Thread: Newby from Syd - Looking at Disco 1

Sounds like it could be a bit problematic especially if there's an auto gearbox issue. There's plenty of D1s for sale around and don't cost much now even for a good one. Service records is a must, and check the cooling system thoroughly.

I've had my D1 V8 auto for almost 20 years now and love driving it. Just had the roof and bonnet repainted.

you can also pick up some d2 now fairly cheap. to be honest i wouldnt go near it. as traco said you can find better ones around. depends on your budget really but to fix auto box may end up costing you more than getting a full working registered one anyway.

Thanks guys...


Am looking at only spending about 3k .. And looking to do most of the work on it myself ...


So have been sourcing boxes, and have found one locally for $1,500 Exchange.. And another in QLD for about $750 delivered.. Figure 1K box, + 1k to rego, and maybe $500 for the car keeps me under the budget.


Have tried to look for something to drive straight away in that price range, but not really seen anything. But yeah, guess I haven't really exhausted all options as yet.


Disco1's on Car Sales where still going for a fair bit more.. From what I have seen ... But am not going to rush into it...


I do want to drop the box and see what's up ... And condition that into the sale if I take it..


A friend knows the guy, and the engine has apparently been well looked after, and all that jazz.. So not sure ... Maybe even if I get it as a parts mule ... And look around..


I do want the diesel though .. Don't want the huge bill of the v8 ...

I'd steer clear of that one unless it was just about given away, there have been plenty of cheap D1's for sale down here within your budget so just keep looking at dont jump at the first pos that comes up.
A reco auto is 3K plus so be wary of 2nd hand boxes for less than 1K.

Originally Posted by loanrangie

I'd steer clear of that one unless it was just about given away, there have been plenty of cheap D1's for sale down here within your budget so just keep looking at dont jump at the first pos that comes up.
A reco auto is 3K plus so be wary of 2nd hand boxes for less than 1K.

Thanks mate.. Will do.. Was hoping to pick up the busted one for $200.. But yeah, will keep an eye out and see what happens..

It might be fine, just minor issues or it might be a nightmare. Lock the centre diff and see if it drives. If you are happy to do the work and dont mind shocks then go for it.

The free revving maybe because it is not in hi/low correctly. Do some checks, particularly with the high/low/diff lock. At 200 clams, I would grab it if not just for parts for the next one.

Looks like he is playing hardball.. And now wanting offers of 1k..

At that price, I don't want to risk it..

Have seen an 02 going for 1k so may look at that instead.. Meets requirements of diesel and auto.. Just needs rego..