Should I upgrade

[ash333]

Hello all,

I have a 2009 D3 TDV6 SE (traveled 35k kms) which is coming up to the end of its warranty in June 2012. I am struggling to decide whether I should:

1. Keep the D3 and get extended warranty
- Whats the difference between the Allianz warranty bought via the dealer vs a broker?

2. Sell the D3 and get a D4 or RRS
- Is it a good time to get a D4 or RRS?
- Will OZ get the 8 speed gearbox?
- When is the D5 expected?
- BMW and Merc are sharpening their pencils on their X5 and ML 4wd's. Will LR have to follow to stay competitive.

The D3 has been fantastic. This has been my first LR and I am hooked. I have done some light off road driving but mainly use it on road. Most of my driving is around Sydney as well as touring up the coast.

So what do you guys think?

Thanks in advance,
Ash

[discotwinturbo]

I have a 2009 D3 TDV6 SE (traveled 35k kms) which is coming up to the end of its warranty in June 2012. (it's not even run in)
- Whats the difference between the Allianz warranty bought via the dealer vs a broker? (I would be interested on outcome)

- Will OZ get the 8 speed gearbox? (one day....but not soon)
- When is the D5 expected? (is there going to be one?)
- BMW and Merc are sharpening their pencils on their X5 and ML 4wd's.

With the Merc, and mate had a RRS TDV8 for a few years. His lease was up and went for the Merc. He is looking forward to when the Merc lease is up to go back to land Rover. He said it was a very uninspiring vehicle. It's quite noise inside throughout normal acceleration. He is really not happy with it.

Brett.....

[Piddler]

Option 3
find a low km 2010 TDV8 Range Rover Sport
My choice
Cheers :)

[DiscoWeb]

Option 3
find a low km 2010 TDV8 Range Rover Sport
My choice
Cheers :)

But be prepared for a rude shock on what your D3 is worth now !!

35,000 km is very low for a three year old vehicle, I have a pretty much the same vehicle but it has done 70,000 km and still going strong and i will keep it for a few more years as I am trying to do a bit more off roading so do not mind the fact the car is getting a bit older.

I will probably wait until the 8 speed auto is brought to Australia, not sure when that will be but it will make its way down here as I think that will be a huge leap forward for the vehicles.

The Allianz insurance, which I have not taken up appears to be a pretty good product from all reports however if you have not have many issues with the D3 then you could get away without it.

The RRS TDV8's are meant to be sensational and if you like even a little off road then the X5 and Merc really are not on your list.

Hope this helps but sounds like a fun dilemma to have.

George

[Disco4SE]

Hi ash333,
IMHO if it ain't broke don't fix it.
Your D3 is a great vehcile and as Discoweb mentioned, you will get a rude shock at how little it is worth.
The D4 and RRS are fantastic all around vehicles, but be prepared to part with some decent $.

Had a client with a X5. He sold it to buy a Merc. Had the Merc for 12 months and went back to a X5. didn't like the Merc at all. Now......if he had of driven a RRS, he would most likely have bought one.
Forget about the X5 or Merc for off road work.

The 8 speed auto is a fair way off for us down under. No matter what you buy, it will outdate quickly, or be upgraded.

Let us know what you decide.

Cheers, Craig

[ash333]

Thanks for the replies.

I spoke to a dealer today. Was offered 46k for the D3. They had a D4 HSE, white, upgraded leather, key less entry for 105k. That's a lot of $$. However, the D4 is a big step up from the D3.

I am still undecided however leaning towards keeping the D3 for a few more years.

Thanks,
Ash

[DiscoWeb]

ash333,

To use a term associated with another marque - Bugger !

Well if you hold the D3 for another 3 yrs you are 100% certain of not tearing up something around $40 K, what you would probably drop on the new HSE D4 in that time.

Then you can happily buy one in a couple of years and using the rationale expressed by my wife when she buys an expensive item on sale "this was 50% so I actually saved you $500" you can go nuts with accessories having saved yourself all that money over the previous few years.

Not sure that is how it works in practice but sounds good.

George

[PaulD68]

Thanks for the replies.

I spoke to a dealer today. Was offered 46k for the D3. They had a D4 HSE, white, upgraded leather, key less entry for 105k. That's a lot of $$. However, the D4 is a big step up from the D3.

I am still undecided however leaning towards keeping the D3 for a few more years.

Thanks,
Ash

That is exceptionally low KMs. I sold my D3 TDV6 for 45K about 2 months ago and it had 107K on the clock. It was the cheapest 2009 in Aus. You could expect to get at least another $10k, if you sold to a private buyer..........that makes the D4 just 95K.......cheap as chips! D4 SDV6 is so worth the extra $$

[ash333]

Hi Guys,

Common sense prevailed and I have decided to keep the D3. I got it serviced and checked by an independent this week and had no issues reported. I was advised that its probably not worth getting the extended warranty based on the condition of the vehicle and the amount of km's I have done. I have until the end of June to decide whether to get the extended warranty. Any advice?

Thanks,
Ash

[TerryO]

Personally I'd get the extended warranty it is worth it and gives you peace of mind for two more years.

cheers,
Terry

[Grumbles]

That extended warranty will certainly appeal to a private buyer and give you a definitive market place edge if you decide to move the D3 on in a years time. It might even be of some use to you but knowing what to do today for tomorrow depends on the clarity of your particular crystal ball. Good Luck!!

[Dirty3]

Hi Guys,

Common sense prevailed and I have decided to keep the D3. I got it serviced and checked by an independent this week and had no issues reported. I was advised that its probably not worth getting the extended warranty based on the condition of the vehicle and the amount of km's I have done. I have until the end of June to decide whether to get the extended warranty. Any advice?

Thanks,
Ash

Hi Ash,

I got the Landrover Extended warranty last May. It's good till 200k and still have another year to go yet. I had the same Km's as you so I decided it was worth it. When it got to 50K front bushes/arms were replaced under warranty. For $2500 it was piece of mind for me. I need the car for my job, so it must be on the road daily and reliable, so for me it was a no brainer. Considering the trade up to a new one, it's a small price to pay and keep what I have....a great vehicle that I love to drive every day.
Cheers, Neil.

[Disco3QLD]

G'Day Ash,
I have been in the same boat and decided to keep my D3 with 150klms on the clock. I have had the fuel pump ($2500) replaced under the extended warranty no probs. and would recommend it to anyone. When it runs out I'll just go with full RACQ road side assist and one of those fault finding gismo's and regular services and run the old girl till she just don't run no more.

Yeh the D4 is impressive but as Craig said. "If it aint broke don't fix it". I looked at most other make options and they just don't compete.

I love my D3 and the D4 is not that much of a step up to warrant the extra cash. Maybe future models will change my mind? Who knows.

[ash333]

Hi Guys,

Did you purchase the LR Extended warranty from the dealer or an Allianz warranty from a broker?

The LR Extended warranty from the dealer costs $3,495 and covers the vehicle for 24 months / 200,000 kms.

The Allianz warranty from a broker costs $3,326 and covers the vehicle for 36 months / 60,000 kms.

Both warranties are backed by Allianz. The PDS looks the same to me. Anyone know if these products are the same?

My plan is to keep the D3 for another 2 years. Having 1 year left on the warranty when I sell would make the vehicle more attractive to a private purchaser. However there would be no point getting the "broker" warranty if they don't accept claims.

Thanks in advance,
Ash

[Disco3QLD]

I went with the LR warranty. But I would use the klms before the time is up.

[CSBrisie]

I assume there is a good chance we will see the RRSPORT out with the 4.4TDV8 within a year - that will be a sensational car!