Land Rover Discovery 3 Long Term Review
Long term review of the Land Rover Discovery 3, Including, reliability, running costs, practicality, what I like and don't like, and features of this HSE.
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Everything on the car:
Tree Sliders:
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Steering and Sump Guard:
terrafirma4x4....
Discrete Winch Mount:
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Compressor Guard:
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Tires:
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CB Radio:
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D Shackle
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A 1kg Fire Extinguisher such as:
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A 10-tonne Strop
10-tonne Bottle Jack
The Raised Air Intake is not available anymore, but it's a copy of the land rover genuine RAI.
If you have a question please let me know and I'll respond as soon as possible.
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At 2:53, It was meant to be XS (not XE)
Truly great vehicles - keep it properly maintained and keep it forever.
@matthewadby1077
3 жыл бұрын
Very true
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more
Having owned two Disco 1's when I needed a new 4x4 5yrs ago I really waned to buy a Disco 3. However, having read tons of reviews & watching YT vids I was too scared by the thought ofbody off Turbo replacement scenario. Consequently I pulled the trigger on a Range Rover TD6 L322. I love the old girl & won't be parting with her too soon but would've loved the practicality of the Disco 3. As it happens my brother has a Disco 4 and two of my daughters have (or had) Disco 3's with no major problems. 👍
Crank snapping is a D4 issue. Main problem with D3 is oil pump housing fracturing, causing catastrophic engine failure.
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Yep, most D3's have or should have had their oil pumps replaced by now.
@garethhughes6739
3 жыл бұрын
@@JayTeeCars I think "most" is overstating it! Owners who are members of forums like disco3.co.uk will know about the issue because it's been discussed a lot on there. But I'd be prepared to bet that there are a lot of 07/08 D3s still driving around out there with the weakened oil pump casting, driven by owners who aren't LR fans, who don't spend time on owners' and enthusiasts' forums (like we do!), and who are blissfully oblivious to the fact that the front end of their engine stands a chance of disintegrating catastrophically! Anyway, I just thought I'd mention it because in the video (at about 7 minutes in) you talk about there being a crank issue with the D3, but the snapping crank is a D4 thing, whereas the main cause of D3 failure seems to be the oil pump casting issue (with the exception of very early or very late models).
I've had mine for 5 months now and love it. I've always wondered if mine has a rear locking diff. It does have the rear (green) lock symbol, however I have never tested it.
@matthewadby1077
3 жыл бұрын
The green open lock is shown on vehicles with and without, if you see it turn red then you have a locker or have a look underneath, it looks a bit like a starter motor next to the diff. If I get a chance I will take a photo. You might be lucky but I think less than 5% have them fitted, as it was an expensive option.
@landroverexpeditionsnamibi3040
3 жыл бұрын
You can check the specs of your vehicle with Land Rover VIN decoder. Enter you Vin number and it will tell you all the specs.
@kelstajames7319
3 жыл бұрын
@@landroverexpeditionsnamibi3040 just checked and sadly not a locked rear diff. Mine is 027CB open rear diff.
Good video and very informative. As for the crank issue, thats on the disco 4 with 3.0 TDV6/SDV6 engines.
@Armandinho8
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that confirmation!
shaking with excitement rn
Hi Jay, thanks for your videos. I have not heard you mention the front winch you have, maybe I missed that episode but I've looked for it. Thanks David
@JayTeeCars
2 жыл бұрын
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Fantastic video and awesome channel! How come I haven't stumbled on these before? =) I've been searching for used Disco 3 for some time, but they're getting hard to find in my country, especially reasonable mileage ones... It's also hard to find an alternative for Discovery, nothing really compares to it directly. My next best option is a WK Jeep Grand Cherokee, it has better diesel engine and repairs are slightly cheaper, but then again the Discovery beats it in practicality (I could use the extra 7 seats every now and then) and interior quality, plus it's also a tad better on road.
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Janne for the positive feedback, we are trying hard to build the channel. I also agree on the Jeep not being quite as good on the road, also the Disco is the best vehicle out of any for towing.
I had a defender from lrc years ago I didn't realise you are near to there I am in stoke
@JayTeeCars
2 жыл бұрын
yep, we are just outside Crewe
Did you make a video of how you removed the roof rack surround? It looks like a genuine LR expedition roof rack with the sides removed?
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
It is an LR Expedition rack, but it already had the top removed when I purchased it second hand.
Brilliant video thanks for sharing
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
Thanks for the video! I drive an LR3 in Canada. Petrol gets very poor mileage! Can I do a diesel conversion? Or should I import a disco 3 or a classic defender! Thanks again for the video and series 🙂
@matthewadby1077
3 жыл бұрын
It would be a pretty substantial undertaking to change, financially it would be better to sell and buy another. New video should be posted later today, first in New series showing how Terrain Response works.
@Armandinho8
3 жыл бұрын
The 4.0l petrol v8 engines are the best and most reliable... if you're doing an engine swap for fuel economy it'll be important to consider how long it will take for that expense to pay itself off.
@karimalameddine5092
3 жыл бұрын
@@Armandinho8 the petrol gets about 10-11 MPGs, diesel gets about 25 MPGS. Would be a big deal for me as I'm trying to plan long trips. Plus diesel I can use alternative fuel to further cut down on cost.. too many visits to the gas station and in many remote places there are not many of them and start sweating, etc...
Hi Jay, I didn't catch you mention whether your running petrol or Diesel , thanks
@JayTeeCars
Жыл бұрын
Diesel 2.7
Bien entretenu le Discovery 👏
How to make sure the air suspension is work properly ?? .. And which version the disco 3 have panoramic roof ..?? Thanks 🙏
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Check the air suspension by simply selecting up and down, it should take about 30 seconds to adjust to each height. HSE come with panoramic roof.
Can you sleep in the back with all the seats folded flat?
@JayTeeCars
3 ай бұрын
most definitely, many do
Quick question. If you replace the air suspension with terra firm shocks.. Does it affect the 4*4 info readings?
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
Not sure, but I guess it would as you would disconnect the J Rods and sensors.
Jay, what roof rack are you using brand are you using on your Disco?
@JayTeeCars
2 жыл бұрын
it’s an original Land Rover expiration rack with the top hhalf removed.
hi JT what make of roof rack is that you have thansk
@JayTeeCars
3 жыл бұрын
its the bottom half of a genuine Land Rover expedition rack
Could u get the discovery 3 with a normal handbrake
@JayTeeCars
2 жыл бұрын
unfortunately no
@noelcahill6707
2 жыл бұрын
@@JayTeeCars its such a shame landrover dont offer a base car
Nice range rover!!!
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040
2 жыл бұрын
*Discovery.
@babypowder5505
2 жыл бұрын
@@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 Nope, that is a range rover...
@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040
2 жыл бұрын
@@babypowder5505 lol, it literally says on its front and in a video title that it's a Land Rover. 🤣 Range Rover looks different too.
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Not one but TWO sandwich-storage areas.
@matthewadby1077
3 жыл бұрын
You never know when you will get hungry 😋
FYI Tripple sunroofs on all trims
@matthewadby1077
3 жыл бұрын
Only standard on HSE, optional on others. Lots of D3's about with sunroof, some people look out for them to avoid leaks.
@TreasureDivers
Жыл бұрын
@@matthewadby1077 I have an ' S ' model . no extras . no sunroofs , no electric seats . base model . less to go wrong so i'm happy with it.