Future discovery 2 owner
#11
The biggest downside to an 03 is no cdl.
You can add one, but just one more thing to buy and install. Big difference off road.
All the 03s had a bad rep when new, and s few years old.
Bad castings in blocks, oil pump cover hole alignments, recalls, blah, blah. Buy, consider that was 14-15 years ago. Any issues like that are long gone, and not a real concern when looking at 03s.
You can add one, but just one more thing to buy and install. Big difference off road.
All the 03s had a bad rep when new, and s few years old.
Bad castings in blocks, oil pump cover hole alignments, recalls, blah, blah. Buy, consider that was 14-15 years ago. Any issues like that are long gone, and not a real concern when looking at 03s.
#12
The front driveshaft is the NEED part.
Anything else could have already been done, like head gaskets and power steering pumps. Or, they will be needed in future.
I don't like to throw parts at things, but Discos can turn into that real fast. My 04 has. Just how these are.
It would be no suprise for you to find a well maintainted D2 with around 100k miles, that runs great, and you pay $2k for it, and drive it 50k+ miles issue free.
You could also spend $6k on the same and have constant problems.
Look for leaks, make sure what does and doesn't work.
And drive it for a while to make sure it doesn't heat.
If you can do your own work, you'll be ok.
Just look around at several. I'de even hold out for your favorite color, they're out there.
Anything else could have already been done, like head gaskets and power steering pumps. Or, they will be needed in future.
I don't like to throw parts at things, but Discos can turn into that real fast. My 04 has. Just how these are.
It would be no suprise for you to find a well maintainted D2 with around 100k miles, that runs great, and you pay $2k for it, and drive it 50k+ miles issue free.
You could also spend $6k on the same and have constant problems.
Look for leaks, make sure what does and doesn't work.
And drive it for a while to make sure it doesn't heat.
If you can do your own work, you'll be ok.
Just look around at several. I'de even hold out for your favorite color, they're out there.
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FRONTRANK (01-02-2018)
#13
The front driveshaft is the NEED part.
Anything else could have already been done, like head gaskets and power steering pumps. Or, they will be needed in future.
I don't like to throw parts at things, but Discos can turn into that real fast. My 04 has. Just how these are.
It would be no suprise for you to find a well maintainted D2 with around 100k miles, that runs great, and you pay $2k for it, and drive it 50k+ miles issue free.
You could also spend $6k on the same and have constant problems.
Look for leaks, make sure what does and doesn't work.
And drive it for a while to make sure it doesn't heat.
If you can do your own work, you'll be ok.
Just look around at several. I'de even hold out for your favorite color, they're out there.
Anything else could have already been done, like head gaskets and power steering pumps. Or, they will be needed in future.
I don't like to throw parts at things, but Discos can turn into that real fast. My 04 has. Just how these are.
It would be no suprise for you to find a well maintainted D2 with around 100k miles, that runs great, and you pay $2k for it, and drive it 50k+ miles issue free.
You could also spend $6k on the same and have constant problems.
Look for leaks, make sure what does and doesn't work.
And drive it for a while to make sure it doesn't heat.
If you can do your own work, you'll be ok.
Just look around at several. I'de even hold out for your favorite color, they're out there.
I was about to go into this blindly but, something told me to reach out for some help. I'm really appreciative of all the information you all are sharing with me. I know the research is far from done before I own my black on black DII but, I'm stoked to learn more. Sixpack577, you're a big help. I'm definitely coming to you for more advice!
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Sixpack577 (01-02-2018)
#14
but something I can recommend is buying an oil pressure gauge regardless of the year if it's a Land Rover it needs an oil pressure gauge to monitor it. because like I said all the pumps can go bad.
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FRONTRANK (01-02-2018)
#17
Wow over $10,000 is a huuuuge chuck of coin for a D2 but must of been sweet with all kinds of upgrades and offroad gear! As a dealer wish I could import a diesel TD5 and be able to get that kind of money for it. I wonder if 20 - 30yrs from now these will be collectable like 60s broncos are
#18
I was about to go into this blindly but, something told me to reach out for some help. I'm really appreciative of all the information you all are sharing with me. I know the research is far from done before I own my black on black DII but, I'm stoked to learn more. Sixpack577, you're a big help. I'm definitely coming to you for more advice!
Thank you sir, I'll do what I can.
I've been working on cars and bikes for many years...but this is my first Land Rover.
I've had it 6 months now, and have learned alot from the good folks here.
Fortunately, they are easy to work on. And mine has done an excellent job of killing the grass in my driveway, at least in the spot it's been sitting.
One day, I'm even going to drive it again.
#19
Hey guys I test drove this one today. It seems perfect. Interior / Exterior is practically in mint condition. A lot of added gadgets and seems in great mechanical shape (No ticking, not warning lights, very smooth drive, no rust underneath and the breaks feel nice and does not squeak. The only thing is I was really looking for a black one and the price is a little higher than the DIIs I've seen put up for sale previously. I would love to hear your input. I'll attach the link was well. Thanks guys.
Take care,
-FR
https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...elCode1=DISCOV
Take care,
-FR
https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...elCode1=DISCOV
#20