Member Since: 29 Jan 2008
Location: Abu Dhabi
Posts: 25
New D4 in abu Dhabi
I just got my new D4 in Abu Dhabi yesterday;
Full house Orkney Grey v8 HSE, very handsome, will post some pics soon.
A funny thing happened; There was a bit of a delay in getting the plates fitted at the dealer, when I went to take delivery, so I left my wife at the dealers to actually take the new D4 home, as I was late for a meeting.
Next thing, the salesman spends about an hour explaining all the features to her, which she never even knew existed. So by the time I got home in the evening, she was quite enthused to tell me all about this and that new feature, and how it all works.
Sadly (for me), she seems to much prefer it over our trusty v6 HSE D3 so I may not be spending that much time behind the wheel. On the plus side, at least I won't hear any nagging about how we didn't need a new car.
I kept my D3, (sold the Cayenne to get the D4), so now have both. Don't allow an inanimate object to outwit you.
27th Mar 2012 10:51 am
highbayrack
Member Since: 09 Jul 2008
Location: Northamptonshire
Posts: 2776
Top Man I'll be in Abu Dhabi from the 30th Apr to 3rd May I'll keep an eye open for you 8) .On a mission to find the perfect Pork Pie. Just Found it (I think)..(Yes I have)
Official product sponsor for "Bloodhound SSC" 1000+ mph world land speed record
27th Mar 2012 11:38 am
Squirrel
Member Since: 29 Jan 2008
Location: Abu Dhabi
Posts: 25
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31st Mar 2012 2:58 pm
Squirrel
Member Since: 29 Jan 2008
Location: Abu Dhabi
Posts: 25
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She is a handsome beast, and a true delight to drive.Don't allow an inanimate object to outwit you.
31st Mar 2012 3:01 pm
Russell
Member Since: 24 Aug 2007
Location: Kent
Posts: 10564
I would take that back if I were you as it is damaged
Wheel is on the wrong side
Looks very nice though much better than the PorschMY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
MY15 D4 HSE Kaikoura Stone
MY12 D4 HSE Nara Bronze Sold and gone
MY11 D4 HSE Stornaway Grey Sold and gone
D3 S spec Silver Sold and gone
Tow bar, full length roof bars, side steps, tow bar storage unit, surround camers.
D4 camera club
31st Mar 2012 3:32 pm
devonchilliman
Member Since: 03 Nov 2008
Location: Devon
Posts: 5224
Very nice '80 109 Stage 1 V8 - still going strong!
'13 LR4 HSE - HD pack (sold)
'11 LR4 HSE - HD Pack (sold)
'07 LR3 V8 SE (sold)
Ex '85 110 County V8 (left in Oz)
31st Mar 2012 4:34 pm
Squirrel
Member Since: 29 Jan 2008
Location: Abu Dhabi
Posts: 25
Maiden voyage off road yesterday. Frankly I am blown away by the performance of the LR4 off road. With oodles of torque from the big V8, and everything so nicely sorted - suspension, brakes, electronic traction control which is so non-intrusive.
I'm lucky enough to have the electronic diff-lock, which kicks in right when you need that little extra, and voila!
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A little spoil for my new toy!
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Don't allow an inanimate object to outwit you.
12th May 2012 6:35 pm
InnuendoMaster
Member Since: 09 Oct 2011
Location: Whitstable
Posts: 384
Love the mat, very AliBarBar
12th May 2012 7:09 pm
Popelka
Member Since: 31 May 2008
Location: Praha (Prague)
Posts: 2430
I like the suction to rear window for the flag, neat idea and taken off when not in use.
need one of them when I park up in shopping centre carpark as I always forget where I parked my car... Experience is a difficult teacher, because she gives the test first and then the lesson afterwards!!!!
13th May 2012 7:30 am
dadof7kids
Member Since: 23 Aug 2011
Location: sunny Doncaster
Posts: 1303
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LOOKS PERFECT NOW... java Black D3 gone : (
Club Lux : ) GONE : (
13th May 2012 9:30 am
crews control
Member Since: 18 Mar 2007
Location: Dorset
Posts: 5011
They should make a global model?
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13th May 2012 9:43 am
Ceekay
Member Since: 17 May 2009
Location: Bury
Posts: 2057
Due to your other halfs interest in the vehicle after collection I take it that swmbo is driving in the desert D4 HSE Lux MY16 Club Waitomo
D3 HSE MY06 missing her still…
13th May 2012 10:06 am
KenR
Member Since: 17 Jan 2010
Location: Argyll Scotland
Posts: 329
Just out of interest, how long is the LR warranty in abu Dhabi?
13th May 2012 6:16 pm
Squirrel
Member Since: 29 Jan 2008
Location: Abu Dhabi
Posts: 25
Thanks for the comments, all good fun.
LR4 warranty in UAE is 5 years - dealer is pretty good about fixing stuff under warranty if possible. My LR3 had a number of batteries replaced as well as repairs to the a/c compressor, under warranty.
Fortunately, SWMBO lets me drive on weekends, especially in the desert! Frankly I worry more about her getting dents and scratches at the shopping centre than I will in the desert, so we are about even there.
I've been driving my LR3 as the daily commuter to work, and frankly I still enjoy the 4.0l v6 for every day.
The v8 5.0l comes into its own on weekends when you are using it as a tow car or loaded up to go camping, etc. She just eats up those miles on and off road without ever breaking a sweat. It just feels surreal to be in a Disco with so much power and capable of some serious and sustainable speed when you give it a bit of wellie.Don't allow an inanimate object to outwit you.
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