D5, Defender 110 or LC300

quote.. I can’t believe that people think a new Defender is expensive!

well , you must be looking at different price lists than me.

they are expensive , that's why I haven't got one.

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Originally Posted by Eric SDV6SE

You are my new best friend . I have followed the same logic. Yet to drive one, but just on paper the P400 makes so much sense.

My MY11 D4 has its foibles, but it has ALWAYS gotten us home- period.

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The P400 Defender is a very impressive bit of kit. The LC300 is a bloated ugly duckling.

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Originally Posted by Eric SDV6SE

You are my new best friend . I have followed the same logic. Yet to drive one, but just on paper the P400 makes so much sense.

My MY11 D4 has its foibles, but it has ALWAYS gotten us home- period.

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Apart from the P for petrol. Do I also presume that for the whole 294kW you’re up for 98 RON? I guess when we’re in this league we’re not watching the cost of fuel. I still don’t think I’d switch from diesel.

**** it - wait for an Ineos [bigwhistle]

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Originally Posted by mowog

The P400 Defender is a very impressive bit of kit. The LC300 is a bloated ugly duckling.

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Had one pull alongside in Adelaide the other day - OMG its disgraceful...

He launched from the lights as I wasnt in play mode... Next set of lights he didnt fare so well [bigsmile]

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Originally Posted by Tombie

**** it - wait for an Ineos [bigwhistle]

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Oooooo [emoji4]

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Originally Posted by mowog

I have a 2010 D4 which I brought new. Its now at 252,000klm it has never left me stranded, yes its had problems however it has been a workhorse doing an awesome job. I never thought much of the D5 I looked but never felt inclined to buy one.
I also have a 2008 L322 TDV8 now that is one hell of a car. I am really surprised at how similar it is to drive compared to the new Defender. I am talking about around town and highway cruising. And that TDV8 3.6 is a bloody gem.

I started the hunt for a new tow vehicle the LC200/300 idea was dumped straight away. You need to spend thousands of dollars to make either anywhere near capable. I tried a Y62 it drove well but again money needs to be spent on them. Dealer networks I think people are kidding themselves on what they think can be fixed in remote area's and modern 4x4 will be stuck for parts if it breaks. The bad part for Toyota owners you will be stuck in some small crappy town. Land Rover will recover your car to a Dealer in a nice town.

I drove a D300 Defender I loved the drive but I was unimpressed with the engine.
I drove a P400 Defender that is one hell of an engine

My pick a P400 S 110 I have ordered one I picked the S because I could get a P400 at reasonable price.

My build https://build.landrover/8C51608B

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That's a nice "build" and would also be my choice if I could afford....
0-100 kph (0-60 mph) is very impressive at 6.1 secs.
I have owned several Mk2 Jaguar 3.8 litre manuals and in their day/s (1960's) they were considered a fast motor car with their quoted 0-60 mph time was 8.1 secs.
Now, a rotton 'ol 4x4 is quicker......[bawl]

ENJOY!! (When you get it!!) [biggrin]

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Originally Posted by mowog

I have a 2010 D4 which I brought new. Its now at 252,000klm it has never left me stranded, yes its had problems however it has been a workhorse doing an awesome job. I never thought much of the D5 I looked but never felt inclined to buy one.
I also have a 2008 L322 TDV8 now that is one hell of a car. I am really surprised at how similar it is to drive compared to the new Defender. I am talking about around town and highway cruising. And that TDV8 3.6 is a bloody gem.

I started the hunt for a new tow vehicle the LC200/300 idea was dumped straight away. You need to spend thousands of dollars to make either anywhere near capable. I tried a Y62 it drove well but again money needs to be spent on them. Dealer networks I think people are kidding themselves on what they think can be fixed in remote area's and modern 4x4 will be stuck for parts if it breaks. The bad part for Toyota owners you will be stuck in some small crappy town. Land Rover will recover your car to a Dealer in a nice town.

I drove a D300 Defender I loved the drive but I was unimpressed with the engine.
I drove a P400 Defender that is one hell of an engine

My pick a P400 S 110 I have ordered one I picked the S because I could get a P400 at reasonable price.

My build https://build.landrover/8C51608B

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Nice, I'm aiming for the P400 in SE spec...

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Originally Posted by DiscoJeffster

Apart from the P for petrol. Do I also presume that for the whole 294kW you’re up for 98 RON? I guess when we’re in this league we’re not watching the cost of fuel. I still don’t think I’d switch from diesel.

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I would, never used to say that. But now most of them are boosted. Excellent

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Originally Posted by DiscoJeffster

Apart from the P for petrol. Do I also presume that for the whole 294kW you’re up for 98 RON? I guess when we’re in this league we’re not watching the cost of fuel. I still don’t think I’d switch from diesel.

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Prefers 98 - it will happily run on 95.