hrs to get parts that were outrageously priced. You'd think you were paying for a new transmission, not a few belts and a thermostat. Broke down a lot, couldn't keep buying super expensive parts so now it's gone. |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:00 PM
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We had to drive 2 hrs to get parts that were outrageously priced. You'd think you were paying for a new transmission, not a few belts and a thermostat. Broke down a lot, couldn't keep buying super expensive parts so now it's gone. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 659821
that seems to be the mantra. yet i know people who swear by them. i know certain years have a lot more problems than others. i also have located a few units to use strictly for parts , cheap.
a tune up starts at $1,000
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
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1-2-thedome
User ID: 491789
United States
6/4/2009 11:04 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
Get a toyota 4-runner instead. You will be so much happier. |
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Prince Lucas
User ID: 640505
United States
6/4/2009 11:04 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
We had to drive 2 hrs to get parts that were outrageously priced. You'd think you were paying for a new transmission, not a few belts and a thermostat. Broke down a lot, couldn't keep buying super expensive parts so now it's gone.
that seems to be the mantra. yet i know people who swear by them. i know certain years have a lot more problems than others. i also have located a few units to use strictly for parts , cheap.
a tune up starts at $1,000 Quoting: malu
You should definitely buy one. |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 695287
United States
6/4/2009 11:06 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
We had to drive 2 hrs to get parts that were outrageously priced. You'd think you were paying for a new transmission, not a few belts and a thermostat. Broke down a lot, couldn't keep buying super expensive parts so now it's gone.
that seems to be the mantra. yet i know people who swear by them. i know certain years have a lot more problems than others. i also have located a few units to use strictly for parts , cheap.
a tune up starts at $1,000 Quoting: malu
$1000 for a tune up? For what? 6 or 8 spark plugs an air filter and a cap, rotor and set of wires?
Them mofo's better be gold plated.....$1000 for a tune up is gods way of telling you that you make too much money! |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:08 PM
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We had to drive 2 hrs to get parts that were outrageously priced. You'd think you were paying for a new transmission, not a few belts and a thermostat. Broke down a lot, couldn't keep buying super expensive parts so now it's gone.
that seems to be the mantra. yet i know people who swear by them. i know certain years have a lot more problems than others. i also have located a few units to use strictly for parts , cheap.
a tune up starts at $1,000
You should definitely buy one. Quoting: Prince Lucas 640505
and i shall, thank you
with out your input, i might have bought something else
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:10 PM
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$1000 for a tune up? For what? 6 or 8 spark plugs an air filter and a cap, rotor and set of wires?
Them mofo's better be gold plated.....$1000 for a tune up is gods way of telling you that you make too much money! Quoting: Anonymous Coward 695287
that is if you go to a dealer, and of course they only deal in high end vehicles, and rich mother f*ckers,, which isn't me
but i have a buddy that has one and loves it, and he lives in a barn, i shit you not, and does all the work himself.
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 642285
United States
6/4/2009 11:26 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
I currently have a full sized Rover HSE and a 2007 model year LR3. BOTH ARE GREAT CARS! I've had discoveries for years before they introduced the LR three and never had major issues with them.
There were a LOT of them made and they are rugged as hell. A rover will easily run for 200k miles given moderate maintenance. They're amazing cars.
My full sized rover looks as good at the Beverly Hills Hotel as it does on a back road fording a stream.
And it's done both! |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:34 PM
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I currently have a full sized Rover HSE and a 2007 model year LR3. BOTH ARE GREAT CARS! I've had discoveries for years before they introduced the LR three and never had major issues with them.
There were a LOT of them made and they are rugged as hell. A rover will easily run for 200k miles given moderate maintenance. They're amazing cars.
My full sized rover looks as good at the Beverly Hills Hotel as it does on a back road fording a stream.
And it's done both! Quoting: Anonymous Coward 642285
could you recommend any particular year for the discovery?
thanks for your input btw
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 695269
United States
6/4/2009 11:47 PM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
All I remember about the (earlier?) years was the major body problems around the upper windows.
The alleged problems were supposedly caused by the combined use of incompatible metals (steel and aluminum?) and the resulting electrolytic reaction which fueled major corrosion in this area and the subsequent failure of the panel and glass. (this problem was supposedly corrected by ford)
I sat in one once and hated it, the door was too close to me when it was closed and my body placement was so high I felt like I was on a rocket platform set to go through the windshield. |
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Ferris
User ID: 434860
United States
6/4/2009 11:48 PM
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The guys at www.roverracks.com know all about rovers, I know the owner, and he has owned Rovers from the 60's through the new ones, and knows what years are the best. They have a lot of accessories ( roof racks. ladders, sliders, bumpers, etc.) that I have bought and have been great to deal with. For what it's worth......
