Landrover Discovery TDI 1995

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Hi,
My advise would be to buy it.
I had a petrol Disco for 5 years and have recently bought a TD5 Disco. I had a great run out of the first Disco and hope to get the same out of this one. They are unbelievably good value compared to Jap 4wds. The only disadvantage with the TDI is they are fairly gutless. Have a drive of it and see if you can live with the power. They are very capable off road and good tow vehicles. Fuel economy is good.
Suggest you check out AULRO for more info.

from Marty.

Another area to look at jag6670, is the alpine lights which tend to rust underneath the rubber.
I had one and it was reliable and economical but as others have said a bit gutless, but saying that we towed our van all over WA without problems.
As others have said check aulro.com.au for all info. on any LR.
Cheers.
Alan.

Hello,

I drive a 98 300 Tdi Disco Manual and in the old money consistently get 30 mpg or 11kkm per litre, or 9 litres per 100 km, this is everyday driving. Have owned 300 Tdi autos and for town driving you tend to be in a lower gear than a manual.
Like any vehicle if it is high Ks then repair will be likely.
What I especially like about this engine is it is no rocket science, just an old fashioned push rod engine that is very relaible.
Naturally I am biased due to my business

Alan

recently sold my 94 Manual 300Tdi and replaced it with an 80 series for the room.

I miss the disco, fantastic on fuel (10l per 100km.. better on the highway)

go for it

JAG6670,

Don't buy it! It'll be gutless, the interior plastic's really poor quality, you'll be on a neverending chase to get rid of the oil leaks and the tailgate rattle will annoy the hell out of you. It'll get great economy, feel like you're cruising down the highway in your loungechair (maybe because they pull the same speed) and you'll become emotionally attached to the thing. I had a 1997 TDi Discovery and everytime I see it I wish I still owned it! :-)

The timing belt alignment issue is overcome with full kit that replaces the gears and idlers to stop the belt walking forward. Have heard no ill reports about the auto. Get the roof checked and repaired correctly and it'll give no further rust issues. Oh, and make sure your insurance covers windscreens too, as the moulds need to be replaced each time the screen's replaced and that doubles the bill!