Harry, cheers for running in my new Defender so gently …. I just purchased this actual Land Rover, then found this video,, after the initial shock of seeing my new toy swimming, I can tell you it still drives beautifully and cleans up well. Will be properly used on our farm now!!

@DonCron

2 жыл бұрын

haha how cool is that!

@akhilpillay4262

Жыл бұрын

What a coincidence

@elitecoder955

Жыл бұрын

Any issues yet ?

@allaboutcars4835

Жыл бұрын

@@elitecoder955 they usually stop replying when someone asks them if they had any issues yet. That alone should be enough to answer your question lol.

@DrHumorous

Жыл бұрын

@@allaboutcars4835 😂

Mad respect for Harry who uses a vehicle instead of making it a garage queen. Can’t tell you how much that has inspired me to live and enjoy the things I have instead of worrying about them getting worn out love the practical intentional Deliberate ways of doing things.

@morbsgti20vt83

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, not sure you would chance driving into that water if you had just written out a cheque for £80k from your own bank account....

@Rosso456MGT

3 жыл бұрын

@@morbsgti20vt83 I am recovering from a spell in intensive care (coma) - the last thing I care about now is preserving my collection of cars. As soon as I can I am driving the wheel nuts off em all. If you have written a cheque and it’s all yours anyway - just drive it till it dies. Chances are most enthusiasts cars will outlive us anyway.

@EazyDuz18

6 ай бұрын

It'll break down every 4 months, its a land rover@@Rosso456MGT

7:11 The first car review in which actual hay bales are used to denote luggage capacity!

@patevans4787

3 жыл бұрын

I can get 6 bales on straw in my Discovery 5 :)with the seats down of course

Outstanding review! Real use on and off road. Balanced perspective and none of the petulance and dramatics from so called experts who haven't the depth of experience and model knowledge to properly compare the old with the new. Really enjoyed it thank you.

Never mind the defender, I wan't to see more of Harry sledging head first! lol

@julianevans9548

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! And look at the commitment on his face.

@GenaF

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like they had such fun. Just imagine having such a great sledging field all of your own... and a Land Rover to use like a ski lift 🚠 I almost wish I were a child once more.

@mtl-ss1538

3 жыл бұрын

@@GenaF The first Grand Prix win in 2021 for Red Bull Racing.!!! - Kenny Smith is the living Kiwi legion. But SVG is a winner.!!! last to First. - Shane for F1. - ???. lol.

Best intro to a video ever. Seeing it sideways on grass is awesome

@johnsmith1474

3 жыл бұрын

You are too easily awed.

@kevinobyrne8020

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnsmith1474 Waiting for your great video then John. Will you be jumping the new Defender or doing a barrel roll maybe?

@Joetechlincolns

3 жыл бұрын

Almost thought I was watching a new video from "TaxTheRich", but they haven't made any videos for a few years.

@jasonsfraser

3 жыл бұрын

Strange...when I saw him do that downhill, I was thinking, turn the wheel a bit quicker than that and you’ll roll it....

That has to be one of the best real world reviews I have seen! Really like this Defender, eyeing up the 90. Maybe next year will be time to upgrade 👍

@visionist7

2 жыл бұрын

90 with the 400hp straight six

The drive through the flooded water area was great - and using standard settings! Wow 🤩

"I don't know what the alpacas will think of this!" 😂

@AB-Doz

3 жыл бұрын

Alpaca my two bales, side on

@meestermeesterhastings.3159

3 жыл бұрын

Alpaca Sushi no problem or send em back to Chile.

@project7267

3 жыл бұрын

@@meestermeesterhastings.3159 Peru, Alpacas are native to Peru.

@Newtube_Channel

3 жыл бұрын

They're watching intently.

Harry's lifestyle perfectly represents what this Defender was made for!!!

@blairbrown4812

3 жыл бұрын

that baby is never going to go back to Land Rover, is it?

@topcat4265

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe on the Harry's farm KZread page, Yes.

@Kenjh71

3 жыл бұрын

Lifestyle as in using an £80 000 4x4 as a farm truck?

