Advice on new D4 purchase [Archive] - Australian Land Rover Owners

Smocky

19th January 2016, 04:25 PM

chuck

19th January 2016, 05:03 PM

Coming from the Pajero (no insult intended) an SDV6 with a few options would be a great upgrade.

The SDV6SE is a great car, mine came with free tech pack & black pack so visually no difference from an HSE.

If you are only towing a 1 tonne trailer you do not need the brake controller.

I tow a large tandem that loaded with wood weighs two tonne & do not have any problems.

The cream interior looks great but as much as my wife liked it I went for the safe option as I have a Newfoundland & I wear jeans a lot.

The tech pack is a I believe a worthwhile option.

Good luck

Cheers

SBD4

19th January 2016, 05:13 PM

Hi all,

I'm finally getting my dream car! Upgrading from a Pajero Exceed (which I have loved but is getting a little old now) and after looking at a few other options have finally decided it MUST be a Disco.

The model and options are a bit difficult to navigate, so I'd love some advice on options you wish you HAD got, or options you wished you saved money on.

I'm stuck between whether to option a S or just get a HSE.

What I know so far:
I think it needs to be the 180KW SDV6 ==> must be a SE or HSE to get this engine
Must have the technology pack ==> this equipment is standard with the HSE
Upgrade the lights? ==> SE and HSE come standard with the upgraded lights
Towing options (I tow a 1T off road camper and will need to move the P3 across) ==> towing equipment is standard on all models. If you need a higher hitch the tongue can be inverted or you can get a mitch hitch amongst other options. PS you wont feel 1T behind the disco:D

Ready to order, just need to decide exactly what I want/need in it.

Cannot wait to get hold of it !!

Cheers for any constructive advice,

Smocky.
Great decision and Welcome!

wanting the 180Kw engine dictates and SE or HSE.

from there it is a matter of understanding what you get with each vehicle.

Have alook at the Aussie spec sheet from page 82 onwards in the lnked brochure. It shows exactly what you get with each model and how much the options are based on the model:

http://www.landrover.com.au/Images/L319_16MY_MB_UKI_AUS_SPEC-Sheet_Low_Res_tcm296-193442.pdf?utm_source=Email%2525252525252520market ing&utm_medium=email&utm_term=FIND%2525252525252520OUT%2525252525252520 MORE&utm_content=Abercrombie%2525252525252520%252525252 5252520Kent%2525252525252520Adventure%252525252525 2520Travel%2525252525252BCID_35b8e62d5c0b63f793b44 3b808c7a0ff&utm_campaign=Abercrombie%2525252525252520%25252525 25252520Kent%2525252525252520Adventure%25252525252 52520Travel

If you swap drivers a lot then memory seats are fantastic, it also gives you the automatic dipping mirrors on reverse which is useful.

Some say getting the eDiff is a must as it is quite cheap - really only useful for very heavy offroad.

good luck!

MR LR

19th January 2016, 05:25 PM

If you are only towing a 1 tonne trailer you do not need the brake controller.

If it's got electric brakes you do!

garbage

19th January 2016, 05:48 PM

Keyless entry. Available only on the HSE (or an expensive option on an SE).

The more options you're after, the less of a deal you're going to get.

Meken

19th January 2016, 07:24 PM

Keyless entry. Available only on the HSE (or an expensive option on an SE).

The more options you're after, the less of a deal you're going to get.

Or talk to the dealers about demo cars - surprising what you can find... I picked up an hse with a lot of bling on it at a $30,000 discount

True keyless (proximity) entry on hse - wouldn't get anything less now I have it - leave your key in your pocket all the time
There are a few little nice touches with the hse that aren't options on Se - but it depends on your priorities and values.

Does black pack give you colour coded door handles & mirrors?

LRD414

19th January 2016, 07:27 PM

Welcome and I think you won't regret this upgrade. My thoughts below, obviously a lot of this is subjective and personal.

