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  1. 16th June 2012, 12:01 PM #1
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    2.7 D4 Runout Sale

    What are they replacing the 2.7 with? They are advertising as part of the end of financial year sales the 2.7 model runout.

    I am looking past this thinking the 8 speed is on it's way, and there will be two variants of the 3.0l with a base model 6 speed and a SE and HSE 8 speed, even though my dealer denies we are getting the 8 Speed.

    As I am now confirmed that I will be ordering a new D4 at the end of the year (replacing the D2) I am hoping my timing is perfect for the SE 3.0L with an 8 speed.

    Has anyone heard any more around the 8 speed and know about why they are running out the 2.7?


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    We have been told that we are "not" getting the 8 speed for the 13MY.
    Our regulations don't require it, so no need to up the cost of the vehicle for no reason.
    What they are doing is only speculation at the moment , but a down tuned, stripped 3.0ltr looks like what "may" happen.
    Watch this space!

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    Quote Originally Posted by sniegy View Post
    We have been told that we are "not" getting the 8 speed for the 13MY.
    Our regulations don't require it, so no need to up the cost of the vehicle for no reason.
    What they are doing is only speculation at the moment , but a down tuned, stripped 3.0ltr looks like what "may" happen.
    Watch this space!

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    Hey Pete,
    One thing for sure is that the 2.7 Lt motor is being deleted.
    Any news on the wheel size availability, given that all engine's will be a 3.0Lt ?



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    Craig,
    No spec's or any info yet, they will dribble through in the coming months. ( hopefully)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Disco4SE View Post
    Hey Pete,
    One thing for sure is that the 2.7 Lt motor is being deleted.
    Any news on the wheel size availability, given that all engine's will be a 3.0Lt ?



    Cheers, Craig
    If you look at the UK site which has a real poverty pack (Commercial) with the lower output 3.0 it is still fitted with 19". The limiting factor has always been the physical size of the brakes that are fitted to vehicles with the 3.0 vs the smaller brakes fitted to the 2.7 models.
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    Quote Originally Posted by sniegy View Post
    We have been told that we are "not" getting the 8 speed for the 13MY.
    Our regulations don't require it, so no need to up the cost of the vehicle for no reason.
    What they are doing is only speculation at the moment , but a down tuned, stripped 3.0ltr looks like what "may" happen.
    Watch this space!

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    Thanks Pete, it's a shame as the positive selling point would be the excellent fuel economy for such a big car. Still have to wait until the end of the year, but you never know fingers crossed.

    Pete will send you a note towards the year if ok, as my experiences with the sales team from my local dealer means I have no intention of buying the D4 from them, so may see what your team can do.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sniegy View Post
    We have been told that we are "not" getting the 8 speed for the 13MY.
    Our regulations don't require it, so no need to up the cost of the vehicle for no reason.
    What they are doing is only speculation at the moment , but a down tuned, stripped 3.0ltr looks like what "may" happen.
    Watch this space!

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    Can you expand on the 'regulatory' requirement for an 8sp gearbox? Or with the 8sp does it delete the need for a low range transfer case?
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    19" Wheels

    I'm tipping that Gordon is going to ne very busy importing the 18" Compomotive rims if the new Disco only comes in 19" or bigger.

    You had better stay tuned Gordon.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JayBee75 View Post
    as my experiences with the sales team from my local dealer means I have no intention of buying the D4 from them, so may see what your team can do.
    I hear you. Left three messages with my local mob. Seems they are selling cars by the dozen this month. Unless you are buying immediately, they don't have time for you.
    Anyone bought. 2.7 or 3.0 this month and willing to share the pricing available?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hoges

    Can you expand on the 'regulatory' requirement for an 8sp gearbox? Or with the 8sp does it delete the need for a low range transfer case?
    cheers
    Emission laws don't require Euro V in our country, we are still using Euro |V emission laws.
    Once the laws change we will then require the higher spec emission laws & then the vehicle will change also.
    the 8 spd is there to lower fuel efficiency runs for fuel economy.

    The transfer box will always be a part of the Discovery, I cannot see them ridding the t/case for a lower spec vehicle.
    I could see possibly & these are my guesses, 5 seats, cloth trim, base stereo to not include the subwoofer that is in every model in Aus at present, possibly smaller brake package as the vehicle will be running less power, no fog lights, no bi-xenons & possibly a few others that I can't think of at present.

    Cheers,
    JayBee75, will post info when I get it.

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