Member Since: 17 Jul 2014
Location: Tonbridge
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DISCO 3 Today! Your thoughts Pls!
Dear all,
I am not sure if I have made a good purchase but I have had to work from a reasonably tight budget and have read as much as I can to ensure I get a good deal! I would very much value your thoughts and recommendations on the below Vehicle
Being new ... If the link does not work...
Land Rover Discovery 2.7 Td V6 GS 5dr Auto FULL LEATHER.
95,000
Automatic
2007
BLACK, FULL LEATHER. MANY EXTRAS. Upgrades - 19" Alloy wheels, FULL BLACK LEATHER, CHROME SIDE TUBES, Bluetooth Parrot, Chrome Mirror Covers, REAR PARK ASSIST, Colour Coded Wheel Arches, Next MOT due 16/03/2015, Last serviced on 07/09/2013 at 89,494 miles, Full service history, Excellent bodywork, Black Full leather interior - Excellent Condition, MOT Dec 2014 and New Cam Belt fitted on purchase.
I have requested that a new cam belt is fitted from reading posts. Was this the right thing to do?
How best to transport two dogs cleanly and tidily? Leaving enough room in the boot for a stroller? I shall invest in a rubber mat for the boot... Oh and it does not have a dog guard ... Does anyone have one near York/ Edinburgh?
Recommended Disco 3 care for a vehicle of this age/milage?
Recommended Sat Nav - Halfords? Or can I fit my Garmin Navi? I do not want cables flapping everywhere?
What is the best in car mobile phone device for Disco 3? It has an old looking device called Bluetooth Parrot! looks crap.
Anything advice would be very much appreciated!
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13th Dec 2014 9:06 am
Biffysun
Member Since: 09 Jul 2011
Location: Central
Posts: 1787
2007 MY, lots of others on here are having the oil pump housing replaced at same time as timing belt due to casing failures (lots info on here about it) Car is 7 years old and is due the big (timing belt) service as you asked for. Maybe a local member could have a look for you re suspension and the other 'usual' suspects
oops welcome and Merry Xmas to you too!
13th Dec 2014 9:19 am
mini8334
Member Since: 17 Jul 2014
Location: Tonbridge
Posts: 707
Thank you! Thats very helpful!
Is the "cam belt" the same as the 'timing belt"? I know this is very much a newbie question! I asked for the cam belt to be changed?
13th Dec 2014 9:29 am
tayaste
Member Since: 15 May 2013
Location: Chester
Posts: 7633
^^^^ What he said, get the oil pump changed when doing the belts to latest design.
13th Dec 2014 9:29 am
Biffysun
Member Since: 09 Jul 2011
Location: Central
Posts: 1787
Cam belt = timing belt There is another non-critical belt at the rear of the engine, usually changed at the same time, it drives the HPFP but if it fails the engine just stops doesn't disintegrate. (that being said rear belt failure is not that common )
Sat nav? again lots out there, some have aftermarket custom fits, have a search on here, no matter which you get it will almost certainly be better than the factory fit
Enjoy your new Disco, they are great cars and don't be put off by all the things that 'could' go wrong, hopefully they won't and there are many on here who can give valuable advice if you have any questions
Parrot are decent aftermarket Bluetooth kits. Find the model number and do a search may put your mind at rest if you're worried about compatibility with your phone. Won't change the look though!
13th Dec 2014 9:47 am
Andy Foster
Member Since: 27 Dec 2009
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 6551
I've an 08GS. Do a search for D4 surround. Great mod to do with Garmin/TomTom. Cruise control another easy mod along with steering wheel radio buttons. You will need the CC activating though.
Merry Christmas and enjoy
AndyD4 MY15 SE TECH
D3 gone but never forgotten.
13th Dec 2014 9:57 am
Mr.Tom
Member Since: 01 Jun 2014
Location: St Neots
Posts: 1641
Welcome to the forum, for after market BT, have a look at:
For Sat Nav - any of the modern ones are fine, TomTom or Garmin both seem to get used a lot by professional drivers (unfortunately I have to sit in quite a few private hire cars...)Sill protection - LED internal lights - LED reverse lights - boot liner - Dog Guard - Rock sliders
MY12 D4 HSE - been and gome
MY16 D4 Landmark
13th Dec 2014 10:00 am
Mr.Tom
Member Since: 01 Jun 2014
Location: St Neots
Posts: 1641
See if you can get a service thrown in - low mileage for the last year, but its been 14 months since the last service.Sill protection - LED internal lights - LED reverse lights - boot liner - Dog Guard - Rock sliders
Timing belt, serpentine belt and fuel pump belt, plus the oil pump "should" get done. Then will run for ever (or another seven years, whichever comes first).
There is an aftermarket sat-nav available from Kogan that fits exactly into the space and can be powered invisibly by drilling one small hole under the rubber mat to run a power wire to fuse box.
On a 2007 you may be lucky and have the fitment for a dedicated phone handset under the lid of the cubby box. This is far superior to any bluetooth yet devised as it uses an external antenna with amplifier instead on relying on the phone in your pocket getting a signal. Also works through the vehicle speaker system. The old style Nokia phone required is really cheap second-hand and will never be seen anyway. Just set your smartphone to divert to the other number if unanswered.
How big are the dogs? There is a divider and door that fits to the cargo barrier for just your situation.
Photos of some of these in my gallery. Welcome, and enjoy!A vaccine does not stop you catching a virus, or passing it on, or getting ill from it, really ill. It does reduce the likelyhood of you dying when really, really ill. Stay Alive - KEEP AWAY FROM PEOPLE.
13th Dec 2014 11:03 am
Andy Foster
Member Since: 27 Dec 2009
Location: Liverpool
Posts: 6551
Any link to the Kogan.
Cheers
AndyD4 MY15 SE TECH
D3 gone but never forgotten.
13th Dec 2014 11:18 am
Robbie
Member Since: 05 Feb 2006
Location: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Posts: 17932
If the vehicle has the upgraded hi-line head unit then the best phone system is easily the 'factory fit' D4 bluetooth module. It is also incredibly easy to fit but requires enabling with suitable kit. If your vehicle has the low-line audio then this is not a particularly viable option.
If you are based in York then you will have the great resource of Pete Bell on your doorstep and Prospeed too.
Land Rover - Turning Drivers into Mechanics Since 1948
Member Since: 01 Dec 2010
Location: Here!
Posts: 368
'How best to transport two dogs.............?' You've been to Sandhurst I assume. You're probably a Captain. Bloody hell if you haven't a clue at this stage I suggest you ask your Bty/Coy/Sqn Sergeant Major, I'm confident he/she will put you straight!!
And here's some more free advice: enjoy your Disco, an excellent choice, and FFS DO NOT become a civvy again.......ever, if you can avoid it!
Your friendly, cuddly, former RSM (and LE Rodney)
13th Dec 2014 2:27 pm
mini8334
Member Since: 17 Jul 2014
Location: Tonbridge
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