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Old Oct 11, 2025 | 08:24 AM
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But then the rear side windows are blocked out..
The "signature" squares blocking the rearward windows baffles me. Why!? Some designer's idea of style? It's just stupid. I didn't get a 90 because of that, but I'm glad it doesn't have them.

(BTW, sorry about my smart-*** response about the seat back pockets, but the concern felt a little too "first world problem" to let slide.)
 
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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by CHEERIO
My nearly loaded 2025 P400 X is for sale with under 3000 miles.
listed anywhere ?
 
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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Zondar

I have the smallest screen, which I think looks elegant since it fits perfectly within the upper and lower dash trim. The larger ones are slapped over the trim and look more like an afterthought. Sure it could be bigger, and I'd appreciate that, but I have no problems with it. It's fine to view and I almost never touch it, since Carplay does almost everything I need by voice. Anyway, the small ones are gone by now.
At first I was liking the larger screens, either the 2025 or the even wider 2026 but I just came across a 2021 with the screen that fits between upper and lower dash "beams" and thought that was better design language by far. I then thought through what I like screens for and it's mainly the map that i care about being larger. If all the same features are available in some way for input, then I really don't need a larger screen for any of that.
The inset screen is pretty much the same size as the one in m,y 2017 RR SVAB and i've been surviving just fine with that LOL
 
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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by jwest
listed anywhere ?
Only here. Let me know if you have any questions. I haven't listed it anywhere else yet.

https://landroverforums.com/forum/ma...697#post936138
 
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Old Oct 13, 2025 | 08:29 PM
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How are the heated windshields working out ? Are they worth the package ?
And , btw , I have a 2002 Land Rover Discovery . Not perfect in any way . But maybe a little beefier .
 
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Old Oct 14, 2025 | 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Tomzsix
How are the heated windshields working out ? Are they worth the package ?
Search the forum and you’ll see a few discussions. I have it. Surprisingly good at clearing the fog from the inside of the windshield. Better than blowing air from an engine that hasn’t warmed up yet.

Not really meant for melting ice or snow on the outside.

You do have the grid of wires in the glass. It bothered me more when it was new; I don’t really see it now unless I’m driving into the sun, but it’s always there if you look for it.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2025 | 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Tomzsix
How are the heated windshields working out ? Are they worth the package ?
And , btw , I have a 2002 Land Rover Discovery . Not perfect in any way . But maybe a little beefier .
Do you live in an area that is cold often and do you leave your vehicle parked outside? If so then it would definitely be something worth considering. In addition to being a better defroster than the air vents - it can also help with clearing accumulating slush from the windshield where the wipers push it out of the way.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2025 | 09:11 AM
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How are the heated windshields working out ? Are they worth the package ?
And , btw , I have a 2002 Land Rover Discovery . Not perfect in any way . But maybe a little beefier .
One of the best features. Even though mine is kept in the garage, it is extremely useful when I leave the office and there's a layer of snow on my car. Press a button and within a minute or two the snow & ice is melted. Plus, it also works as an exceptionally good defogger. Worth every penny.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2025 | 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by CincyRovers
One of the best features. Even though mine is kept in the garage, it is extremely useful when I leave the office and there's a layer of snow on my car. Press a button and within a minute or two the snow & ice is melted. Plus, it also works as an exceptionally good defogger. Worth every penny.
The heated windshield works great in VT - melts snow and ice fast and allows for easy clearing. This is something I would always option for if you live in a cold climate.
 
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Old Oct 14, 2025 | 09:04 PM
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And here is a subjective question ...........What size wheels are the most popular ?? Personally , I like the 19" . They seem more appropriate for overlanding .
 
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