Thread: Rusty vs Expensive, 300 vs 200

I’d go for the 300Tdi , more power, spares are still available, newer vehicle, less money
Rust a problem on both but easily repaired as long as it’s not too bad

if i understand correct, you bought a 300tdi that needs a bit of work and you now are second guessing yourself if you should buy a 200 tdi that is more money. 6k will go a long way to make the 300 tdi a better vehicle than the 200 tdi.

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1.5k for a basic gearbox rebuild, same with TFC. That will replace bearings and seals. if anything else is worn, add the cost of the parts. You can source all your needs from Ashcroft or Syncro Gearboxes out of the UK.

you are on a path now. any lets be honest with your self, a defender is a life long project so don't kid yourself that you will patch up the known problems and down tools.

I would have thought that $6k would nearly pull up a 200tdi.

Originally Posted by donh54

I would have thought that $6k would nearly pull up a 200tdi.

I wish! These vehicles are getting more and more expensive every day!

Originally Posted by Phil B

I’d go for the 300Tdi , more power, spares are still available, newer vehicle, less money
Rust a problem on both but easily repaired as long as it’s not too bad

I see... What would it be the breaking point in your opinion of difference in price?

Originally Posted by MLD

if i understand correct, you bought a 300tdi that needs a bit of work and you now are second guessing yourself if you should buy a 200 tdi that is more money. 6k will go a long way to make the 300 tdi a better vehicle than the 200 tdi.

get replacement panel sections from Home - YRM Metal Solutions

1.5k for a basic gearbox rebuild, same with TFC. That will replace bearings and seals. if anything else is worn, add the cost of the parts. You can source all your needs from Ashcroft or Syncro Gearboxes out of the UK.

you are on a path now. any lets be honest with your self, a defender is a life long project so don't kid yourself that you will patch up the known problems and down tools.

Hehe true... You have a point there.
I will do most of the jobs myself, including rebuilds...
The parts list is starting to get looooooooooong!
Thanks for the metal provider contact, i was using LRWorkshop to source all bits and pieces... Do you think that yours is a better option?

Originally Posted by Ardo92

I see... What would it be the breaking point in your opinion of difference in price?

Can’t say
Too many factors in play
Km, rust, general condition etc
The 300Tdi engine would be my preferred option- power, spares, reliability

Km one is 180k the other 120k
Rust as said above, one with some the other none
Overall one needs attention the other is in much better conditions