Cheers,
Scott

it MUST be a Disco. Agreed 100% :)

I think it needs to be the 180KW SDV6 - not "required" for your 1t camper but definitely very nice to have :cool: I'm very happy with the TDV6
Must have the technology pack - agreed
Upgrade the lights? - this is the one thing I would get if I had my time again.
Towing options (I tow a 1T off road camper and will need to move the P3 across) - my opinion, don't bother. Get a Redarc TowPro. I have one and my Dad has a P3. The TowPro is much neater and has same functionality. But if it's what you know, well that's ok too. Plenty of both in Discos.
Either way, make sure it's fitted by someone who knows the vehicle wiring.

Dudela

19th January 2016, 08:15 PM

Hi all,
I'm stuck between whether to option a S or just get a HSE.

What I know so far:
I think it needs to be the 180KW SDV6
Must have the technology pack
Upgrade the lights?
Towing options (I tow a 1T off road camper and will need to move the P3 across)

Ready to order, just need to decide exactly what I want/need in it.

Smocky,
Good luck in making your decision. If I did it again I would still get the HSE but would have not purchased the factory roof racks and side steps as you will find out there a lot of alternatives and some good vendors on this forum. EG GOE. If you have a lot of rear seat passengers the air conditioning control alone is worth it.

One item worth looking into is increasing to the 5 factory (LR) warranty. However you can purchase it later up until the 3 year warranty expires but it may cost more and may be different. Some are covered by Allianz and not LR.

These are small items but I would recommend in the purchase from the dealer if you can get a good price.
1. Window tinting (privacy on rear windows),
2. 3rd row rubber mats,
3. Rear cargo rubber mat (A lot better than anything I have seen in auto shops).
4. Choose your 19"or 20 rims in accordance with your requirements, and maybe even a second spare. Looking back I may have got 20"($1500 Extra) on when buying the vehicle and then bought GOE 18"rims. Still not sure on that as it might not got approved by the other half.
5. Obviously the tow ball receiver.

Check Scotts for what can be done once you buy it...
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/members-rides/225222-scotts-discovery-4-a.html

Cheers Craig

LandyAndy

19th January 2016, 08:25 PM

Dudela

19th January 2016, 08:34 PM

I wouldnt get the towbar reciever.Chances are it wont suit anything you want to tow,keep the Pajero one.I already had a few,had to buy an adjustible unit for my camper trailer from Martins Trailer parts,was $111.00.
Andrew

Andy,
Good point, I must retract that line. Thinking about it I only use the factory for the 8x5 trailer and have also had purchase ones for the boat and van.

Cheers
Craig

LandyAndy

19th January 2016, 08:40 PM

Andy,
Good point, I must retract that line. Thinking about it I only use the factory for the 8x5 trailer and have also had purchase ones for the boat and van.

Cheers
Craig

I didnt get one.I asked for one at delivery,they said they were $275.00.I could have one if I didnt want the matts they put in worth $400.Told them the matts were much more useful knowing I had 3 different hitches at home and intend getting a mitch hitch later.
Andrew

phl

19th January 2016, 08:47 PM

Did the same (moved from Pajero Exceed to the Disco). Woul have got the Disco earlier, but problems with the D3 gave me pause.

Personally went with the HSE, as it had everything I wanted, added full rails, keyless entry and Tech Pack (wasn't included in HSE at the time). Also ended up with Windsor Leather due to a build mistake (wasn't requested, and didn't show on Topix). Added steel sliders myself (shipped from UK), and Gordon's rods and underbody plates, as well as the Traxide system.

Have been happy with the performance upgrade and the comfort over the Paj.

Smocky

19th January 2016, 11:03 PM

Thanks for the advice so far.

I'm coming from a well kitted Pajero, with bar, winch, rear diff lock, snorkel, spots, lift, EBS (need electric brakes above 750k and my trailer has them), UHF and a bunch of other stuff. The Pajero is comfy, but my needs have changed a bit and I don't really do the hard stuff that I used to. Kids are older now, so it's more camping, touring, exploring and photography.

