Member Since: 28 Aug 2007
Location: East Yorkshire
Posts: 3292
Bought a D5
Not getting it for a couple weeks... but...
I have a superb 2005MY D3 which I've had for the best part of 14 years. Love it. Still takes us to the Alps and SW France twice a year. Would probably still take it!
Mrs C has an ageing Passat that needed replacing, so we're sticking with the D3 and after months of deliberation from I-Pace (which I very nearly pulled the trigger on) via a Defender... however my decision was based on the fact that it didn't actually solve a problem my D3 didn't (which is in superb condition)... I also would really miss the boot! love sitting on the boot of it with the tailgate up watching the kids play sport, and it's really useful for getting them changed under the roof out of muddy kit, and putting dogs in the boot without worrying about scuffing the bumper.
Had kind of dismissed the D5, but kept coming back to the boot...!
So just bought a new Carapathian Grey HSE, SDV6 with loads of extras. Totally love it! Genuinely think it's really underrated!2020 SDV6 D5 HSE, Carpathian Grey +
2022 Tesla Model Y LR... almost Carpathian Grey
Previously : 2005 TDV6 SE Auto, Cairns Blue (288K) - ours for 16 years
6th Aug 2020 8:55 pm
DG Site Moderator
Member Since: 12 Dec 2005
Location: The Gaff
Posts: 50978
Good choice John 21 year LR veteran > D2 GS 2003 > D3 S 2006 > D3 HSE 2009 > D4 HSE 2013 > D4 HSE 2015 > D5 HSE 2018 > DS HSE R-Dynamic P300e 2021
6th Aug 2020 9:16 pm
Moo D3 Decade
Member Since: 13 Aug 2010
Location: UK
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Re: Bought a D5
John C wrote:
Not getting it for a couple weeks... but...
I have a superb 2005MY D3 which I've had for the best part of 14 years. Love it. Still takes us to the Alps and SW France twice a year. Would probably still take it!
Mrs C has an ageing Passat that needed replacing, so we're sticking with the D3 and after months of deliberation from I-Pace (which I very nearly pulled the trigger on) via a Defender... however my decision was based on the fact that it didn't actually solve a problem my D3 didn't (which is in superb condition)... I also would really miss the boot! love sitting on the boot of it with the tailgate up watching the kids play sport, and it's really useful for getting them changed under the roof out of muddy kit, and putting dogs in the boot without worrying about scuffing the bumper.
Had kind of dismissed the D5, but kept coming back to the boot...!
So just bought a new Carapathian Grey HSE, SDV6 with loads of extras. Totally love it! Genuinely think it's really underrated!
Specsavers didn't work then?
Enjoy. New Defender L663 110 SE (known as Noddy!)
Sold Volvo XC90 R-Design (known as Basil)
Sold - D4 HSE (Known as Gerty)
No longer the Old Buses original owner
231,000 miles and counting
05 S manual owned from March 2005
D4 Face lifted
Still original injectors and turbo
V8 Front brakes
BAS Remap, Allisport Intercooler and deCat
EGRs blanked
T-Max split charge
Hanibal Expeedition rack
Prospeed ladder
Duratrac tyres
IID BT
BAS FBH control
6th Aug 2020 9:38 pm
John C
Member Since: 28 Aug 2007
Location: East Yorkshire
Posts: 3292
already getting a bit of stick from a few pals. I didn't like the look of them originally, but has really grown on me!! Heart is still in the D3. Hoping it will see 300K!2020 SDV6 D5 HSE, Carpathian Grey +
2022 Tesla Model Y LR... almost Carpathian Grey
Previously : 2005 TDV6 SE Auto, Cairns Blue (288K) - ours for 16 years
6th Aug 2020 9:40 pm
al cope
Member Since: 08 Nov 2005
Location: Oldbury, WM
Posts: 10352
Nice one John - really enjoy mine. Its so much better than the D3 or D4 in many ways - OK, its different, not a"straight" replacement as such, but its a nicer place to sit and be with the world going by outside.
Enjoy
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Gone - MY18 D5 HSE - Corris on 22's with Black Pack
Now gone - MY16 D4 SE Tech, Loire Blue, Almond Leather, Privacy, plus some other goodies.
Old - MY12 D4 SDV6 XS Auto - Ipanema Sand with Almond Leather - Plus other niceties, and D4.com sticker
Older - D3 TDV6 XS Auto - Lugano Teal with Almond Leather, 20" Stormers, Shiny Tailpipes, DVD/TV - and obligatory D3 sticker
Ancient - D3 TDV6 S - Tonga with Ebony, 20" Stormers, satnav & DVD
7th Aug 2020 7:22 am
RogB
Member Since: 15 Jun 2018
Location: Mansfield
Posts: 1729
sounds a perfect motor and with the added benefit of the being the V6
and lets not forget that many people, myself included, took a long long while to like the D3 when it first came out with its big slab sides and van like appearance.
at least with the offset number plate the D5 cant be mistake for any other clone on the road 2011 D4 XS 305 MY12 - gone but not forgotten
7th Aug 2020 7:40 am
LT
Member Since: 31 Dec 2005
Location: South West
Posts: 23824
Hope that you enjoy it.
By the end of the weekend I’ll have clocked up 10k miles in the 69 plate D5 SDV6 “loaner”. The engine is freeing up now and it feels even quicker. The lie o meter is telling 31.7mpg. Which even assuming it’s out by 10% would be good for how I’ve been driving it.