@Muzzaa

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kenjh71 yes

@meme4one

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kenjh71 that's a lifestyle no farmer I know can enjoy! I can see these making their way to farmers in 5 or so years. However, most farmers have a defender that they will drive into the ground, which they can fix themselves and does all they need it too.

Well done Harry, a true & proper review of a working vehicle. Just what you don’t see in a usual car review. Hat off to you Sir. 👍

I love the way you go into detail and show the customer what vehicle can do very impressive

Probably the only proper review we’ll see of the new Defender. Really enjoyed that.

@guillaumed1691

3 жыл бұрын

matt farah did a good one in the smoking tire channel as well!

Laughed so hard when he opened the rear door :) Real- world- test there :)

@MD-uu5nt

3 жыл бұрын

Not really, no farmer would be seen dead in one of these POS.

@martinbowen9928

3 жыл бұрын

I know 3 who have already bought them.

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

It's a utility vehicle... Which means it can work the farm in the morning, wade through a river in the afternoon, then in the evening, it'll drag race an Impreza at the lights on the way to a posh restaurant in Knightsbridge. You don't get much more utility than that! 😂

@harrysgarage

3 жыл бұрын

@@MD-uu5nt I know plenty of farmers who have bought new Defenders, or have one on order. Disco 4 or L322 RR was farmer’s previous LR of choice but nothing since these 2 had true farmer appeal. Until now..

@andrewpeacock8829

3 жыл бұрын

@@gc2234 and not taxed like a company car ?

Nice to see an actual farmer review this car and say they are considering it as their main car - when everyone else says 'no farmer will ever buy the new Defender'

"This is my field for mucking about in". Brilliant.

@rhett7716

3 жыл бұрын

Yup u cud rip yr porsche around in it to !!😂

This has to be without doubt one of the best reviews and real-world review I have seen on the Defender, And thanks to you I have had a complete about-turn about how I feel about it. Although my choice would be a 90 commercial on steel wheels but what a car and what an honest unbiased review Harry. Thank you. This is what sets you apart from most others Harry, Your honesty.

@clooperman3745

3 жыл бұрын

Also looking at a 90 Commercial subject to favourable reviews, would have liked a manual gearbox though.

@James-gf9jl

3 жыл бұрын

People used to buy Defenders because they specifically wanted that genre of practicality and ability. Now I suspect they want one because it's fashionable and a case of "look what I've got".

@PL-fh8cz

3 жыл бұрын

Harry summed it up best. I will seriously think about replacing my RR with a new Defender because it ticks so many boxes for me.

@Stabby666

3 жыл бұрын

@@clooperman3745 A manual gearbox makes zero sense in today's cars. Auto is faster, more efficient, much better for off-road as it works with the terrain response, and is actually better for the engine than the old fashioned manual shifter. Computers can make decisions millions of times faster than humans, when it comes to controlling a machine - so why get in the way?

@andyrbush

3 жыл бұрын

Agree, the other reviews are limited by the fact the reviewers don't have farms to do proper trails on.

Burst out laughing on the hay bale reveal 😂 best real world measurements for sure

@kmc7355

3 жыл бұрын

Oh hey, i'm a sub 👍 I see you're also a man of culture.

@dingoeatswolf3663

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I can't see any Aussie spending $160k and loading up a hay bale in the back for the kids school run. ATOYOT!!

@kasperkjrsgaard1447

3 жыл бұрын

“How many suitcase will it take”? “Uhm, two bales”!

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

@@alistermccallum I seriously doubt anyone looking to buy a premium 4x4 like a Land Rover is cross shopping it with a budget brand like Toyota. 😂 Also.... They can't sell the LC200 in Europe anymore. It doesn't meet emissions regulations. Why do you think Land Rover have given this thing a complicated hybrid engine?

@horsenuts1831

3 жыл бұрын

Harry will surely know that if you're going to carry a straw bale in a car that you turn up with an old duvet cover to put it in, in order to protect the car. Everybody who has ever bought a straw bale knows this.

stunning review... totally 'real-world' test as only Harry can do! Legend

Loved the Review. You have thoroughly put in all the details for us to see. Great effort, appreciate that you took out the time to create this video. Cheers

When my friends wonder why I don’t watch the ‘TV’ anymore, i tell them I still do, I’ve just changed channel; and will never go back thanks to ‘Harry’s garage’ and co.

