Member Since: 24 Jul 2018
Location: Pezinok
Posts: 10
Hi from new member.
Reading up for some time we have just taken the jump for a "low mileage" MY2008 disco 3 manual coiler.
Will replace our 2008 Defender 110 for our european overlanding trips.
Dont mention we're going to regret it.
It is a hard decision emotionally as the defender has been a very (although intensively modified) reliable partner for 8 years and in faultless condition but with family expansion in mind and the opportunity for this D3 (Italy-rust free and in very very mind condition) reason ruled.
Or at least that is how we explain it ourselves. We rapidly need to take the D3 on a trip to gain confidence.
I'm sure i'll do a write-up of some sorts once the D3 mods and tweaks start and hope i one day can contribute to this reference site for D3.
Looking forward
tatra805
13th Aug 2018 8:57 pm
Juddies
Member Since: 13 Aug 2018
Location: Lincolnshire
Posts: 1
New to the disco3.co.uk site.
Hi, l am new to your site and have joined due to the fact l am looking for a Discovery 3. I have heard that this site is very helpful. I have had loads of cars through out my time and before l reach 50 years of age l want to be part of the Land Rover family. I love the look of the 4 but can probably only afford a 3, l know they have their problems and with your help if that’s ok hopefully l can buy a good one and keep it up to date with services. Any advice on where to look for what l need to buy one would be great, many thanks.
13th Aug 2018 9:08 pm
Bigmart
Member Since: 21 Aug 2018
Location: Plymouth uk
Posts: 5
D3 noob
Just purchased my first decent car and decided to go with the D3 so I'm here to show it off as I'm a tad proud of myself lol.
Pics aren't the best but I didn't take many. Will take more and update.
21st Aug 2018 12:21 am
lynalldiscovery
Member Since: 22 Dec 2009
Location: Maidstone
Posts: 7274
Number plate seems to show its a 2007?
If thats the case serach oil pump failure and look into it asap and see if its been done, probabaly the most important job on a D3 and the one failure that can and will financially write off the car.
Also worth checking the mot history to see if theres any advisories etc
21st Aug 2018 12:35 am
Bigmart
Member Since: 21 Aug 2018
Location: Plymouth uk
Posts: 5
No advisories. Straight through. I know it had a service last week at the cost of about 800 pound. I will check it to see if it was done. Thankyou
21st Aug 2018 12:42 am
Dakwilly
Member Since: 21 Aug 2018
Location: Somme
Posts: 8
Hi
I'm a new owner of a old D3.
I also have a defender 110 300 TDi, a 109 SIII.
I have a lot of problem to solve with may "new" car, that's why i'm reading a lot of posts.
Many thanks for your help in this new adventure.
I think you will understand that i don't speak english very well......
21st Aug 2018 4:27 pm
WaterD
Member Since: 24 Aug 2018
Location: Glos
Posts: 5
Just joined
Hello
Just about to purchase my first D3 after being a 90 / 110 / Defender owner for around 25 years. Found the vehicle and agreed the price.
Looking forward to talking and driving at the same time
24th Aug 2018 3:48 pm
Macca61
Member Since: 24 Aug 2018
Location: Bucks
Posts: 1
New
Hi all just bought myself a 2006 tdv6 hse collect it tomorrow, upgrade from a 2003 Discovery 2 hopefully a much more refined tool.
Cheers
Gordon
24th Aug 2018 4:24 pm
MichalS
Member Since: 25 Aug 2018
Location: Doha
Posts: 1
Disco 3 from the Gulf
Greetings, bought my first Land Rover. Happened to be Disco 3 HSE 4.4 V8. I moved to Qatar last year and naturally needed 4x4 for some dunning trips People here ride their land cruisers and patrols. Thought i will stand out in disco and still keep up with them.
Cheers
Michal
25th Aug 2018 5:58 am
climber_rob
Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: Borders
Posts: 5
Hi all,
Since I'm now the proud owner of 2005 D3 HSE, I thought I should say hello.
The site was really helpful in selecting a vehicle and knowing what to look for when viewing and test driving. Time will tell what I missed!
It's great to be a Landrover owner again, although I'm hoping the experience will be more comfortable and less expensive than when I had a 110 15 years ago (replaced gearbox, engine, welding......).
Robert
25th Aug 2018 8:41 am
BundyDave
Member Since: 17 Jun 2018
Location: Herefordshire
Posts: 11
Newbie hello
Hi everyone - just joined (well.. I joined in June before I got my car haha)...
I just sold my FL1 facelift (after only 6 mths - it wasn't for me) and picked up my lovely 2006 D3 SE manual. "Black Betty" cant wait to do some tweaks....
I'm based in Herefordshire let me know please of any events or meet-ups in the area?
cheers Dave
Newbie and now a proud 2006 Disco 3 SE owner
25th Aug 2018 5:41 pm
Markyboy1975
Member Since: 14 Dec 2017
Location: Staffordshire
Posts: 7
New (ish) to website, time to say hello.
Hi all, upgraded from D2 to D3 in December 2017 and have been following this website ever since.
Finically decided to say hello and get involved after months of using all the good advice on here.
I got myself a HSE spec with 113k in bonatti grey and black leather interior.
Had a few issues with leaking sunroof drains etc but were resolved under warranty.
Finally started to get chance to begin upgrading it, the most significant things so far being headlight de-tango and some rock / tree sliders.
While I'm here, are there any users in the Staffordshire/ Derbyshire region that Could help me out with an IID tool (with payment of course) ?
25th Aug 2018 11:19 pm
Russell
Member Since: 24 Aug 2007
Location: Kent
Posts: 10564
Welcome to the mad useMY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
MY15 D4 HSE Kaikoura Stone
MY12 D4 HSE Nara Bronze Sold and gone
MY11 D4 HSE Stornaway Grey Sold and gone
D3 S spec Silver Sold and gone
Tow bar, full length roof bars, side steps, tow bar storage unit, surround camers.
D4 camera club
26th Aug 2018 12:00 am
Narpy
Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830
Give forum member Beanie a shout, he's near Stafford and will help.
Contact him here: https://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/member-beanie.htmlMods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here.
26th Aug 2018 1:49 am
Markyboy1975
Member Since: 14 Dec 2017
Location: Staffordshire
Posts: 7
Cheers Narpy, will give him a shout and see what he can do.
Great grill mod thread by the way.
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one would be great, many thanks.
