Long time LR owner here having had almost all varieties since the mid 1990s. Currently have a 2004 Discovery 2 and have had my eye on the “new” Defender since introduction. Now that the used market has brought the price down to my level I found a really nice Tasmin Blue 110 SE, P400, 37k miles, full glass sunroof, 20” alloys with some nice off road tires already fitted.

What if anything should I be concerned with and/or be sure to consider.
Thanks

 

I'd be looking at getting some very large sunglasses and a peaked cap. Once you're cruising about in a Tasman P400, the paparazzi won't give you a moments break.



A hitch receiver too. Gotta have one of those.

 

Driving a D2 and New Defender back to back is great. I try to do it a few times a month (I have both).

New Defender is a very logical successor to the D2. I bet you'll really like it if you perhaps romanticize owning a D2 in the same manner that I do. Rear door swings the same way, the alpine lights, big switchgear and buttons, etc etc.

Spec you describe "Tasmin Blue 110 SE, P400, 37k miles, full glass sunroof, 20” alloys with some nice off road tires " looks spot on.

I have about 23k (+/-) miles on my 2020 and I dig it. I wouldn't be worried or even give 37k miles a second thought. Should be fine. I think it's the best Land Rover product to date.

P400 motors seem to leak coolant at the turbo inlet/outlet pipes. Some other minor stuff you'd read about here like potentially loose a-pillar trims. And what has *not* surfaced (4+ years in to the model cycle) is some fatal flaw or issue with the L663 that's a big gotcha for a new owner or a reason people are dumping them in the used market.

My biggest complaint with the L663 from the factory was that it sits about 1-1.5" inches too low (needs more truck like stance) and the tires are wimpy (the factory Wrangler Offroad option tires are a step too small in the direction of a capable and rugged looking all terrain tire).. I addressed both on mine and love it. Great presence. Does it have mudflaps and a roof rack? If not I'd get them on to complete the New Defenderization of your driveway. Both mudflap options look good and are functional (avoid rocks kicking up in front of rear wheel wells). LR Roof rack comes in handy and unlike some who don't think it's as practical as an aftermarket rack, I've strapped all sorts of stuff up there both temporarily (garbage dump trips) and long distance (Thule carrier and boxes) and find it very functional. And it looks good.

One of the best things about it as opposed to the D2 is highway driving. It's a serious highway bomber. (even lifted with 33" Offroad tires like mine). I joke to my Italian friend that I drive it like a sports car. And I do - it's fun to drive and I catch myself horning about and taking curves at speed. It gives you a sense of calm and power driving it. Very enjoyable.

 

I have a 2020 110SE and love it before you buy it have the rear differential looked at. If it has a rear locker it might need to be replaced as mine was. Apart from that and the driver’s side seat track not going back in one motion mine has been great. I do off road a lot and tow a 7100# trailer.

 

Yes agreed w/ Sisu - on your first drive of the day (ie a test drive if you're doing that), listen for a single clonk or thud from the rear wheel area when you accelerate or turn at slow speed - right when you first take off or in the first block or so of driving. That might be a sign that the rear locking differential is going to crap out (locking rear diff is an option - this is not relevant if the truck does not have it - so first question is to ask if it has it)

 

I would add to the comments mentioned above to check all maintenance records. A carfax is also recommended to ensure no salvage title or manufacturer buyback.

 

Well I pulled the trigger today on this 2021 110 SE in my favorite Tasmin Blue. It mimics the 1995 Arles Blue NAS station wagon I never should have sold.
With only 8 months left on the factory warranty I need to decide on an aftermarket extended warranty. Any suggestions?

 

Welcome to the forum and congrats! I typically trade my cars around that mileage and have been wondering how bad the depreciation will be on my 110 in a few years. If you don't mind posting, what was the MSRP on yours?

 

As far as I can tell the original sticker price was $69k. I paid $49.5k. 37 k miles

 

Congrats on the purchase! My dealer sells an ASC extended warranty in place of JLR's extended warranty. I was quoted a few months back for $3,600 for a three-year, 36k mile extended warranty and if I wanted to do make it a four-year 50k mile warranty it was only like $100 more.