I'm looking at low km (demo most likely) SE or HSE then with leather, tech pack and I'll see what else I can get thrown in.

I'll never own a car again without tinting, so regardless of whether it comes with privacy glass I'll be doing that the day after I pick it up with some good UV stuff.

Rear air con - good tip, I think I want that
Mats - I'll get them if I can, not essential
Roof rails - I use these often, so I'll research what's available
Side steps - are a must for me for a few reasons, I'll see if it comes with them and replace them later on
Keyless entry - I'd really like that but not a show stopper
eDiff - I'd like it but not a show stopper
Memory seats - ditto

So it's looking HSE then.

As humble as the Pajero is, it comes with a lot of features and I'm not really willing to go backwards on most of them. Electric heated seats, separate rear air, touch screen sat nav, sunroof, rear diff, folding mirrors... and a lot more is what I already have. Was surprised to see quite a few "standard" things as options on an $80k S to be honest.

Very excited !!

EDIT: Just read the specifications (thanks for the link) this is going to add up..... LOL

IDEALLY: HSE with Cold Climate (P3) and Vision (P15) packs, ediff, tyre pressure monitors, adaptive cruise, wade sensing?

MIGHT HAVE TO "SETTLE" FOR: SE with Tech pack

SBD4

20th January 2016, 07:30 AM

Looks like it's going to be a very nice car!

.....

Rear air con - good tip, I think I want that ==>Standard on HSE
Mats - I'll get them if I can, not essential
Roof rails - I use these often, so I'll research what's available short rails standard on SE, Long rails on HSE
Side steps - are a must for me for a few reasons, I'll see if it comes with them and replace them later on ==> without knowing why you need side steps, don't forget that the air suspension has an "access height" setting which may serve your needs. Sidesteps have tendency to fold up preventing doors from being opened if damaged due to off roading. rocksliders with standoff bars can serve nicely as sidesteps while providing good protection.
Keyless entry - I'd really like that but not a show stopper ==> this is actually is a really good option.
eDiff - I'd like it but not a show stopper
Memory seats - ditto

So it's looking HSE then.

As humble as the Pajero is, it comes with a lot of features and I'm not really willing to go backwards on most of them. Electric heated seats, separate rear air, touch screen sat nav, sunroof, rear diff, folding mirrors... and a lot more is what I already have. Was surprised to see quite a few "standard" things as options on an $80k S to be honest.

Very excited !!

EDIT: Just read the specifications (thanks for the link) this is going to add up..... LOL

IDEALLY: HSE with Cold Climate (P3) and Vision (P15) packs, ediff, tyre pressure monitors, adaptive cruise, wade sensing?

MIGHT HAVE TO "SETTLE" FOR: SE with Tech pack

Smocky

20th January 2016, 11:11 PM

Redback

21st January 2016, 06:37 AM

Is that you Jason, wasn't that long ago you had a Rodeo;)

Jafman

21st January 2016, 08:11 AM

Hmmm, currently holding a pretty good deal on an optioned up S with tech pack, leather, 7 seats, xenon lights and meridian sound. That's all my hot points.

I have a price for a nice HSE, but it is about $14k more which I don't think I want to pay for the small additional extras.

Still looking, but not sure I can go past the optioned up TDV6 to be honest. Will still be a gorgeous car and gives me cash for after market stuff.

Seems like I will have to get it in January to take advantage of the drive away discounts. What a shame. :D

Smocky - I think you're on the money with the tdv6 mate. I'm on the market for a disco myself, although unlikely to put down the hard earned till EOFY. After recently taking the td and sd for test drives I'd say the tdv6 has plenty enough power. Can't see the point of spending more money when you can have a well optioned tdv6 for $15k less! The "main event" promo that LR has on at the moment runs till the end of February I'm pretty sure and includes dealer delivery and all on roads - saves a few bob!

