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xetas
Member Since: 01 Mar 2011
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 22
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Hi everyone,
I'm new to the forums, just trying to do some research on the US LR4. Initially my wife and I went into the LR dealership to take a look at some RRS's however, we were enticed by the size/strength of the LR4.
Any recommendations on options?
Things to look for at the dealer?
Negotiation tips?
I realize this is a more UK friendly forum but, the information I've seen and searched for have all been invaluable. Thank you all!
Also, if you can share your personal opinions about your LR4's it would be much appreciated! Thanks again!
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 1st Mar 2011 1:47 am |
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Pollski
Member Since: 22 Jan 2011
Location: Kent
Posts: 149
  
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Morning !
I'm a bit of a newby here too  )
We are picking up our D4 HSE on Friday so will be able to give you an update. There are so many additional extras to think about and it all depends on what weather you have, vehicle useage etc. We live in Kent in the SE of England and have added the cool box (we have kids), remote park heating, ipod dock, 20" alloys, privacy glass and black leather. As you know, the HSE has loads of additional features anyway.
My husband did the deal as he is better at negotiating than me.
Have to say this is a brilliant forum. Everyone is really friendly. You have definitely come to the right place !
And if you ever plan to relocate to the UK, I can recommend our dealer, who has been great.
Take care and welcome aboard 
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| 1st Mar 2011 9:29 am |
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xetas
Member Since: 01 Mar 2011
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 22
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Much appreciated Pollski!
We live in Massachusetts, North East of US. The LR4 will replace our BMW 330XI after two terrible winters together. We do have another child on the way so, I've been giving alot of thought to the "family" options such as the cooler box and rear heated seats/dvd entertainment package. Does the iPod dock work with all iPods or just the newer generation?
Also, I couldn't help but notice your name...are you by any chance Polish? (sorry if you get asked that alot)
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| 1st Mar 2011 2:19 pm |
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Pollski
Member Since: 22 Jan 2011
Location: Kent
Posts: 149
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Quote:Also, I couldn't help but notice your name...are you by any chance Polish? (sorry if you get asked that alot) Smile
Nope ... just an old handle from the old skool dayzzzz ... stuck with me for a long time now. I have been asked that a lot so please don't feel the need to apologise, I am very used to it ! And given the work ethics of the Polish in this country, then I see it as a compliment !
Great choice of car for the expanding family - can't wait to get our mitts on ours !
We were umming over the whole DVD option but maybe when we exchange in a few years ...
Re: ipod issue. I would think it would be pretty standard across the board as long as the connector is the same. I have a second gen one so will try mine out when we get the car. The hubski has an iphone 4 and 3rd gen ipod so will see how they all sync in.
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| 1st Mar 2011 2:25 pm |
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wvlenthe
Member Since: 07 Jan 2009
Location: Arnhem
Posts: 1967
  
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xetas wrote:I've been giving alot of thought to the "family" options such as the cooler box and rear heated seats/dvd entertainment package.
Hi Xetas,
I don't know how much LR charge for the RSE option. They wanted just short of € 2,000 for a retrofit here.
You might consider using screens you can take out and use stand-alone too. There's dvd players with 2 screens attached which strap around the headrest for under € 200. The difference buys you 2 iPads your kids can use when they are old enough, you get to use it until then.
Good luck speccing! And welcome to this forum and LR ownership. Be sure to tell us what you buy!
regards,
Wiljo D3 V8 HSE Auto in Zermatt silver - driveway version gone but not forgotten, only the living room cupboard version remains
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| 1st Mar 2011 9:27 pm |
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xetas
Member Since: 01 Mar 2011
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 22
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wvlenthe,
For some reason that slipped my mind until I read your sentence, we already own an iPad and could pick up another one for 10% of the cost of the RSE package and have them for other things. I guess sometimes it takes an outside view to make you look at things realistically. Thanks for smacking some sense into me!(I usually expect my wife to do that) 
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| 1st Mar 2011 10:02 pm |
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DiscoDunc
Member Since: 08 May 2006
Location: Bristol
Posts: 16390
 
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the surround cameras for tow assist are a good option. the cameras themselves are a bit of a gimmick but you need them for towassist.
re other extras, save the money and use it for a winch and RAI
My ipod and iphone 3GS works well. there are 3 TSBs to upgrade the infotainmant system and bluetooth but i am assuming that you have the latest s/w installed anyway Duncan
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| 1st Mar 2011 10:07 pm |
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wvlenthe
Member Since: 07 Jan 2009
Location: Arnhem
Posts: 1967
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xetas wrote:Thanks for smacking some sense into me!(I usually expect my wife to do that)
You could ask forum member Discotres about this setup, he is using iPads for RSE. At least he says he does
And btw, talking of winters, I find heated seats a must, especially with leather seats.
regards,
Wiljo D3 V8 HSE Auto in Zermatt silver - driveway version gone but not forgotten, only the living room cupboard version remains
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| 2nd Mar 2011 6:56 am |
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xetas
Member Since: 01 Mar 2011
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 22
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I'm a pretty big tinkerer/modder so, it will be interesting what can be accomplished with the Lr4's electronics system.
I've been cruising through the Android app and am loving all of the information, if you haven't checked it out its really worth the DL.
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| 2nd Mar 2011 10:12 pm |
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RichardB
Member Since: 04 May 2010
Location: Hants
Posts: 485
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On iPads I saw some Brodit mounts for these on a web site the other day. Attach to the headrest rods and then just clip in. Looked neat and much cheaper than RSE overall. Plus the iPad screen is bigger than those in RSE package. Also saw a digital tv receiver for iPad (TIZI) but not sure if those work in US.
As for LR options. If your model does not include I'd recommend:
- rear camera
- full size spare
- xenon headlamps. Ideally adaptive
And a tow bar if you think you might ever need to or even mount a rack (skis, bike) on the ball.
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| 2nd Mar 2011 10:33 pm |
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