Lmarion
Joined: 08 Jun 2008
Location: turkey
Posts: 11
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Hi,
Me and my family have decided to buy a Discovery 3.
I know this vehicle for a long time , and i have done some research on web about this vehicle.
We are planning to buy the 2008 TDV6 HSE version.
I have seen some complaints about this car on this and other LR3 owners forum.
I would like to ask some questions about these complaints.
1.http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic805.htm...nditioning power issue still exists ?
2. Air Conditioning : I have read some complaints about it, is it for real ? does LR3s have air conditioning problems ? (HSE version the one with the climate control)
if there's, still exist in 2008 ?
And in the early models , i have read that there was a software update which solves some bugs about the system.
Are there still those kind of (air suspension based on software .etc..) problems in the 2008 model ?
Thanks for your time
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flinty99
Joined: 17 Mar 2008
Location: Durham
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Lmarion,
I have a 2007 XS, so cannot speak fully for the 2008 HSE. But what I can say is this is the best vehicle I have ever owned. (touching wood) 
Yes I have had a problem or two – Fog lights fusing out, EPB squealing, but then I have had problems with a lot of the cars in the past.
What I would say is I would defiantly buy another. JUst hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine,
Ian
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| Sun Jun 08 2008 9:40pm |
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JMC
Joined: 25 Feb 2006
Location: Aberdeen-Angus. Where the Bull* comes from!
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Early problems (2004/5) were almost all sorted. 2006 Model onwards was a significant improvement. 2008 should not have any inherent problems as the D3 has been well proven by now.  The older I get, the more I realise that people confuse wrinkles for wisdom 
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| Sun Jun 08 2008 9:45pm |
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BORDER ROVER
Joined: 03 Dec 2007
Location: Germany
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Lmarion,
I have a MY08 HSE and have no problems at all (touch wood). Previous to this one i had a 55 plate SE and only had some minor issues.
It is an excellent vehicle and am unaware of any recent problems ongoing with the climate control. I hope that you take the plunge and buy one as they are a joy. MY08 JAVA BLACK HSE,
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| Sun Jun 08 2008 9:46pm |
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Joz
Joined: 06 Jun 2008
Location: Brussels
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I always remember my friends' astonishment when I announced my intention to go for a British car. They were telling me that it was a bad idea and told me that I should expect lot of problems.
I must say that so far I had no problems (touching woods, of course) apart from those that I made (scratching the alloy wheels when green laining, garage accidents). Although it is a 2006 SE model, but I imagine, the 2008 models should be even further improved.
Once the cruise control went off but an engine re-start sorted out that problem. Never since that occoured.
Although I am up to go to the dealer to fix my left rear view mirror (if it is called in that way) which I bended a little bit inwards when the car leaned over a tree in a tight passage during a green laning  .
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 9:06am |
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hernan1304
Joined: 28 Feb 2008
Location: Dubai
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If it breaks, it's under warranty...
My 2008 V8 HSE is currently getting a new engine because of overheating caused by a faulty thermostat switch. Could it have happened to a Land Cruiser? Yes.
No matter what 4x4 you get - make sure you take at least two cars when you go offroading to remote locations.
The D3 is a fantastic car, and was working perfectly until I had this issue. I miss it and can't wait to get it back!
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 9:26am |
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Pelyma
Joined: 06 Jan 2005
Location: Clymping, Sussex
Posts: 4468
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I have had a 2005MY car and now a 2006MY, the first had issues the second has had none and has now done 40K miles. Every car has problems even Audi Lexus and Porsche, people with gripes tend to be drawn to forums such as this.
Buy one and enjoy it! DS3 TDV6 HSE
Silver with Alpacca (old one)
DS3 TDV6 HSE
Silver with Alpacca (new one)
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 11:17am |
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Jamo
Joined: 18 Jan 2006
Location: Esperance, Western Australia
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I've got a MY2005 HSE and have done 125000km. I've never had any airconditoning problems at all. Have a nice day!
