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  1. 8th February 2009, 09:00 PM #1
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    Newbie Questions

    Sorry if these questions have been answered elsewhere, but my IT skills are rather limited.....
    I had a 97 TDi in the past, and i LOVED the car, but simply could not afford to keep it on the road, so it went for a sensible car
    Well now a few years on, and i am looking for my car (the second car in the family) and would love another fourby, and of course i just love discos, and they are certainly no at the "right price".
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    Can they be made a reliable, sensible daily driver? I have limited technological skills, and that includes diy car stuff (but i am willing to learn if anyone wants a padawon learner). Is it likley that its just going to cost me $$$$$$$, or can i spend some now to save much later. Please help where you can, i SOOOO want another TDi in the drivway, but i certainly dont want a repeat of last time.
    Thanks in advance
    Scott
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  2. 8th February 2009, 09:53 PM #2
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    I bought my 1996 Discovery TDI in July last year and since put on approx 40000kms. Used as my work vehicle and is a daily driver. Do all maintenance myself as I cannot afford to have it off the road for a day while it is being serviced, and it is hard to find a mechanic who works outside normal business hours. I have found my Disco to be very reliable (Now has just under 300,000kms on the odometer). I love it.
    Warren

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    Formerly: 2003 D2a Update TD5 Auto. Platinum edition. ARB Bar, 36" LED light bar, cargo barrier, dual batteries.
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  3. 9th February 2009, 08:21 AM #3
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    Scott, if you choose to own a D1 again , remember the newest one you can get now will be a minimum of 11 years old. Then there is the vehicles history and of course the mileage traveled. Realistically, it will be similar to purchasing any old vehicle, there is only a limited amount of pre- purchase research and mechanical checking you (or a mechanic) can do. There is always an element luck involved in purchasing anything second-hand……

    I would suggest having some money kept aside for possible future repairs and maintenance.

    Cheers Mate
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  4. 10th February 2009, 06:38 PM #4
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    Thanks for your help. I just cant get past how much i loved my last one,so i guess ill just have to bite the bullett and hope for the best. Tahnks again.
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  5. 11th February 2009, 04:45 AM #5
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    Scott if you loved a D1 you will love a D2 even more... quieter, smoother, more power. If you read posts on here they have their issues but compared to a TDi the TD5 is much nicer to drive... That'll probably set off the TDi crowd...
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