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Hi, Just getting started being a rover owner. I have been looking at Discos and Range rover HSE 4.6. Not quiet sure what all the different models are yet, I have been looking at late 90's early and early 2000 models, most need some work so I can afford them. If anybody has any suggestions on what to look for or stay away from it would be greatly appreciated, A couple that I looked at were in great shape body wise and interior wise but head gasket repair seems to be the most popular. I have some mechanical ability and a good buddy who is a Class A mechanic and he said he would supervise a head gasket job. Ok, any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated, My rover would mainly be a daily driver and used for duck hunting and fishing excursions towing a small duck boat and fishing skiff.
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My advice is, find one that someone has maintained and not run through the mill. You aren't buying Toyota or Honda reliability. What you are buying is a very unique vehicle with the off road capability of a mountain goat, when driven wisely. For being a daily driver, find a mall crawler with service records. You will spend money on repairs, leaks, the usual. If you have a friend who can work on them that will save you money. I'd suggest a Discovery if you are looking to pack it with duck hunting/fishing gear. Probably more room in a Disco than a Range Rover. The late 90's Discovery I's are different from the 2000-2004 Discovery II's. They may appear to look the same and they are similar, but the engines, interior, etc are different. For a daily driver, I would probably consider a DII. Good luck.
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