Very, very disappointing that my much loved D3 has suffered a major engine failure. Question is, what is the best thing to do with it now? I have clocked up 158k miles in it, dealer serviced since new and until the engine went into self destruct, it had been incredibly reliable and still drove like it did the day I bought it.
I understand that the cost of having a new engine fitted is likely to be more than the value of the vehicle, so given that what is the best option to recover as much money as I can to put towards my next Disco? I don't have the time or space to take it apart and sell the bits.
It is a 57 plate 2008 HSE with TV, privacy glass and tow pack options, 4 almost new General Grabber AT tyres on the original alloys.
Would appreciate any suggestions.(57) 2008 HSE
6th Jan 2015 12:42 am
Gareth Site Moderator
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It would be worth contacting Pete from Landrover customer relations forum, he may be able offer some good advice?
6th Jan 2015 12:52 am
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6th Jan 2015 12:54 am
Kingmav66
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As Gareth said, I would try Pete from LR Customer Services
What has failed on it? Is it the cambelt tensioner mounting point?
6th Jan 2015 1:16 am
grahamk
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Seems to be another from the well documented "problem years" group. Hope LR customer services help. There can be no denying that vehicles this age have a serious design flaw.3 Flash Indicators
Clock on Dash
GVIF & Reverse Camera
D4 Bluetooth
EGR's Blanked
6th Jan 2015 1:19 am
wobbley
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If u do decide to sell as is can u let me know
6th Jan 2015 8:16 am
happymug
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That is an option I am thinking about. Have sent you a PM.(57) 2008 HSE
6th Jan 2015 11:36 am
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Have you contacted Pete@LandRover? Peeps with similar issue have had a replacement engine paid for by LR.
6th Jan 2015 11:39 am
Oswiperus D3 Decade
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As others have said, contact Pete. As your disco has as full LRSH you are a prime candidate to get some help from Land Rover. Your failure is most likely to be one of two known issues being a 2008MY.
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Sorry to hear about your problems HappyMug.
Have you found out what the cause of your engine failure is then? I've read about quite a few occasions of people with similar problems. Mostly cambelt issues and oil pump issues.
6th Jan 2015 12:41 pm
happymug
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Regarding the actual engine fault - I don't have the knowledge to be able to confirm, but the AA man was quite sure it was terminal and suggested "bottom end". It did (reluctantly) restart but sounded very sick so I don't want to try that again for fear of doing more damage.
Many thanks for the suggestions to contact Pete. I have PM'd him and will hold my breath while I wait for a reply.(57) 2008 HSE
6th Jan 2015 4:23 pm
Redgull
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Engines go for around £2,500[3,500 got to be worth doing if the disco is in good nick,would last a long time after that,with a good resale price too,
6th Jan 2015 5:49 pm
Disco_Mikey
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£2500 for a low mile engine from Eurojag
£1000-1500 labour to replace
£500-£1000 of "extras" cam belts, brake pipes etc
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It sounds too good to break personally I'd contact Pete but prepare for a new engine. Although I've never had any work done by Mikey I'd go to him to have it fitted.
With everything I have read on this forum DisoMikey is a disco whisperer plus he's changed the engine on his D3.Geoff: EGR's blanked, gearbox flushed, allisport hoses, BAS Remap, 3 flash indicator, D4 bluetooth, remote FBH
Uncle Ray: Spare wheel protector
Flack: Reverse camera
Allisport de-cat pipe, D4 19" alloys, D4 piano black steering wheel, piano black interior, colour coded trim, cubby fridge, full length roof rails
At that price I think I would be considering the engine replacement if you haven't suffered any other grimlins with the car. It also depends on how you feel about the car. Is it your pride and joy or have you been considering an upgrade to a D4 for some time now. Many things to consider. Heart over head and for me it's heart (pride and joy ) or just triggers broom.
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that my much loved D3 has suffered a major engine failure. Question is, what is the best thing to do with it now? I have clocked up 158k miles in it, dealer serviced since new and until the engine went into self destruct, it had been incredibly reliable and still drove like it did the day I bought it.