@lefroy1

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Whenever I visit a TV owning friend/relative, especially when the ads come on, it all just seems so obtrusive and unnessessary.

@WilliamStevens007

3 жыл бұрын

@@lefroy1 Haven't watched proper telly for 5 years and don't miss it what so ever. Especially with Harry Garage etc.

Forever young Harry, hot or cold weather always on the go to do his job well

One of the best reviews for this vehicle. Day in day out real world usage (loved, the mud in the passenger seat, the wood and hay in the truck) and not just a review for people in the suburbs with dreams of driving in The Sahara. He also talked about floating and the limited use of the snorkel and the silly box on the side. Love the fact that this thing is so capable, yet the interior is practical and super usable, very nice without going all posh like all the premium SUVs. Just wish JLR built more reliable vehicles.... Thank you Harry.

The Defender has become what the original Range Rover was. It’s comfortable on and off road, you sit up high with great vision, it’s got that farm ruggedness that can be hosed out and you can use it almost anywhere, on the farm and at the theatre. The new RR is more of a super luxury car now. Sitting lower and nested in its interior. Quite different to the original RR. This Defender is a real man’s wagon, compared to the over refined super fine interior of the RR. I love mine! It’s not an old defender. They can’t be made anymore due to modern day vehicle requirements. Its not a disco either. It’s better than that. It’s an old-new RR. But Land Rover are keeping that a secret 😮.

omg that family sledding pic!!! Harry is a menace on the slopes!! ❤️

@Martin_in_Cheltenham

3 жыл бұрын

agreed- I wish I had a grand dad like Harry to drive me back up the hill in a Defender...after sledging down..

@humanbeing1675

3 жыл бұрын

I want a poster of that picture 😀

This is by far the most useful review of the new Defender.

You've won me over. Your down-to-earth descriptions and explanations are wonderfully appealing. I'm still getting used to the new body styling, but I can tell you if the diesel engine were offered here in the States, I'd be going shopping at my local LR dealer. (Still bewildering to me why the US cannot accept European diesel engine emission standards.) I loved your delightful review.

Great video Harry and a cracking review! You had the perfect weather to properly test it too!

Great review Harry & what perfect weather to give the car a good test. Love the new look and good to know that it’s not just capable off road but on road as well. You always deliver a review we can trust! Thx

Petition to get Harry, Chris Harris, and tiff needell, to host a new version of top gear for real enthusiasts! I think it’d be a hit!!

@pauljackson6593

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea

@rosstinelli

3 жыл бұрын

Too good for top gear. Harry is fine where he is

@samthoma2719

3 жыл бұрын

@@rosstinelli not top gear itself, that’s dead. Something new with those 3 is what I meant like a Harry’s garage crossed with Chris Harris drives crossed with some proper racing with tiff

@stevec6427

3 жыл бұрын

Between Harris & Needell they'd create a world shortage of tyres

@samthoma2719

3 жыл бұрын

@@stevec6427 and isn’t that what we all want to see, then Harry to talk us through the rest? 🙌

Great review, I like this new Defender, it has great presence!!, plus I really appreciate the subtle nod to the classic defender with the roof line and the sides.

Glad to see that Harry uses a proper measurement for the load area - the straw bail!. 50 years ago I used to get 2 straw bails into my Reliant Scimitar GTE - the landmark fast estate of its time. Great report.

Harry's Garage has got to be one of the only Automotive KZread Chanels who can never be replicated or hosted by anyone else. Anyone can call out a cars quirks or film a build; but only Harry can wade water in a Land Rover, Fill the boot with hay, and side around in a field the way he does.

@robkleinlangevelsloo259

3 жыл бұрын

Although he doesn't own a farm, James May would also be great. James owns a pub. Instead of hay he could put cases of beer in the boot.

@andysedgley

3 жыл бұрын

Is that veiled slight on Doug DeMuro? 😂

@marcusdubois7053

3 жыл бұрын

Doug DeMuro doesn’t need a “veiled” slight - he can be called out head on.

