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Dave47
Member Since: 26 Oct 2021
Location: Kent
Posts: 2
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Hello, Green oval lovers, 
having had various Land Rovers since the 70's and currently
running a MY2008 Freelander 2, since 2016,
I'm now trying to resist the urge to run a Discovery 3 
now I know many on the Freel2 site will say "NO" but
having mooched around here for a few weeks it appears most
of you are very happy with your D3's,
so for now I'll glean more information on here
and at some point make my decision. 
Dave
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 7th Nov 2021 7:22 pm |
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DIY Ace
Member Since: 06 Feb 2019
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 879
 
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Welcome Dave. I moved up from 8 years of 2009 FL2 ownership to a 2005 D3...
I held the FL2 for a couple of years whilst I got used to the D3 in terms of maintenance. I needed a daily driver and the FL2 I kept as a backup for when (not if!) The D3 was randomly off the road. Both are brilliant and both serve different purposes. When trading up you'll notice the massively improved space inside the cabin - they are two widely different cars when it comes to passenger comfort and boot space. I also much prefer the driving position of the D3, it feels more upright with more glass and a superb view of the road.
There is nothing I'd swap back to the FL2 for (it has now sold), perhaps other than fuel economy.
Buy a D3 that is well looked after (mine wasn't and needed lots of fettling, but is now like new in the most part). Keep it well and you'll never look back! 2022 BMW i4 M50. Bought Oct 2022. 10,200 miles and counting...
2014 BMW 435d convertible. Bought July 2021. 58,000 miles and counting...
2005 Discovery 3 HSE Auto. Bought Feb 2019. 169,000 miles and counting...
2009 Freelander 2 XS Manual. Bought Sep 2013. SOLD Aug 2021 (already regretted!)
https://youtube.com/channel/UCO_u_0D45x9KGfiNstzLJnw
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| 7th Nov 2021 7:53 pm |
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Dave47
Member Since: 26 Oct 2021
Location: Kent
Posts: 2
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thank you DIY Ace, my previous drive was a D2 MY2003,
lovely motor, driven NC500 plus a fair bit of the highlands and regular
runs to SW Cornwall,
only problem,,,,,,the dreaded rust in the chassis rails, 
Dave
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| 7th Nov 2021 9:27 pm |
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Siebengebirge
Member Since: 08 Nov 2021
Location: Bonn
Posts: 3
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Hi guys,
just wanted to say hi to all the LandRover driver from around the world, especially UK. As our german board is offline at the moment I would to also be a member of this board.
I own a Discovery 3 from 2006 (2.7 TDV6) and a L322 TD6 from 2004.
Hope I can help you guys out with any questions you have.
Cheers,
Vincent
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| 8th Nov 2021 1:53 pm |
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Fdj
Member Since: 10 Nov 2021
Location: Steenbergen
Posts: 1
  
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Hi all!
Thank you foor adding me on this site.
I recently bought a used Disco4, 3 liter diesel. It's my 6th landrover. Before I drove 2 90's, a 109, a Freelander and a 110.
Now I'm a little bit older and more mony to spend, a comfortable Disco is our new vehicle for new tot discover travels on our vacantions.
Cheers Frits
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| 10th Nov 2021 10:20 am |
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sim2kuk
Member Since: 12 Nov 2021
Location: Hailsham
Posts: 1
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Evening all,
So this morning I decided (against my greater judgment) to take the plunge and purchase myself a Gunmetal Grey 2011 D4 HSE. Car has 130k miles, but in the last 30k has had the manifolds done, boot release, brakes, suspension arms, suspension bushes, and 10k ago the belts. Drives like a dream, air suspension seems good, paid £12k. I'm aware it's going to cost me money, but I'm happy to do that as I've not spent £40-45k on a second hand Disco 5, so there's some money to take the slack.
Now, I'd like to do some upgrades to it. First will be tinting rear windows (why you wouldn't tick that option I've no idea), but I would also like to ask what upgrades have people done that are worthwhile - pics please if possible? Is there an upgrade that can be done to get Android Auto on the Infotainment screen - I seem to remember something where you wire into Sat Nav or something? Also, rear tyres need doing - has pretty new Pirelli Scorpions on the front but cheapies on the back - are the Scorpions the best to use?
Anyway, glad to be part of the forum!
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| 12th Nov 2021 11:12 pm |
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aja4x4
Member Since: 14 Apr 2019
Location: Westbury
Posts: 2459
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First thing to buy is a good Diagnostic reader Gap lld is the best but expencive Autel AP200 does a simular job at around £50 but cant upgrade software or edit the car configeration files CCF. Andrew
D3 2.7tdv6 2005
D4 3.0 SDV6 Commercial died and gone to LR heaven
D5 3.0 SDV6 HSE
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| 13th Nov 2021 9:10 am |
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V8man
Member Since: 01 Jan 2021
Location: Dunno i was just following the satnav😳
Posts: 288
 