I still don’t like the much smaller glass area and the fact that you sit in rather than on it. That’s of course personal preference though. To me it feels like an estate car, albeit one that is higher up. I can’t see the corners, so I don’t like taking it off road. Again my personal opinion.
Aside from the unacceptable software glitches, which are infuriating but presumably an easy fix with new downloads (it’s barely 6 months old ), if you like it and it suits yours needs there’s a lot going for it.
I will say that the new SDV6 does make all the difference. It really does feel powerful, with just me on board there probably isn’t much if anything in it compared to my SDV8 FFRR. Totally different power delivery of course, but probably just as quick.
As already said, it’s not a direct replacement for the D4. To me it feels much more of a car than a 4X4. Judge it for what it is and it’s very good. The styling is a “Marmite” thing. I still really don’t like it, but each to their own.2006 D3 HSE (Original & still the best)-GONE
2010 D4 HSE (A bit bling)-GONE
2014 D4 HSE (Almost too bling)-GONE
2015 D4 HSE (A heated what?)-GONE
2016 D4 Landmark (Written Off)-GONE
2016 D4 Landmark (Surely the last!) PD1881 rims-GONE
2017 FFRR SDV8 Autobiography (now semi-retired)
7th Aug 2020 8:06 am
G3Z
Member Since: 16 Dec 2018
Location: South Wales
Posts: 558
I’ll definitely be considering a 5 myself further down the line - although I’ll probably go for the SD4.Defender 110 2.4 TDCi Utility Station Wagon.
2007 Disco 3 GS TDV6 Manual
200,000+ mile club 😎
7th Aug 2020 8:13 am
John C
Member Since: 28 Aug 2007
Location: East Yorkshire
Posts: 3292
Thanks all for the messages!
Interesting stuff LT - kind of very similar view to mine! I really noticed the different seating position and kind of like it. My D3 feels like the family local beater, but the D5 will be nice, particularly as it feels like holidays for the forceable future will involve long drives and as my work driving starts a bit, trains and planes are off the cards for a while!2020 SDV6 D5 HSE, Carpathian Grey +
2022 Tesla Model Y LR... almost Carpathian Grey
Previously : 2005 TDV6 SE Auto, Cairns Blue (288K) - ours for 16 years
7th Aug 2020 8:13 am
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
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Location: Off again! :-)
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No pics etc. We’ll be kind, honest.
7th Aug 2020 8:16 am
John C
Member Since: 28 Aug 2007
Location: East Yorkshire
Posts: 3292
Not getting until 1st Sept - will post pics then!!! 2020 SDV6 D5 HSE, Carpathian Grey +
2022 Tesla Model Y LR... almost Carpathian Grey
Previously : 2005 TDV6 SE Auto, Cairns Blue (288K) - ours for 16 years
7th Aug 2020 8:16 am
RRSTDV8
Member Since: 07 Apr 2014
Location: Here
Posts: 13541
LT wrote:
Hope that you enjoy it.
By the end of the weekend I’ll have clocked up 10k miles in the 69 plate D5 SDV6 “loaner”.
Without wishing to hijack the OP's thread, what's wrong with your FFRR that's taking so long to sort?Visiting from rrsport.co.uk
2012 RRS SDV6
2008 RRS TDV8
"When you fire that first shot, no matter how right you feel, you have no idea who's going to die! You don't know who's children are going to scream and burn. How many hearts will be broken. How many lives shattered. How much blood will spill, until everybody does what they were always going to have to do from the very beginning: SIT DOWN AND TALK!"
7th Aug 2020 8:45 am
mse
Member Since: 27 Jun 2005
Location: Shropshire
Posts: 2704
You will love it enjoyMike
8th Aug 2020 10:52 pm
LT
Member Since: 31 Dec 2005
Location: South West
Posts: 23824
RRSTDV8 wrote:
LT wrote:
Hope that you enjoy it.
By the end of the weekend I’ll have clocked up 10k miles in the 69 plate D5 SDV6 “loaner”.
Without wishing to hijack the OP's thread, what's wrong with your FFRR that's taking so long to sort?
Lockdown in Wales and the fact that Stratstones Newport Service centre only started back mid July hasnt helped. Prior to lockdown they fitted a new high pressure fuel pump, which didn’t sort it.
They’ve fitted new turbos a fortnight ago but haven’t got back to me yet!2006 D3 HSE (Original & still the best)-GONE
2010 D4 HSE (A bit bling)-GONE
2014 D4 HSE (Almost too bling)-GONE
2015 D4 HSE (A heated what?)-GONE
2016 D4 Landmark (Written Off)-GONE
2016 D4 Landmark (Surely the last!) PD1881 rims-GONE
2017 FFRR SDV8 Autobiography (now semi-retired)
8th Aug 2020 11:45 pm
RRSTDV8
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Visiting from rrsport.co.uk
2012 RRS SDV6
2008 RRS TDV8
"When you fire that first shot, no matter how right you feel, you have no idea who's going to die! You don't know who's children are going to scream and burn. How many hearts will be broken. How many lives shattered. How much blood will spill, until everybody does what they were always going to have to do from the very beginning: SIT DOWN AND TALK!"
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), if you like it and it suits yours needs there’s a lot going for it.
