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mpietersz
12th June 2010, 09:28 PM
Hi Guys.

I've come across a 95 disco ES Auto. On gas from LPGAS1, failry straight and clean for it's age. 245,000 on the clock. I've heard some good and some horror ($$$$) stories about this car. But then they also said the same about the VN commodore and mine was dream.

I took the car for a spin today and there was a clunk when going from D to R and R to D. I've read that this could be worn splines in the transfer case. Is this an expensive repair ? I've also heard that they are prone to needing cylinder liner repairs and this can be very expensive.

I only intend to do the occasional off road and pull a trailer sailer up the ramp. Other than that it will be low km in the inner city.

What's the real story on these cars and what should I expect to pay.

Cheers.

Mark

bee utey
13th June 2010, 08:31 PM
Take it to an independent Landy mechanic. Like any older 4WD there are lots of things to look for. If it's basically sound there's no reason you won't get a good life out of it, provided it's maintained. Liners don't generally come loose unless the engine has been overheated repeatedly. Once it's been assessed then you work out its value.