Smocky

21st January 2016, 10:44 AM

Smocky

21st January 2016, 10:48 AM

Smocky - I think you're on the money with the tdv6 mate. I'm on the market for a disco myself, although unlikely to put down the hard earned till EOFY. After recently taking the td and sd for test drives I'd say the tdv6 has plenty enough power. Can't see the point of spending more money when you can have a well optioned tdv6 for $15k less! The "main event" promo that LR has on at the moment runs till the end of February I'm pretty sure and includes dealer delivery and all on roads - saves a few bob!

It's a bit confusing mate as you can get a fairly similar car from starting with the TDV6, SE OR HSE. The differences then become subtle.

There are some cars in stock which obviously you get a better deal on, hence why I am weighing up all 3 options. At $15k difference, I'll go TDV6 for sure. It's looking possible though that I may just get a deal too good to refuse on a HSE.

Yeh, I found out today that it runs until end Feb, but all the good optioned cars will go first. I don't want to wait too long or I will be picking through what's left (not that 'what's left' is a bad thing when talking about a LR4 !!)

Happy to help out with some of my research when I'm done if you like. I love a spreadsheet !!! LOL

Jafman

21st January 2016, 03:44 PM

It's a bit confusing mate as you can get a fairly similar car from starting with the TDV6, SE OR HSE. The differences then become subtle.

There are some cars in stock which obviously you get a better deal on, hence why I am weighing up all 3 options. At $15k difference, I'll go TDV6 for sure. It's looking possible though that I may just get a deal too good to refuse on a HSE.

Yeh, I found out today that it runs until end Feb, but all the good optioned cars will go first. I don't want to wait too long or I will be picking through what's left (not that 'what's left' is a bad thing when talking about a LR4 !!)

Happy to help out with some of my research when I'm done if you like. I love a spreadsheet !!! LOL

Good man! Would be most interested to see that when you're done.

Stuart02

21st January 2016, 06:57 PM

It's a bit confusing mate as you can get a fairly similar car from starting with the TDV6, SE OR HSE. The differences then become subtle.

There are some cars in stock which obviously you get a better deal on, hence why I am weighing up all 3 options. At $15k difference, I'll go TDV6 for sure. It's looking possible though that I may just get a deal too good to refuse on a HSE.

Yeh, I found out today that it runs until end Feb, but all the good optioned cars will go first. I don't want to wait too long or I will be picking through what's left (not that 'what's left' is a bad thing when talking about a LR4 !!)

Happy to help out with some of my research when I'm done if you like. I love a spreadsheet !!! LOL

The Dealers pre-option cars based on what most ppl want eg rear air but not ediff. You can't go too wrong if you don't have specific burning desires

phl

21st January 2016, 09:40 PM

The Dealers pre-option cars based on what most ppl want eg rear air but not ediff. You can't go too wrong if you don't have specific burning desires

When I was buying, I didn't find the ex-demo cars to be that much cheaper; perhaps having a corporate discount helped. The only problem with buying bespoke is the wait for the vehicle.

Smocky

21st January 2016, 10:20 PM

When I was buying, I didn't find the ex-demo cars to be that much cheaper; perhaps having a corporate discount helped. The only problem with buying bespoke is the wait for the vehicle.

As it turns out, it's actually quite a bit better value to get a new one at the moment.

PLUS..... I qualify for 3 years free servicing on new cars, but not demos. That was a clincher on the new one.

I've settled on a SE, with rear air and a few bits and pieces. It's about $6k more than a similar spec'd up TDV6, but given that I will have this for 5 years+, I think I'll regret not getting the SDV6. I know I'd be happy with the TD, but I can make the numbers work for the SD, so why not.

Just working on colour and the deal now. Might even have it before the end of Jan !! :D

Very excited.