2005 HSE TDV6 HDVH with: ARB Bar, winch with dynamica rope, kaymar twin wheel carrier, 245/70R17 STT's (bush), 265/60R18 HT+ (town), 110l aux fuel tank, satphone, uhf, raised air intake, cargo barrier, ipf xs900 spotlights, frontrunner roofrack, meridian AHR baby seat, rear diff lock, premium satnav, dual batteries, Offroving rock sliders; and just about all the niggles ironed out.
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 11:27am |
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lafona00
Joined: 30 Nov 2007
Location: Teddington + South East of Paris (Fontainebleau)
Posts: 390
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MY2008
7k miles on the clock.
No issue at all...
Have really tried the AC because I got it in December 07.
Excellent vehicule Arno
 Disco 3 XS Auto - MY2008 - Leather, heated seats.
 Def 90 - 1993
Freelander 2001 - Died after 210k km (130k miles)
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 11:36am |
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tucker_j
Joined: 01 Oct 2005
Location: Kent
Posts: 163
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I have a 2008.5 HSE and can report;
1. No Aircon probs whatsoever (it is permanently on)
2. No suspension problems whatsoever (this did happen on my MY2005 but was rectified by software
3. Fog light wiring rubbed on metal bracket causing fuses to blow - fixed it myself
4. Almost 13,000 miles completed so far and still grinning  2008 TDV6 HSE
1998 90 TDi CSW
IT's NOT A JEEP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 1:34pm |
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warrior22
Joined: 06 Apr 2008
Location: All over the soddin' place!
Posts: 190
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TDV6 HSE bought new in november 2006. 50000 miles. Only problem I've had is the reverse dip mirror not going back to normal position. Sorted with updated software. Do a fair amount offroad with work. Best vehicle in the World for all the right reasons!
Out of interest, what's the price of diesel over there at the moment.
Drove to Istanbul and Ankara a few years back in my Defender. Beautiful country! And loved the Blue Mosque and markets. Not the driving in Istanbul though!  Don't be paranoid.........'They' don't like it!!!!!!!
Currently: Land Rover
Previously: Other Land Rovers
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 2:21pm |
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paynetec
Joined: 10 Apr 2008
Location: Dubai
Posts: 50
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The Air Conditioning is supurb, if it can cope with the weather in UAE I should think that Turkey will not be a problem.
The only issue I have had so far is that the Air Suspension would not rise when it got very hot and stayed down until the compressor cooled! Happened once and never again...touch wood!!!!!!!!!!!
Definately the best vehicle I have ever owned or driven
CP
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 2:44pm |
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Lmarion
Joined: 08 Jun 2008
Location: turkey
Posts: 11
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warrior22 wrote:TDV6 HSE bought new in november 2006. 50000 miles. Only problem I've had is the reverse dip mirror not going back to normal position. Sorted with updated software. Do a fair amount offroad with work. Best vehicle in the World for all the right reasons!
Out of interest, what's the price of diesel over there at the moment.
Drove to Istanbul and Ankara a few years back in my Defender. Beautiful country! And loved the Blue Mosque and markets. Not the driving in Istanbul though!
Thanks =)
Driving in Istanbul is a bit painful actually =( i wouldn't recommend that to anyone ...
The TDV6 HSE version is 94.612 EU in Turkey right now.
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 5:03pm |
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Lmarion
Joined: 08 Jun 2008
Location: turkey
Posts: 11
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Thanks for all your answers.
One more thing , the range rover sport will have a new face in 2009 http://www.otokritik.com/haber/100-Range-Rover-Sporta-2009-makyaji.html
Any of you know if there's a change scheduled on the Disco 3 in 2009 or soon ?
Thanks for your time.
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| Mon Jun 09 2008 5:07pm |
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pventon
Joined: 03 Jun 2008
Location: London
Posts: 12
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Hi,
I have a 2008 TDV6 HSE Disco and I love it. A cou ple of weeks into having the car the electronic drivers seat broke but the dealer had it fixed right away and came tpo pick up the car and deliovered it back.
Only issue I have with the Disco3 is the fact it is easy for thieves to steal the spare wheel (19'' alloy will cost circa £600 to replace).
Can't fault the car though.
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