Checking Out a 2000 Disco to Trade for my 1999 Wrangler SE
#11
If the body and interior are in good shape, along with the mechanical things of course, I would go for it. My brother has a wrangler, and we off road together. Even when my disco was stock, I never thought twice about going places he would not dream of.
That being said lol, check to see if there's coolant on the tranny bell housing, by the drain plug. That's a tell-tale sign of a rear cylinder head gasket leak. Plus, it's a lot easier to see than climbing on top of the motor.
That being said lol, check to see if there's coolant on the tranny bell housing, by the drain plug. That's a tell-tale sign of a rear cylinder head gasket leak. Plus, it's a lot easier to see than climbing on top of the motor.
#12
Ask him why he wants to trade, there has to be a reason why he's trading a lower miles car for a higher miles one.
Worst case you are into it for zero money and you can sell it for a few grand and buy something else.
I'm sure you have read that you must use premium gas.
Worst case you are into it for zero money and you can sell it for a few grand and buy something else.
I'm sure you have read that you must use premium gas.
#13
No, It's because Heep drivers are more brainwashed than we are, if you can believe it.... well that AND there aren't many soccer moms buying wranglers that have to ditch them when the warranty is gone.
If that 99 had more like 100k miles on it, they would probably try to get like $9000 here. It's silly.
If that 99 had more like 100k miles on it, they would probably try to get like $9000 here. It's silly.
#14
It is a 4 banger, so not worth as much to potential buyers, but I knew that going in because I got it for so cheap. This was meant to be my bad weather rig, with the SRT-6 as the DD, so I wasn't too worried about resale at the time. That said, it is sloooowwwww. But it isn't horrible on gas either.
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Bought my extremely low mileage 2000 disco II while still owning my 99 TJ Sahara back in 2006. After six months of changing parts preventatively on the Discovery, like engine pulleys, u-joints and radiator....and the fact that I wasn't driving the TJ anymore, I sold the beloved TJ.
Worst mistake of my life.... Unless you are a mechanic and don't mind fixing things all of the time... And I mean ALL of the time for you need a second car while the truck is down, just look at this place.... One of the busiest forums on the NET, for a truck that only sold a few copies compared to fords or Jeeps.... Lights come on ( 3 amigos), engine blocks leak and overheat, driveshafts need to be addressed, engine pulleys, door actuators, suspension and the list is never-ending. Once you've been around and think you are finally done, guess what ??? it starts over again....
After 4 years and 9Gs spent (except for head gasket, I did all the work), I sold it while nothing had to be adressed. Too bad cause that truck made me feel like no other while on the road.. I was the proudest SOB outhere, but I never relaxed and was always on the lookout for the ''next'' thing to go wrong !!!
Now, I drive a Volvo XC90..... Would never dream of going anywhere the Disco could have gone. The ride and forums are the most boring thing... heck last post was in april and about tire size and a noise somewhere. Less posts in last year than yesterday here. Gas every other week and oil change every season. that's it !!!.. .... Was the best headlamp conversion ever
Anyways, you most likely gonna have to live your own experience and I hope you make the best decision for you.... all in all, I really miss the community here, people are great and have tons of info to share.
I saved enough money in one year to convert my bike into a chopper..... See Pics !!!
Worst mistake of my life.... Unless you are a mechanic and don't mind fixing things all of the time... And I mean ALL of the time for you need a second car while the truck is down, just look at this place.... One of the busiest forums on the NET, for a truck that only sold a few copies compared to fords or Jeeps.... Lights come on ( 3 amigos), engine blocks leak and overheat, driveshafts need to be addressed, engine pulleys, door actuators, suspension and the list is never-ending. Once you've been around and think you are finally done, guess what ??? it starts over again....
After 4 years and 9Gs spent (except for head gasket, I did all the work), I sold it while nothing had to be adressed. Too bad cause that truck made me feel like no other while on the road.. I was the proudest SOB outhere, but I never relaxed and was always on the lookout for the ''next'' thing to go wrong !!!
Now, I drive a Volvo XC90..... Would never dream of going anywhere the Disco could have gone. The ride and forums are the most boring thing... heck last post was in april and about tire size and a noise somewhere. Less posts in last year than yesterday here. Gas every other week and oil change every season. that's it !!!.. .... Was the best headlamp conversion ever
Anyways, you most likely gonna have to live your own experience and I hope you make the best decision for you.... all in all, I really miss the community here, people are great and have tons of info to share.
I saved enough money in one year to convert my bike into a chopper..... See Pics !!!
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