Redback

22nd January 2016, 07:54 AM

Hello mate,

Yes, from humble beginnings. The Pajero has been a fantastic car, but with the kids growing up, it's time for me to have MY car. Someone is going to get a great deal with the Paj. Still purrs like a kitten and has a lot of extras.

It's looking at the moment like I am going to go the whole way and just get a HSE. Some good deals at the moment. I'm not going to overload this one with extras I'll rarely if ever use. Can't wait to get it up to the high country and do some photography of the huts up there !!!

Hope you are well.

Yeah all good now, had a bit of a scare with Kerry and Breast Cancer, but all good now.

You love the D4, amazing car and you really don't need many extras anyway.

We love the High Country, been going there every year since 2003, let me know when you're thinking of going and we can show around some great places to camp and huts, lots of huts.

Smocky

22nd January 2016, 09:04 AM

Yeah all good now, had a bit of a scare with Kerry and Breast Cancer, but all good now.

You love the D4, amazing car and you really don't need many extras anyway.

We love the High Country, been going there every year since 2003, let me know when you're thinking of going and we can show around some great places to camp and huts, lots of huts.

Glad to hear Kerry is OK. I'm dealing with that now with my mum and it's pretty awful stuff. Chemo really knocks the person around terribly.

I'm not going to overload this one, Ive "grown up" a bit and prefer the comfortable touring a bit too much now. LOL

Definitely need:
Tinting
Dual battery (or at least Traxide and Anderson plug at rear for trailer)
Roof rails/rack
UHF
Side rails or steps

Will think about:
Rear storage (I have a great set of drawers in the Pajero that I designed and built myself that I might reproduce. Love the Drifta set in Scott's post so may just buy one of those)
Spotlights (probably no need with bi-xenons)
Llams (not sure I really need or want this)
Snorkel (not convinced I need one, but have one now)

At this stage not bothering with:
Bar
Winch (have used mine once and that was to pull a boat out of the water for a stranger during a massive storm! Might have saved the blokes life the way he was going)

And I'll look around the forum to see what else I want to get.

I've really gotten in to my photography, so the huts is a must must must !!! I NEED to get down there badly. I was also looking at a Merc GL350 and settled on the Disco primarily because of the desire to spend time in the high country.

Looks like I've got the car sorted, just waiting on a couple of counter offers, but likely to place deposit this morning. White SE with Ebony leather. It's $6k more than a very similarly spec'd TDV6. If money were a priority I would go that way for sure. But I can extend to the SE so why not.

phl

22nd January 2016, 05:39 PM

Rear storage (I have a great set of drawers in the Pajero that I designed and built myself that I might reproduce. Love the Drifta set in Scott's post so may just buy one of those)
Spotlights (probably no need with bi-xenons)
Llams (not sure I really need or want this)
Snorkel (not convinced I need one, but have one now)

I've really gotten in to my photography, so the huts is a must must must !!! I NEED to get down there badly. I was also looking at a Merc GL350 and settled on the Disco primarily because of the desire to spend time in the high country.

Looks like you are following a similar course to what I went through, as I also looked at the Merc with the off-road pack.

For drawers, I ended up with the Dolium with the 4 Gomo boxes, which meant I can still raise the seat on one side to access the spare tyre winder (and it works well). You'd probably want a cargo barrier as well, and perhaps a water tank if you travel for several days at a time (tip: bladder tanks eventually leak).

If you have the HID lights, I think you will find it good enough; not as long range as the Lightforce I had on my Pajero, but it also means not as much out front.

I've tended to keep things looking stock, so use Gordon's rods rather than LLAMS, have Gordon's plates underneath (especially the compressor), and sliders that also function as steps.

You'll likely have to change the tyres though if you good off-road much, and TPMS (just Tyredog) have saved me several times.

letherm

22nd January 2016, 05:48 PM

As it turns out, it's actually quite a bit better value to get a new one at the moment.

