2014 Discovery

Exactly... It's not always Capitalism that triumphs... Sometimes it's just about having something you like and enjoy.

I never buy a vehicle thinking about the resale. That's a shallow and materialistic way to live (and frankly, quite sad).

I will enjoy my vehicle and modify how I like, and if it becomes worthless or overcapitalised then so be it... I think I've overcapitalised on all my vehicles since day dot...

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Originally Posted by Tombie

Why? It now looks like a new one and has cost him far less than upgrading...

And he's then been good enough to share it with the LR community...

Personally, the D3 interior is far more practical for offroad use whilst the D4 looks nicer externally...

He's got the best of both for a fraction of the price...

Those that keep upgrading are also throwing money away - so what's the difference?!

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Yep...all valid points, no worse I guess that getting the latest flat panels or 5.1, 7.1 or 7.2 surround systems all the time, what ever floats ya boat

tiddy

Can anyone with a delivered 14MY car confirm if the 4x4 info and off-road nav screens are active?
Some chat on here previously about earlier d4's not coming standard with it activated, and dealers not being able to do it....

Also did you guys get a commission number and VIN during the ordering process?

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Originally Posted by Jimlr

Can anyone with a delivered 14MY car confirm if the 4x4 info and off-road nav screens are active?
Some chat on here previously about earlier d4's not coming standard with it activated, and dealers not being able to do it....

Also did you guys get a commission number and VIN during the ordering process?

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Hi,
Offroad nav is active but you have to choose it. If you press the NAV button twice you will be shown a screen where you can pick offroad or on road.

I got my VIN before I got the car, not sure how soon it is available.

I have brought up the 4x4 info screen but As yet have not used the options

Richard

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Originally Posted by wbowner

................I also use a stonestomper when towing. I found that with the low tow bar there was a big gap between the car rear bumper bar and the stomper. This is not jgood. I contacted Christian from stonestomper who as usual was very helpful. They sell an extension piece for $20 which should resolve the problem.
I will post some pics if people are interested, next week after I get it.

Richard

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Hi Richard
I am thinking of trying the standard hitch for my MY14 D4 (due end April)at least initially as I want to try and keep the rear sensors working and with (future) rear wheel carrier and Mitch hitch that is near on impossible. I also have the stone stomper with my D3 + camper and so would be very interested to see your pictures. I also agree Christian provides great service- he fitted my stone stomper at home on Xmas Eve several yrs ago! Regards, David

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Originally Posted by Blue C

Hi Richard
I am thinking of trying the standard hitch for my MY14 D4 (due end April)at least initially as I want to try and keep the rear sensors working and with (future) rear wheel carrier and Mitch hitch that is near on impossible. I also have the stone stomper with my D3 + camper and so would be very interested to see your pictures. I also agree Christian provides great service- he fitted my stone stomper at home on Xmas Eve several yrs ago! Regards, David

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I am hoping to get the stomper extension bar during the week and will try it out.

When I do I will post some pics. Hopefully it will work ok


Richard

An addition
I believe there are two different brackets used for attach the stonestomper
One sits under the the tow ball and another sits on the shaft of the tow ball mount. I have the one that sits on the shaft. If you have the other type you could be OK.

Pic of current situation and bracket

Other pic of the bracket. I will post the new stuff when I get it.
This one shows the bracket I have on the stonestomper

Richard

Has anybody seen this pic of the MY14 getting around the internet, I was admiring its winch, without the use of a bullbar. Has anybody else here trialled this setup?

Attachment 73667

It is a Land Rover option.

If you go on to the website you will find it under accessories.

Very expensive - I believe in the order of $4k + fitting which is an 8 - 10 hour exercise.

I can't believe it would be legal in Australia.
They frown on bull bar attachments let alone a winch sticking out the front by itself.