Member Since: 21 Mar 2017
Location: Ayrshire
Posts: 266
Hi Sumo,
I am in the same place. Just about to purchase a disco 3. Welcome to disco3.co.uk
30th Sep 2017 10:14 pm
Morepower
Member Since: 18 May 2012
Location: Somerset
Posts: 166
New owner
Hi all, I am picking up a disco 3 this week so wanted to say hello I’m getting a silver 2005, black leather all the normal kit plus a dvd in the roof ( the dog will enjoy that), it’s got 122k on the clock with a very comprehensive history and 12.5 k spent over the past 2 years 😜(new turbo, air pump a/c overhaul to name a few) so I’m hoping for good things from it 😀
I have a couple of queries.
I have a superchips bluefin from my old rrsport, is the superchips mapping any good for the disco?
Which is the best diagnostics tool, I’ve narrowed it to a gap iid or an icarsoft, (this is the cheaper one but no good if it doesn’t do the job)
I’ve purchased a tow bar to tow my caravan, we only use it 4/5 times a year so will this be up to the job or do I need an upgraded one if so will Land Rover still do it for free given the age of the car?
how do I find out if if it’s had all the recalls done?
Cheers
Graham
1st Oct 2017 8:27 am
Landrover-jack
Member Since: 01 Oct 2017
Location: Oxfordshire
Posts: 3
Hi all
Names Jack from Oxford. Looking into getting into discovery 3/4 ownership.
Coming from a hilux but now want something more comfy.
Cheers Jack
1st Oct 2017 8:32 pm
B4x4C
Member Since: 03 Oct 2017
Location: Texas
Posts: 1
Hello all!
3rd Oct 2017 3:22 pm
LeeOggyO
Member Since: 03 Oct 2017
Location: exeter
Posts: 4
Buying a D3 Budget of £12000 - Advice
Hi,
Owned a 4x4 pick up for 7 years (sorry) but really want a Disco 3. They all seem to be 9k - 12k from 08/09 plate. Any advice on mileage to avoid or anything bad about the 2.7 engine as a friend mechanic says the 2.7 will all fail anywhere between 70k to 150k but normally around 120k ????
3rd Oct 2017 8:51 pm
MattW007
Member Since: 05 Oct 2017
Location: North West
Posts: 1
Hi,
Just saying hello, as I'm looking to get a D3.
Just sold my faithful D1, after 7 years, and already getting withdrawal symptoms from a green oval on the drive.
Cheers,
Matt
5th Oct 2017 11:59 am
Articandy
Member Since: 05 Oct 2017
Location: east sussex
Posts: 5
Finally bought a discovery 3
Just to say hello. I've just bought this d3 very pleased with it hopefully it will be pain free I also own a 110 utility 63plate and a 90fplate so are quite used to picking up a screwdriver or large hammer!
5th Oct 2017 4:32 pm
Luke108
Member Since: 05 Oct 2017
Location: Warsaw
Posts: 3
Hello everyone, searching for my first D3, thanks for this useful forum!
5th Oct 2017 7:11 pm
LRV DAV
Member Since: 21 Mar 2017
Location: Ayrshire
Posts: 266
Hi Luke,
Welcome. make sure you check out the for sale section here.
5th Oct 2017 10:10 pm
Luke108
Member Since: 05 Oct 2017
Location: Warsaw
Posts: 3
Yeah.. not many from Poland though, or at least left side steering wheel, anyway.
6th Oct 2017 7:04 am
kajtzu
Member Since: 11 Aug 2017
Location: Helsinki
Posts: 6577
I’m sure you know his already but mobile.de and AutoScout24 are a good place to start if you’re looking for used ones besides the (possible) Polish used cars sales boards.
Check the forums for inspection checklists, what to look for, etc. I would also suggest having a LR specific OBD2 reader. At least here, most shops don’t seem to clear codes after servicing so you can get all kinds of clues from reading the history... or whether there are any active.
6th Oct 2017 7:18 am
Luke108
Member Since: 05 Oct 2017
Location: Warsaw
Posts: 3
Thanks kajtzu, the sites familiar and checked regularly. As I understand how history and proper check are important with these I am inclining more to finding one here in the country and having it checked before buying at one of the leading LR garages. Not to mention the 20% duty they charge us here on imported cars.
6th Oct 2017 7:25 am
kajtzu
Member Since: 11 Aug 2017
Location: Helsinki
Posts: 6577
At least here the dealer brand is not good enough to guarantee a good car...... do your own due diligence and inspect it really well.
6th Oct 2017 7:29 am
Pat the track
Member Since: 07 Oct 2017
Location: Kent
Posts: 1
Hello , Put a deposit down on my 1st Discovery 3 today Found this site via a problem page so thought it could be a very useful place to look if one has a problem
7th Oct 2017 10:43 pm
Rocky2397
Member Since: 10 Oct 2017
Location: Sheffield
Posts: 16
Hello
Hi hope I don't have to use this forum too often to solve faults and looking forward to my first disc that I pick up tomorrow, thanks Chris. [/u]
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I’m getting a silver 2005, black leather all the normal kit plus a dvd in the roof ( the dog will enjoy that), it’s got 122k on the clock with a very comprehensive history and 12.5 k spent over the past 2 years 😜(new turbo, air pump a/c overhaul to name a few) so I’m hoping for good things from it 😀
I also own a 110 utility 63plate and a 90fplate so are quite used to picking up a screwdriver or large hammer!
do your own due diligence and inspect it really well.
