I am the proud new owner of a 2001 Discovery II SE7.

I'll start by saying that I had originally passed on this deal because I felt that I had received some really good advice on these forums. This Disco is loaded with 108,000 on a perfect running engine. The only thing that this vehicle needs is a transmission and drive shaft. Non-greasable u-joints, explosion, flying metal...You all know how the story ends.

Now for the good part. This vehicle was originally listed by the seller for $3,000 and I was able to talk him down to $2,000. I brought the deal to this forum for advice and ended up passing on the deal. I couldn't stop thinking about this rig and soon found my self in negotiations for a second time with the seller. I purchased this vehicle this morning for a grand total of $1,000.

I spoke with a very wise member of this forum and he agreed that this was an absolute steal. I'm sure many of you will ask about the repairs. I have priced a transmission with warranty and I am prepared to begin this project as soon as I get the vehicle home. I am also going to replace the drive shaft with a rebuilt one and will be doing the installation myself. The transmission will be installed by a professional.

Long story short....I had a great peace about making this deal happen and I am excited and ready to get the ball rolling.

Also, the rigs name is El Chancho Verde (The Green Pig).

I would like to thank all of you for providing such constructive feedback and I would also like to thank you in advance for all of the repairs that you'll have to walk me through. lol

UPDATE NEW PICTURES:

 

Congrats that is a great deal. Let us know when you start to fix it up.

 

Will do. Thank you for taking the time to help me with my search over the past couple of weeks.

 

That's awesome, you definitely got it for a steal, even if it needs a new tranny. post pics soon

 

Thanks man. Will post pictures tomorrow when we get home.

 

I told you that you would finally get one didnt I?
When it is meant to be it is meant to be.

 

Yep, you sure did. Thanks for all the advice you gave me.

 

you poor sorry soul =)

 

Ah....Thank You?

 

Congrats on your purchase. Seems to be like a great deal. Can't wait to see your truck!