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BillaVista · 01-27-2002, 09:15 AM

I will do the internet search thingy...but thought some might know off the top..

Any particular years to look for or avoid? Budget will likely be around 16k Cdn $.

How does the interior space in a Disco compare to a Jeep Gran Cherokee?

Thanks guys

Old Scout · 01-27-2002, 10:52 AM

16.000 CD=9,980.66 USD so that puts you into a 94-96 Disco I range.

The 96 is a funky year and what I drive. The 96 model year has some major upgrades to the motor. and a few pitfalls.
Upgrades:
stiffer block with cross bolted main caps
Updated oil pump
OBDII engine management system with knock sensor( some think of this a down grade) (OBDII scanner with non-uniform rover codes is only 120.00+laptop pc)
Turn signals in the upper light as well as the bumper. Nice if you want to toss the stock bumper.

Problems:
The heads have a problem with carbon build up and the valves stick. The fix is simple, drive it like you stole it! My disco had new heads that were installed 20k before I bought it. The idle will get a little lumpy from time to time and a trip down the freeway in 3 rd gear for 10 miles is an essy fix.

A Range Rover 4.6L short block is a bolt in job in a 96 and up . The 94-95 will take the 4.6L but it will need more part$ and work.

road1will · 01-27-2002, 11:03 AM

i have a buddy who is trying to sell a 96 disco in New Hampshire. I think he would be in your price range, let me know if you want me to give you his email address.

01-27-2002, 09:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
BillaVista Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3547 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 6,719	Looking to buy a used RR or Disco as a DD.... I will do the internet search thingy...but thought some might know off the top.. Any particular years to look for or avoid? Budget will likely be around 16k Cdn $. How does the interior space in a Disco compare to a Jeep Gran Cherokee? Thanks guys

01-27-2002, 10:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
Old Scout IH/Rover Moderator Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 17 Location: Aptos,Ca Posts: 13,398	16.000 CD=9,980.66 USD so that puts you into a 94-96 Disco I range. The 96 is a funky year and what I drive. The 96 model year has some major upgrades to the motor. and a few pitfalls. Upgrades: stiffer block with cross bolted main caps Updated oil pump OBDII engine management system with knock sensor( some think of this a down grade) (OBDII scanner with non-uniform rover codes is only 120.00+laptop pc) Turn signals in the upper light as well as the bumper. Nice if you want to toss the stock bumper. Problems: The heads have a problem with carbon build up and the valves stick. The fix is simple, drive it like you stole it! My disco had new heads that were installed 20k before I bought it. The idle will get a little lumpy from time to time and a trip down the freeway in 3 rd gear for 10 miles is an essy fix. A Range Rover 4.6L short block is a bolt in job in a 96 and up . The 94-95 will take the 4.6L but it will need more part$ and work. __________________ I like beer. On occasion, I will even drink beer to celebrate a major event such as the fall of communism or the fact that the refrigerator is still working." BUY MY BOAT http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/misc-...e-history.html Last edited by Old Scout; 01-27-2002 at 10:54 AM.

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01-27-2002, 11:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
road1will Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Member # 8871 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 3,344	i have a buddy who is trying to sell a 96 disco in New Hampshire. I think he would be in your price range, let me know if you want me to give you his email address.