Member Since: 23 Nov 2006
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 189
To get back to the original question...
I looked that the v6 drive away deal as well. Then I test drove one and bought the V8. I got a deal on one that was on the yard which had a few other options on it. The v6 was very slow for me. Maybe I had unreasonable expectations, but I felt that I would be cursing the engine all the time.
However, most of the dealers stock was V6. I could have had almost any colour & option I wanted in a v6, I had a good choice of diseasels and I had only 3 V8s to choose from.
I didn't test the diseasel and the dealer said it was 20K more (before haggling). I don't really like the things for irrational reasons.
Since buying the v8 I have found that some accessories, such as safari snorkels are TDV6 only, which is annoying.
Personally I am very happy with my choice. The consumption I get is the same as someone just posted they get with their V6. Performance is good. I have been very happy with how it overtakes 80 KMH trucks on open roads. It does OK in cities and is acceptably fast there.
I just wish they offered the supercharged engine in a D3 at a price I could afford...
Steve
9th Feb 2007 1:42 am
nwoods
Member Since: 04 Apr 2006
Location: Southern California
Posts: 563
I have a petrol V6. It does not lack for power, but I really enjoy the V8 models that that dealer gives me on loan from time to time.
I do get better gas mileage with the V6 (about 15-16 MPG), and only average 13.8 mpg in the V8. To me, it's not a significant enough difference to measure.
The V6 is perfectly mated to the transmission though. Significantly better than the V8 models I have driven (wven those with the patch).
Still, if I had the option, I'd go for the 35mpg TDiV6 or the V8 petrol
9th Feb 2007 3:45 am
TDMP
Member Since: 16 Jul 2006
Location: South Gippsland
Posts: 511
Re: V6 Petrol SE Driveaway deal...
Mal99 - I think you can see, we all love our D3's whatever they are! Decide whatever you like as long as its D3 and you'll love it!
malfunction99 wrote:
And this would be my only vehicle, so a large portion of my driving will be suburban hum-drum...
I guess it will all come down to your usage and your budget.
Best of luck
(diesel is best )Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent.
Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent.
Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil?
Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?
(Epicurus BC 341-270)
9th Feb 2007 4:03 am
mobyone
Member Since: 23 Dec 2005
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 394
Hi Mal99,
As one of the V6 owners on this forum, I can safely say that I am 100% totally thrilled with the D3.
The cars' size, ergonomics, stance, layout, practicality, smoothness and overall ability is the only thing you need to consider when buying. As you, I too do approx 20k/year and most of that is kid pick-up and drop off. I've been on several off road trips and long trips and the vehicle performed brilliantly in terms of power and fuel consumption and ride. I had a D2 V8 prior to this one and certainly do not miss it. I agree that I would have to cover more than 150,000kms before I broke even compared to the TDV6, however $$ and fuel consumption are not the only factors as others have mentioned. To me the decision was easy, as back in Dec 05 they were literally giving the SE's away at $59,990 driveaway (which included metalic paint and 19" wheels ). The 10k difference is still in my pocket and the car is on my driveway ready to rock and roll with the best of them...
Don't forget to squeeze the dealer for the corporate pack depending on which company you work for, they will throw in free servicing for 3 years (covers all parts and labour) All you need is a business card !!
Good luck, no matter which way you go you won't be dissapointed...
Cheers HarryWhat's the point.... it all comes out in the wash anyway!
85 Range Rover
01 Disco Series II
05 D3 V6SE, Bonatti Grey, 19"alloys
9th Feb 2007 11:14 am
300+
Member Since: 23 Nov 2006
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 189
nwoods wrote:
I have a petrol V6. It does not lack for power,
Just to put my comments in perspective, my other car is an STi... My nick is the BHP required to enter my garage.
Cheers, Steve
9th Feb 2007 11:25 am
catweasel
Member Since: 05 May 2006
Location: Bundaleer
Posts: 4805
mobyone wrote:
All you need is a business card !!
not necessarily
9th Feb 2007 12:41 pm
nwoods
Member Since: 04 Apr 2006
Location: Southern California
Posts: 563
300+ wrote:
nwoods wrote:
I have a petrol V6. It does not lack for power,
Just to put my comments in perspective, my other car is an STi... My nick is the BHP required to enter my garage.
Cheers, Steve
I love it!
I too have a love for horse power!
I bought a 2004 Corvette Z16 (special edition Z06), with over 400 hp. I have raced SCCA events in the past, and graduated the Bob Bondurant High Performance Driving school. I know what HP feels like. The V6 does NOT lack for power....especially in comparison to the earlier Disco's, Range Rover Classics, etc...
9th Feb 2007 3:12 pm
caverD3
Member Since: 03 Jul 2006
Location: Oberon, NSW
Posts: 6922
This is what the dealer needs to fill out for corporate plan:
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“There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely gamesâ€
Ernest Hemmingway
D4 3.0 Active Diff, Adaptive Lights, High Beam Assist, Surround Cameras, Privacy Glass.
