Oops car going to be out of action for a bit.

[stevo]

When I was up in Brisbane had the misfortune of having somebody back into my car, seen it happen and he was insured. But back quarter panel and door will have to be replaced, the back panel is a lot of work and most of the interior has to come out.

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On a side note the there was a leak up the top near drivers sunshade noticed this when water started dripping on my hand, this requires a new windscreen apparently waiting to here back but may get this done when it is in the panel beaters for 3 to 4 weeks.

[Larry]

Ouch! Not sure if it's good to see it happen or not (assuming they don't do a runner).:BigCry::BigCry:

[stevo]

I was working on my house up it Brisbane replacing balcony poles out front a mate was giving me a hand, thought I heard something then seen this ute parallel parked really close, it was when he got out I knew that it was a hit, he was doing the gardens across the road, the plus side is the taillight was not broken this would have required a hire car to get my trailer and tools back to Sydney.

For those of us that do use the D5 off road or maybe even towing just check the lining along top of windscreen for any dampness apparently the leakage can be caused by body flex and the factory sealant is not sufficient to handle this, at least it is under warranty.

On the plus side it tows a heavy load no problems passed a few Toyota Landcruiser's while going uphill with the trailer on the back.

[stevo]

Well got the car back after a month, not much change from $25K, one slight blemish they still have to fix this is where the air bag sticker goes

[goingbush]

Who'd have thought, a LandRover that leaks water ! Can't they get anything right !

$25,000 are you serious ,, I'd have thought $2,500 !

[roverrescue]

Bloody hell
What happens in 5 years when the shiny D5 is worth $35k
And a scratch on two panels costs 2/3 of that to repair

It will be written off

Bloody ridiculous

S

[PhilipA]

Wow! thats almost Tesla repair money.
Regards PhilipA

[scarry]

Although it’s hard to see full extent of damage,that price seems excessive.

It would be good to see the invoice,was it the parts,or labour?

We recently had a full new side panel fitted to one of our vans,including front door on that side repaired,and roof repaired,all repainted,$6K.

[trout1105]

Good Lord, 25K to fix a "Scratch"
Luckily no "Real" damage was done[bigwhistle]
Its the first time I have heard of "Body flex" causing the windscreen to leak, This doesn't bode well for the new defender/discovery .

[Gregz]

Some of the expense problem seems to be with the replacement parts. When I had my RRS repaired, the repairer explained that they had to get their parts from LR Aust ; so for instance a headlight that I could have sourced new for 'only' $1600 cost the repairer over $4k.

[trout1105]

Some of the expense problem seems to be with the replacement parts. When I had my RRS repaired, the repairer explained that they had to get their parts from LR Aust ; so for instance a headlight that I could have sourced new for 'only' $1600 cost the repairer over $4k.

A full set of headlights (left and right) for a 79 series will cost a whopping $300=$400 [bigwhistle]

[Pedro_The_Swift]

no doubt,, but then again they've been in a the same toyota parts bin for twenty years....[tonguewink]

[scarry]

A full set of headlights (left and right) for a 79 series will cost a whopping $300=$400 [bigwhistle]

But they are like candles compared to the lights on a late model LR[wink11]

No wonder the insurance premiums for 'Premium European vehicles' are expensive.

Edit,the lights on the D4 are so good,i can drive 6.5 hours to the property in Western Qld,leaving after work at around 4.00PM,no spotlights needed.

[Tombie]

A full set of headlights (left and right) for a 79 series will cost a whopping $300=$400 [bigwhistle]

But it will cost $80k to have something to fit them in [thumbsupbig]

[stevo]

the rear quarter panel was cut out and a new one welded in, all of the interior comes out also it was a new door too, the photo does not really show the damage as the wheel arch was creased along with frame of door it still opened and shut fine, did not try the window though.

If it was the D2 would have kept driving it with the damage because labour alone would have written that off.

[scarry]

But it will cost $80k to have something to fit them in [thumbsupbig]


Mate of mine spent $120K on his.

Bloody rediculous,but he does have what he wants for the moment.

Should do him for a year or two..[bighmmm]

[Numb Thumbs]

I know of a 79 Series which has cost $300,000 so far..... Portal Axles, 40" wheels, custom aluminium canopy, matt black paint job, etc. All engineered.

And it is still a truck.

Cheers
Numb Thumbs ;)

[trout1105]

I have a D2a that i bought second hand for 10k and have spent about 15k on it since then so after 25k being spent I can reasonably expect about 5-7k if I was to sell it.
I bought my 79 series a couple of years ago for 30k and have spent $460 on a new alternator so all up $30,460 and I can reasonably expect about $30,000 if I was to sell it. [bigwhistle][bigwhistle][bigwhistle]

[shack]

I have a D2a that i bought second hand for 10k and have spent about 15k on it since then so after 25k being spent I can reasonably expect about 5-7k if I was to sell it.
I bought my 79 series a couple of years ago for 30k and have spent $460 on a new alternator so all up $30,460 and I can reasonably expect about $30,000 if I was to sell it. [bigwhistle][bigwhistle][bigwhistle]What do you need to do to spend $15 k?

That's impressive.

[trout1105]

What do you need to do to spend $15 k?

That's impressive.

New head gaskets, lifters, leads and coil packs, new power steering pump, reconditioned transfer case, replaced rear diff. new radiator hoses and water pump, new guts for the fan, ARB Bullbar, 12000lb winch, new alternator and battery, new slotted rotors and pads and god only knows what else I have had to replace including2 sets of tyres and a couple of windscreens.
15K doesn't go far when you get everything done by experienced and reliable workshops.
At least NOW I have a Very reliable D2a that I have absolute confidence in to take anywhere[thumbsupbig][bigrolf]
And NO I am not selling it and most likely never will [biggrin]

[bsperka]

I know of a 79 Series which has cost $300,000 so far..... Portal Axles, 40" wheels, custom aluminium canopy, matt black paint job, etc. All engineered.

And it is still a truck.

Cheers
Numb Thumbs ;)And it's still a Toyota

[shack]

New head gaskets, lifters, leads and coil packs, new power steering pump, reconditioned transfer case, replaced rear diff. new radiator hoses and water pump, new guts for the fan, ARB Bullbar, 12000lb winch, new alternator and battery, new slotted rotors and pads and god only knows what else I have had to replace including2 sets of tyres and a couple of windscreens.
15K doesn't go far when you get everything done by experienced and reliable workshops.
At least NOW I have a Very reliable D2a that I have absolute confidence in to take anywhere[thumbsupbig][bigrolf]
And NO I am not selling it and most likely never will [biggrin]Ah I see, some of that is quite "elective" but that's ok I guess!

[trout1105]

Ah I see, some of that is quite "elective" but that's ok I guess!

The only items that were "Elective" was the bulbar and the winch and as I travel solo in remote areas these are not "Wants" they are "Needs" [thumbsupbig][thumbsupbig]

[scarry]

And it's still a Toyota

Looking at the costs for one of the tojo work vans thats going shortly.
Been on the road for 9yrs,fully loaded,then used as the spare van.

Over 10 yrs,292 000k's,$9634 for services at dealer,not one repair.
Five sets of tyres and three batteries.
Three windscreens,all insurance.
Original clutch,brakes,etc.

And its still a Toyota....