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Meek2199
 


Member Since: 22 Nov 2014
Location: Derby
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United Kingdom 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Manual Atacama SandDiscovery 3
Tow bar

Hi all I'm looking to purchase my first D3 been looking at various models, most of the models seem to have tow bars attached, would this put any of the members off when purchasing? I know the discos are a beast but always though to avoid vehicles that have been used to tow?
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Post #137867124th Nov 2014 9:35 pm
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Alan B
 


Member Since: 12 Feb 2013
Location: Fife
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Scotland 2007 Discovery 3 TDV6 XS Manual Stornoway GreyDiscovery 3

I'd say it's a bonus
If it's a removable one try taking it out to check it's not stuck.
Not the end of the world though as it could still be freed off

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Post #137867424th Nov 2014 9:39 pm
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Disco_Mikey
 


Member Since: 29 May 2007
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If its an Auto, ask questions about how often/what its towed, and check the autobox carefully

If its a manual, ask questions about the clutch, and if they used low box

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Post #137867724th Nov 2014 9:41 pm
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Riccarton Disco
 


Member Since: 24 Jan 2013
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Well come the the mad mad world of LR ownership then Thumbs Up

TBH if you want to buy a vehicle which hasn't towed avoid a D3. That is what they are good at and the word supreme just doesn't do them justice.

If you view / test a D3 with removable towbar check it for play - you could even use this as a bargaining tool. Have a look on here about known issues with these towbars and just because it has some play doesn't mean the car has been abused.

My advice is that there are many more important things to worry about so if you find a car that suits and everything else stacks up then buy it regardless of towbar or not.

Only my very un-professional opinion you understand but my D3 ownership was nothing but enjoyable and yes - it towed lots and lots of heavy loads.

Best of luck!  
Post #137868424th Nov 2014 9:45 pm
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Purchased mine with the purpose of towing my twin axle tintent and its really good the discovery's have no problems towing them Thumbs Up Thumbs Up Discovery 3 se gone
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Post #137869024th Nov 2014 9:51 pm
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