Considering a used Disco V - but closest dealer 100 miles away. Thoughts?
Three Wheeling
Joined: Aug 2018
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From: Auburn, AL
The problem with the Highlander is zero room in the 3rd row (its good for children under the age of 8, but not any taller). I really wanted one but with three children and one wanting to sit on their own in the back. it just wasnt an option .... even the Lexus 350 RX L was just toocramped in the 3rd row for my 13 year old. Only the Disco had decent room. I was hugely dissapointed with the Land Cruiser, the roominess wasnt that great and its incredibly dated and plasticy, even the platinum version was just cheap inside and the same price as the baseline Disco!!!
a friend just paid $21,000 for a 2007 LC.
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5th Gear
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I would ask how “into” cars you are.
If you see them as practical, reliable family transport then I wouldn’t suggest any LR product. That’s not to say they’re as bad as the internet commenters would have you believe as they’re unlikely to leave you stranded but gadgets may randomly stop working or develop an annoying rattle. Out of warranty all these things will be extremely expensive to fix.
However this is the price for driving something far more interesting, stylish and better to drive than say a Toyota Land Cruiser which will be more reliable (but not as bulletproof as again internet commenters suggest, I’ve had friends who own them have to replace electric windows, AC compressors, alternators, starters, fuel pumps, injectors, turbos and even out entire new engines in although the latter was 12 years old with 130k on the clock, but still).
You need a good dealer to go with the warranty and who will supply you with a loaner if it’s your daily driver. The same applies to an independent shop, if they need to wait 2-4 weeks for a part (or longer I’d say a replacement windshield) will they provide you with a loaner to use?
So whether you should buy one would depend why you want it, how dependent you will be on it, how tolerant you are of minor ****les and if you have cash available to fix these things out of warranty because everything is expensive.
If you see them as practical, reliable family transport then I wouldn’t suggest any LR product. That’s not to say they’re as bad as the internet commenters would have you believe as they’re unlikely to leave you stranded but gadgets may randomly stop working or develop an annoying rattle. Out of warranty all these things will be extremely expensive to fix.
However this is the price for driving something far more interesting, stylish and better to drive than say a Toyota Land Cruiser which will be more reliable (but not as bulletproof as again internet commenters suggest, I’ve had friends who own them have to replace electric windows, AC compressors, alternators, starters, fuel pumps, injectors, turbos and even out entire new engines in although the latter was 12 years old with 130k on the clock, but still).
You need a good dealer to go with the warranty and who will supply you with a loaner if it’s your daily driver. The same applies to an independent shop, if they need to wait 2-4 weeks for a part (or longer I’d say a replacement windshield) will they provide you with a loaner to use?
So whether you should buy one would depend why you want it, how dependent you will be on it, how tolerant you are of minor ****les and if you have cash available to fix these things out of warranty because everything is expensive.
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5th Gear
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I am looking to keep this vehicle in the mid 40k range. Disco and XC90 are probably the front runners. Maybe GLS450. Space/usability, fit and finish are of top concern. All CPO or low mileage.
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4wd Low
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Yes, exactly. I do like the LC quite a bit, but the prices are astronomical. Part of that notion that they are bulletproof forever I suppose.
I am looking to keep this vehicle in the mid 40k range. Disco and XC90 are probably the front runners. Maybe GLS450. Space/usability, fit and finish are of top concern. All CPO or low mileage.
I am looking to keep this vehicle in the mid 40k range. Disco and XC90 are probably the front runners. Maybe GLS450. Space/usability, fit and finish are of top concern. All CPO or low mileage.
Three Wheeling
Joined: Aug 2019
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From: Smith Mountain Lake, VA
Personally I went with the disco for the tow capacity. Having a 3rd row doesn't matter much except to my wife and the grandkids. But now that I've put nearly 20k miles on it I'm glad I went this route. The air ride make this a great long distance car and being able to pull nearly 4 tons us fantastic. However, every visit to the dealer means a call to my financial adviser.
Mudding
Joined: Dec 2019
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From: PNW
200 mile round trip for a service is a lot! As to the car I wouldn't own a a Landy without a warranty and a close by dealer. We went from an 05 LR3 HSE into a 08 Sequoia Platinum prior to a 2017 Disco Sport HSE then the current 2019 Disco TD SE.
The LC is a very nice car. It's cousin Sequoia is a cheap and cheerful alternative. We honestly tried our best to destroy our Sequoia to no avail. 230,000KM loaded with family, dogs, bikes, ski boxes, 35' trailer. Plenty of room and better fuel efficiency than the LR3. A bit plasticky and old fashioned but nothing broke. Our 08 was rated to 9100LBs towing. 380HP and surprisingly quick.
Good luck!
The LC is a very nice car. It's cousin Sequoia is a cheap and cheerful alternative. We honestly tried our best to destroy our Sequoia to no avail. 230,000KM loaded with family, dogs, bikes, ski boxes, 35' trailer. Plenty of room and better fuel efficiency than the LR3. A bit plasticky and old fashioned but nothing broke. Our 08 was rated to 9100LBs towing. 380HP and surprisingly quick.
Good luck!
Yes, exactly. I do like the LC quite a bit, but the prices are astronomical. Part of that notion that they are bulletproof forever I suppose.
I am looking to keep this vehicle in the mid 40k range. Disco and XC90 are probably the front runners. Maybe GLS450. Space/usability, fit and finish are of top concern. All CPO or low mileage.
I am looking to keep this vehicle in the mid 40k range. Disco and XC90 are probably the front runners. Maybe GLS450. Space/usability, fit and finish are of top concern. All CPO or low mileage.