Harry always gets the best driving shots.

That vehicle is made for the UK weather, county roads and character. Great review.

Harry old chap, you're a genius. I loved every moment of this film. Well done.

Brilliant review, all aspects covered, the water depth was amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

I love how a proper off-road car then has an optional “off road pack”. Also those extra little lamps on the rear right at the edges I’m sure are for meeting a regulation that says you’ve got to be able to see both rear lights from a certain angle. If you check, the spare wheel obscures the main lamps fairly quickly, but the ones of the edge remain visible.

This is a proper car review. Fantastic - none of the BS that comes with some. Keep it up

Thanks for the professional introduction. It was one of the best videos providing accurate information about the defender.

I'd like to see a lower spec review, because it seems that everything that's nice is an option

@theninethrees8044

3 жыл бұрын

Go to TFL car Channel

@prakashnarismulu3332

3 жыл бұрын

@@theninethrees8044 where the car broke down within 24 hours

@theninethrees8044

3 жыл бұрын

@@prakashnarismulu3332 They still have a review of the car

@prakashnarismulu3332

3 жыл бұрын

@@theninethrees8044 LR replaced the car . Twice 😃

@Stabby666

3 жыл бұрын

@@prakashnarismulu3332 First time was an engine fault, the next was the dealership cutting through the loom when they tried to retro-fit a winch, which wasn't JLR's fault at all. They also specced the 4 cylinder engine which is no longer available, so it's not very useful as a review.

Excellent review,worth waiting for.Best review yet of the Defender, from someone who knows what they are talking about.Thank you Harry.

What I love about Harrys reviews is that he is not looking to be picky or clever like much of the press - love the like and dislikes (some journos just begrudgingly admit they like a vehicle) and he is prepared to praise a manufacturer - great review thanks

Love it Harry, my favourite review of the Defender by far.

Harry is without doubt the coolest man in UK,

@HammAlexander

3 жыл бұрын

Agree, but more ai because if Harry's farm stories aswel

@modmod392

3 жыл бұрын

Second only to my old man!

@petercrisp2573

3 жыл бұрын

Iain Tyrrell ranks the same - equal cool I think.

@geriatricmotorcars9516

3 жыл бұрын

The Yanks don't get this one Harry

@VisionCommunications

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! A rich cool dude too!

Thank you Harry - this is Proper review of Defender it deserves

Great video and review of the new defender the more I see and hear the more it’s growing on me

What an incredible review! 10/10!! Thank you! :) Ordered my 90 P400 XS 7 months ago. It will hopefully it will be here in about 6 weeks. Cannot wait!

At last a proper review of the new Defender by someone who can give a working review of it. Because how a farmer looks at it is quite different to anyone else. Well off to Harry's farm review of it now.

Thats the best (and probably the first) proper review of the new defender being put through all its paces.

@rhett7716

3 жыл бұрын

Where???

You don’t usually get real “REAL WORLD” review like this. Very very nice review. I became an instant subscriber.

Great in depth report as usual, well done and thank you Harry...

A brilliant and comprehensive review! Wonderful!

love seeing the car being fully used around the farm, wading etc

@rhett7716

3 жыл бұрын

Fully used???

@skylined5534

3 жыл бұрын

@@rhett7716 Hay bails, slamming through muddy territory, wading... what else would you like to see?

Great video. 18:10 says it all from the smile on your face. Also really good to see a real world wading clip. I’m enjoying my Defender 7 months in and still smiling.

Best Defender review I have watched, and doubt very much that it can be surpassed!

I delivered the engine test beds to Coventry on my Truck (the new engine) and the guy's were super stoked about the new Defender project...they were beaming with pride...quite rightly so too...cracking job LR and a brilliant review Sir Harry.

@smithsway

3 жыл бұрын

I am sure they were super stoked about all the previous ones too.....

@evansisgreat

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure no British gentlemen have ever been 'super stoked' 😂

@neilcollins5930

3 жыл бұрын

Cracking truck ill wait for 18 months then pay 30k for a second hand one cos not many will be able to buy them , they’ll be giving the 200bhp version away . LR will be owned by someone else within 3/5 years .

