Thread: used discovery 3

Originally Posted by ~Rich~

Yes I agree the Disco is more expensive than a Prado to look after, perhaps a Pajero would of been a better choice for you.

$1500 seems excessive for the Auto pan and service.

In regard to your other costs - Tyres I recall all vehicles have those and they do tend to wear out, Disco or not they still do.
Same with batteries and brakes, most vehicles now a days tend to wear the discs and pads out quicker for better braking performance.

Why did you do the front and rear timing belts so early?
This expense could of been postponed until due at 110,000k.

Hi Rich,


I was told that it goes by age of the car and not just the kms. The mechanic showed me the belts afterwards and they did look worn. I think you are right about the steel pan. Think I got ripped off there. Agree with your comment about tyres and the battery was a Varta G14.


I'm hoping I'm onto a good workshop now and that I've done most of the major stuff.


Cheers Ian

Originally Posted by salladam

Eeekkk....as much as I would love a discovery 3...I think it would be better financially for us if we went for something different....my husband would probs do the servicing but I dont think we could afford if something went wrong and kept going wrong plus we are not great on the regular care this car would need....thank you all for your replies

I can see how the replies could concern you. You did not mention what your price range was. Coming from a 2003 Prado you may want to consider a low km 2004 Discovery 2. The Discovery 2 was very advanced compared to the competition at the time, a sign of what was to come with the D3, and a great way to fall in love with Land Rovers.