I traded a 13 Y.O. Pajero for a new D4 HSE in Nov 2013. I was, similar to you, looking at demo vehicles or a new SE with options. Ended up getting the new HSE cheaper than demos I had seen. It was with a factory cash bonus. The only thing I didn't get was EDiff which I would have liked but for me it was a nice to have rather than a must have. The dealer imported one from interstate and because of a mix up with the first interstate dealer who sold the car from under my dealer I got digital for free as he sourced a different car in another state and said that was his problem not mine. They also threw in a free set of LR mats which I didn't notice until I got home.

Martin

Smocky

22nd January 2016, 07:12 PM

Thanks so much for your help guys...... I'v put a deposit on a shiny new SDV6 SE with tech pack and rear air !!!

Dream car for me.

Hopefully picking it up next Friday. So excited !!!

Then the accessorising commences... :D

Chops

24th January 2016, 10:15 PM

Humm, the deals are very good at the moment.
Good thread to read Jason, I've learnt a few things, thanks.

Smocky

25th January 2016, 10:54 AM

Humm, the deals are very good at the moment.
Good thread to read Jason, I've learnt a few things, thanks.

Not as much as I've learned over the past week!! :o :)

Can't wait to pick it up this week.

Chops

25th January 2016, 11:55 AM

Not as much as I've learned over the past week!! :o :)

Can't wait to pick it up this week.

We're going to have a look at a couple this arvo, but don't tell the Defender boys,, I'm going to cop an ear bashing if we end up getting one :angel:

Good luck with yours, I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. :D

Smocky

25th January 2016, 12:24 PM

We're going to have a look at a couple this arvo, but don't tell the Defender boys,, I'm going to cop an ear bashing if we end up getting one :angel:

Good luck with yours, I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. :D

Hahahaha,

In all seriousness, I think the D4 not only is a fantastic vehicle, but depending on what deal you can get, is fantastic value for money. I got mine for near enough to the same price as a VX Prado.......

Couldn't be happier and now I am just hanging to get my hands on the keys. Good luck with browsing, but given that I was only "browsing" 9 days ago.... I think I know the outcome. LOL

SimmAus

25th January 2016, 07:09 PM

Welcome to the Permagrin club. It sounds like your grin has started already.
Don't forget to post a picture, otherwise it never happened......

Smocky

25th January 2016, 07:30 PM

Welcome to the Permagrin club. It sounds like your grin has started already.
Don't forget to post a picture, otherwise it never happened......

Hahahahaha no problems. I'll post a photo Friday complete with grin. :D

And you're right about that, every time I think about it or someone mentions it, I smile.

Just doing some research on my mod list now. Not planning on doing too much to this one, but having said that I'm up to 9 things already. LOL

TerryO

26th January 2016, 05:50 AM

TerryO

26th January 2016, 06:07 AM

Hi Smocky, congratulations on the new purchase, like others have said you will have a permagrin once you have one D4 parked in your driveway.

Regarding accessories if I had to pick any two accessories as a starting point my picks would be the following., Personally I reckon the single best accessory to have on a D3/4 is a LLams kit, it comes in so useful even for everyday driving, let alone off road and once you have had one you will never want to be without it.
Gordon's compressor guard is a must for off road, way to easy to smash the compressor bracket, which can potentially leave you stranded if you do a good enough job.

After that then theres potentially a huge selection of excellent goodies to be had. Enjoy your new Disco and as others have said some pics are a good thing.

Stuart02

26th January 2016, 06:07 AM

Hahahaha,

In all seriousness, I think the D4 not only is a fantastic vehicle, but depending on what deal you can get, is fantastic value for money. I got mine for near enough to the same price as a VX Prado.......

I'm glad to hear you say that actually - I've always maintained and had trouble convincing ppl that Discos are actually good value compared to similarly specced Toyotas

Chops

26th January 2016, 08:13 AM

Don't worry Marcus I won't dob you in. ... ;)

Ohh no,,, what are you doin' here???