@fastasfox

3 жыл бұрын

@@neilcollins5930 I will take that bet with you...money where one's mouth is time.

@neilcollins5930

3 жыл бұрын

@@fastasfox what are you betting on ? Drop in value or LR being owned by another company?

I’ve been looking forward to this video, after seeing it on Harry’s farm

@johnsmith1474

3 жыл бұрын

Why would what you have been looking forward to matter to anyone but you?

@anonimushbosh

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnsmith1474 Who’s a grumpy fcker then?

@joshimitsu96

3 жыл бұрын

When this vehicle first appeared my first impression was it's a Skoda Yeti on steroids, it's ok. After the two vids Harry has done I now really like it. Pretty sure Harry has just sold a few for LR.

By far the best performance review of the awesome astoundingly beautiful beast.. Thanks a million💕😍🤩🙏

From Australia, waiting for my D300 110 to arrive from GB. Fantastic review video!!! It answered a lot of my questions and it was great seeing the British countryside after so many years. Thank you.

@mtadc1545

2 жыл бұрын

Do the Canning Stock Route and let me know how you go mate! 😜

Great review from a real nice down to earth guy who gives us what we want to know keep’em coming

Thankyou Harry ,I've been looking forward too seeing what you made of it ,a good solid review of what as you say is a landmark vehicle for Landrover,might have to wait a while for a previously enjoyed example,but again that will be dependent on the residuals....

Now that is a proper review, and the trip into the water was impressive!

I have a 110 240S. With most of the options that Harry mentions apart from the side boxes. I opted for the outgoing 4 Cylinder Diesel which earned me a discount of around £4k which is still unheard of at most dealers. The 4 pot is still a great drive with plenty of power and torque and returning around 28 mpg and that's with only 1500 miles on the clock, this can only improve. Over all a better car than was expected. Plenty of farmers buying them in my area. Well done Land Rover.

Optional 'Off road pack' ... on a Defender ... you have to smile

@olivierl2172

3 жыл бұрын

It's nice to have options, isn't it?

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

Those that buy one these to off road will get the off road pack, those that buy one to tow, will get the towing pack, those that want to overland will get the adverture/explorer pack etc. It's called having choice and customisation. 👍

@robertmaddock1813

3 жыл бұрын

@@gc2234 👍

@agt155

3 жыл бұрын

@@justafish-bd8kw The hardtop is a utility vehicle.

@sheldonholy5047

3 жыл бұрын

@@justafish-bd8kw Yeah, like every other Defender in existence. How many Defenders are used off road these days? Almost every one I see is a poser mobile.

I’m glad I watched this video. The interior looks great and the seating position looks like a great everyday car.

Absolutely love this one Harry and the car...absolutely superb stuff, loved the wading!

Hat's off to you sir, this is a real test! he gets the car floating! then goes for a nice long drive!

"Six seconds to sixty"? Crikey, back in the 70's that was real supercar performance! This is no Series Landy!

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

It's a utility vehicle... Which means it can work the farm in the morning, wade through a river in the afternoon, then in the evening, it'll drag race an Impreza at the lights on the way to a posh restaurant in Knightsbridge. You don't get much more utility than that! 😂

@SvenTheSveed

3 жыл бұрын

Faster than golf gti perf pack!

@russcattell955i

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, no series Landy. It should have been called & marketed as Freelander 3. Series 1,2,3 & Defender are utility & military vehicles. A friend has a Freelander 2, this reminds me of his.

@rockingrugger

3 жыл бұрын

Mine Series IIA is 36 to 60

@rhett7716

3 жыл бұрын

@@gc2234 and loose to the impreza assuming wrx ?😂

Finally. A real review. Superb video.

Nice review as allways Harry. I really love this new Defender.

Had my D250S 1 Yr already absolutely love it. Loads of power. Very happy

Great review Harry nice to listen to someone doing a review who is not in somebody else's pocket

Keep up your excellent work, Harry! I love it

One of the best reviews till date..Good work Harry..

Harry, chapeaux bas, no one does the tests like you! The straw bales made my day Class :D

Finally, an actual real review of the Landy.

@smithsway

3 жыл бұрын

Well it didn't break down luckily, so Harry could finish it....

