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It's nice but do these changes justify a new number?
From disco 1 to 2 was a real change
from disco 2 to 3 was a complete new car
but this is just a D3 with a new grill, lights and interieur. Personally I think it should still be a D3.Roel
1997 Camel Trophy Disco ex-P101JWK (traded it for a Britains 42101)
1984 90 TD5
2005 G4 Disco 3 BN55WPT
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8th Apr 2009 8:05 am
ronp
Member Since: 29 Nov 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
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Don't like it.
It's looking more like a cross between an FL2 & RRS.
Doesn't look like a serious off roader imo, it's looks are more citified.
Ideal for getting up the nose of the greenies and fitting in with their Chelsea Tractor categorisation.
Not for me thanks....... always on the road less travelled 🚧
< ‘tis but a mere scratch …….. it’ll polish out.
8th Apr 2009 8:20 am
tanters
Member Since: 24 Oct 2007
Location: Oireland
Posts: 4287
The toggle yoke is in an awkward position dont you think
Sorry dont like the interior, way too much like an RRS/ FR2. IF I wanted a Chelsea Tractor I'd buy a Q7 A happy childhood ... is the worst possible preparation for life.
8th Apr 2009 8:36 am
DG Site Moderator
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Old news to some 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
Don't like it.
It's looking more like a cross between an FL2 & RRS.
Doesn't look like a serious off roader imo, it's looks are more citified.
Ideal for getting up the nose of the greenies and fitting in with their Chelsea Tractor categorisation.
Not for me thanks.
But Ron, you have fitted 20" alloys to yours!
8th Apr 2009 8:59 am
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DiscoDad wrote:
But Ron, you have fitted 20" alloys to yours!
But Les, don't know what wheel size has got to do with it?
There are 17", 18" 19" and now 20"
My 20's run AT tyres & sidewall height is marginally greater than that of 19's....... always on the road less travelled 🚧
< ‘tis but a mere scratch …….. it’ll polish out.
'salright Ron, was only having a cheeky dig with 20's being usually found on 'chelsea tractors'.
8th Apr 2009 10:04 am
748scratcher
Member Since: 19 May 2008
Location: Brough
Posts: 214
I agree with Roel, not enough of change for the re-branding, should still be badged as a D3, like the rear but not sure of the front.
8th Apr 2009 6:22 pm
POINTYED
Member Since: 22 Mar 2008
Location: BURY,LANCS
Posts: 2758
oooohhhh!
me rike much
dunc life is tooooo short.enjoy the moment.dont worry be happy
club BSS
8th Apr 2009 7:43 pm
MacLeod 313
Member Since: 18 Apr 2008
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dunc, you turncoat
8th Apr 2009 8:23 pm
ashlr2004
Member Since: 27 Aug 2008
Location: Nelson, Lancashire
Posts: 166
Wonder what it looks like with an A Bar, Winch and Lamp Guards on?
Are Land Rover going away from the off road look (plus off road accessories) and going down Audi's route of non road 4x4s. If it ain't got 4 wheels, Don't Bother.
8th Apr 2009 8:40 pm
simon
Member Since: 11 Jan 2005
Location: Shropshire
Posts: 18296
Roel wrote:
It's nice but do these changes justify a new number?
From disco 1 to 2 was a real change
from disco 2 to 3 was a complete new car
but this is just a D3 with a new grill, lights and interieur. Personally I think it should still be a D3.
Its quite a major change TBH... interior is all new inc door interiors, seats, and practically the whole front dash. I'm sure there are many software changes too for TR and vehicle dynamics etc.
Quote:
Major changes have been made to the Disco’s chassis to enhance its ride and handling.
The roll centres have been moved up by 42mm at the front and 62mm at the rear, and component changes include new suspension knuckles, a fatter anti-roll bar, new bushes and a new variable-ratio steering rack. The car also gets a recalibrated centre differential.
Like the two Range Rovers, the Discovery gets a roll stability set-up, reduced understeer, upgraded brakes and a trailer assist program that uses selective wheel braking to prevent fishtailing while towing.
A 5in TFT screen is fitted between the instrument dials; it can display information such as turn-by-turn sat-nav guidance. Mapping information is stored on a 40Gb hard drive.
The five-camera, 360-degree road view set-up is an option that will, Land Rover says, be useful for drivers who want to hitch up a trailer.
Its revision 4 / version 4 of the Discovery.
Seems well worth the increase in number...
@DG yep been there seen that
8th Apr 2009 8:54 pm
thorgal
Member Since: 26 Nov 2008
Location: on the east side
Posts: 549
I am going to New York this Saturday too visit Auto show see what this beast looks like from up close.Yeeeee!!
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