Oh that's right, it's the D4 section eh. :angel:

There are some great deals going at the moment, and we do miss the comfort of the old Disco. As needs change, so too do the wants, but, at the end of the day, it'll all depend on cash of course.

Smocky

26th January 2016, 11:28 AM

Regarding accessories if I had to pick any two accessories as a starting point my picks would be the following., Personally I reckon the single best accessory to have on a D3/4 is a LLams kit, it comes in so useful even for everyday driving, let alone off road and once you have had one you will never want to be without it.
Gordon's compressor guard is a must for off road, way to easy to smash the compressor bracket, which can potentially leave you stranded if you do a good enough job.

After that then theres potentially a huge selection of excellent goodies to be had. Enjoy your new Disco and as others have said some pics are a good thing.

I gotta stop reading. My list currently is:

Electric brakes (have a CT with electric brakes)
Traxide dual battery system (had one in the Pajero)
Upgrade main battery
Anderson plug to rear of car for CT charging
Convert rear tow plug from round to flat
Rear drawers
Aux 12v socket in rear for fridge
UHF
Aerial
AT tyres
Roof rails
Roof platform
Mitch hitch (needs more investigation)
Llams (?? not sure about this, will ask some questions later)
Side steps
Compressor protection plate
Front bash plate
Mud flaps (cannot believe there are none on the car)
Driving light upgrade.

I'll create a new thread on Friday when i pick up the car to take over from this "pre-sales" thread to the "build advice" thread.

Then i gotta prioritise what i need to do. Protection and towing is probably the highest priority, so funnily enough it might be mud flaps, side steps and Traxide.

Cheers for all the fantastic info on this site guys, unbelievable how much great info is in one place for someone new to the LR world.

Meken

26th January 2016, 08:01 PM

I gotta stop reading. My list currently is:

Electric brakes (have a CT with electric brakes)

Traxide dual battery system (had one in the Pajero)

Upgrade main battery

Anderson plug to rear of car for CT charging

Convert rear tow plug from round to flat

Rear drawers

Aux 12v socket in rear for fridge

UHF

Aerial

AT tyres

Roof rails

Roof platform

Mitch hitch (needs more investigation)

Llams (?? not sure about this, will ask some questions later)

Side steps

Compressor protection plate

Front bash plate

Mud flaps (cannot believe there are none on the car)

Driving light upgrade.

I'll create a new thread on Friday when i pick up the car to take over from this "pre-sales" thread to the "build advice" thread.

Then i gotta prioritise what i need to do. Protection and towing is probably the highest priority, so funnily enough it might be mud flaps, side steps and Traxide.

Cheers for all the fantastic info on this site guys, unbelievable how much great info is in one place for someone new to the LR world.

One of the Traxide dual battery kits comes with a rear Andersen plug & an extra 12v outlet for in the rear & the ability to re-align the current rear 12v from current circuits to the 2nd battery- really great install instructions from TIM as well.
I had a auto sparky mate make me a 12flat to 2 large round plugs adapter - you can get the White plug on eBay

Smocky

27th January 2016, 11:52 AM

Yeah baby !!

I get my new best friend Friday morning freshly registered and tinted.

Cannot wait.

QUESTION: was very surprised at the cost of the extended warranty that was offered to me. Anyone feel strongly either way about it? Seems like a crap load of money to cover only manufacturing faults on a car I am going to look after anyway. Not as if they are going to cover wear and tear items.

Disco-tastic

27th January 2016, 12:14 PM

Pics??

Otherwise it doesn't exist :p

Cheers

Dan

Smocky

27th January 2016, 06:00 PM

Pics??

Otherwise it doesn't exist :p

Cheers

Dan

I'll start a new post Dan I'd say by about 10:00am Friday !! LOL. Picking it up at 9 :D

SBD4

27th January 2016, 06:43 PM

I'll start a new post Dan I'd say by about 10:00am Friday !! LOL. Picking it up at 9 :D
10AM? Ha! No way will you be stepping out of that car for another few hours! You'll be having too much fun driving it!

