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Good Luck Markus_80,
The 130 & 300tdi is a great combo - search hard for a good one - many will have had a tough life.
The youngest tdi is now over 10 years old so if you are not "full bottle" then get someone to check it over for you.
I wouldn't discount the td5 myself they are good if looked after.
Whatever you find, look for evidence of regular servicing. This may save you $1000's.
Regardless of what's been bolted on the key to longevity is maintenance.
The harder the vehicle has been used the more maintenance is required.
A well maintained vehicle will have been checked by its owner and things replaced generally before they break. Things like checking wheel bearings, suspension rubbers, hoses, belts and changing oils can make a huge difference.
If you find a 130 that takes your fancy look for service history and quiz the owner. One that acts dumb will be hiding something or wouldn't have taken due care to maintain it.
The one simple question for the owner is when was the timing belt changed?
You may have noticed in the Market place here that one of our members is selling his 90 for the same price as one from a dealer. His has been modified by him well used but I would put more faith in it than the one at the dealers.
Yeah kinda what I was think as far as maintainence goes. For me (as far as age goes) cost is a big issue - the missus wants a Disco4 when they are released later this year so I was after a bit more of abush basher that I can take on a boys trip with a wet smelly dog and wetter smelly mates :p.
hence why I was looking at a 130 with the 300tdi - aside from the fact they're a great engine.:D
Funny thing is Bec likes the D3 as well (I only just spotted this thread ;) )
But she doesn't mind the defender :eek: (But hates my series 3??? )
Just keep pushing, once you get the go ahead you just need to get the money ;)
I agree with Mahn. Maintenance is the key. Personally I would only buy one with a comprehensive service history - whether the work has been done by the owner or otherwise. And I would definitely prefer to be able to quizz the owner - something you can't do when you buy from a dealer.