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Hello sim2kuk
There is a post on upgrade to android auto
Just use the search function.
I run pirelli scorpion verdes all round and think the pirellis are original equipment but others will have a different preference its sometimes just personal preference . 1996 Defender -died (now in landrover heaven😇)chassis to ashes , rust to dust !
2004 Defender td5 gone
2012 Evoque gone
2007 D3 V8 HSE
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| 13th Nov 2021 5:58 pm |
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TongaPress
Member Since: 02 Nov 2021
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 1
 
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Evening All, just a quick hello as I’m new to the group.
I’m now the proud owner of KW04UKK, it’s a press launch Disco3, used at the media launch in Scotland.
You may have seen it in last months LRO magazine, I’ve taken on custodianship from Luke Petch.
I’m based near Basingstoke/Reading.
I’m sure I’ll have a few questions along the way and look forward to meeting other members.
Have a good evening, Simon
*Photos from Luke Petch, except the one with my lab in the boot🐾🥾
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| 14th Nov 2021 8:24 pm |
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Sampath
Member Since: 15 Nov 2021
Location: Maharagama
Posts: 3
 
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Hi,
Im from Sri Lanka
Pls add Sri Lanka to your registration form
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| 15th Nov 2021 2:24 pm |
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TJW
Member Since: 15 Nov 2021
Location: NOVA
Posts: 1
 
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Hello Disco3 owners,
New to the forum but not to Rovers. Moved from a 2000 D2 to a 2008 D3. At 120,000 miles and not immune to the standard maladies, so maintenance has become a priority. Early on changed the diff fluids, brakes at all 4 corners and rebuilt the EAS compressor and valve blocks. Recently replaced front struts, rear drive shaft and transmission filter.
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| 15th Nov 2021 2:55 pm |
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DiscoIV
Member Since: 17 Nov 2021
Location: Cotswolds
Posts: 4
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Hello all, just purchased a 2015 Disco 4 HSE in Aintree Green and loving it, hoping this community will provide lots of info and enjoyment!
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| 18th Nov 2021 11:41 am |
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ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
Posts: 2154
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Welcome to all the new members and owners of the Discovery
You're all mad...mad I tell you  Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
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| 18th Nov 2021 2:00 pm |
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Staffy
Member Since: 26 May 2021
Location: Staffs Moorlands
Posts: 2
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Hi to all 
I've been a member for a while but not posted before. Decided a D3 is to be my next Land Rover, it was one of these or a 3.6 L322 tdv8. I've been trying to make up my mind for a while now as I knew my last D2 was dying and was sold for parts yesterday. No longer as young as I used to be so the series has also recently been sold, so now is the first time I am Land Rover less in 26 years! That needs fixing pretty damn quick
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| 19th Nov 2021 9:39 pm |
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zero
Member Since: 20 Nov 2021
Location: LINARES
Posts: 2
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Greetings mate.
I've been checking your post. And unfortunately I am also in the same situation. What differs for me is that I own a Tdv8 RRS and have recently changed the 2 turbos. And I've been with the happy error code p132e22 for almost 2 years. Little by little we have been advancing in the definitive solution.
But we've already tried everything. To the point of removing and putting the turbos 4 times, without removing the body or anything. Intercooler hoses, suction hoses, maf sensors, clean map sensors (I will try the solution that the colleague comments to install a new one).
My case is very similar if not identical. I erase the code p132e22 and start the engine. Normally the engine is heard and accelerates like new just up to 30 seconds. Once this time interval has elapsed, the fault appears on the display and the sound changes to low with the corresponding lack of power.
The connectors are checked, the hoses too (unless some sleeve has a very small pore and is invisible to the eye). The pressure and outlet pipes of the intercooler are changed new. New metal clamps.
The only thing we see in the machine is that the air sensor (MAF) sucks half when disconnecting that turbo. As long as it works fine. Both MAF sensors register the same values.
I have checked the 2 turbos for machine flow and actuator opening and both are identified. And even so, the fault keeps popping up.
I have also checked the egr valves and they both work properly. But by assuming that perhaps some should not close completely and cause the problem. I have canceled them mechanically. But the error keeps popping up.
New diesel filter. etc etc...
The data you mention is also familiar to me ... I also accelerate and at idle my turbo opening data stays at 0.1%
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| 20th Nov 2021 9:12 am |
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