Peace out.......
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:51 PM
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The guys at www.roverracks.com know all about rovers, I know the owner, and he has owned Rovers from the 60's through the new ones, and knows what years are the best. They have a lot of accessories ( roof racks. ladders, sliders, bumpers, etc.) that I have bought and have been great to deal with. For what it's worth...... Quoting: Ferris
hey thank you very much! i will check that out right now
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/4/2009 11:52 PM
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[link to roverracks.com]
well i will be dammed! that is exactly what i intended to do with my roof rack as well,, lmao
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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The Commentator
User ID: 587619
United States
6/4/2009 11:59 PM
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Either have a VERY thick wallet to cover maintenance and towing or get used to walking a lot. They are not terribly well assembled, the parts are not of terribly high quality but cost a fortune, and it is very difficult to find mechanics who understand them terribly well.
Nice lookers though.
Look, if you need a four wheel drive vehicle there are MUCH better choices.
non sufficit Orbis
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 695269
United States
6/5/2009 12:09 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
Look, if you need a four wheel drive vehicle there are MUCH better choices. Quoting: The Commentator
While not a land rover (still a landy) I just love this little tidbit
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/5/2009 12:11 AM
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Either have a VERY thick wallet to cover maintenance and towing or get used to walking a lot. They are not terribly well assembled, the parts are not of terribly high quality but cost a fortune, and it is very difficult to find mechanics who understand them terribly well.
Nice lookers though.
Look, if you need a four wheel drive vehicle there are MUCH better choices. Quoting: The Commentator
i am all ears. i have an extended cab four wheel drive, and since i live in michigan, that is a must have, imho
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 575967
United States
6/5/2009 12:11 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
The world is ending soon and you want to buy a car??
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 687418
United States
6/5/2009 12:13 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
The 2003 had a problem with engine failure.
You sound like you're stuck on the idea of getting one, so good luck and don't get a 2003.
I'd go with a late 80's early 90's Range Rover! Not that over priced Ford piece of shit. |
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Evil Twin 
Senior Forum Moderator
6/5/2009 12:21 AM
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[ link to roverracks.com]
well i will be dammed! that is exactly what i intended to do with my roof rack as well,, lmao
lol
You could build yourself a nice little sandbag bunker up there.
Considering becoming an "undocumented worker".
eviltwin618@yahoo.com |
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The Commentator
User ID: 587619
United States
6/5/2009 12:21 AM
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Either have a VERY thick wallet to cover maintenance and towing or get used to walking a lot. They are not terribly well assembled, the parts are not of terribly high quality but cost a fortune, and it is very difficult to find mechanics who understand them terribly well.
Nice lookers though.
Look, if you need a four wheel drive vehicle there are MUCH better choices.
i am all ears. i have an extended cab four wheel drive, and since i live in michigan, that is a must have, imho Quoting: malu
Well, lets get a few questions out of the way.
Do you drive off road? Clearly winters are bad so do you need a 4WD for driving on regular roads in the winter? The kind of vehicle you select depends on the answer to these questions.
non sufficit Orbis
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/5/2009 12:22 AM
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The world is ending soon and you want to buy a car??
it's not a car, it is an escape pod
yes i am pretty intent,, lol, but i have not bought one yet
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/5/2009 12:23 AM
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[ link to roverracks.com]
well i will be dammed! that is exactly what i intended to do with my roof rack as well,, lmao
lol
You could build yourself a nice little sandbag bunker up there.
exactly!
yes i do drive off road, but on fairly easy trails, i do not travel very far, everything i do is with in five miles
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 575967
United States
6/5/2009 12:30 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
The world is ending soon and you want to buy a car??
it's not a car, it is an escape pod
yes i am pretty intent,, lol, but i have not bought one yet
It's ok, we just bought a car too. If we're going down, i'm going to do it in style.  |
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malu
User ID: 593162
United States
6/5/2009 10:31 AM
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B
When peaceful revolution becomes impossible, violent revolution becomes inevitable.
"Hard pressed on my right. My center is yielding. Impossible to maneuver. Situation excellent. I am attacking." |
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Anonymous Coward
User ID: 695592
 United Kingdom
6/5/2009 10:37 AM | | Re: Any Land Rover Discovery Owners? | Quote |
i have a 2002 land rover defender county station wagon and a 2005 se rangerover. i love both and would choose a defender over a discovery.
if you do a lot of offroading the defender is the more capable vehicle but if you do a lot of road driving youre better off with the discovery for comfort and stability. |
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