I have now sold my D3 HSE back to the supplying dealers after 2 years and 8 days. With just over 17,000 miles completed and two services. It's never missed a beat, never gone wrong and went back as good as the day I drove it out.
A really big thank you to James and Spencer at Lookers in Park Royal, they really have been superb throughout and gave me a fantastic price that others couldn't match.
Alas whilst it is the most complete all round vehicle you can buy, a RFL at £435 and a 450 mile range when a tank of diesel is now pushing £130 makes it a no brainer.
A new fully loaded BMW 320D Tourer is now on order and the change hasn't cost a penny.
I wish everyone on here the best for an uncertain future, it's been a real pleasure and without the forum I would never have bought the car in the first place.
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11th Mar 2011 2:38 pm
jkp
Member Since: 17 Sep 2005
Location: Living among Bawbags
Posts: 4528
all the best
I fear you will not be the only one making this tough (or easy) decision.
11th Mar 2011 2:51 pm
Ted Newman
Member Since: 09 Oct 2010
Location: SE London
Posts: 840
Jim it was nice meeting you yesterday and Karin and I wish you all the best for the future - BMW 320D Tourer id a lovely car and from experiences with BMW I am sure you will be happy.
Just a little picture to keep your Avatar company LR Discovery 4 XS pulling an Airstream 532 Caravan also own (since new) a 1996 MGF
It's now on retention, and will go on my next car.....however if you want it I'm willing to sell...
11th Mar 2011 3:53 pm
Talula
Member Since: 05 Jan 2008
Location: Dorset
Posts: 39
I sympathise, also just sold my beloved D3 for a fully loaded Passat estate, £30 road tax 65mpg, not as many smiles but we still have our Freelander and less money for Mr Shell or Mr Taxman always makes sense. Its a sad day when the economy governs what you drive but what can we do. Will still look at the forum and be envious of you all. CheersDon't try to follow me, you wont make it!!
One life. live it.
11th Mar 2011 7:28 pm
DiscoDunc
Member Since: 08 May 2006
Location: Bristol
Posts: 16390
Yep.i'm think along the same lines.
filled up on the M6 this week at £1.46 litre Duncan
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If I'd known I was going to be so thirsty this morning I'd have drunk more beer last night.
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11th Mar 2011 9:54 pm
Russell
Member Since: 24 Aug 2007
Location: Kent
Posts: 10564
DiscoDunc wrote:
Yep.i'm think along the same lines.
filled up on the M6 this week at £1.46 litre
Duncan you going Disco less!!!! MY17 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.
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11th Mar 2011 10:08 pm
DiscoDunc
Member Since: 08 May 2006
Location: Bristol
Posts: 16390
no i have two Duncan
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If I'd known I was going to be so thirsty this morning I'd have drunk more beer last night.
FFRR Autobiography 4.4 SDV8 MY17
D4 HSE MY13 SOLD
FFRR 3.6 Vogue TDV8 SOLD
D4 HSE MY10 SOLD
D4 SE TECH MY15 SOLD
D4 XS MY12 SOLD
D4 HSE MY10 SOLD
D3 HSE MY06 - Re-Cycled Worldwide
11th Mar 2011 10:10 pm
DSL Keeper of the wheelie bin
Member Since: 11 May 2006
Location: Off again! :-)
Posts: 72789
Yeah, you've got to drive around the mountain now, not over it!
More like I can drive to the mountain in one go without having to fill up! I know the Disco is a remarkable car but it hurts when you fill up and other motorists come over to see how much it costs to fill it!
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