@darconner

3 жыл бұрын

@@smithsway I think we know why they dumped the four cylinder engines!!!!!

@skylined5534

3 жыл бұрын

@@smithsway Oh god, that's so funny and original.

@smithsway

3 жыл бұрын

@@skylined5534 Thank you. I thought so too.

@skylined5534

3 жыл бұрын

@@smithsway Someone's got to. Might as well just be you 😉 👍

The best review by a country mile of the new Defender, I’d expect nothing less from Harry, I think when I get bored with repainting my crossmember every year I may go for one.

I absolutely love my 2023 Defender 110 X-Dynamic! This is by far the best Defender review ever!

Love the flaps ! Clever rig, super presentation !

I'm getting to know the roads around Burford pretty well as a result of Harry's videos 😂

This is giving me a lot to think about. Having had Defenders, a Range Rover and currently a Discovery 4, I am still really happy with my Discovery 4 as it ticks all the boxes for power, comfort and practicality and I love the upright chunky retro feel of it. I had previously discounted the new Defender as I thought it was a bit too "lifestyle" but from watching this video, it seems to have all the things that I love in the Discovery 4.

thanks, I've enjoyed this bought L322 because of your review, loving it

I have no interest in this car as it does fit my lifestyle, but what you bring to the review just captivated me - It is excellent - I watched it on an auto runner and wondered why I was watching it half way through ! 😆 You are hypnotic ! Now I will check out your other reviews and hope you have one on a car that suits ! 🙂 Great in depth and a real interest and engagement with the car and the viewers... Sure you've heard it all before.

Supercars of London drops his defender vid at the same. No thanks. I'll listen to Harry

@TomCamies

3 жыл бұрын

I like him but he really is a chav at times.

@cheytacpraetoriancomposite3413

3 жыл бұрын

Harry beats all of them, shmee, sol, tge, mr no clue about AMG etc. I just wish Harry had the same ammount of invites and cars to test as shmee.

@Rasscasse

3 жыл бұрын

I concur with your choice 👍

Such a fab review. Been looking forward to it for ages. Anyone else want one now? I do. Went straight on the LR website 🤦🏻‍♂️

I expect this is the best presentation of this vehicle that exists. Makes me want to buy one.

Love watching your videos. Such in depth realistic feedback. Has anyone told you, your personality is a little James May. Very interesting to watch.

Yup, good matter of fact, heart on the sleeve, not too emotional, objective journalism. Thanks.

Best and most thorough review I've seen - for intended use, not as a fashion accessory. If that doesn't sell a shed load of Defenders I don't know what would! Hope they give you one on permanent loan for that effort Harry. I want one all over again!

@thegibbonisreal

3 жыл бұрын

An 80k hay bale lugger.

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

@@thegibbonisreal it's a bargain for what you get!

@thegibbonisreal

3 жыл бұрын

@@gc2234 4 wheels and a superiority complex.

@gc2234

3 жыл бұрын

@@thegibbonisreal Just because YOU can't pay 80k for a vehicle to lug hay bales around, doesn't mean there aren't plenty of people that can and do. 😂

@neilcollins5930

3 жыл бұрын

@@gc2234 you can afford it Gary ...go on get one for you and a pink one for the Mrs

Best Defender review on the internet. You can feel that engine power by just watching it.

Brilliant video Harry. Keep up the good work.

Review as usual. So straight. Love it.

As always, a down to earth, no nonsense review. No bullshit, no gobbledegook, no fashionspeak. Simple, straightforward and honest. Thanks Harry.

@alexoh9671

3 жыл бұрын

All he does is fashionspeak and gobbledigook.

Best Defender review yet. Cheers Harry 👍

Love it ! Love the review - such enthusiasm !

Thank you for your work, it turned out to be a very interesting video

As always Harry, a very engrossing video with stacks of information and insights. might well visit Land Rover dealership in Chesterfield. It will be a diesel though!

glad you like it Harry, the technology is brilliant. to many critics who have probably never even sat in one of these let alone drove it.

If it wasn't for us living in an urban area I would bought one in an instant, that good is this review ! Thanks again Harry !