D3 2.7:Adaptive Headlights,Electronic Rear Diff,ARB Bar,Blaupunkt Speakers,JVC Powered Subwoofer,Removable Snorkel,Mitch Hitch,Pioneer After Market Head Unit,Steering Wheel Control Adaptor,Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.
9th Feb 2007 11:24 pm
MarkTaylor
Member Since: 28 Dec 2006
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 185
The V6 Petrol SE
Well, I bought one and returned from a camping holiday yesterday towing our CT. I love it. I looked at the diesel, but at $11,000.00 extra, it really is a joke. It might have more torque, but it has less horsepower. And it's horespower that gets you over the hill quicker. After all, that is what the definiton of horsepower is. In the owners manual LR show the diesel to be 2 seconds slower from 0 - 60 MPH. That is a lot. Fuel consumption.. well sure the diesel is much better, but over a 4 year lease $11,000.00 can buy a lot of petrol.
On our holiday we came back over the Connodale ranges and up through Maleny to visit my brother. On the hills I passed a Toyota diesel Hilux (an older model) who seemd to be struggling with the hill. Slow and lots of black smoke. The Disco passed it easily towing the CT.
The V8 really appealed, but to go from V6 SE to HSE V8 is around $23K. Simply too much.
If you're in the market for a new Disco, you won't be disappointed with the V6 Petrol. You'll love it.
Cheers
Mark TaylorNothing of any value is ever achieved without some sacrifice.
10th Feb 2007 3:45 am
TDMP
Member Since: 16 Jul 2006
Location: South Gippsland
Posts: 511
good comments mark, well said
and you've convinced me
If I was buying again and letting my head rule the decision, I'm sure the $11,000 would have stayed in my (SWMBO's) pocket.
Still, the heart is happy with diesel (and if I sell it in 3-5 years (to upgrade to a 3lt Diesel!!) I'll get back a fair bit of the purchase price difference v the petrol).
BTW
D3 ownership now = 2 weeks. k's now = 2,400. Lt/100 k's = 9.8
Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent.
Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent.
Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil?
Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?
(Epicurus BC 341-270)
10th Feb 2007 10:45 am
catweasel
Member Since: 05 May 2006
Location: Bundaleer
Posts: 4805
MarkTaylor wrote:
but at $11,000.00 extra, it really is a joke.
who are you people dealing with (or not dealing with)
10th Feb 2007 1:46 pm
MarkTaylor
Member Since: 28 Dec 2006
Location: Brisbane
Posts: 185
Who are we dealing with?
While you may find better deals by shopping around, I'm just talking the RRP from LR.
V6 SE to TDV6 Se is around $11K
Cheers
MTNothing of any value is ever achieved without some sacrifice.
11th Feb 2007 7:48 am
mobyone
Member Since: 23 Dec 2005
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 394
caverD3 wrote:
This is what the dealer needs to fill out for corporate plan:
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Hi CaverD3,
My LR dealer had a sheet of paper with a list of "pre-signed" companies on it when I was looking to buy. during the sales pitch they simply asked who I worked for, checked the list for the company name, asked for a business card to confirm I worked there and presto .... instant free servicing.. I too was amazed it was that easy. Having said that though, LR did have to compete somehow against pretty good fleet discounts offered by Toyota, so I guess the corp plan is one way out!
If my company wasn't on the list then I suppose the form would need to be completed etc etc.. Note there were at least 100 companies on the list, so pretty good odds.
What's the point.... it all comes out in the wash anyway!
85 Range Rover
01 Disco Series II
05 D3 V6SE, Bonatti Grey, 19"alloys
11th Feb 2007 12:20 pm
caverD3
Member Since: 03 Jul 2006
Location: Oberon, NSW
Posts: 6922
Companies with turnover >$30 million I believe.“There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely gamesâ€
Ernest Hemmingway
D4 3.0 Active Diff, Adaptive Lights, High Beam Assist, Surround Cameras, Privacy Glass.
D3 2.7:Adaptive Headlights,Electronic Rear Diff,ARB Bar,Blaupunkt Speakers,JVC Powered Subwoofer,Removable Snorkel,Mitch Hitch,Pioneer After Market Head Unit,Steering Wheel Control Adaptor,Remote Adjustable Supension Rod System, Taxside Dual Battery System.
11th Feb 2007 9:55 pm
TDMP
Member Since: 16 Jul 2006
Location: South Gippsland
Posts: 511
caverD3 wrote:
Companies with turnover >$30 million I believe.
and 10+ employees who are entitled to receive vehicles with their salary packages.Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent.
Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent.
Is he both able and willing? Then whence cometh evil?
Is he neither able nor willing? Then why call him God?
(Epicurus BC 341-270)
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). The 10k difference is still in my pocket and the car is on my driveway ready to rock and roll with the best of them... 