Smocky

27th January 2016, 07:36 PM

10AM? Ha! No way will you be stepping out of that car for another few hours! You'll be having too much fun driving it!

Got the AULRO mobile app on my S6 ;)

And you're probably right though, can't believe how excited I am.

Stuart02

28th January 2016, 09:26 PM

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QUESTION: was very surprised at the cost of the extended warranty that was offered to me. Anyone feel strongly either way about it? Seems like a crap load of money to cover only manufacturing faults on a car I am going to look after anyway. Not as if they are going to cover wear and tear items.

Depending on how long you think you'll keep it, resale?

TerryO

28th January 2016, 09:37 PM

Depending on how long you think you'll keep it, resale?

What Stuart said.

Smocky

29th January 2016, 09:06 AM

Yeeeeeeaahhhhh baby !!!!!!

Soooo excited. Like a kid at Christmas. Now for the mods. ... :D

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Narangga

29th January 2016, 10:01 AM

Yeeeeeeaahhhhh baby !!!!!!

Soooo excited. Like a kid at Christmas. Now for the mods. ... :D

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Permagrin noted. :D :D :D

Disco-tastic

29th January 2016, 10:46 AM

Yeww! Congrats! :D

Do they even do a reveal for you, with black cloth and all? Ooooh thats very special.

Cheers

Dan

Redback

29th January 2016, 11:21 AM

The car is lovely Jason, you haven't got any better lookin though:cool:

Just kidding, I should talk:(

You'll have some fun it that mate, just in time for the weekend too:burnrubber::BigThumb:

Smocky

29th January 2016, 10:29 PM

Yeww! Congrats! :D

Do they even do a reveal for you, with black cloth and all? Ooooh thats very special.

Cheers

Dan

Yes Dan, it was all covered in black satin and they did the whole .... "it's a NEW CAR !!!!!"

I haven't stopped smiling all day.

Smocky

29th January 2016, 10:31 PM

The car is lovely Jason, you haven't got any better lookin though:cool:

Just kidding, I should talk:(

You'll have some fun it that mate, just in time for the weekend too:burnrubber::BigThumb:

I'm maturing like a fine wine Baz. :D

Yep, off to the Hunter Valley on Sunday, coming back through Wollombi, Bucketty and through to St Albans. Lovely easy drive for a maiden voyage.

SimmAus

29th January 2016, 10:48 PM

I'm maturing like a fine wine Baz. :D Yep, off to the Hunter Valley on Sunday, coming back through Wollombi, Bucketty and through to St Albans. Lovely easy drive for a maiden voyage.

That's gonna be tough run....tough to actually stop and NOT continue onto Goulburn, Albury, Bright, Omeo and back...just for fun!
Enjoy...

Disco-tastic

29th January 2016, 11:10 PM

Yes Dan, it was all covered in black satin and they did the whole .... "it's a NEW CAR !!!!!"

I haven't stopped smiling all day.

Haha im imagining they had the 'price is right' theme music and Larry there as well?
She looks sweet. You will never want to get out. Except maybe at the hunter for some wine... but only just :D

Cheers

Dan

Meken

30th January 2016, 10:22 AM

I used to do between 5-10k a year - since getting the D4 in October I've already done 6000kms !

Plane Fixer

30th January 2016, 11:50 AM

That is the big problem with the comfort of these vehicles, a short trip ends up being a longer trip as you do not feel fatigued.
I do a lot of k's as I do a lot of contract work, but also holidays. The other day we set off from Melbourne at sunrise and with breaks every few hours thought that Heatherbrae would be the overnight, but after yet another stop we continued home to Coffs. My comparison was my Patrol which would have seen my get as far as Liverpool for an overnight.